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{Printable} Always Be Thankful Chalkboard Printable

I’ve got a super fun printable poster for you today. It’s so great when this time of year comes around and everyone seems to be a little nicer and a little more thoughtful towards others. Except the guy that cut me off while I was picking up Big J from preschool today… But, I guess you can’t have everything. Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone behaved like that all the time?!  The being extra nice part, not the cutting people off in traffic. But, thankfully, getting cut off was just an annoyance and not a car accident or something like that. See… there’s always something to be thankful for.

Have you ever thought it would be helpful to have a cute little reminder to Always be Thankful? This printable should do just that!

ALWAYS BE THANKFUL

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Get your free copy of the Always be Thankful chalkboard printable HERE.

Click the link above to download the full quality, watermark-free print from Google Drive. You’re welcome to print as many as you like. All I ask is credit when it’s due and a link back to this page if you’d like to share this print on the web.

The file is formatted to 8×10″ and can be cropped smaller (5×7″ and 4×6″) with no problems. The free download is for personal use only. If you’d like a larger print, let me know and I’ll set you up a listing (and a deal!) in my Etsy Shop.  Thanks and Happy Holidays!

This post was written by Krista and originally appeared on While He Was Napping.

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Vinyl Halloween Sign & Printable

So, I’m not sure that this Halloween Sign qualifies as “subway art”, but I don’t really know what else to call it either.  In any case, I love how it turned out and now I want to make something larger and more permanent with the technique.  And probably not Halloween-themed, since you know – permanent.  Maybe this will get done some time…  Oh, and there’s a freebie printable version at the bottom of the post if you’re looking for a super easy Halloween Sign.  Enjoy!

VINYL HALLOWEEN SIGN
Vinyl Halloween Sign
Materials:
– Vinyl
– Cricut or other cutting tool (I’m so jealous of all those Silhouettes out there…)
– 8.5×11″ Document Frame
– Orange paper (or other color)
Directions:
I still have the .scut file I designed in SCAL for my Cricut if anyone wants it.  That is such an outdated method though that I didn’t bother to upload it.  Shoot me an email if you live under the same rock I do and want the file.  At least until I can figure out if there’s a way to convert the file to svg and then everyone can have fun.  Know any secrets, please share.  =)
– I designed the file with three fonts: Arvo, which I got from fontsquirrel.com, Trick or Treat 2 and Evilz I found on fontspace.com.  Click each link to be taken to the font page where you can download.  All are commercial use friendly.
– After I had my file designed I cut it with my Cricut and then weeded the vinyl.
– Then I cleaned the glass on a Dollar Tree frame and stuck the vinyl to the glass.
– I opened up the frame and stuck an orange piece of paper inside and then sealed the frame again.
Vinyl Halloween Sign
That’s it.  Easy peasy, but I love the look of this vinyl Halloween Sign.  And it’s super simple to change.  This is totally my kind of project.
Free Printable Halloween Subway Art Sign with Graphics

 

This post was written by Krista and originally appeared on While He Was Napping.
 

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{Printable} Halloween Bucket List & Activities

How did we get an entire week into October already? Are you a Halloween fan? Do you have a Halloween Bucket List that you want to complete this month?

I love Halloween. Not the creepy, gross, scary parts though because gore just isn’t fun for me. I like cute Halloween. And you better believe my kids and I celebrate all month long!

There are some things we’d like to do before October passes us by, so I made a Halloween Bucket List for us. There are games, treats and snacks, and fun things to do! Halloween is such a fun holiday. My mom didn’t love Halloween and we didn’t celebrate much growing up. I think I’m making up for it now. And I don’t see anything wrong with that!

You are more than welcome to print off your own copy so you can celebrate too!  Right click and save to your computer.  I’ve also attached links under the print to some of the activities, so you can find out how to do them too (and in case I forget, ha).  Happy Halloweening and, most of all, enjoy and stay safe!

 

Halloween Bucket List

Spooky Bowling – http://www.jeanetics.net/2010/10/fall-party.html (at the bottom of the post)
Glowing Pumpkin Jars – http://www.growingajeweledrose.com/2012/09/glowing-pumpkin-jars.html or http://www.skiptomylou.org/2008/10/10/halloween-votives/
Jack-O-Lantern Orange – http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Jack-o–Lantern-Oranges
Hot Dog Mummies – http://recipes.smartyhadaparty.com/crescent-mummy-dogs/
Pumpkin Spice Play Dough – http://whilehewasnapping.com/2013/09/pumpkin-spice-play-dough.html
Q-Tip Skeletons – http://funfamilycrafts.com/q-tip-skeleton/
Candy Corn Counting Game – http://www.thetaylor-house.com/2013/09/19/halloween-kids-activity-candy-corn-counting-free-printable.html
Glow in the Dark Slime – http://domesticcharm.blogspot.com/2011/10/glow-in-dark-slime.html
Apple Cider & Orange Cocoa – http://homeiswheretheboatis.net/2011/10/27/ghostly-peeps-fun/ (recipe toward the bottom of the post)
Spiderweb Nachos – http://whilehewasnapping.com/2010/10/october-spooktacular-spiderweb-nachos.html

Any other questions… let me know!

This post was written by Krista and originally appeared on While He Was Napping.

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{Printable} Halloween Chalkboard Poem

Welcome to Day 2 of this year’s October Spooktacular! Did you check out yesterday’s project? Virginia shared a super adorable set of pumpkin pendants! Be sure to check them out.
Now are you ready for some more amazing Spooktacular fun today? Keep reading and you’ll be rewarded with free printables. That’s right, free. You know you want it. Let’s get to it, shall we?!
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So, I haven’t jumped on the chalkboard bandwagon yet, as far as printables are concerned.  But, that’s about to change.  I’ve got a printable for you that will add some haunted, spooky Halloween goodness to your decor. Because who doesn’t love a good chalkboard printable? You’ll love this Halloween Chalkboard Poem, I promise.

Last month, I posted on Over the Big Moon, a DIY chalkboard tutorial and displayed it with Fall decor and Halloween decor.  The poem is my own little creation and first appeared on my Halloween Chalkboard.

DIY Chalkboard

So, for your printing pleasure:
Click HERE to download your watermark-free version of this Halloween Chalkboard Poem. You’ll have to download the file, save it to your computer and then print it. If you have any problems, let me know!
 Halloween Chalkboard Printable Poem

This Halloween Chalkboard Poem is formatted to 8×10″ and designed to be printed on white paper or card stock.  Enjoy the print!

And now comes all the legal disclaimers… I retain all copyrights.  Print is for personal use only.  This print, nor any form or part of this print, may be sold, altered or transformed for profit, monetary or otherwise. Thank you for respecting the time and creativity that went into designing this image.

If you would like to share this Halloween Chalkboard Poem printable, please link back to this page and not the download page.  Thank you. You’re the best.

This post was written by Krista and originally appeared on While He Was Napping.

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I’ve Been Waiting for You, Autumn Printable

So, it’s September. That means Autumn, right?! Well… it’s still in the 80’s and 90’s here. The blazing sun fills our days. Putting on a sweater or scarf is the last thing I want to do. But maybe you are starting to see the leaves change and feel that little nip in the air as the sun begins to set? Whether you’re still waiting for Autumn or if it’s knocking at your door, this Autumn printable is just for you.

Autumn is that great time of year when those cozy sweaters and boots and scarves get to come out of the closet. The trees look like they’ve been lit on fire, their blazing colors standing bold against the sky. Autumn brings some of the greatest holidays of the entire year. Some of the richest flavors and warmest foods spice up an Autumn day. That deserves to be celebrated.

Welcome Autumn with this print on your mantle, piano, or other favorite place to decorate for the season. Celebrate your favorite things about Autumn with this seasonal art you can print and frame right at home. Or get creative and use it in your Fall craft projects. This print will last all the way through November!

GET YOUR FREE AUTUMN PRINTABLE

Get a full resolution, watermark-free version when you click on the image below or the following link: just download your copy of the Hello, Autumn printable and then print and frame. Or use it for your Autumn projects. You’ll need to “Save As” to your computer and then you can print from there. The file is formatted to 8″x10″.

I've Been Waiting for You Autumn Printable

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