I love this time of year, my birthday month is October and so since I was younger I would look forward to it (until I hit 30):)
Recently I found
this and I had to have it. My husband said he would cut it out for me if he could get a new jig-saw. Of course I said yes because I have "other" projects that require a jig-saw...he just didn't know that at the time. hehehe
I printed the template and taped it together on a sheet of plywood.
I then traced it with a black marker...
and my sweet husband cut it out for me (a serious labor of love).
I bought two cans of outdoor spray paint and gave it a couple of coats. I also sprayed the back to seal it and prevent moisture damage.
Now to add her accessories!
I bought a 3/4 in x 5ft galvanized pipe and brackets. We attached them using a small piece of scrap wood so the nails wouldn't show through. We also placed a metal stake at the bottom for extra support.
For her broom I just bought a handle ment for a rake and attached some twigs I had laying around the house. I attached the twigs with electrical tape and sprayed everything black. For extra support I added twine.
Her lantern was on clearance at Lowe's for $1.00. I placed a flame less candle inside that I purchased for 1/2 off at Hobby Lobby.
So this is what she looks like in the "spot light". I love the shadow cast on our house.
Her official debut will be October 1st....get your tickets now!