Cool Printable Pumpkin Carving Patterns

Hey looking for free pumpkin carving templates? Check out fun and easy to use patterns and stencils for your carving needs from Better Homes and Gardens. You can carve regular pumpkins or be creative and carve spooky jack o lanterns from scary patterns. Check out some instructions below for "How to Carve Patterns In Pumpkins.

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-TheRookieWife

1. Cut out a lid in the top of the pumpkin large enough to fit your hand and a spoon inside.
2. Add a small notch in the back of the lid. The notch will remind you how the lid is positioned, allow smoke and heat to escape, and ensure that the candle receives enough air to remain lit.
3. Scoop out the pulp and seeds. Retain the seeds for roasting.
4. Scrape the inside of the pumpkin in the area where you'll be using the pattern, until that area is about 1 inch thick.
5. Trim and make small incisions in your pattern so that it lies flat on the face of the pumpkin. Tape the edges of the pattern to the pumpkin.
6. Transfer the pattern by poking small holes along the pattern lines with a drill tool or needle.
7. Remove the pattern.
8. Saw carefully along the dotted lines. Gently push the pieces through with your fingers.
9. Create a glow effect by scraping designs into the shell of your pumpkin with a melon baller, wood gouge or linoleum cutter.
10. Anchor a candle in the bottom of the pumpkin and light the candle. You're now ready to display your best jack o lantern ever.

Print Pumpkin Pattern at  www.BHG.com

Leather "Table"

Just this past weekend I was online looking at kitchen tables and chairs, when I came across this unique black leather table. It reminds me of something you would see in a Japanese restaurant. Very versatile....perhaps it could be used as an ottoman. What do you think?

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-The RookieWife

New Fave (UV Gel Nail Polish)

A couple of weeks ago I went to get my normal manicure/pedicure and my manicurist asked me if I wanted to try the new UV Gel Polish. Initially I was skeptical but I kinda trust my manicurist and he knows how frustrated I get because my normal manicure lasts about a day and then starts chipping. So I tried it and I LOVE IT, its two weeks later its still on... NO chips, NO going back to the salon to get polish again two or three days later...NOPE. 
The UV Gel Polish is a four-coat process similar to polishing nails. There is a base coat, two coats of color, and a top coat. All of which must be cured under a lamp – but it’s no ordinary lamp. Nail Harmony, the company that created Gelish, created an LCD lamp that cures the product in 30 seconds! Once applied, it dries instantly and can last up to 3 weeks. Check out my nails done two weeks ago...


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-TheRookieWife

Camera Shopping

About a year ago I accidentally left my Kodak camera in my car and totally destroyed it. It wasn't the most expensive camera but since I love taking pictures of everything and everyone it was a huge loss. Needless to say its been long overdue and now I desperately need a camera.  However, instead of replacing my camera with another basic camera, I've decided to focus on a little more expensive Digital SLR Camera, such as the Nikon D3000. The Nikon D3000 is a new entry-level digital SLR camera designed to make photography simple and accessible. As a beginner I read that this SLR is easy to use and the guide book helps with taking excellent pictures. Hopefully this camera will be a new addition to my family before Thanksgiving...Wish me luck!!
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-TheRookieWife

Yummy Halloween Treats

Who said that Halloween was only for ghosts and goblins?!?! Check out southernliving.com for some yummy Halloween treats.

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-TheRookieWife

My "new" Scrapbook find

I'm totally addicted...to all things weddings, arts, crafts, etc!! It all happened when I started planning my wedding. I became a HUGE scrapbook & wedding blogger "junkie". Needless to say, I'm a newbie at scrapbooking so when I find any "new" or any fun ideas I get really excited. For example, my new Scotch ATG Taped Dispenser 714. This is the perfect tool for scrapbooking.
I initially started out using this teeny weeny double sided tape that drove me insane...probably good for smaller projects. However, the ATG Taped Dispenser 714 is amazing; it's kinda cumbersome and not something to be tucked away in your tool bag but it’s light weight and easy to load. However, I do recommend watching the video online on how to load it for the first time. Also, the trigger system keeps tension on the tape so you only need to release the trigger and pull to rip the tape. Finally the adhesive lasts forever, which is a plus for me so no more late night runs to Wal-Mart when I run out of adhesive, yay!!!!
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-TheRookieWife

Rain Boots for Rainy Days

Some of my friends thought I was crazy for buying a pair of rain boots but last year it seemed like I was living in the rain forest. I also got tired of ruining my shoes, so I thought I'd give them a try. To my surprise I actually got so many compliments...and thankfully the look has changed. NO more plain old black or yellow ones. They are super girly with good treads, a little heel and really cute patterns. You can find some cute rain boots at Target, Amazon, shoes.com just to name a few. Check them out and trust me your feet will thank you.

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-TheRookieWife