DIY! Tattooed Pumpkins

Some of you may remember this post...
{Yes,this is a repost...because I LOVE them!}

It happens to be one of my ALL TIME favorite projects...

and I have a little something similar but different being created here tomorrow...

so I thought I would post my tattooed pumpkins again.

(I am so getting every penny out of this post!)
I do wish my photos were better...but just wait until the new project!
(fingers crossed!)

Last year I did a giveaway where I received some product...and some of that was tattoo paper/kit. I really wanted to do something different. At the time neither of my kiddos were into stickers or (temporary) tattoos...so I wanted to stretch myself.
(since then Jules has taken to temporary tattoos)

PUMPKINS were my answer!

Here is a link to the Fall tablescape (from last year) with the tattooed fruit. 

Tattooed Pumpkin Tutorial
Here's what you need:

• You just need Tattoo Paper/Kit - you can find these online or at Michaels. I think they only come 1-2 sheets per pack (about $10.00)...use a coupon! (The version I am working on uses a new technique)
• Pumpkin or gourd.
• My images are from The Graphics Fairy - See below for direct links:
• Butterfly Label 
• Ornate Scrolls

NOTE: Now, I discovered that the bumpier the object {like all those ridges on a pumpkin} the trickier it is to get it to stick evenly...but it is just a learning curve...after a try or two...I got it!
Fruit works too...pears worked like a charm...and apples would be fab!

DIY IT!

• Seriously, I just followed the package directions.
• Decide on a design.
• Print it out using your computer and printer.
• Apply the adhesive.
• Cut out - with your scissors.
• Position and rub.
• Apply a moist cloth to dampen and loosen the top paper...
• ...and you are DONE!

What a great idea for a wedding!

Or any special Holiday table or occasion!

OK, now off to get some sleep

and finish up the new version!