LOOK what I do with these DOLLAR TREE Skulls / Halloween DIY Decor

Today I have 5 Halloween DIY's using dollar tree skulls and skeletons.
👇👇👇
CHECK OUT MY SITE:
ajdesigned.wixsite.com/store
CULTURE HUSTLE BLACK 3.0
www.culturehustleusa.com/collections/black?gclid=Cj0KCQjwsrWZBhC4ARIsAGGUJupYT4PAKHCkm-6pXSyFcZIhi0hlqyiZE3aUHo0_ULAfuHnMzjSxE8caAg_ZEALw_wcB
----------------------------------------------------------------
CONNECT WITH ME:
Instagram:
angela_jone...
email: [e-mail]
Pinterest: pin.it/1dt4T3b
...................................................................................
AMAZON FAVORITES:
Silicone Boarder Mould: amzn.to/3Dk0isA
Gold Leaf: amzn.to/3SrTRMt
Metal Leaf Adhesive: amzn.to/3JwIQW6
Half Wood Beads: amzn.to/3mvxhE9
Jump Rings: amzn.to/3FK1iZF
Eye Pins: amzn.to/3w7TFsB
Celluclay: amzn.to/3K9Jojg
Tissue Blade: amzn.to/3x909se
Flat Reed: amzn.to/3pgFqxQ
Wood Rings: amzn.to/3qcc9Wy
Wood Beads: amzn.to/2XNtolb
4MM Macrame Cord: amzn.to/2WcURvM
2MM Macrame Cord: amzn.to/3bL68aF
Clay Tools: amzn.to/3rWi42x
Starbond Super Glue: amzn.to/3uacNnh
Glue Accelerator: amzn.to/3zEqGv8
Table Top Vacuum: amzn.to/3mDwG2A
Wood Glue Dispencer: amzn.to/3iLb2bM
Sola Wood Flowers: solawoodflowers.com?ref=angel...
MUSIC CREDITS:
Song: LAKEY INSPIRED - Chill Day (Vlog No Copyright Music)
Music provided by Vlog No Copyright Music.
Video Link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKWreHiJqrZlaNU
Song : LAKEY INSPIRED - Better Days soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired
Creative Commons - Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported
Music promoted by Vlog Copyright Free Music
Link : kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWK0g5uCgp6orNE
FTC Disclaimer
Please be advised that I do make a small commission when you purchase products using any of my affiliate links. These brands have compensated me with products at no charge to me in connection with my video.

[@melanietaylor6681]

So spooky! I love the candles with the skeleton dressed in black.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@melodymedlock160]

I admit that it’s pretty hard for me to find Halloween DIY’s that I would actually want to make. The ones I do find are really elaborate and costly movie prop type projects. I really loved the crystal ball, book ends and cauldron shaped candle. ❤ I definitely have those on my list of things to make. Thank you so much for sharing your projects and inspiring me.

[@angelajonesdiy]

I’m so glad you found some good inspiration 🥰

[@reneeallen3569]

They also have the whitest white and a mirror one. Rae Dizzle tested them out. She was amazed!

[@releasingendorphins232]

These projects were Great. You did such a good job. TFS.

[@lizsanabria5541]

Wow what a great job you did with the skulls awesome 🥰💕🤩👍💚💙👋😘😘

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you!

[@penelopegrier5073]

The candles! I’m doing this. Love it!!!!

[@JayDeeDubb]

Great DIY’s! Love that super black, black. And people, you can use pipe insulation from Lowe’s or Home Depot if you can’t get pool noodles. Just know that it has a split in it. So you have to glue that and put it towards the back. And they also only come in black. Love your ideas!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you!

[@autumnsimril535]

Crystal Ball w hands is my favorite. Great job.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you 🥰

[@donnaleprell50]

The crystal ball 🔮 is WOW!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@victoriawalker3891]

I love the skull and I love that black paint I need to get me some of that paint

[@angelajonesdiy]

It was fun to work with and I love the velvety feel it has

[@victoriawalker3891]

@@angelajonesdiy I need to get me some of the paint. Are you going to be doing more Halloween video

[@amandashelton1162]

You are blessed with a great husband. WOW! The blackest paint is expensive and amazing too. There is a paint that is blacker but it's not available for public use. NASA uses it. My uncle was a rocket scientist and he taught me a lot. I really like the candle idea. Nice job. 👍❤️

[@angelajonesdiy]

That’s crazy is it called vanta black? My husband was telling me about that one recently too. My son loves learning about Space and NASA right now especially with all of the amazing images coming out from the James Webb telescope

[@karenreynolds1979]

Wow I love these ideas !! Great work thank you for sharing 😊👍👍

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@lyn2256]

This is the first time I have watched your channel. I'm impressed!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@melanietaylor6681]

The whole effect is wonderful.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@niedbalastudios2778]

As a fellow Pittsburgh artist, i support and subscribed🔥🔥🔥🔥⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️💯👊👹 #supportfellowartists #supportlocalartists

[@angelajonesdiy]

🥰🥰🥰 thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰

[@melissatowner8413]

Goooo 🖤💛🖤💛 Steelers!!! I love everything u made!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much! Yes go stillers 🥰

[@01ttingey]

Awesome!!!! Thanks!!!😁

[@writer422]

So awesome. Thank you!!!

[@Lou.B]

Pretty COOL!!!

[@sharlondaharrison5946]

You have amazing ideas!!! Spooky Groovy work 🖤🖤🖤

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@roivanoff1863]

Loved the bookends idea! 💀🖤🎃🦇🕸️

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you!

[@dianeb100]

I've used the crackle medium. It's been ages since I used it. I used it on a buffet table. I bought it from Home Depot. I was told you have to allow the medium to get tacky. I did just that and I loved how it came out. Also, I was told to put the medium all in one direction. I think I waited 30 minutes for the crackle medium before put on a different color. So I did red paint, then when that dried, I put the crackle stuff on, waited 30 minutes for it to become tacky, then applied the secondary color on. I think the top color was a creme color. I remember loving the look.

[@benkoster6334]

I like your Diy they're really neat

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@joeydeannah]

These are great, thanks for sharing

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@RavenVargas27]

A masterpiece thank you

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@anamiller5778]

Thanks for sharing. Great ideas!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@JsMomma7]

WOW ... I am not at all a fan of skulls but OMG.... That looks really good

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much! I used to be a huge fan of skulls when I was much younger but I love how these could be timeless fall/Halloween decor pieces

[@karenhill3970]

Turned out cute !!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@TheMultikitty8]

Very cool awesome job.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@MrsJax304]

I love each of these. Very cool black paint. Great diys.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@larryblevins8078]

That's beautiful 😍❤️

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you!

[@lucyhernandez3408]

they all came out nice 👍🏽

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@joshjones3359]

You’re doing so good babes. You’ve come so far and your projects keep getting better and better. Keep surprising me and your fans. You’re going to do great things

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thanks babes, love you 🥰

[@anicemartinez6991]

I learnt something new today, the effect you can get mixing baking soda and paint is amazing

[@angelajonesdiy]

Love that!

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

When you paint over the crackle medium you should paint one time one direction. It won't work if you go back and forth. A serrated knife cuts styrofoam and pool noodles easily. I love your creativity!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thanks for the tip! I did quite a few things wrong with the crackle 🤦‍♀️

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

@@angelajonesdiy we all live and learn! I admire that you just get out there and do it and share the learning experiences with your audience!

[@tammiekennedy7490]

Great ideas!!!! We'll done 🖤

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you!

[@sharaleeinsley7289]

Love that Steelers'' logo! 🖤💛

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you!

[@esh_livinglife1542]

Great ideas. Thank you

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@emilyk565]

Love these!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@lisaalexander2011]

First time here. You are VERY creative! I enjoyed the video. 🙂

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

Great job on everything

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@thepaintedkoi]

Genius!

[@heather6911]

I need that black paint! 🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@angelajonesdiy]

Yes it is fantastic and I love the velvety feel it leaves

[@violenceislife1987]

Fun

[@cruzinbosco]

Those bookends are so up my alley. Love them. Great job and I am thankful for the easy projects. 💕

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much!

[@sylviajones4907]

Loved all your ideas. Your hubby was sweet to buy you that blackest-black paint. Crazy about books so I really liked the skull bookends.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Awe thank you 🥰

[@klinnc8910]

LOVE the book ends. THANKS. on my way to Dollar Tree. 😊

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you! Love that 🥰

[@klinnc8910]

@@angelajonesdiy I went and got my skulls Thanks again for the idea. I’m going to leave them up all year. That’s just how I roll. 🤣🤣🤣

[@ItsLaurenE]

Cutting the hands just gave me a interesting idea, top of hand glued on popsicle stick crossed base, fingers held together with jumprings for dangling adding strings with black and orange bells and creating a wind chime. To be a little extra one could even use the smaller skulls cut a hole in the bottom to feed small bells into and a small hole to feed a string through the top and have hidden bells in the skulls.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Love that idea

[@ItsLaurenE]

@@angelajonesdiy thank you!

[@marlenecanterbury649]

Great video. I been wanting to do squalls. Now I can

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@creative2716]

Luv the bookends!💀

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@tracyhilt3442]

This is fab

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you!

[@maryannstabile5137]

Great job creating these spooky Halloween decor ideas!!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@cassandramosley4290]

Just found you n I'm happy to see a fellow Yinzer. I know I'll find the same stuff you have🥰🥰🥰

[@deannajones3895]

Love the cauldron, what a unique idea

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@trishsommeling7669]

Great DIY's that look REALLY awesome, but don't seem overwhelming to do! Thanks so much!!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you! I love to provide a variety of skill levels on the channel from super easy to a little more advanced 🥰

[@evelynrose3334]

I really enjoyed watching this video. Thank you for the ideas. Especially, the cauldron candle.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much !

[@desert-walker]

Interesting

[@heatherannkleinrichert8217]

I'm not sure how fire safe it would be, but making the inside of the tea light stands gold would be SO beautiful! I just imagine the flame would flicker off of it and make it glow. Since they are glass, maybe painting them gold first, and then a second layer of black so you have the "peak a boo" effect would work more safely. Loved all of these DIYs!

[@angelajonesdiy]

OMG why didn’t I think of that 🥰 that would be stunning. Great idea

[@brittkitty8354]

What DIY are you talking about in the video I don't see any tea lights stands painted gold on the inside

[@laurenmurphy1776]

Girllll you're a genius!! Love how ALL these diys turned out. I'm gonna attempt (🤞) a few of these like the crystal ball, candle cauldron and bookends. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent with us!! 👋👻🎃🕷🕸🦇

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much Lauren 🥰 I’d love to see how your projects turn out 🤗

[@craftadventureswithsusanto808]

Great projects! New subbie, looking forward to watching more videos! Big hugs and blessings!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much and welcome 🥰

[@1x1.studio]

Wow Angela, you did such an EXCELLENT job !!! They turned out so sick, gold and black is a perfect match !

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@sweetsue51]

I loved absolutely everything that you made> I came across you by accident and then subscribed and rand that receive all bell, Thank you I can't even pick 1

[@angelajonesdiy]

I love to hear that 🥰 thank you so much!

[@vintagelady1]

I thought the skull looked kind of cool painted half black, half aged white. Loved the gold leaf effect.

[@angelajonesdiy]

That actually would look really cool 🥰

[@kellyjean4981]

These all turned out great. I look forward to making them. Tfs

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@Sharauni]

Easiest way I've found to crackle things is Elmer's/white school glue, seriously. Thin layer under paint for fine crackles, thick layer for bigger cracks. I tend to brush both glue and paint in the same direction for the best crackles. Never had a problem with it, hope that helps!

[@RiotWild]

When you're putting paint into the cracks of the hand you can add a little water to the paint to get it more liquidy. It seeps into the cracks easier!

[@angelajonesdiy]

That’s a great tip!

[@lucyhernandez3408]

you did good job

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@hopekackley782]

Next time try some plain school glue. Do you first coat of paint let it dry, then add a nice layer of the glue ( thicker the glue the bigger the cracks) then while the glues wet add your top coat of paint. Let dry and watch the magic. Thanks for sharing and happy holidays

[@angelajonesdiy]

I made so many mistakes trying to use the crackle 🤦‍♀️ thanks for the tips

[@jsym82]

Great ideas, I'm also from the Pittsburgh area. Go Steelers! 😊

[@angelajonesdiy]

Love that!

[@treannadawn]

I'm currently in the middle of a pool noodle candle DIY and had my partner carefully use his hole saw on his drill press to make the holes for the LED tea lights. The lights fit perfectly inside the pool noodle!

[@angelajonesdiy]

That’s a fantastic idea and I’m sure much less work 🥰

[@caifengforever2796]

Prop pro tip: if you start the glue at the bottom if the drip and then pull upward its looks a lot mor organic and realistic

[@angelajonesdiy]

That’s a great tip thank you! 🥰

[@moonbeam054]

It's amazing paint. I've also tried it, mine went on a little thicker..I wonder if it was an odd batch 🤔..It worked out good though. Looks great 💀🔥

[@angelajonesdiy]

I watched a few videos of people using this paint before I tried it and I did not seem as thin and runny as mine was. But it still looks and feels really cool

[@Jmacfann]

Would recommend an adhesion promoter if you are painting, well really anything but especially plastic. 1 its always going to make it so the paint adheres properly and doesn't just flake off but also going to help cut the use of paint down significantly.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thanks for the tip 🥰

[@Vro-]

Great projects, the new black paint does make a difference but it does seem to resistant to the plastic & 3 coats? Maybe try a coat over the black chalk pain? Love the cauldron candle paint technique!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Yea it was definitely resistant to the material. Once I painted it over top of the black chalk paint it worked out much better and still had that velvety feel

[@beckaspaz]

The Black 3.0 should have a base black under it and thin thin strokes or it'll streak. But it's super fun to paint with.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thanks for the tip!

[@zullo3529]

I don’t do spooky but these are very good! Have you tried using Elmer’s glue to get crackle? Thanks Angela

[@angelajonesdiy]

I haven’t. I’ll have to try the glue method next time. Thank you

[@beckyrumery6928]

Love them all. I use Elmer's glue or any white school glue to crackle. I have never tried the mediums.

[@angelajonesdiy]

I need to try this method. Now do you out the top layer of paint over the glue while it’s still tacky or wait for it to dry?

[@beckyrumery6928]

@@angelajonesdiy I put my first layer of paint then let it dry then put the glue on it. I always dry the glue a bit. It still is wet but it's more glossy than white. Then I add my top paint. Go in one direction and one swipe the best you can. You don't want to keep going over the glue.

[@alsmith2653]

Great job...just wanted to add that the waverly ink paint is blacker once it's sealed with wax or clear coat.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Oh that’s good to know I don’t think I have added a clear coat over it before

[@DANIxDANGER]

If you have it, add a bit of cement to the inside of the bookends to have it functionally work :)

[@sarahernandez8766]

To get good cracks use glue before las the heavy coat of paint only one time brushed paint, it works great

[@angelajonesdiy]

Ok thank you for the advice that’s what I keep seeing. I definitely went back and forth over the crackle and paint working it too much.

[@bevhueffmeier949]

Your pool noodle candles are probably the best I've seen on Utube. Maybe the extra details of bats spiders and purple rose's?? Very nice.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you! All the little bits definitely add to the vibe 🥰

[@BROUBoomer]

The skull, because it's plastic, few paints will stick to it, chalk paint is one. You should have done one base coat in chalk paint, then put that super black on. That would have worked the first time around. Chalk paint has the blessing of sticking to just about anything, great for base coats for other paints. That or use gesso as a base coat. Hope this helps. Take care, stay safe, have a nice day. 👵✌️🖖 🙉🙈🙊 🌎☮️🕊️

[@angelajonesdiy]

Yes thank you! I love using gesso. I did want to test the paint completely on its own at first that’s why I did the side by side comparing to the chalk paint. But now I know it needs something underneath

[@BROUBoomer]

@@angelajonesdiy Hi, But it was the blackest black I've ever seen. Have you had a chance to use it on anything else? Watercolor paper or acrylic paper? Canvas? Out lined with it? My mind spun with possibilities of uses for a deep black. Take care, stay safe, have a nice day. 👵✌️🖖 🙉🙈🙊 🌎☮️🕊️

[@Wendy-sj6di]

I ❤ everything definitely had to be a new sub! I wished found you sooner. Oh and the best crackle medium I have used is folkart.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Welcome! Thank you. I have heard the folk art one is good

[@halo218813]

Hey I'm from Pittsburgh too! Hi neighbor! 👋

[@angelajonesdiy]

Love that! 🥰

[@mahalodesignstudiowlani7229]

I love dollar store creations! One thing that make a great coverage for skeleton hands is amber shalak (just wanted to share)

[@angelajonesdiy]

I don’t think I’ve heard of amber shalak before. I’ll have to look it up. Thank you

[@wanderwomen6574]

crackle never fail.... Elmers Glue layer and paint right on top as it dries it crackles

[@angelajonesdiy]

Maybe that’s where I keep going wrong. The directions on the crackle say to let it dry before you apply the paint on top

[@wanderwomen6574]

@@angelajonesdiy good luck nice and thick experiment on scrap wood

[@squidandsquishy2506]

Try plaster of Paris added to your paint for better crackle effects. A 1 to 4 ratio works

[@angelajonesdiy]

Oh interesting I have not heard that technique before. I have a whole container of plaster of Paris. Thanks for the advice 🥰

[@Me-th3gj]

The crystal ball one was neat, but I'd make the cuts on the palm side of the hands and glue them together that way.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you

[@Me-th3gj]

@@angelajonesdiy Thanks to you too. Really got me into the Halloween spirit.

[@Ohwhale79]

In my experience you have to gloop that crackle medium on much much thicker and then it'll work great!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Oh ok that would make sense I’ll try that thank you! Do you also let it dry? The directions say to let it dry before adding the paint on top and I did that

[@Ohwhale79]

@@angelajonesdiy Actually no! I always go for the method that Deidre from Our Upcycled Life here on yt uses! She glops it on nice and thick and then go straight in with the paint, let it dry and it always comes out looking fantastic. I hope it works out for you!!! The stuff sold specifically as crackle medium is supposed to work after it's dried but it always seems to work better wet. Just be sure to wash your brushes out really good!!

[@Ohwhale79]

It might depend on the type of paint you're putting on top as well, I haven't done that much experimenting personally.

[@emilymulcahy]

With crackle you need to go in the same direction and you can't go over the same area, that's where you went wrong, you were swiping back and forth in different directions

[@melsingh1781]

Cute ideas!❤ I want to try and make the fake crystals coming out of skulls but gotta find recipe again. I think it was borax and the dye!????

[@julicarter8747]

I use elmers glue and then acrylic paint over the glue. When the glue dries it creates the crackled effect

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you for the advice I need to try the Elmer’s glue method that seems to be the best way to do it 🥰

[@LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow]

❤️🎃❤️ I love the idea you have here. Your very talented & creative! I have been making lots of Fall & Halloween Themed items on my channel too. I just love this time of year! Keep the great videos coming!!i

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you! It really is the best time of year for crafting and DIY projects 🥰

[@judykarp1712]

Thank you, i thought i was doing something wrong....because i can't get crackle medium work at all. I have tried Elmer's glue and it worked so much better.

[@angelajonesdiy]

That’s what I need to try next!

[@LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow]

This turned out super cute! Your very talented and creative! I have been making lots of Halloween Themed items on my channel too. I just love this time of year! Keep the great videos coming!! 🎃👻💀

[@angelajonesdiy]

Thank you so much I do too!

[@sabrinalehtisaari7552]

I could be wrong but the crackle medium has to be put on in one direction or it’s overlapping and two thick to do the crackle effect. I believe the top paint must also go on in the same direction also.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Oh ok thank you for the advice I did not realize that. I’ll give it a try next time 🥰 I did watch a video the other day saying not go back and forth with the crackle

[@zaks4434]

try just glue as the crackle, white or clear, school type like Elmer's also cheap kinds. I find that you need to paint over the layer of glue just before its fully dry, the top layer will then crack as it dries. I also find that different glue brands and types will crack different. I did test by painting different type's and brand glue on paper plates, also trying different brush strokes with the glue can cause different crack patterns. Same direction, cross hatch, like X , and + then apply paint over the glue's to get a sampling of how each worked. you can divide one place like into 4 glue patterns, then just paint one color over all 4, to see how the one glue acts on each pattern.

[@angelajonesdiy]

That is a great idea thank you so much for the advice. I’m realizing I did a few things wrong. I worked the medium too much going over it multiple times and then I let it dry fully before adding the paint on top.

[@Nenezilla]

Shout out from the Burgh!

[@angelajonesdiy]

Woo! Another yinzer 🥰

[@mermaiddiyartist8119]

I cut my dollar tree skull open on top and lined it with concrete then added different paints. This way if it’s outside it won’t fly away

[@angelajonesdiy]

That’s a great idea!

[@deannamiller2710]

I’m just outside of the Burgh - so Hi neighbor! 👋🏻 I don’t do a lot of Halloween decorating, but these are great. I love how dark Black 3.0 is. The gold leaf really popped on those skulls.

[@angelajonesdiy]

Hey neighbor! Love that 🥰 I don’t do a lot of Halloween either but figured it would make the most sense for testing out that paint lol

[@annastayja]

I'm 412 too. Great video

[@304girlriggs7]

My daughter lives in moon township, I'm outside of Morgantown,WV So hello from a fellow Steelers fan!!!

[@angelajonesdiy]

@@304girlriggs7 my 9 to 5 job is in Coraopolis!

[@angelajonesdiy]

@@annastayja thank you!

[@WVgirl1959]

You can use Vaseline in between layers of paint for the crackle effect

[@angelajonesdiy]

Oh yes I didn’t even think of that. I tried that a while ago and it’s a good technique. Thank you 🥰