Velcome, my vriends, to the Ghostly Garden Cottage, where even the flowers can't be trusted. Who says scary can't be cute?
To prove the point, meet Betty Boo. Some might say she's a spoiled bat, but I think she's rather sweet, as far as vampires go. Betty is not too cross to wear flowers -- but she's not too kind to sock-you-one either -- so, stay on her good side.
Come on inside -- no tricks here, only treats. Don't mind the carnivorous plants creeping out the windows.
Today I'm handing out a NEW, FREE PATTERN -- fun-to-make & easy-on-the-thighs. Click here to download my free pattern for a snappy little sock doll. Make your own mischief from one unassuming sock, wool-blend felt, and a few other bits & baubles from your crafting scraps.
Don't go batty picking materials. If you want some help, I've dug up all sorts of spooky socks and supplies for a handful of kits at The Heather Bailey Store (while supplies last).
Win a free Betty Boo Sock Doll Kit. Four winners will be picked at random. (If you're not a gambler, see the Freebie Code at bottom of post.) Leave a comment; make up a Halloween poem, share a Halloween story -- or just say 'Hi'.
Now, vahtch your step. And Happy Halloween!
**Freebie Code** Happy Halloween! Treat yourself a FREE Betty Boo Sock Doll Kit, by entering the code "BatBatThing" (on a purchase of $35 or more) at The Heather Bailey Store. While supplies last -- first come, first serve. (When you're ready to check out, add your selected bat doll Kit to your cart, then enter the coupon code where indicated. The price of one kit ($9.95) will be removed from your total. Code expires 10-31-09.)
how cute! this halloween i'm dressing as a garden gnome! i love halloween!
:-)
Posted by: margot | October 26, 2009 at 07:23 AM
very cute craft!
Posted by: Lori @ RecipeGirl | October 26, 2009 at 07:30 AM
hi heather!! betty is so cute.....just starting on my 6 yr old daughter's costume...I am making Autumn the Woodland Fairy costume with no tutu as per her orders!! lol!
Posted by: christie sproul | October 26, 2009 at 07:33 AM
This year my girls are requesting a fall punk fairy and a purple dragon--both need wings of course lol
Posted by: Tabitha O. | October 26, 2009 at 07:42 AM
Betty is adorable! My favorite costume is the classic Witch. I have dressed up as a Witch more times than I can count. Happy Halloween to you and yours!
Posted by: Amy | October 26, 2009 at 07:48 AM
My 16 month old son is an adorable garden gnome this year. He is so adorable to watch walk around with his tall red hat. It is my favorite costume. Last year he was a pine tree air freshener and that is almost my favorite.
Posted by: Heather M. | October 26, 2009 at 07:48 AM
So cute! Both of my boys will be gladiators this year. My In-laws brought back armor from their trip to Rome, and I'm making them pillowcase togas.
Posted by: Mary Anna | October 26, 2009 at 07:55 AM
This year we will have Napolean, a Roman Centurian, and a Spanish dancer!!!
Posted by: JP | October 26, 2009 at 08:01 AM
Very, very cute!
Okay, I'm trying (with little luck) to convince my husband to go as Julia Childs and I'll go as Paul. He is tall with dark hair and I'm short so it would be so perfect!
The kids are still deciding which is crazy with 9 of them and Halloween days away!
Posted by: Kathryn | October 26, 2009 at 08:09 AM
lovely bat !
I once had a ladybug, and a bee too...
Posted by: djaj | October 26, 2009 at 08:11 AM
so cute! a fun costume? zombie bridesmaid. bought a cheap dress at goodwill and rubbed it in dirt. still didn't say "dead" enough, so we ran it over with the car a few times. perfect!
Posted by: Jill | October 26, 2009 at 08:18 AM
Betty is so cute! Love it! My daughter will be going as a ladybug with a sparkly red tutu and wings, if I can finish them in time :)
Posted by: Amanda C. | October 26, 2009 at 08:21 AM
Cute! My kids haven't decided on costumes yet -- eek!
Posted by: Carolyn | October 26, 2009 at 08:24 AM
I'd have to say my favorite costume idea is wearing a shirt that says "Ceiling," carrying some pom-poms and yelling "Go Ceiling!"
Quick, easy and hilarious once people put it together.
In case you don't get it yet…I'd be a Ceiling Fan. ;)
Posted by: Sarah (craft n clutter) | October 26, 2009 at 08:27 AM
Wrap yourself up in tin foil and go as leftovers :)
Posted by: Sarah | October 26, 2009 at 08:33 AM
I love costumes that have a homemade feel! Something you didn't expect. Like using rubber gloves for a bird costume for feet :) My oldest went as super Alden this year. I made him a cape with a big A on the back and a mask and shorts (to wear over his pants as all super heros do) all out of cute matching fabric!
Posted by: Rhonda Steed | October 26, 2009 at 08:35 AM
Boo to YOU!
Happy Halloween.
Regina
Posted by: Regina | October 26, 2009 at 08:44 AM
What an adorable little bat!
I am going as the tooth fairy this year, complete with teeth necklace and pliers. :)
Posted by: Kelli | October 26, 2009 at 08:50 AM
That is the cutest bat I think I've ever seen!
Posted by: Lisa D. | October 26, 2009 at 08:53 AM
That is such a cute bat doll. Not so scary at all!
Posted by: Lisa | October 26, 2009 at 08:53 AM
What a cute bat! Thanks for sharing the pattern. Happy Halloween!
Posted by: Sandra B. | October 26, 2009 at 08:56 AM
That's adorable! This year for Halloween I made a spider costume by attaching knee socks to a t-shirt. Turns out 4 extra hands just get in the way. :)
Posted by: Amanda | October 26, 2009 at 08:57 AM
My daughter and I are going as butterflys this year. I didn't have the gumption to make a costume this year. She's happy so I guess I shouldn't feel guilty about not making her costume from scratch.
Posted by: Mrsblocko | October 26, 2009 at 08:59 AM
love the bat - absolutely adorable!! We are doing trick or treating this year, as chickens!! We are carving our pumpkins today and hopefully roasting pumpkin seeds tonight!
Posted by: Kelly C | October 26, 2009 at 09:02 AM
she is so cute! Thanks so much for the pattern!
Posted by: Lisa G. | October 26, 2009 at 09:02 AM
I love bats and this one is adorable!! Very clever!
Posted by: Bonney | October 26, 2009 at 09:03 AM
love it!!
Posted by: Nichole | October 26, 2009 at 09:05 AM
too cute!! at our house, my little girl loves the nursery rhyme, three little ghostesses, it gives her a little bit of halloween without all the scary just yet.
Posted by: maribeth | October 26, 2009 at 09:06 AM
Very sweet! I was making caramel apples this morning to share soem Halloween love.
Posted by: Cheryl Arkison | October 26, 2009 at 09:07 AM
Way cute - I love it!
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=659552778 | October 26, 2009 at 09:09 AM
This is so fun Heather. I love what you've cooked up here.
Posted by: Courtney | October 26, 2009 at 09:13 AM
HI - love the bat so devilishly demure. I am obsessed with bats on halloween (last name is batt) this would be super way cool - thanks for the pattern! love love love!
Posted by: Jenny | October 26, 2009 at 09:13 AM
that is adorable!!! I just love your site. it's always so happy and filled with wonderful ideas.
Posted by: karlee | October 26, 2009 at 09:18 AM
So cute! love the girly bat.
My 4-year-old daughter is going as a flower - I made the costume using an oversized green tee and some craft felt. I also knit a headband and added some more felt petals to it. My first time making a costume....but my daughter loves it!
And my 4-month-old daughter is going as a bee (her sister's hand-me-down costume from BabyStyle).
Posted by: Cathy P. | October 26, 2009 at 09:23 AM
So very cute! You are so creative!
Posted by: Becca | October 26, 2009 at 09:23 AM
So cute! But I don't think I could ever hold her upside down......
Posted by: Patti | October 26, 2009 at 09:26 AM
Very cute - my kiddos would love one!
Posted by: Heather | October 26, 2009 at 09:34 AM
What a cool idea! I've heard of sock dogs, but never sock bats! :)
Posted by: Abby | October 26, 2009 at 09:37 AM
so stinkin' cute!!!
Posted by: rachael | October 26, 2009 at 09:39 AM
Oh my gosh! the cutest thing ever!!!!!
Posted by: melissa nash | October 26, 2009 at 09:40 AM
So so cute! :D
Posted by: Maria | October 26, 2009 at 09:56 AM
Happy Halloween - she is soo cute!
Posted by: Justine B | October 26, 2009 at 10:01 AM
That boo bat is so cute! Thanks for sharing the pattern.
Posted by: karin | October 26, 2009 at 10:12 AM
You amaze me as always - so cute! I have to order some of your felt - it's gorgeous!
Posted by: Amber | October 26, 2009 at 10:16 AM
Adorable!
Posted by: Liz | October 26, 2009 at 10:18 AM
what a sweet boo she is.Thanks for the no calorie treat.
Posted by: ginny | October 26, 2009 at 10:30 AM
Cute cute cute! I love Betty! Maybe I'll ditch finishing up Halloween costumes and make sock dolls instead!
Posted by: Stef | October 26, 2009 at 10:36 AM
Here's a poem for you:
There once was a girl named Heather
She couldn't decide which was better:
Christmas or Halloween
On both she was quite keen
In the end it was decided by the weather.
Okay, it's not great, but at least I tried! I would love to win a little Betty Boo Sock Doll kit! So cute!
Posted by: Kaye Prince | October 26, 2009 at 10:38 AM
This is such a fun idea...hmmm which house do I dare go to next :)
Posted by: Kris | October 26, 2009 at 10:39 AM
I so love Betty Boo Bat, she is so stinkin cute. It's a great project to do with my girls.
Posted by: twitter.com/SandDanceDesign | October 26, 2009 at 10:42 AM