WHY I RECOMMEND: Darkly whimsical projects are a nice change and they speak to me! This is a fun way to get away from the mass-produced craft supplies and make something truly original!

By Ashley Voortman

Lean into your peculiar side with this ultimate guide to crafting strange art at home. Ashley Voortman, popular maker of all things creepy-crawly, shares her favorite projects that add haunting, grotesque and ominous elements to everyday items.

Bring Ashley’s chilling creations to life, such as:

– One-Eyed Pumpkin
– Spider Teacup
– Barbed Wire Frame
– Severed Ear Chain
– Bottle of Lost Souls
– Tooth Fairy Stash
– Pincushion of DOOM
– Death Mushrooms Ring Holder

Each upcycled mixed-media project will show you how to fashion minimal materials into eerie vignettes, functional décor or wearable art―no experience required. With just some clay, paint and resin teeth, you’ll find yourself making countless crafts sure to send shivers down your spine.