October CT Blog Hop

The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and our Creative Team has brewed up something spooktacular for you! 🎃 Get ready for a cozy mix of autumn crafts, Halloween magic, and early holiday inspiration — all designed to spark your creative spirit. We’ve also got treats galore: a 30% OFF Sale, a FREEBIE, and a Giveaway you won’t want to miss. So pour yourself some cider, grab your favorite sweater, and come hop along with us! 🍁
But first — I have some exciting news to share! ✨ I’m thrilled to announce our very first Craft Night — happening Thursday, October 30th at 5:00 PM (mountain time), live on the Lori Whitlock YouTube Channel! Earlier this year, I ran a survey, and most of you said you’d love monthly craft nights on Thursdays — so we’re making it happen! Mark your calendars and join us for a fun, creative evening of crafting together — I can’t wait to kick things off with you! 💕
Now, let’s get hopping! The hop order is below:

No tricks, just treats! 🎃
Now through October 18th, enjoy 30% OFF everything at Lori’s SVG Shop — including digital files and commercial licenses! Use code OCT2025 (case-sensitive) at checkout and fill your cart with crafty goodness for all your fall and holiday projects. SHOP HERE.

As a thank-you for hopping along with us, we’ve got something special to share. For today only, you can download the No Glue Box Halloween Boo Ghost SVG file absolutely FREE! Just add it to your cart and complete checkout—no codes, no catches, just a fun little treat from us to you.

 THIS WEEK’S NEW RELEASE!

Gobble up the cuteness! 🦃 The new Thanksgiving Project Bundle is here — featuring adorable slip lid boxes shaped like a turkey, pilgrims, and a fall harvest crate. These delightful 3D designs are perfect for holding treats, small gifts, or adding a cozy touch to your holiday table. Settle in and grab your favorite papers, dust off your cutting machine, and start crafting some fall fun! 🧡 And don’t forget—use code OCT2025 during the Blog Hop this week to save 30% OFF your purchase!

***CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE SHOP***

How about a giveaway? You’re in luck! Enter our giveaway below, and we’ll announce the winner on the entry form right here on this blog post. Keep an eye on your inbox—you might be the lucky winner!

Be sure to check out the CT member blogs listed at the top of this post! Thanks again for dropping by! Have a GREAT day!

~Lori

Box Card Bottles Father’s Day with a Twist

Hello everyone! Today I’m showing you a Father’s Day card I turned into a birthday day card. I used this file, SVG or Silhouette.

I edited the text box to accommodate what I needed the card for, a birthday.

I used some dot cardstock from Bazzill and some metallic cardstock on the bottle caps.

I love these little box cards. They’re always so easy to assemble and the recipients always love them.

Thanks for stopping by and happy crafting!

Chelsea

Step By Step Tutorial for Creating this Magical 3D Haunted House Village Scene

Hi friends!
Today I’m excited to share a step-by-step tutorial on how to make the Ultimate XL Fold Flat Halloween Village Scene by Lori Whitlock. This DIY Haunted House scene is fun to make and will be treasured for years and years to come. It folds flat for easy storage. Add a set of battery lights to really bring this spooky haunted house scene to life! (SVG, Silhouette)

Happy crafting!

Holly Jo
Holly Jo’s Youtube Page

A2 Shadow Box Card Jack O Lantern

🎃 Halloween Shadow Box Card – Jack O’ Lantern 🎃

Hi everyone!
Today I’m excited to share a fun Halloween project with you — a Shadow Box Card designed by Lori Whitlock, called “A2 Shadow Box Card Jack O’ Lantern.”

I decided to give this spooky little project my own twist by changing up the colors from Lori’s original version — and it’s amazing how a few color changes can create such a different look! 🧡🖤💜

 

For the layer behind the pumpkin’s eyes, I used vellum so the light can shine through beautifully when you place a little LED light or fairy lights behind it. It gives the card a cozy (and slightly spooky!) glow that’s perfect for Halloween nights. 

If you’d like to make this project yourself, the file is sold as a single file and as a cute spooky bundle:

Single file Silhouette / SVG
Bundle  SVG

I’d love to know — which colors would you use?
Be sure to share your version on social media so we can see your Halloween creation! 

Happy crafting Tamara 

Meet our newest Creative Team Member, Holly Jo!

We are happy to announce that we have a new Creative team member, Holly Jo. Going forward, you’ll be seeing posts and tutorials from the talented Holly Jo! Let’s give her a warm welcome! We will let her introduce herself….
My name is Holly Jo. I have been papercrafting for about 40 years (WOW, that dates me).
I’ve been married to my best friend for 38 years. I have lived in Utah my entire life.
We have three beautiful children, all grown with families of their own. I have been gifted with 4 amazing grand babies which are the light of my life.
We have a 150-pound Newfoundland dog named Mowgli, who goes with us everywhere.
We love camping, and the mountains are our 2nd home. We spend four months of the year living in the Uinta Mountains in our RV.
I love spaghetti and Diet Coke- lots of Diet Coke! My favorite color is navy blue, and in my free time, I enjoy relaxing in my hot tub.
I have a YouTube channel, “Smile by Holly,” where I share my love for papercrafting.
I love life and feel so grateful for all my many blessings. Excited to join Lori Whitlock’s creative design team.
Happy crafting and remember to SMILE! 🙂