Halloween is that magical season where imaginations and creative fantasies run wild, and it's the ultimate opportunity to scare up that limitless array of crafty tricks & treats you've been dreaming up. While whipping up a costume may be the first project on your list, we suggest taking dress-up to the next level with a boo-tiful take on string art. With some colorful string, nails and a geometric pattern in mind, create this unique holiday décor that's unexpectedly chic and one-of-a-kind.

To create: Push thin nails around the top and bottom of the pumpkin in a circle formation, leave approximately half an inch between each nail. P.S.- Don't push the nail heads in yet. Knot the pink string to a nail and wrap it in an up-and-down pattern across the pumpkin. Create contrast with a different colored string and repeat the knot and wrapping step. To finish it off, push the nail heads into the pumpkin to secure.

The do it yourself movement is stronger (and chicer) than ever these days, and guest editor Erica Domesek is leading the way with her site, P.S.- I Made This.
 
This week, Erica is letting us in on her DIY must haves! So what should every crafter put in her kit? “A Swiss Army knife,” Erica told us. “I'm also a big manicure on the go kind of girl. Having a nail file, tweezers, and snips for all sorts of stray strings is a must have.” Other necessities for the artisanal enthusiast include a glue gun, duct tape, fabric glue, sewing basics, pliers and wirecutters
 
Love Erica’s tips? You can find more inspiration at P.S.- I Made This!

Erica Domesek is the ingenious lady behind amazingly fun DIY site P.S.- I Made This, and now she’s sharing her savvy with Polyvore!
 
This week, Erica is telling us everything we need to get artful on the go! So what does a professionally crafty lady carry in her brown suede PS1 bag?
 
“There are always a bevy of Sharpies, extra ribbons (you never know when you need to get your DIY on), a Swiss army knife, a Rebecca Minkoff pouch that I use as a wallet and tons of lip gloss”, Erica told us. “Right now I'm all over Dior nude glosses.”
 
There you have it! Stay tuned for Erica’s next guest editor piece, and don’t forget to check out P.S.- I Made This!