Due to an illness in my family, I haven't been able to post for a while. Now, I am up and running!!!
Halloween is fast approaching and the parties are fast and furious.... Here are a few tips to help things go more smoothly...
- ALWAYS....use a coupon! Whatever craft store you are in, there should always be a coupon to use for your purchase. NEVER pay full price!
- Shop for decorations and costumes at your local thrift shop..Keep your mind open because ANYTHING can be transformed into something else.(I have found different candle holders and spray painted them black to place on my Halloween mantle.)
- The hardware store is also a great place to shop for costume pieces and accessories! (Spray insulation foam in neon green works well for a "witches brew".)
- I get inspiration for many ideas through magazines, the Internet etc.. just put your own spin on them!
- When the Halloween season ends...make sure to hit the "day after" sales for the best bargains on costumes, paper products, decorations..etc... and save them for next year. Many stores slash prices to 75-90%OFF. I just can't pass up a good deal!
- Look around your house inside and out to "re-purpose" materials you already have. (for example, small rocks put in a glass jar can be labeled "Goblin Hearts". The children get a kick out of looking for them and imagining what they could be!)
- So many ideas! Most Importantly, have fun and enjoy this season with your family and friends!
It seems earlier and earlier every year that the stores put out their Halloween decorations and costumes on display. With that ,comes a hefty price tag as well. In light of the economy these days, it would seem impossible for some to get into the "spirit" of Halloween without dropping some serious cash! However, I hope to let you in on some tips and techniques to make your Halloween fun, exciting, creative and affordable!
I have always loved Halloween since I was a little girl. The idea of being able to transform into a different version of yourself by using your imagination and creativity has always been fun for me. Now that I have children, I have shared this tradition with them. Every Halloween is an adventure and an opportunity to let our creative juices flow!
After seeing all the Halloween items in the stores, my sons start talking about what they want to be for Halloween. Over the years, I have made costumes such as an ice cream sundae, Willy Wonka,a headless waiter, bobble head costume, and a "stick" figure just to name a few. Everyone that has seen these costumes has absolutely loved them...and the one common thing everyone says is.."I wish I could do that..I am just not "creative"." Well, you don't have to be "crafty" to create a costume or decoration...you just have to have fun and enjoy! It's great to work together with family and friends to make lasting memories!
Over the next few weeks, I will share tips and ideas for costumes and decorations that are easy, affordable and yes...simply SPOOKTACULAR!
