Monthly Archives: April 2012

Aye, Aye to Pirate Costumes

I don’t know about you, but there was definitely a time when I dreamed of being a pirate girl.  When I saw Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in “Pirates of the Caribbean,” let’s just say those dreams came back.  … Continue reading

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Halloween Props

I love to decorate my home for Halloween, but sometimes I spend so much time inside that the outside of my home is neglected. And what is more important to the strangers that come up to your door on Halloween … Continue reading

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Have Yourself a Wicked Halloween

It can be really hard to come up with the right Halloween costume.  Believe me, I know.  It’s just always hard to find the inspiration.  I know a lot of my friends like to model themselves after celebrities like Michael … Continue reading

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Paper Crafts

Paper crafts are one of the most exciting aspects of Halloween. Banners, invitations, wreaths and more can all be constructed from this versatile substance at very little to no cost at all. All you need to have on hand are … Continue reading

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Halloween Treats – No Tricks!

I often write about my favorite Halloween foods, but today I wanted to focus on special Halloween treats. You know, the goodies that you remember as a child all the way through your adulthood. For me, that would be an … Continue reading

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Use Candles this Halloween – More Than You Think

Halloween is the first holiday of the season where you can really start playing with mood lighting. And what better way to incorporate the feel of the holiday season than by using natural fire burning yellow light? There are hundreds … Continue reading

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Make Your Own Halloween Hair Accessories

Because I love Halloween I start making festive hair accessories in the Spring. I usually make one for every little girl I know. I also donate some to the local school’s costume department. And occasionally I sell some on Etsy. … Continue reading

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