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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
Ghastly Candy Creations
When you’re getting ready for Halloween, sometimes you want to come up with fresh new ways of surprising your trick or treaters, other times you just want to use what you have to make new decorations. Whatever reason, you’re looking … Continue reading
Fun Foods for Festivities
Sometimes when I’m trying to get ideas for my big Halloween party I spend hours and hours pouring over websites, cookbooks and magazines, but rarely do I actually get my ideas put down in one place. This year, I’ve decided … Continue reading
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Tagged drinks, food, halloween, Halloween party ideas, party ideas
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Frankenweenie
If you know anything about me, you know that I’ve watched every Halloween movie ever made. But few of these ghastly delights have captured my imagination like Tim Burton’s 1984 classic, Frankenweenie. A spooky tale about a little boy aptly named … Continue reading
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Tagged Catherine O'Hara, Frankenweenie, halloween, Martin Landau, Martin Short, Tim Burton, Winona Ryder
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Dressing Man’s Best Friends
Do you love to dress up for Halloween? Do you love to dress up your kids? Do you love to dress up your boyfriend/spouse/family? Then you probably can get on board dressing up your pet. Last year, I decided to … Continue reading
Posted in Halloween Costumes
Tagged cat costumes, dog costumes, halloween, Halloween costumes, pet costumes
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Top 10 Halloween Movies
Every August I start playing my favorite scary movies in anticipation of Halloween. Some are classic Halloween stories, others are just plain ole’ horror films. But here is a list of what I would consider are some of the best … Continue reading
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Halloween In France
It looks like France has only recently adopted Halloween into their culture. It became popular in the early 90s when an American restaurant started throwing Halloween parities. Still, it’s hard to believe that with all of the Celts living around … Continue reading
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The Jilted Bride
One of my favorite costumes is the jilted bride. I love it so much because it’s such a creative way to recycle old wedding dresses from thrift stores while also showing off your flair. Besides, why should you only wear … Continue reading
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Thank You Robert Burns You Are The…
The name for Halloween comes Scotland. Apparently, it’s a Scottish contraction derived from “All Hallow’s Eve.” The day before All Souls Day, which in Scotland is referred to All Hallowed Souls day. In Scotland, instead of pumpkins, families hollow out … Continue reading
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Interview with author Lesley Bannantyne
Anyone who really knows about Halloween knows the name Lesley Bannantyne. Lesley is an author who has written a fascinating book titled Halloween Nation. Behind the Scenes of Americas Fright Night. About Halloween Nation from her website: So much that’s … Continue reading
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