Halloween is on Friday night this year. Are you ready? There's plenty to do before All Hallows Eve is upon us. Don't let it make you crazy. If you haven't started yet... this post is for you.
Things to keep in mind:
-Are your pumpkins carved? Have you figured out a safe way to light them on Halloween night?
-Have you gone over trick-or-treating safety rules with your kids?
-Are your decorations out? If you decorate every year…consider designating a specific, and well-marked, box for all Halloween items.
-Have you checked out the local Fall Fairs and Festivals in your community? Fall is a great time be outside with your family and friends. We’ll be heading into the busy Holiday season before you know it. Get outside now while you still can!
-Make sure to schedule some apple picking and pumpkin-patch-visiting time. See note above on enjoying brisk Fall weather.
-Buy Halloween treats ahead of time so you’re not scrambling to get them ready. Just be sure you don’t start snacking early. Do you have the perfect bowl? I have one – just for Halloween, and it goes back into that well marked storage container the next morning.
And…the most important part:
Costume ideas for you
-The sock monster…safety pin odd mate-less socks to your clothes (just remember to match them back up after the party)
-Paparazzo…camera-hound vest, sunglasses, camera bag on your shoulder, camera around your neck and a rolled up fan mag in your back pocket: instant celebrity-chaser
If all else fails… think kitty ears with some strategically placed eyeliner whiskers
Costume ideas for the kids
-Lego: find a large box that your child can pull on and wear over their body (after you’ve cut holes for their head and their arms). Attach empty food containers (like margarine or dip tubs) with a glue gun to the front. Spray paint desired color (make sure to select paint that sticks to plastic)
-Bag of jellybeans: find a clear plastic bag and cut holes for legs and arms on the bottom and side seams. Have your child step in; fill with small blown up balloons. Tie bag at neck with a big ribbon
If all else fails, check out this silly site for true last-minute, and I mean last minute, ideas. Note...last minute does not always mean good, but I promise, many are fun!
Last but not least…
Have you thought about a costume for Fido? I’m just sayin’… he might want to be part of the fun, too. Plenty of websites have costumes for dogs, but I venture that local pet stores have a good selection, too! You know you want to!
-reenie
Things to keep in mind:
-Are your pumpkins carved? Have you figured out a safe way to light them on Halloween night?
-Have you gone over trick-or-treating safety rules with your kids?
-Are your decorations out? If you decorate every year…consider designating a specific, and well-marked, box for all Halloween items.
-Have you checked out the local Fall Fairs and Festivals in your community? Fall is a great time be outside with your family and friends. We’ll be heading into the busy Holiday season before you know it. Get outside now while you still can!
-Make sure to schedule some apple picking and pumpkin-patch-visiting time. See note above on enjoying brisk Fall weather.
-Buy Halloween treats ahead of time so you’re not scrambling to get them ready. Just be sure you don’t start snacking early. Do you have the perfect bowl? I have one – just for Halloween, and it goes back into that well marked storage container the next morning.
And…the most important part:
Costume ideas for you
-The sock monster…safety pin odd mate-less socks to your clothes (just remember to match them back up after the party)
-Paparazzo…camera-hound vest, sunglasses, camera bag on your shoulder, camera around your neck and a rolled up fan mag in your back pocket: instant celebrity-chaser
If all else fails… think kitty ears with some strategically placed eyeliner whiskers
Costume ideas for the kids
-Lego: find a large box that your child can pull on and wear over their body (after you’ve cut holes for their head and their arms). Attach empty food containers (like margarine or dip tubs) with a glue gun to the front. Spray paint desired color (make sure to select paint that sticks to plastic)
-Bag of jellybeans: find a clear plastic bag and cut holes for legs and arms on the bottom and side seams. Have your child step in; fill with small blown up balloons. Tie bag at neck with a big ribbon
If all else fails, check out this silly site for true last-minute, and I mean last minute, ideas. Note...last minute does not always mean good, but I promise, many are fun!
Last but not least…
Have you thought about a costume for Fido? I’m just sayin’… he might want to be part of the fun, too. Plenty of websites have costumes for dogs, but I venture that local pet stores have a good selection, too! You know you want to!
-reenie
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Party Tips
Halloween parties make a great alternative to trick-or treating. For an incredible, well-put together Halloween party, it's best to make arrangements well in advance. Here's some party planning tips for a terrifying good time.
* Send out Invitations
Get your party invitations out 1-2 weeks before the party. To avoid any confusion, clearly state instructions about themes, costumes, and when the party ends.
* Have Adult Supervision
For minors, adult supervision is necessary for safety reasons as well as preventing any property damage. Adults can help with the party and enforce rules, while the guests have fun.
* Have a Camera Handy
Take pictures and arrange them in a photo album to show your guests after the party. Better yet, Buy a huge photo album and add pictures every year, after your annual Halloween Party. It's hilarious to watch how the costumes evolve over the years.
Another idea is to have someone take Polaroid pictures of each guest as they arrive. Give everyone their pic as they leave your party in remembrance of the occasion.
* Have a Backup Plan
If you're planning your party outdoors, be prepared for inclement weather. Have other arrangements ready at a moments notice.
* Get Help in Decorating
Allow some guests to arrive early and help with the Halloween decorations. This will ease your workload and add some creative minds.
* Supply Food and Candy
And plenty of it. What's a party without goodies? Try dressing up your food to look like gross things such as eyeballs, body parts, etc. Make the punch look like blood.
* Hand out Party Favors
Don't let the kids leave empty handed. Hand out gifts to game contest winners and make up some party favor bags with Halloween candy.
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