There's only one time of year when adults and kids alike, can dress as anyone or anything they want (well...almost anything). Let your child(ren) come up with their own costume and HOW to put it together. It is SO easy to save money and not spend ridiculous amounts on a Halloween costume. Costumes for children and adults can be $100 per costume! If you have 3 kids that's $300! It is so easy to create your own costume with clothes you already have, props, etc. Seriously, if you need any help with a costume let me know. If your child has an idea, I can almost guarantee you there is a way to put the costume together for under $15! Some children costume ideas are: ladybug, princess, fairy, fireman, cat, dog, cheerleader, bride, bumblebee, super hero, hula dancer, cowboy/girl, hippy, flapper, and so much more! You can always make any of these costumes spooky with some face paint and fake blood.
There are so many activities you can do with the children this time of year. You can be artistic, creative, playful, and decorate the house together as a family. Decorate your house with: lollipop ghosts, cotton ball spider webs, and PUMPKINS!, I made my first jack-o'-lantern last year, I think I was deprived as a kid, this is a definite must. There is no need to waste any part of the pumpkin, you can season and bake the pumpkin seeds, for a yummy fall snack. Make bats out of styrofoam and pipe cleaners. Use poster board, paint, and glitter, to make a spooky Halloween sign or a grave yard in your front lawn. Other fun Halloween activities to look forward to this month include: hayride, haunted hayride, pumpkin picking, haunted houses. You can even make your own spooky house and invite friends over for a scare. If the kids are old enough let them be the actors, you can use strobe lights, and all of your great decorations.
What is your favorite Halloween tradition, costume, snack, and activity? We can't wait to hear from you! HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!
"Ahhh what did you do to me??" - My first Jack-O'-Lantern!
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