Ask my kids and they’ll tell you I’m a pretty pathetic pumpkin carver. Or I was, until I discovered free stencils to guide me to the gory. And I watched this video to teach me the basics, like how to keep my pumpkin top from falling inside.Pick up a nifty Halloween tool set … [Read more...] about Free pumpkin stencils for creative Halloween carving
Halloween
4 fun, cheap Halloween alternatives
Halloween can be a fun time for children and adults to dress up, stock up on candy and celebrate fall. Some families prefer to forgo trick-or-treating in favor of other activities. Some neighborhoods aren’t pedestrian-friendly, and some families prefer to take the focus off the spooky and scary … [Read more...] about 4 fun, cheap Halloween alternatives
8 ways to save on Halloween candy
Ding-dong! It’s time to start building your stockpile of candy for the annual parade of trick-or-treaters Oct. 31. It’s estimated Americans spend approximately $1o billion (!) on candy every year for Halloween.Of course, bargain boogeymen can be frightened by the high prices on candy this time … [Read more...] about 8 ways to save on Halloween candy
4 easy and cheap Halloween decorations
The Halloween season is upon us, making it the perfect time to get started on ghoulishly good crafts and cheap Halloween decorations. Gather some items from around the house, stop at a craft store with a coupon for the rest, and you can make your house spooky on the cheap or dress up your … [Read more...] about 4 easy and cheap Halloween decorations
Register now for Lowe’s Spooky Trick-or-Treat Event Oct. 28
Of course, treats are better than tricks! For many little monsters, superheroes and princesses, the whole goal of Halloween is to get as much candy as possible.And Lowe's is adding to the candy haul (and fall fun!) with its family friendly Spooky Trick-or-Treat Event on Oct. 28, … [Read more...] about Register now for Lowe’s Spooky Trick-or-Treat Event Oct. 28
Make a scarecrow from items you have at home
For fall decorating, you could purchase a ready-made scarecrow-on-a-stick from a craft store. Or, you can make your own one-of-a-kind scarecrow mostly using materials you have at home.Here’s what you’ll need Safety pins and/or various lengths of ropeBurlap sack or pillowcase for … [Read more...] about Make a scarecrow from items you have at home
7 ways to get discounts on haunted houses
In some cities, haunted houses are a rite of passage, but the cost of being spooked can be quite frightening. Fear not. The prospect of finding an affordable haunt may not be as grave as you think.Here are some tips that may keep you from being buried —in debt, that is:Go during the … [Read more...] about 7 ways to get discounts on haunted houses
Free doughnut at Krispy Kreme on Halloween
Grab your goblins and ghouls and head to Krispy sKreme this Halloween season. They've got a special limited edition Halloween themed dozen that will be the perfect complement to any Halloween party you throw or attend, and they have a couple of doughnut deals this month! Keep reading for … [Read more...] about Free doughnut at Krispy Kreme on Halloween
What not to wear, Halloween edition
Halloween is the most creative holiday, as it makes you put on your thinking cap to develop a great, eye-catching costume every year. Let's face it: ugly sweater contests in December just don't compare.So although October is a scary month from that angle alone, you don't have to be … [Read more...] about What not to wear, Halloween edition