A Week's Worth of Simple Halloween Crafts

by Michele Cheplic | More from this Blogger

26 Oct 2008 07:12 PM

This is it; the countdown to Halloween is on. You now have less than a week to get your house is prime shape for trick-or-treaters. If your home looks more barren than Boo-some, more flat than festive or more hapless than haunted, then you've come to the right place. This blog provides detailed instructions on a variety of simple Halloween crafts that you can make to welcome all the little ghosts and goblins that will be ringing your doorbell Friday night.

Take a look:

October 20th---Halloween Crafts: Spooky Scarecrows and Creepy Candy Creatures. Let your creative juices flow making these simple crafts that are sure to draw raves from trick-or-treaters. Both are simple enough for kids to make, though adult supervision is required since the crafts require the use of a hot glue gun.

October 21st---Unique Pumpkin Decorating Ideas. This could be the most affordable pumpkin decorating idea ever. No need to spend a cent on new materials; rather you use junk from around your home to create one-of-a-kind jack-o'-lanterns.

October 22nd---Limited Mess Pumpkin Decorating Ideas for Kids. This blog provides a complete rundown on some incredibly creative ways to decorate pumpkins and gourds. What's more, each craft allows kids to let their imagination take over. The results will amaze you.

October 23rd---Simple Crafts to Add to Your Halloween Buffet Table. Devilishly tasty dishes are only part of a festive Halloween buffet table. To make your spread look even more inviting consider making some of these creative pieces that are sure to have your costumed guests moaning with delight

October 24th---Making Gorgeous Gourds. If you are pinching pennies this Halloween, but you still want to add some festive touches around your home then forgo purchasing larger, more expensive pumpkins and opt to buy several gourds or miniature pumpkins. Then, read this blog to find out how you can turn your gourds into fabulously festive decorations.

October 25th---Kid-Friendly Halloween Decorations Using Acorn Squash. Who knew you could make a litter of kittens from a few acorn squash? It's easier than you might think. Just follow the directions in this blog to find out how.

Learn more about Michele Cheplic

Michele Cheplic was born and raised in Hilo, Hawaii, but now lives in Wisconsin. Michele graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Journalism.

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