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Halloween Fun with Tiny Goblins
Halloween is right around the corner and can be a lot of fun for children, parents, and grandparents. But remember, it can also be scary to very little ones! Here are a few tips to keep in mind when planning your October celebrati...
Pregnant and Spooky: Pregnancy Halloween Costumes
Many Halloween costumes for pregnant women involve painting the belly as the main focus. This is simple and cheap to do at home with some body or face paint and a steady hand, most likely someone else's. Sports. One of the most ...
Easy to Make Toddler Halloween Costumes
Toddlers are excited about Halloween. What could be better than dressing up in a costume? Getting candy for your trouble! However, toddlers are also developing some strong likes and dislikes so always give them a choice between tw...
Baby Halloween Costumes That You Can Make
What could be cuter than your adorable baby? Your adorable baby in a Halloween costume! Baby's first Halloween won't be so much focused on the candy and treats as it will on showing off. Since babies are unpredictable creatures, ...
Halloween Safety Tips for Parents
It’s that time of year again to go trick-or-treating. Trick-or-treating can be an exciting and fun way for children to spend the evening on Halloween, but that also means to keep your child safe going from house to house. If you t...
Halloween Costume Ideas for Babies and Toddlers
Looking for a Halloween costume for your tot this year? No need to look at the store -- we have some ideas for you! For babies and toddlers, it can be difficult finding a costume – it has to fit properly (especially for those who...
Halloween Traditions for the Less Spooky Family
Our family has pretty much stopped trick or treating. We live in a rural area, so most streets have no street lights and homes are on large lots and tend to be spread out quite a bit. While I am not against it altogether, my husba...
Freaky Frugal Halloween
Retailers love Halloween. Kids love Halloween, but what about parents? With early preparation and frugal shopping, Halloween can be a relaxing holiday and a wonderful opportunity for families to spend quality time together. An on...
Halloween Costume Ideas for Couples
Finding couples Halloween Costumes has always been a challenge! Over the last few years I have seen many different ones at Halloween parties. To give you a few ideas I have about 80 here: Nurse & Doctor Pregnant nun and priest Son...
Halloween Fun and Games
Play these friendly Halloween games during classroom celebrations, parties or family get togethers. Involve both the kids and the adults for a howling good time! Guess How Many: Fill a jar with candy corn and have guests guess how...
Jack O' Lantern Carving 101
Before you can begin to carve your design, you must prepare the pumpkin by removing the seeds and thinning the inner walls (save the seeds to make roasted pumpkin seeds, a wholesome snack). Depending on the complexity of your desi...
The History & Legends of Trick or Treating
The story behind trick or treating dates back to the earliest times, when people wore masks when droughts or diseases or other disasters struck. They believed that the hideous masks could frighten off the demons who brought about ...
Halloween Safety Tips
Cross only at corners when trick or treating. Never cross between parked cars. Walk facing the oncoming traffic if there is no sidewalk. Always remove masks before crossing streets. Carry a flashlight. Be aware of cars that may be...
Autumn Bread
2/3 cup shortening 3 cups sugar 4 eggs, well beaten 1 1/4 cups cooked pumpkin 2/3 cup water3 1/2 cups flour 1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cloves 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 2 teaspoons baking...
Cranberry Pumpkin Bread
2 eggs, beaten slightly2 cups sugar 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 cup cooked pumpkin 2 1/4 cups flour 1 cup chopped cranberries 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine...
Preserving Your Pumpkin Harvest
By the middle of September you already have a pretty good idea which pumpkin is going to be your prize winner this year. The big one with the round smooth face will make a perfect jack-o- lantern come October, as will the tall ski...
Goofy Spooks Halloween Cake
You don't have to be a master chef to create a fun and festive Halloween cake that your kids will love. Try this easy recipe for success! Cake decorations: 1 box chocolate cake mix (ingredients needed will vary per brand, usually ...