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Best Costume: One-eyed, one-horned, flying purple people eater

Guest post by author and editor Danielle Ackley-McPhail

One year I was a one-eyed, one-horned, flying purple people eater. I created the costume myself without a pattern for any of the elements. It was a one-piece jumpsuit I had to climb in from the inseam, with leather soles sown into the feet. The mask, horn, and claws were [...]

How to Make a Monster Mask

Guest post by prosthetics and special effects make-up artist, Nik Walls

Creation process of a full-head monster prosthetic:

1) Lifecasting of model using medical grade alginate and strengthening plaster bandages.

 

 2) The working positive mould in coloured fibreglass for sculpting the prosthetic piece.

 3) The sculpt in [...]

Best Costume: PBJ Sandwich

Guest post by author and syndicated columnist Marni Jameson

“Ready, Aim, Fire! – With a Glue Gun, You, Too, Can Be a Domestic Superhero”

The gun is on the table. It’s hot and smoldering. People in my house are anxious, but know better than to stand between me and my glue gun. I pull the trigger [...]

Vampire Costume Ideas

In 1897, Irish writer Bram Stoker created the fictional Count Dracula from legends of the real Dracula, Vald the Impaler of Transylvania, Romania. Since then, the vampire has become a classic Halloween character and, today, a thriving entertainment institution. From the “Twilight Saga,” to “Vampire Diaries,” to “True Blood,” vampires have re-captivated our imaginations. And [...]

Cheap Costume Ideas and Halloween Deals

Just because the economy has been, well, scary this year, doesn’t mean it should stop you from being scary this Halloween. With some creativity and smart shopping, you can create a Halloween costume that will allow you to party on and pocket the savings. Here are some cheap costume ideas and Halloween deals to give [...]

Halloween Party Theme: Famous Couples Costumes

If you can’t party like a rock star on Halloween, then when can you? A famous couples party theme gives your guests lots of costume options, from the fictional to the historical. Keep in mind that a couples party doesn’t mean date party. Anyone can make a famous couples costume. The couple doesn’t have to have a [...]

Best Theme Party Idea: Eat, Drink and Be Scary

When it comes to Halloween parties, anything goes! It can be silly, creepy, lavish or budget-driven, and involve only your close friends or the whole town. Hopefully the themed party series we’ve been doing will help you put together your own killer bash.  Today’s Halloween party theme is “Eat, Drink and Be Scary,” so ask [...]

That 70s Halloween Party

A 70s-themed Halloween party – can you dig it? I know I can! Here’s how you and your guests can boogie on down:

The 70s Look for Girls
I think of two things when I think of the 70s – disco and Farrah Fawcett. Ladies, check out these makeup and hair tutorials I found on YouTube. They [...]

Halloween Party Decorations to Die For

When it comes to hosting a great Halloween party, decorations are key. This year, you can decorate your home for the ultimate Halloween bash, and you don’t have to spend a fortune doing it. Make your party one that your guests will never forget with these ideas:

Black Light Halloween Decorations

*It’s all about black lights. [...]

Building Anticipation for your Halloween Party

Planning a Halloween party can be a lot of fun, but how do you ensure that your guests are as excited as you are about the evening’s festivities? Here are some ideas to build antici…

-pation for your Halloween party:

Photo courtesy of Dale B.

Have a pumpkin carving pre-party. Depending on what works best with your plans, [...]