At a kid's Halloween party once, I participated in a cool game that would make a great addition to any party, kids or adults. It's goofy enough to get in some good laughs, and kids will go wild with fun! I call it Ghost Hunting, and it involves you, a ghost, and some stomping. It’s just you and your ghostly ally…. against the WORLD!! For best results, have at least five players. The more the merrier!
Here is what you need:
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It's easy to make fog just by dropping dry ice in warm water. The problem is that dry ice is so cold, it actually starts to freeze the water around it, which squelches the fog effect pretty quickly. So how do you keep the water warm for hours? A slow cooker, of course!
First, fill your cooker about halfway with water and turn it on high.
Next, break up your dry ice into manageable chunks. You can get this stuff at your ...
When planning a Halloween party for adults, having super decorations can definitely make a lasting impression. Sure, there are lots of ready-made items you can use to adorn your party space. However, some hand-made items not only add a unique and inexpensive touch to your party, they can be personalized as well. Your guests will rave about these homemade touches you can make in no time:
Tombstones – A Little Effort Goes a Long Way
Among the most ...
Halloween is a time for giggles and guffaws. A time for kids and former kids to join together in fun appreciation of the autumnal season. With this in mind, here are some easy games for kids both young and old alike.
Word Search
Universally regarded as one of the most fun puzzles around, word search puzzles are now easy to create on your own. There are a number of educational sites like http://puzzlemaker.discoveryeducation.com that allow you to ...
Some people in this world can make a gorgeous Halloween decoration for any occasion out of a bowl of grits and twist tie. Well, ok, not grits, but you get the point. Me? Nope, I’m not one of them. Notice the title of this section? I have to think about what I want to do and plan well in advance . . . unlessssssss I decide to throw together a last minute gig!
I hope to make a few suggestions ...
Everyone loves a scary movie, and Hollywood has brought us plenty of them. From the Werewolf to demonic possession to creatures that creep in the deep or come from outer space, movies have helped shape what we think of as horror. Hosting a Halloween movie-themed party celebrates the monsters that keep us on the edge of our seats, year after year. So grab your cape and walk this way to get started on creating what’s sure to be the ...
WARNING! You May Not Be Able to Go Back to Scrabble!
Sure, you can play Toss the Body Part or Bobbing For Apples or, heck, even Boo-opoly at your Halloween party, but what if you have some geeks ("Urr, we prefer to be called gamers, thank you") staring at you from beyond the half-empty bowl of cheesy Monster Fingers? We're not talking about nerds, those shadowy computer techies who constantly ...
Over twenty years later, we may no longer have to fight for our right to par-taaay, but that doesn't mean we should stop. Throwing an 80's Theme Party is a fun way to be nostalgic, whether it was for your teen years or your childhood. Yes, mullets and shoulder pads were terrible, but they make for easy to find and fun to put together costumes. If you want to throw a tubular 80's party, keep reading for great tips ...
A Widow's Ball is the ultimate, gothic-themed night. Don your black and lace attire and get ready for a Halloween dinner party to remember. All the elements that go into planning a successful Widow's Ball are the same as a regular dinner party, just darker, spookier, and much creepier. To learn how to throw a memorable Widow's Ball event this Halloween, keep reading for great tips on invitations, decorations, and menu and gothic costume ideas.
A Gothic Theme ...
Invoke the glamor of early Hollywood films or simply the stunning graphic effect of a room filled with only black and white, and host a Black & White Ball! Great as a fundraiser or a memorable social event, the premise of a Black & White Ball is that guests are requested to only wear black and white.
One of the most infamous Black & White Balls was hosted by author Truman Capote in 1966. Held at The Plaza Hotel in ...
Create a night inspired by the tragic tale that is The Phantom of the Opera. It's one steeped in gothic design, love, tragedy, and terror – making it a perfect party theme for a haunting evening. This article has great tips on how to plan, prepare, and host a memorable Phantom of the Opera Masquerade Ball. Keep reading for great tips on everything from striking invitations to dark decorations.
Invoking The Phantom - Your Party Invitations
Set the mood for ...
Argh, matey, so ye' want to throw a pirate party, eh? Well then, everything you want to know is right here. Whether you're celebrating Talk Like a Pirate Day (Sep 19), hosting a pirate-themed Halloween party, or throwing a pirate's birthday bash, we'll cover it all! Keep reading for tips on pirate invitations, decorations, costumes, and menus.
Pirate Invitations
Start incorporating your pirate theme right from the very beginning – with your invitations. You can make great invitations ...
Present a Professional, Stylish Buffet Table Your Guests Will Flock To
You've made a list of ghoulish goodies you want to make, grabbed Halloween decorations
to use on the table, and set it all up. You stand back smiling at your handywork,
thinking the table will look great. Then you see it finished. Suddenly, it hits
you. Your food and decorations just don't look like the cool presentations you see
in magazines and on tv.
Your decorations look mountainous, while the dishes look squatty ...
In many neighborhoods around the country, people don't know their neighbors or are new and looking for ways to meet them. I don't think anyone would disagree that knowing your neighbors is a good thing, especially if you have kids or for everyone's general safety. In our hustle and bustle world, it's getting harder to get to know your neighbors with all the crazy work schedules and children's extra curicular activities, not to mention both spouses working. Where is the ...
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