It’s Halloween, and you have less than 12 hours until the streets begin to teem with zombies, mummys, witches and fairies, all knocking on your door, asking for tricks or treats. Are you ready? If you are, then congrats, go pour yourself a glass of wine and put your feet up. If not, then read on…we’ve got lots of inspiration to help you get ready before sunset (and your wee ones turn into pumpkins, werewolves, princesses and aliens).
Safety first this year:
Why not re-read our great article on Halloween safety tips with the whole family.
Stay Seen:
With these five fun lights leading the way, keep your kids glowing on Halloween night.
Put sugar highs to good use:
Focus kids on these simple but spooky Halloween crafts.
Make your kid the coolest cat on Halloween:
With these step-by-step face painting ideas from a pro.
Keep warm tonight (and look awesome!):
Check out our Mom’s Trick or Treat outfit tips (there’s always time to shop before you get home!)
Plan ahead:
Take note of these tips from a pediatric dentist on how to have the treats without the tricks.
Still Need to Buy Costumes or Costume Pieces?
If you still need to nip out to get last-minutes pieces (or whole entire costumes) for your kids that can only be store-bought, consult our list of best costume shops across the country before you go.
Perfect carving:
Forget the big-mouthed grins and sloppy faces and try one of these extreme designs instead.
Got a princess, fairy or ballerina on your hands?
Get step-by-step instructions for a cute tutu that won’t cost a bundle of money or time.
They Can Have Their Candy and Carry It Too:
Arm the kidlets with something more snazzy than a plastic bag this year with these easy ideas for do-it-yourself candy carriers.
Forget the witch’s hat:
Instead, opt for one of these awesome DIY costumes for your tot that’ll have the neighbourhood talking.
Indulge them:
With sweet treats that you purchased, or one you made at home (with their help, of course!) before going and they may return without having devoured your (oops, their!) candy.
Are they “AP” for it?
Kids’ (and adults) will get into the halloween spirit playing any one of these 10 Halloween-inspired aps.
Easy Peasy Roasting:
Roasting pumpkin seeds always sounds like a great idea. But how do you actually do it?
Are you inspired yet? We certainly are after writing this. Have a safe and happy Halloween!
