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Ultimate Guide to Halloween

Last Updated : 15 October 2019

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It’s that time of the year again, no not Christmas (we’re not there yet!) I’m talking about Halloween of course. That crazy holiday where frights are all the rage and absolutely everything must have a spooky theme.

There’s plenty of candy to go around, eerie Halloween songs; Thriller anyone? Not to mention the spectacular parade of costumes to be seen whether they be terrifying or hilariously clever you’ll have great fun figuring out what they are.

Well this year we thought we’d offer a helping hand when it comes to choosing costumes for the family, making edible treats and turning your home into ghostly haunted house. We're here to make night easier and loads more fun.

 

Simple Face Paint Ideas

So like me you’re not the craftiest or most artistic person on the planet, so the thought of getting a costumer sorted is your worst nightmare and we haven’t even discussed that you’ll have to get the kids ready as well! Halloween really is frightening.

Not to worry though as here at Voucher Codes Pro we’ve put together some face paint video tutorials on classic costume ideas which will work for both adults and children.

Face paints at the ready...

Skeleton

Let’s start with an oldie but a goodie; one of the most popular costume ideas a skeleton is the way forward if you don’t have a lot of time and artistic skill doesn’t extend past stick figures


 

Witch

Staying along the traditional lines next up we have one with a more feminine touch; feast your eyes on the green faced witch (warts and all).

 

Zombie

With most cities and towns opting to put on some kind of zombie walk this is one you should definitely add to you repertoire especially since you just have to rip up some clothing and add some fake blood to make this costume complete.

 

Pirate

Another one that is stress free to put together is a pirate; simply add an eye patch, bandana and a stripy top and you’re ready to hit the open water plus this one works for both boys and girls.

 

Spiderman

This Spiderman face paint is a little trickier but if you’ve got someone in your family who is superhero mad then you’ll should probably get practising this one as you’ll most likely be asked for it over and over again no matter what the occasion.

 

Ripped Face Zombie

If you want something a bit more complicated without having to put in too much extra effort then this ripped cheek zombie is the one for you. You’re bound to give friends a fright with this gruesome smile.

 

Wide Mouth Zombie

Another one that is bound to give kids nightmares, but if you’re off to an adult only Halloween party or your children aren’t scared easily then this one may be right up your street. This one even gives us the creeps! Yuck.

For more fancy dress ideas why not check out our 50 Awesome Halloween Costume Ideas.

  

Decorations

Now that you’ve dressed yourself and the kids it’s time to give the house a makeover and the best part is you can get the whole family involved. Your little helpers will love the extra family time and they can proudly show off their handy work when the party starts.

Spooky Halloween Lights

Give your home a ghoulish glow with these ghostly hanging lights; we love this idea as it’s cheap to do and fun to make plus drawing the faces with keep the kids entertained for a while whilst you handle the bits that require more finesse.

Supplies needed

A string of LED lights

Plastic white drinking cups

Black Sharpie

Start by drawing ghost faces on to the upside down plastic cups (or get the kids to do it) and pierce a small whole in the bottom of the cup.

Then thread the lights through the hole using either blu-tack or tape to secure in place if needed and it’s as simple as that.

Perfect for hanging the in the window, on the edges of tables or across a fireplace.

Hanging Decorations

These scary cut outs will be the perfect accompaniment to the Halloween lights you just made and they are so easy to make its child’s play. Speaking of children; yours will love getting messy with the PVA glue and glitter!

Supplies needed

Scissors and mat

Templates

Black card

PVA glue

Black glitter

String/ribbon

Using the templates cut around your chosen shape on the black card, follow that by piercing a small hole in the top and attaching your string or ribbon.

Then it’s the fun part; cover the card in PVA glue and glitter. Now it’s just a case of waiting for them to dry and hanging them around your house.

Here are the templates you will need to make your home spooktastic:

Bat

Skull

Spider

Witch

Glowing Halloween Light Jars

We’ve all got spare jars cluttering up cupboard space so why not put them to good use in a way that the kids will really enjoy. These look really impressive once they’re complete making this crafty idea perfect for adding a little ghoulish amusement to your party.

Supplies needed

Scissors/craft knife and mat

LED Candles

Jam Jars

Tissue Paper

Bandages

PVA glue

Googly

Black card

Cover the jam jars in PVA glue and then wrap either the tissue paper or the bandages around them.

Then you can choose to add the eyes or your carefully cut out black designs and leave to dry.

Pop in the LED candle and place around your home for an eerie light source, we think these look fab lined up on a window as then the treat or treaters can see them too. 

Sweet Treats

If you’re having guests over this Halloween then why not add an element of fun to your edibles with some macabre themed food.

White Chocolate Marshmallow Ghosts

This is another one that little ones can give you a hand making just watch that they don't eat all the marshmallows before you've even mananged to melt the chocolate!

Supplies needed

Cocktail sticks

White marshmallows

White chocolate

Black food colouring gel

Pumpkin

Start by melting your white chocolate in the microwave or in a bowl over a saucepan of boiling water until the chocolate is soft and runny.

Then use the cocktail to skewer the marshmallows and dunk them into the white chocolate. Use the other end of the cocktail stick to pop them into the top of the pumpkin.

Once dry you can decorate them by adding little black dots for eyes with the black food colouring.

An ideal last minute treat that kids and grown-ups will love to sink their teeth into.

Stick with us for more devilish ideas to make your Halloween one your family and friends will never forget!