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8 Frugal Tips to a Fun Halloween

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Introduction: Happy Frugal Halloween Halloween is one of those holidays where there are lots of opportunities to get creative and create unique crafts, decorations, and costumes. The best part is that you can do all of this on a budget! Halloween is one of those holidays where there are no rules. Follow these 8 Frugal Tips to a Fun Halloween and you'll be sure to impress your friends and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Budget, Cheap Thrills, Family Fun, Frugal Living, Halloween, Halloween Costume Index, Parties

4 DIY Halloween Kid’s Costume Ideas For Crafty, Frugal Moms

4 DIY Halloween Kid’s Costume Ideas For Crafty, Frugal Moms

Halloween season is upon us! I, for one, am excited about starting the annual hunt for perfect costumes.  You can save money this Halloween season by creating your kid's costumes on your own, instead of buying them. This doesn't have to be super involved. I've rounded up four awesome costume ideas that won't take hours of sewing and gluing to pull together. Here you go! 1. Minion Costume With … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family Fun, Frugal Living, Halloween, Halloween Costume Index

Last-Minute Halloween Costume: DIY Witch Hat

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I get it, what with decorating the house and getting your kids' costumes ready, you totally forgot that you had to make one for yourself. Here's a no-sew, last-minute solution to your Halloween costume problem. The classic witch hat is perfect for busy moms. All you need are black clothes, this DIY hat, and a maniacal laugh. A broomstick is optional. Read on for the instructions. What you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Halloween Costume Index

DIY Halloween Costumes Inspired by TV Shows and Movies

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With Halloween barely a week away, do you already know what you're going to wear? Get inspired by these well-loved characters from your favorite TV shows and blockbuster films. You definitely won't see puzzled faces when you wear one of these trending costumes. The best part: you don't need to fork out a lot of money for these outfits. Just raid your closet, borrow something from a friend, and add … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Budget, Frugal Living, Halloween, Halloween Costume Index

Creepy DIY Eyeball Necklace Jar

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Here's another creepy DIY project for Halloween. This gory eyeball necklace jar brings to mind Dr. Frankenstein's laboratory. You can wear it on Halloween to make your costume spookier or give it to a friend for laughs. All you need are steady hands and the following materials. Read on for the step-by-step instructions. What you need: Small jar Necklace chain Cork Clay (white and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Budget, Frugal Living, Halloween

How to Make Halloween Cake Pops

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These super cute cake pops are easy to make and they are also great for trick or treat. Make a Frankenstein, a ghost, a pumpkin, and other popular Halloween symbols with this easy-to-follow recipe. Read on for step-by-step instructions. What you need: Breadcrumbs (made out of sheet cake) Cake pop sticks Canola oil Baking sheet Candy melts (various colors) Instructions: Step … [Read more...]

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DIY Glow in the Dark Pumpkins

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Bring a creative twist to your pumpkin decorations this Halloween with this DIY project. You only need glow in the dark paint, some pumpkins and a bit of artistic skill to make this. Add scary or playful patterns on these luminous pumpkins. Use real or fake pumpkins from a local craft store What you need: Glow in the dark paints Pumpkins Instructions: Design 1. Create a dripping-paint … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Frugal Living, Halloween

DIY Halloween Bat Bunting

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Here's an affordable, no-mess Halloween decor idea that's guaranteed to give your house a creepy look. Even a non-artsy person can make this quick and easy bat garland. Hang them up as buntings or use them as an amazing photo backdrop at a party. If your kids can handle scissors, then they can definitely help make this bat garland. You can draw a bat shape pattern yourself or download a free … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Budget, Frugal Living, Halloween

DIY Cheese Cloth Ghost: A Haunting Halloween Craft

DIY Cheese Cloth Ghost: A Haunting Halloween Craft

Make a ghost host this Halloween made from cheesecloth. These layers of cheesecloth surely create an eerie ambiance to your outdoors. This is a fun project for kids and adults. If you are ready to brig some scare, then read on for instructions. What you need: Styrofoam skull Cheesecloth White fabric Pieces of wood Mod podge Chicken wire First, you need to dig a hole at the bottom … [Read more...]

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Homemade Halloween Punch – Icy Hand and Eye Ball Soup: An Bone-Chilling Refreshment

Homemade Halloween Punch – Icy Hand and Eye Ball Soup: An Bone-Chilling Refreshment

Halloween is just a couple of weeks away. I bet your costumes are ready to scare the hell out of your neighbors. But I have a fun DIY project for you that adds a spooky vibe to your punch. A icy hand and eye balls on your juice makes it more eerie and scary, which is the main goal. If you are ready, then let's begin. What you need: Punch bowl Rubber gloves Bloody red cranberry … [Read more...]

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Homemade Bubblegum Candy Corn: Ready for Tricks or Treats?

Homemade Bubblegum Candy Corn: Ready for Tricks or Treats?

Create something fun and delicious this Halloween and you will surely impress family and friends. Homemade bubblegum candy corn is so soft and a tasty sweet treat that won't take much of your time. Although, you can buy a bag of it from local store, nothing beats the feeling of creating something by your hands. Moreover, it will surely make you a superhero to your kids. What you … [Read more...]

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30 Creative and Fun Halloween Pet Costumes

30 Creative and Fun Halloween Pet Costumes

Is your costume ready for Halloween? But how about your furry pal? Help your pet best friend find the perfect costume. You will not only impress family and friends, but you will be saving a lot by making your own. It would be unfair if you get all the fun while your pet wait for you at home until you come back from a party. Pick one of these amazing DIY Halloween pet costumes and bring along your … [Read more...]

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DIY Halloween Wreath: An Eerie Door Decor

DIY Halloween Wreath: An Eerie Door Decor

One creative and smart way to start the Halloween vibe is to decorate your door with this crafty wreath. Wreath is not only for Christmas or weddings, it is also a beautiful ornament this spooky Halloween. If you cannot wait to begin decorating, then read on for instructions. What you need: 1 and 1/2 yard fabric (4 various prints) Wire wreath or old wire hanger Ornament Cut the 4 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Budget, Halloween

DIY Halloween Glowing Ghost Balloons: Add a Spooky Touch to your Yard

DIY Halloween Glowing Ghost Balloons: Add a Spooky Touch to your Yard

Planning a Halloween party? Decorate your yard with ghost glow balloons to start the eerie mood. With just a few materials, you can add spooky touch to the party without breaking your bank. You can tie it on the porch, balcony or tree. It is also a great way to light up your pathway. If you want to try this DIY, read on for instructions. What you need: White balloons Cheese cloth Glow … [Read more...]

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DIY Halloween Snow Globe: Creepy, Crafty and Fun

DIY Halloween Snow Globe: Creepy, Crafty and Fun

Halloween is coming! To celebrate, we are going to create a lovely snow globe that you can give to someone or an additional scary ornament in your home. Moreover, it is a fun toy for kids. Another great thing is that you can finally use those figurines that you keep around your home. Read on to know how to create one. What you need:  Glass jars Halloween figurines Distilled … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Budget, Halloween, Home Decor

DIY Halloween Lantern: Illuminate the Spooky Night

DIY Halloween Lantern: Illuminate the Spooky Night

Spooky Halloween lantern is a must-have of houses this coming season. This DIY lantern is very easy to make and cost very little. Placing it in your walkway adds an eerie ambiance that will surely scare off your neighbors. If you are ready, then let's begin. What you need: Tall drinking glass Chalk Colored transparent paper Glue, scissors, marker Glue gun, glue sticks Blackboard … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Budget, Halloween, Home Decor

35 DIY Halloween Costumes that Will Make you The Hero

35 DIY Halloween Costumes that Will Make you The Hero

Halloween is the perfect time for scary things - monsters, ghosts and villains. However, it is also the time to be your favorite superheroes and save the day. If you opt to have the coolest costume, it doesn't mean it has to be expensive. Check out these 35 do-it-yourself costumes that will absolutely make you "Hero of the Day". Dumbledore Be one of the most powerful sorcerer that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Budget, Frugal Living, Halloween, Halloween Costume Index

How Much Did You Spend on Halloween?

How Much Did You Spend on Halloween?

Take a moment, grab a calculator and total up your Halloween spending...the costumes, the candy and don't forget the decorations. So...how much did you spend on Halloween? According to a new survey by Retail Me Not, the average family spends $83 on Halloween. The Budget Diet girl is hoping you're not average. If you are average, no worries because I'll show you how to spend less during … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Frugal Living, Halloween, Seasonal

Affordable Halloween Party Ideas

Affordable Halloween Party Ideas

Halloween is one of those holidays that used to be simple and now comes with a cost. The candy isn't a budget buster, but costumes can carry a hefty price tag. Spooky décor, once limited to a few jack-o-lanterns on the stoop and faux cobwebs on bushes, has evolved into an extravaganza on par with Christmas – complete with musical light shows and giant inflatables. And of course there are the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Seasonal

Save Money – Organize a Halloween Costume Swap

Save Money – Organize a Halloween Costume Swap

The Halloween costume routine. You buy a costume (which according to the National Retail Federation costs an average of $27.85). Your child wears it once. The costume goes in the closet. You repeat the process again next year, and the year after and the year after that. You could open a used Halloween costume shop with all those costumes! Here's a fun way to save money on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Halloween, Seasonal

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