Halloween Roundup: Save on Candy, Costumes and Decor

If the cost of Halloween costumes, candies and decor frighten you, don’t fear; the following ideas can help you simplify this ghoulish season without spending an arm and a leg.

Costumes

DIY
You don’t have to be an expert seamstress to make great Halloween costumes. When your kiddos are little, it’s especially easy to go the DIY route since they’re fairly easy to please. In addition to fabric stores, look to the Domestic Queen for ideas for a creative costume.

Shop Early for Savings
Everyone knows the best deals on Halloween costumes happen after Oct. 31, but what good does that do you right now? Thankfully, some stores offer discounts on costumes before the holiday, when it’s actually helpful. For example, you can get a coupon code at FreeShipping.org for 30-percent off costume orders from the The Children’s Place.

10 Traditions to Fall For!

Fall Family Traditions

Autumn Family Traditions

Ah, fall! Hopefully it means a break from oppressive summer heat, and it definitely means fun times are ahead. Fall might find us grabbing my mom and heading to a local pumpkin patch. Another weekend we might be sampling banana-flavored milk at our nearby dairy farm. Below are 10 ideas for fall traditions to start with your own family. Pick and choose a few each year … or try to sneak them all in!

Halloween Party Ideas

Halloween Party Ideas

Planning a Halloween Party for Kids

by Lisa Greene

Halloween is probably my favorite holiday. I just love seeing the kids in their costumes and planning a fun, safe party the kids will remember! What kid wouldn’t want to invite their friends over for some pre- trick-or-treating fun! Here are some fun ideas to plan your Halloween party.