Best Halloween Tips

Halloween Pumpkin Painting Guide

2014-10-11T09:43:00.005-07:00

With each yearly visit to the pumpkin patch, many people often wonder how to make the most of the prize pumpkin that was chosen by a child.

Why don't you try something new this year? Pumpkin Painting is the perfect solution to a creative dilemma!

Just forget about the messy ideas of carving a pumpkin if it seems to hard and try pumpkin painting this year.

Painting silly, goofy or scary faces or other designs can be fun yet simple activity for children and adults as well.

The best thing about it is that preschool children can participate in creating their own designs for their pumpkins. You certainly can't say that about carving pumpkins!

The easiest design to paint on a pumpkin is a traditional jack-o-lantern face. But there are some other ideas and designs such as:

- goblins

- spiders

- ghosts

- witches

- silly or goofy faces

- favorite cartoon characters

- fall leaves

- scarecrow

- princess

- turkey

- cats

Painting pumpkins is a very economical craft because most of the supplies are already available :

- washable markers

- acrylic craft paints

- newspaper

- spray sealer

- accessories such as raffia, jewelry, hats, etc.

I'm sure you all have got some of these at your home.

Before beginning, decide what design you are going to paint and trace that design onto a clean pumpkin. You can freehand the design or select one of the many designs in the ultimate e-guide for pumpkin painting, Easy Pumpkin Painting.

Once you or your child have painted your first pumpkin (you'll be addicted to it), chances are you’ll want to paint an entire pumpkin family to proudly display at your home. Pumpkin Painting is an annual family tradition at our house. We hope it will be at yours as well.

Easy Pumpkin Painting is a guide that contains step-by-step instructions and color photographs of exactly how to paint the best Halloween pumpkins. It also contains templates that you can use to paint your first pumpkin in about an hour! Easy Pumpkin Painting makes painting pumpkins so Easy!

I hope you'll try it and enjoy this experience with your kids.

Here are some pictures to help give you some simple ideas and help you get started with your pumpkin painting endeavors.

Good Luck :)

Cute Toddler Bunny Costumes

2014-10-08T03:30:00.002-07:00

A very cute costume idea for infants would be a toddler bunny costume. Who wouldn't love a cute fuzzy bunny. Add this to an adorable little toddler and you've got yourself a bundle of adorable cuteness that nobody can resist. Just try this idea and you'll see.

If you like any of these ideas, just click on the image to check out the price.

Baby Pink Bunny Costume

Cuddly Bunny Baby Costume

Little Bunny Baby Costume

Baby Bunny Costume

Baby Blue Bunny Costume

Bunny Baby Costume

Little Bunny Baby Costume

Baby Vanilla Bunny Costume

Baby Bugs Bunny Costume

Baby Rabbit Costume

Plush Bunny Costume

I'm sure you'll find something interesting in this cute collection of costumes.

Pregnant & Maternity Halloween Costumes

2014-10-08T03:13:00.002-07:00

Are you pregnant or expecting a baby? Do you want to have fun this Halloween and you're looking for some nice ideas for Maternity Halloween costumes?
Check out this collection to find something you might like.

Mommy To Be Angel Costume

Maternity Fairy Costume

Maternity Devil Lady Costume

Mommy To Be Witch Costume

Mommy To Be Pirate Queen - Maternity Costumes

Mommy To Be Ragdoll

Adult Bun in the Oven Costume

Tooth Fairy Halloween Costume

2014-09-16T08:18:00.001-07:00

With Halloween just around the corner, I'm sure you are all looking for cute Halloween costumes for your precious ones or for you. A great choice will be the tooth fairy Halloween costumes. Also maybe you're just looking for a tooth fairy costume because your child is changing his teeth. I've tried to collect different available tooth fairy costumes, so take a look maybe you'll find something that will catch your eyes and save you lots of time spent searching.

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DIY Tooth Fairy Halloween Costume Ideas
A great thing about tooth fairies is that they really don't have a fixed look. If you don't find something you like you can always improvise and make your own costume. You can choose to make it scary or nice, it's all up to you. Don't forget to add some kind of bag to your costume for collecting teeth.
Here are some links that have a couple of nice ideas: DIY Costumes for kids, DIY costumes for adults.

And this pillow can be used on your DIY costume if you like to paste or sew this cute tooth on your homemade tooth fairy costume.

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Dog Halloween Costumes

2010-10-14T15:55:00.000-07:00

Dogs are man's best friend. I think its a great idea to treat your little friend to a Halloween costume. It will be so adorable and you'll have great pictures to show for years to come.
Check out our selected collection and pick one you like for your beloved dog. Don't forget to check the link at the end of the post for more dog Halloween costumes.

Check out the collection below and click on the one you like to know it's price.

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Pumpkin Carving Patterns

2010-10-13T07:07:00.000-07:00

A very important thing is to choose your pattern before even buying your pumpkin so here are a few free patterns you can download. The files are hosted on OpenDrive

Click on the file name to download it for FREE, also feel free to pass it along to your friends if you like it.

pumpkin stencils.pdf

Also there are more advanced patterns you can buy and if you want tips on how to carve your pumpkin using patterns check out our post Pumpkin Carving Tips for a step by step tutorial on how to carve your pumpkin.

Here are some sites that offer more free pumpkin carving patterns:

Pumpkin Stencil Maker

Kim's free pumpkin carving patterns

Halloween Pumpkin Carving Patterns

Pumpkin Carving Templates

Pumpkin Stencils Free Jack 'o Lantern Patterns

Disney Character Pumpkin Carving Templates

I hope this article helps you to choose a nice pattern check out my other detailed post on how to choose the perfect pumpkin.

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Lady Gaga Halloween Costumes

2010-10-11T05:39:00.000-07:00

If you're looking for some sexy and great Lady Gaga costumes this Halloween, then you've come to the right place check out this selected collection. Also you can match with the available accessories, wigs and shoes.

Lady Gaga Black Sequin Dress Costume

Lady Gaga Silver Sequin Dress

Lady Gaga VMA White Performance Costume

Lady Gaga Star Dress

Tuxedo Lady Gaga Costume

Lady Gaga Blue Swimsuit Costume

2011 Grammy Lady Gaga Costume

Lightning Rocker Sexy Costume

Lady Gaga Red Headscarf

Lady Gaga Bow Clip

Lady Gaga Curly Blonde Wig

Lady Gaga Straight Wig with Bang

Lady Gaga Blonde/Yellow Wig

Lady Gaga Sunglasses

Toddler Girls Halloween Costumes

2010-10-08T15:32:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for great Halloween costumes for your toddler girl then, check out this collection I've made for you for the most loved characters and themes, also if you don't like what you find here there are much more costumes make sure you visit the links at the end of this post. Also available accessories, shoes, party supplies and much more. Have fun.

Toddler Asian Princess

Toddler Butterfly Princess Costume

Butterfly Fairy Princess Costume

Girls Butterfly Princess Toddler

Frozen Elsa Costume

Frozen Anna Costume

Frozen's Anna Coronation Gown

Wizard of Oz Toddler Tin Girl

Pirate Fairy Tinker Bell Deluxe Costume

Girls Kitty Barbie Costume

Barbie Mariposa Deluxe Costume

Deluxe Toddler Cinderella Costume

Cinderella Toddler Costume

Sofia the First Deluxe Costume

Minnie Mouse Pink Toddler

The Wizard of Oz Dorothy Tutu Girls Costume

Berry Sweet Strawberry Shortcake Costume

Baby and Toddler Batgirl Costume

Toddler Izzy Deluxe Costume

Toddler Batarina Costume

Toddler Sea Sweatie Sailor Costume

Toddler Little Ladybug Costume

Candy Land Girls Costume

Toddler Pink Punk Pirate Costume

Toddler Red Devil Costume

Wonder Woman Toddler Costume

Minnie Mouse Baby Costume

Toddler Sailorette Sailor Costume

Girls Disney Ballerina Aurora Costume

Child Springtime Fairy Costume

Honey Bumble Bee Toddler Costume

My Little Pony - Star Song Toddler Costume

Fairytale Witch Toddler Costume

Girls Rose Princess Costume

Disney Frozen Costumes

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Maleficent Costumes

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2010-09-29T13:03:00.000-07:00

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Lighting Your Pumpkin

2010-09-27T14:19:00.000-07:00

There are several ways to light your pumpkin some are traditional and some are modern. Here are a few tips for lighting up your jack-o'-lantern this Halloween :

Candles

Candles are the old and traditional way of illuminating Jack O' Lanterns. When using a candle, cut a hole on the upper, back part of the pumpkin. The hole will work as a chimney by allowing the candle's heat to escape. Regular Votive candles, placed in clear glass candle holders are safer, brighter and will last a lot longer than exposed candles. If you use candles to light your pumpkins, remember to never leave a lit candle unsupervised. Never use a lit candle in an artificial pumpkin.

If you create an opening from the bottom of the pumpkin instead of the top, attach the light source to the bottom lid and place the pumpkin over it. Try drilling a hole to secure the candle. This provides a little more stability, safety and balances the flickering effect. Create the smell of Halloween spice. Just sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg and pumpkin spice on the bottom of the pumpkin lid. Once the pumpkin is lit, it will create a wonderful seasonal scent.

Pumpkin Lights A Modern Way To Light Your Pumpkins
For a multicolor display, use a battery-operated light with LED bulbs. If you want the traditional looks of a flickering candle, but not the hazard of a real flame, these lights are for you! There is also the "Amazing Rainbow Pumpkin Light". It gives a really cool special effect where the light emitted changes between seven different colors.

While old-style battery operated lights simply flashed on and off and didn't seem to last more than a couple of hours, these lights will run over 72 Hours on one set of AAA batteries, or they can be powered by an optional AC adapter. This light is suitable for any size pumpkin it will fit in

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Glow Sticks
Another option for illuminating your pumpkins is to use one or more glow sticks placed inside the pumpkin. This is probably the safest way to light a Jack O' Lantern, most glow sticks you find for sale in stores are not very bright. There are high intensity glow sticks, but they don't produce light as long and are expensive. If you do use this method you'll want to place your Jack O' Lantern in a very dark area, so that you can see the light being emitted from the glow stick.

Halloween Safety
Never, use an AC powered device to light your pumpkin. Its just too dangerous, particularly with so many safe lighting options available. Remember, any fire, no matter how small or protected has the potential for becoming a large and potentially disastrous one. Fire safety should always be the number one priority. Never leave a lit candle unsupervised. Never leave children unattended with a lit pumpkin, candles or other source of fire.
Have one or more fire extinguishers readily available and see that everyone in your household knows how to use them. Make sure your home has plenty of smoke detectors, that they are properly installed and they all have fresh batteries.

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Halloween Photography

2010-09-27T12:32:00.000-07:00

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You sure would love to take Halloween pictures to remember those great moments. You will want to take pictures especially if you have kids. Most of Halloween pictures are taken at night, this makes it quite tricky. In this post I have a few tips to help you take spectacular photos this Halloween.

Halloween Scenes

When taking pictures of Halloween lights or lighted decorations, be sure to hold the camera very steady or use a tripod to avoid any movement. For most pictures you will want to turn off the flash. If you are using a digital camera, set the ISO to 200 or 400. For regular cameras use a high speed film such as ASA 400 . Experiment before Halloween to figure out the best setting for your camera.

People Pictures

Make sure to select the best white balance setting for your camera based on the light source. Make your subjects stand (or sit) so they are illuminated by a light source from in front, not from behind of them. Back-lit people don't come out very well in pictures. If you do use the flash make sure you are within its effective range, typically between six to twelve feet, depending on your camera.

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Jack O' Lanterns
You will want to capture the glow of the candles from within the pumpkin, but still be able to see the carved outside of the pumpkin itself. The light used to illuminate the outside of the pumpkin and that of the candles inside is actually a delicate balance. To help avoid the light inside the pumpkin from being to faint, we use two or even three candles inside the pumpkin according to it's size. If you use a flash, you'll over light the outside of the pumpkin and drown the light from the candles inside. So you need to turn off your flash, you don't want it. Take your pictures around dusk, before it becomes completely dark. Be sure to use a fast high quality film, ISO 400 or faster is best. Wait until dark, illuminate the outside of the pumpkin with indirect artificial light such as a lamp and light the candle(s) inside the pumpkin.

Pumpkin Preservation

2010-09-26T09:36:00.000-07:00

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Sure you want to preserve your master piece for as long as you can. After you have finished carving it follow these tips to make it last as long as you can. Depending on your local weather conditions during October, an un-treated, carved pumpkin can have a life span any were of from a week to only a day. If your pumpkin wrinkles it's because it has lost it's moisture.
If you have other tips, please post a comment and tell us about it.

Soak the pumpkin in water for a couple of minutes with a bit of bleach added. Put one teaspoon bleach per gallon of water.This will help stop mold growth. Let it drain and then dry it carefully.
If your pumpkin molds, there is really nothing you can do so you only can try to preserve it and make it last longer before molding. You will get molds sooner in moist environments so try to keep it in a dry place as much as possible.
Sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg on the underside of the pumpkin top for a nice scent when the candle inside your jack-o'-lantern is lit.
Store the pumpkin in a cool and shaded place during the day. It's better not to cover it to prevent it from turning soft.

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While your pumpkin is on display, mist it with water periodically to help keep it hydrated.
Covering a pumpkin with a damp towel will keep it hydrated when it is not on display.
At night, wrap your pumpkins in plastic and refrigerate. This will slow the aging process.
You can cover the cut edges and inner pumpkin walls with petroleum jelly (like Vaseline) to make it last longer. This will help seal in moisture. Vegetable oil can also be used instead of petroleum jelly.
Believe it or not spraying hairspray on the inside of your pumpkin will help increase its life span.
There are commercially available sprays and dips that will keep your pumpkin fresh longer.
In a warm or dry environment, your pumpkin will start to wrinkle. You can rehydrate it by soaking in water for about 2-4 hours. Let it drain and dry it carefully.

I hope this post is helpful, please do leave your comments.

Choosing The Perfect Pumpkin

2010-09-26T06:21:00.000-07:00

Selecting the perfect pumpkin can be a tough task considering the different shapes, sizes, and colors. So here are some tips to help you choose the right pumpkin to carve.

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When choosing a pumpkin to buy, select a ripe pumpkin (it should be uniformly orange) and avoid ones with bruises, cuts, nicks or moldy stems; these will not last as long.
Select a pumpkin about the size and shape of your design. You have to pick pumpkins according to what you want to carve on them, so you need to choose the shape you'll carve before buying the pumpkin.
Medium sized pumpkins work best for most stencils that you'll make or buy. Select a pumpkin that is large enough and as close to the same shape as the pattern you're going to carve. It should be as smooth as possible, and free of scratches, dents or gouges.
Very large pumpkins can be carved with elaborate designs and used as "center pieces" on your porch or tables. Try carving a giant pumpkin, it is easier to carve than a regular pumpkin.
You can also try to select a lighter-colored, softer pumpkin. These don't last as long, but they are easier to carve.
Choose a pumpkin that is evenly colored and smooth so your design transfers clearly.
Avoid carrying the pumpkin by its stem or else it may fall and break.
For standard carving without a stencil, decide if it should be tall and narrow, or more rounded, based on your ideas.
Look for a pumpkin that is flat from the bottom so it is stable when carved and sits upright.
If your pumpkin stem breaks-off you can use toothpicks as a basic patch.
Take care not to bruise your pumpkin during transport or storage, as this will shorten it's life-span.
If you find your perfect pumpkin but it's missing it's stem, Don't worry! You can still use it! Just carve the bottom out for the opening the same way you would do the top.

Pumpkin Carving Videos

2010-09-26T04:05:00.001-07:00

I found several great pumpkin carving videos which show in detail how to carve a great pumpkin.

The first pumpkin carving video shows that you don't need to buy fancy carving kits if you don't need them the fork works fine, also personally I would use a smaller thinner knife. Though a carving kit would make the job easier.

The second pumpkin carving video is a cool one and has 3 tips on how to carve your pumpkin easily and quickly using a very cheap tool (1$) safely and easily even kids can do it. A different way for carving is to place the opening at the bottom instead of on top which is more easy. The video also shows you how to increase the pumpkin life and prevent mold using lemon juice.

This third pumpkin carving video is a bit quick you will need to pause it a lot and maybe mute it but it explains how to make carving easier using a poker.

This last pumpkin carving video is my favorite its so well structured and it covers all the stencil carving details. Don't miss this one its the best. Make sure to watch it.

Enjoy and have a happy pumpkin carving time.

Halloween Music

2010-09-22T10:19:00.001-07:00

There's nothing better than some spooky Halloween music to spook out the atmosphere for your Halloween parties. You'll find here a collection of free Halloween sounds to spook everyone out.
Just download these on your computer, and bring Halloween alive, right in your room. You can also use them to startle your guests at your Halloween parties, or use them at trick or treat sessions! I have taken special care to bring you the best creepy sounds in the least file size.
Halloween sounds.zip

also here are some links worth checking out :

http://www.ilovewavs.com/Holidays/Halloween/Midis/HalloweenMidi.htm
http://www.nonstick.com/sounds/witch_hazel.html
http://www.all-about-halloween.com/free-halloween-music.html
http://mp3.about.com/od/freemusic/tp/Free_Halloween_Music.htm
http://www.theholidayspot.com/halloween/music.htm

There are also various Halloween Music CD's you can use to create the them you you like.

Pumpkin Carving Tips

2010-09-20T05:39:00.000-07:00

Jack o' lanterns are a traditional Halloween sign and the most recognizable symbol of Halloween. In the following post I tried to make it easy for anyone who wants to carve a pumpkin for the first time to do this successfully. I searched the web up and down and here goes, ...

Tools you will need :

A pumpkin that is tall enough, width is not important.
Old newspaper for the mess.
A basic pumpkin saw and pumpkin scoop scraper.
Paper towels, bowl and a regular kitchen knife.
A poker.
Scissors.
A stencil.

Steps for carving your Jack O' Lantern :

Draw and cut your lid

Draw a lid on top of your pumpkin using the poker. Try to make it big enough so you can reach in with your hand to clean the pumpkin. Also make it a six-sided lid not a circle for ease of cutting.
With the kitchen knife (or basic saw) cut out your lid carefully. Angle the blade towards the center of the pumpkin to create a ledge that supports the lid and keeps it from falling in when it shrinks after a day or 2.

Clean and Scrape

Scrape the seeds attached to the bottom of the lid.
Clean out the seeds and strings with the Scoop. Scrape the inner pulp further until the pumpkin wall is approximately 1" thick. You can use the scooped pulp for soup, pies, or other recipes.
Clean out the inner wall until smooth. Don't forget to scrape the bottom of the pumpkin till its flat so you can put your candles later. After you're done, clean out with some paper towels.

Attache Stencil

Attach the stencil with tape on the front side of the pumpkin and trim the stencil leaving a 1/2" border around the design to be easier to work with.
Use the poker , to make holes along the stencil lines.
When you transfer the whole design remove the stencil and refer to it while carving the holes you made in the outer pumpkin wall.

Carving The Stencil Pattern

Use the medium saws the most for the more complicated patterns.
Hold the pumpkin in your lap. Hold the saw like a pencil and saw steadily with a continuous up-and-down motion.
Saw at a 90° angle to the pumpkin steadily. Use gentle pressure because the saw can break if used incorrectly.
Generally, you first saw the smallest pieces or from the center out, and then work your way to the largest pieces. If you saw a piece by mistake, you can use a needle or toothpick to place it back. Push out the cut pieces with your finger and not by using your saw blade.
When done sawing, clean out the carved sections and the inner pumpkin as well with a paper towels.

Lighting up your Jack O' lantern

When using a candle, you can let the candle blacken a spot on the lid. Then cut a hole where the black spot is to vent smoke and heat. The hole will work as a chimney for heat and smoke.
If you create an opening from the bottom of the pumpkin instead of the top. Try drilling a hole in the bottom lid to secure the candle. This provides a little more safety and stability.

... there you go - your own Halloween pumpkin is now ready!

More Halloween Safety Tips

2010-09-16T11:09:00.000-07:00

Parents of trick-or-treating kids can get caught up in the fun themselves that they might forget some simple safety tips that could keep us all out of trouble. Having a fun and safe Halloween will make it all worth while! So that you can give your kids some precious Halloween memories that they'll have for life.

Trick or treating isn't what it used to be. In most cities it's not safe to let kids walk the streets by themselves. Your best choice is to make sure that an adult is accompanying them. If you can't take them yourself, see if another parent will.
Kids will be kids. Explain to them the difference between tricks and vandalism. Throwing eggs at a house may seem funny but they need to know that clean up and damages can ruin Halloween for everyone. If they are caught vandalizing, make them clean up the mess they've made.
Make sure to set a time that your kids should be home by and that they know how important it is for them to be home on time or to call if something happens and they are going to be late.
Help your young child pick out or make a costume that will be safe. Make sure that it's fire proof or treated with fire retardant. If there is a mask, make sure that the eye holes are large enough for good peripheral vision.
If you are having a party in your house, make sure that you move any breakable pieces of furniture or knick-knacks to another room where they can't get broken. A forgotten vase that hits the floor could ruin the night for you.

Make sure that if your child is carrying a prop, such as a butcher knife or a pitchfork, that the tips are smooth and flexible enough so that they don't cause injury if the kid falls. Make sure that costumes won't get in the way when they are walking, which could cause them to trip.

I hope you have a happy and safe Halloween.

Halloween Safety Tips

2010-09-16T03:38:00.000-07:00

In this post I'm going to discuss some safety tips for both kids and adults, to help keep you all safe on Halloween night. Kids love Halloween! They dress up and get free candy! That's the perfect holiday! Follow these Tips to make sure your kids will have a great memorable Halloween for years to come.

If you live in a friendly neighborhood, Suggest throwing a Halloween block party with the neighbors. Set it up in the street and yards and get everyone involved. Have carnival type games, a few yard haunts, food, music and dancing.Eat a good meal prior to trick-or-treating.

Consider fire safety when decorating for Halloween.
Be careful when crossing a street, if you have little kids with you, take their hand and help them cross the street. Also, if you have older kids make sure to show them how to cross a street properly. They should always look both ways before crossing the street and should only cross at corners or crosswalks. If they have more than one child with them, they should take the hand of the younger child when crossing the street.

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Safe Halloween Trick-or-Treating
If your teen or older child can drive and is taking a bunch of friends to a party, make sure that he/she has enough gas to get there. You don't want him/her to run out of gas on a dark street, all alone, like a bad horror movie!
As horrible as it may sound, get on the internet and check your local state website for sex offenders. Almost every state has one, do a search for your state sex offender site. Find your zip code and it should have a list of registered offenders in your area that includes street addresses. Make sure that your kids stay away from these houses!
Plan and review with your children the path they will be taking if you aren't going with them. Let them know that they are to check in with you every hour, by phone or by stopping back at home. Make sure that they know not to change the planned path so you always know where they will be.
If your kid may be going to a friends home for a party, get the phone number and make sure that you've met the parents first.
If you have an older kid or young teen who is going out with friends, make sure that you know where and with whom he/she is going.
Teach your kids NEVER to enter a strangers house or even ring their door for treats unless they are accompanied by an adult and he/she says that it's okay. Always make sure that your kids are within sight when you go out trick-or-treating and use a flash light during night hours.
Make sure to tell your kids not to get into strangers cars or talk to strangers.Tell them as simply as you can that some adults are bad and want to hurt children,and that is why the MUST NEVER go into a house that they don't know, get into a car or go anywhere with a stranger. Also, tell them that in case this happens, they should scream as loud as they can and to run away as fast as they can to someplace safe.
Serve your kids a filling meal before trick or treating so that they won't be tempted to eat any candy before they bring it home for you to check.There are lots of fun and tasty Halloween foods you can find on the site and on my Halloween guide and also in Halloween cook books.
When making a Jack O' Lantern, leave the carving to adults!
Let your kids know that they should stay together as a group if going out for trick or treating without an adult.
Tell your kids not to cut through back alleys and fields if they are out alone. Make sure they know to stay in populated areas and not to go off the agreed path you have set together. Also, tell them to stay in well lit areas with lots of people around. Explain how it can be dangerous for kids not to follow these rules.
Make sure your kid carries a glow stick, a flashlight or has reflective tape on their costume to make them more visible to cars in the dark.

I hope these safety tips will be helpful and that you all will have a happy and safe Halloween.

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Lighting Your Pumpkin

There are several ways to light your pumpkin some are traditional and some are modern. Here are a few tips for lighting up your jack-o'-lantern this Halloween :

Halloween Photography

Pumpkin Preservation

Choosing The Perfect Pumpkin

Pumpkin Carving Videos

Halloween Music

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