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27 Spooktacular Halloween Ideas
We've rounded up the best Halloween tips, spookiest activities, most boo-eautiful decorating ideas and most devilishly delicious treats from our Savvy Storytellers.
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Bacon Caramel Apples
Apples, caramel, bacon—oh my! What else is there to say about these sticky, sweet and salty Halloween treats?
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Playing with Bugs
The itsy, bitsy spider climbed up the...wait that's just your toddler in this awesome DIY Halloween costume.
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Mummy Drink Boxes
Be a savvy 'mummy' this year with a fun craft that turns an ordinary juice box into a mysterious mummy.
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Pumpkin Spice Play Dough
This perfect pumpkin playdough is a great (no-cook) idea to bring the Halloween spirit to your home—especially for the little ones who aren't in school yet to participate in classroom activities.
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3-Ingredient Pretzel Party Sticks
These funky and freaky pretzel sticks are a fan favourite here at SavvyMom, which is why they should make an appearance at your Halloween party this year—they'll be gobbled up before you can say 'goblins and ghouls'.
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Spooky Spider Light Wreath
Spiders are spooky. That's why this light-up wreath is a great way to decorate your front door for the big night.
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Simple No-Sew Super Hero Cape
What little boy doesn't want to dress up as a superhero for Halloween? With this no-sew DIY cape he'll be saving the world in no time.
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Pumpkin Bars
During a season full of sweets and treats, you'll be dying to switch it up with this healthy and moist pumpkin bar.
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Halloween Treats for Classmates
Does your kids' school have a 'no-candy' policy during the Halloween festivities? Put together these fun and adorable gifts instead.
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Handburgers for Halloween
Fuel them up before they head out to trick-or-treat with this Halloween-themed handburger—that's right, we said hand.
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Roasted Pumpkin Filled with Everything Good
Nothing screams fall and Halloween like pumpkins, which is why we love this yummy pumpkin dinner stuffed with everything good.
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Handprint Spiders & Golf Ball Painted Webs
We know they are excited about the big day, so keep them busy with these 'hand' made Halloween decorations.
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Happy Halloween
Are you hosting your very own Halloween party this year? Then check out these ideas for decor, food and loot. It's Boo-tastic!
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Spooky Eyeball Wreath
Yes, we said eyeball wreath. Because, why not? It's Halloween.
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Candy Apples
Bobbing for apples is a fun—and hilarious—Halloween tradition. But for those who'd rather not get wet or swap spit, these candy apples are just as satisfying.
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Homemade Hippo Costume
There's no doubt that 'unique' and 'inexpensive' are words you want to hear when your little hippo is looking for a Halloween costume—all you need to do is get crafty.
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Pink Sparkly Slime Halloween Treats
When your little monster asks to bring in and share treats with classmates on Halloween, this slimy alternative to candy will have them—and their parents—happier than a kid on a sugar high.
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Halloween Safety
Even though trick-or-treating is the highlight of October for your ghouls and goblins, there are still plenty of safety measures that you both need to keep in mind on this candy-filled eve.
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Candy Corn Brownies
This easy creation brings your favourite ooey, gooey brownie into the wicked realm of all things Halloween with good 'ol candy corns.
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Felt Board Jack-O'-Lanterns
Perfect for a Halloween-themed party—or for your little pumpkins to enjoy on their own—this creative felt board will have them building mess-free jack-o'-lanterns over and over.
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Pumpkin Loaf with Cream Cheese Filling
When you bake this decadent pumpkin loaf, be prepared for your house to smell like fall. We think it also makes a good alternative for your Halloween-baby's birthday cake.
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Some Great Halloween Reads for the Kids
With all of the candy and costume madness that surrounds this fang-tastic holiday, you can't forget the fun behind a good ghost story. Here are a few options your kiddies will love.
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Halloween Tree
Whether you're decorating a reclaimed branch you found on your morning walk or the spooky tree on your front lawn, these homemade ghosts are a must-have decoration for Halloween.
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Monster Cookies
Your little cookie monster will definitely be singing your praises when you whip up a batch of these oatmeal chocolate monster cookies.
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Dollar Store Halloween Wreath
Boo! No, seriously. That's what your neighbourhood trick-or-treaters are going to be saying when they see this DIY dollar store wreath on your front door.
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Spooky Halloween Cupcakes
When have cupcakes ever let you down? Exactly. These spooky and chocolatey ones for your little monster's Halloween birthday will be no exception.
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Pumpkin Seed Sorting
It's a Halloween tradition for kids to dig in to the messy insides of a pumpkin to toast the seeds and sculpt a jack-o'-lantern. This mom-tip will definitely make it easier—and hopefully cleaner?
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More Fun Halloween Activities
Moms know that Halloween isn't just one night—it's an official season. Capture the fun of the season by spending time with your kids creating crafts, costumes and delicious recipes you can all enjoy together.
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More Haunted Halloween Party Ideas
Scary, isn't it—how Halloween sneaks up on us? To help you celebrate this season of dress up fun, we've got party ideas that include creepy cakes, ghoulish recipes, scary (and not so scary) party activities, boo-tiful loot bag ideas for the little goblins and more.
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More Spooky & Savvy Halloween Ideas
As Halloween approaches, our little ghouls are getting pumpkin fever. Here's a roundup of our fave spooky fare—crafts, costume ideas, treats and more.
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Get Inspired on SavvyMom's Halloween Pinterest Board
Halloween can be a lot of work—finding or making costumes, baking sweet treats and planning parties. We've rounded up the best of the best Halloween pins on Pinterest to help you with the hardest part of it all—the ideas.