The days are getting cooler and shorter, and there’s that unmistakable feel of autumn in the air.  Surely it must be time for Halloween! The festival, a British export that has been growing in popularity globally, was created by the Pagans in Britain. The festival began because the Pagans believed that ghosts came out to haunt at that time of year and they offered them treats as a way to appease them. Unsurprisingly the world has moved on a little since then, and Halloween has become a way for kids to dress up and get some treats!

 

If you or your children love Halloween, we have listed 4 ways in which you can get involved and create a fantastic Halloween for you and your family.

Carve a Pumpkin

If you want to get in the mood for Halloween, what could be better than carving your own pumpkin? Pumpkins make an excellent Halloween decoration. They’re cheap and easy to learn to carve. For an added effect, you put a candle in them and leave them outside of your front door as a scary invitation for any would-be trick or treaters. Check out YouTube for a whole heap of videos that show you how to create the ultimate carved pumpkin and let your and your children’s minds run wild.

Make Your Own Treats

If you really want to embrace Halloween, why not create your own treats for trick or treaters? Sweet treats such as fudge and biscuits are easy to create and can really add to the occasion. Why plump for shop bought goods when you can create some stunning treats in your own kitchen? Creating your own sweet treats is another fantastic way to get your kids involved in creating an unforgettable Halloween experience. Don’t forget to mention any potential allergens that you have put in (nuts, gluten etc.) just in case you get a child with an allergy at the door.

Decorate Your Front Door

Want to let trick or treaters know that you are in the Halloween spirit? Then why not decorate your front door? Having a Halloween themed front door lets trick or treaters know that there are some sweet treats available and encourage them to give your door a knock. Many trick or treaters will spend most of the night looking for houses that have been decorated and you can encourage them with a well designed front door.

 

There are lots of shop bought options for front door designs and many retailers now carry extensive options for those who wish to celebrate. Again, like with the pumpkins and the sweet treats, there is no reason that you can’t create some of these yourself. Click here to check out this awesome way of making your own giant spider web!

Watch Some Scary Movies

This one is more aimed at the adults! Once you have put the excited (and likely sugar filled) children to bed, why not keep the Halloween flavour going with a scary movie? Cult classics such The Shinning or the aptly named Halloween will help you to have a suitably scary Halloween! Add to the experience by turning the lights off and seeing how long you last!

 

Summary

 

Halloween can be a fantastic night, especially if you have kids. Add to the experience by creating a welcoming front door Halloween scene and spend the night being wowed by the effort that has gone into some of the costumes that have been created. Adding your own personal touches can make it a lot more fun. For those that enjoy it, Halloween is a great opportunity to let the kids have some fun and some sweets in the process, what could be better than that?