Scary and Eerily Adorable DIY Halloween Costume Inspirations (Fifth Edition)

Posted by historymaniacmegan on October 29, 2019

Here I’m dressed in a sexy witch costume from stuff I found at Goodwill. I was supposed to wear it for a party. However, due to that fucking piece of shit Donald Trump’s visit to a natural gas conference, it was postponed to next week. But since I have to work, I couldn’t go. So now I’m just wearing it for the blog.

I know it’s quite late for costumes since some places already have had their trick-or-treating days. But since it’s usually among the last of my Halloween posts, I go ahead with it, anyway. Nonetheless, while costume stores like Spirit Halloween are filled with any costume your heart desires, some people prefer to make their own. And there are plenty Internet guides to do that. Hell, Goodwill even encourages it. After all, I did this costume above. Though I could only use it for this blog post. Party City also does as well. So for your reading pleasure, I give you another assortment of Halloween DIY costumes to inspire you. Enjoy.

1. The King of the North stands alongside the Mother of Dragons.

Unfortunately, this relationship didn’t end well at all. Because Jon had to kill Daenerys for inflicting mass slaughter upon King’s Landing.

2. “A girl is no one.”

Actually, “a girl is Arya Stark.” She’s supposed to be her when she’s being punished with blindness by the Faceless Men.

3. Feel free to spread your wings like a beautiful butterfly.

You’d think she was touring with Cirque du Soleil. But that is her flamboyant butterfly costume. Or is that a guy?

4. “We all scream for ice cream.”

Like how they make the little boy into the ice cream man. While the wagon’s a truck. The rest are supposed to be ice cream and other delights.

5. Miss Universe greets her many legions of fans.

And yes, that’s how Miss Universe is supposed to be dressed. Kind of sad enough that all the winners come from Earth.

6. Going on a trip to India? You might want to consult the itinerary.

He’s Owen Wilson from The Darjeeling Limited. He’s bandaged like that because he’s been through a very bad accident.

7. Now let’s bring on the burgers.

He’s dressed as a charcoal grill. Still, don’t try to barbecue anything on him.

8. Want to play a game of Twister?

If you land on red, you have to step on his junk. And you have 75% of doing so.

9. All hail Galacta, queen of the Universe.

Hey, at least she’s not the Borg queen. Still, you got to love her amazing crown.

10. She is a true Picasso.

As you can see from her face popping out of the frame. Yeah, didn’t know the women in Picasso’s paintings could exist in real life.

11. Don’t want to touch this boy.

Since he’s a cactus. But even if you get hurt by touching him, at least you won’t get any serious infection.

12. Ladies and Gentlemen, the Rocket Man himself, Sir Elton John.

Okay, I’m not sure who this guy’s supposed to be. But he’s dressed like you’d imagine Elton John to be on Mardi Gras. So I’m going with it.

13. Hail Maleficent, mistress of all Evil.

Actually, she’s supposed to be her when she had wings. But King Stephen had to clip them off and run. What a jerk.

14. Want to ask a question? She may know the answer.

Since she’s dressed like a Magic 8 ball. Wonder how she sits with that thing on.

15. When she shows up, feel free to walk across the street.

For she’s supposed to be a crossing sign. Of course, she’s in a silhouette.

16. Now here’s a Toothless dragon.

He’s dressed as Toothless from How to Train Your Dragon. And yes, he’s incredibly adorable.

17. Be careful when you’re in the mushroom garden.

Yes, all the young women are dressed as mushrooms. While the guy in the middle is dressed as someone who’s clearly on them.

18. You might want to give these 3 women the right of way.

Since they’re 3 blind mice. They even have their own sunglasses and red tipped cane to show they can’t see a thing.

19. You might love this delightful aardvark.

She’s dressed as Arthur from the cartoon. Even wears the yellow sweater and white shirt collar.

20. There’s something a bit disturbing about this cat lady.

Mostly because it’s a guy dressed as one. Yet, you have to like the cats on his pink robe.

21. Instead of being a princess, be a princess of the stars.

And you don’t need to wear white and have your hair look like a couple of cinnabuns. A starry dress will do just fine for your space princess.

22. “Hold the door! Hold the door!”

Such a tearkjerking scene. Nonetheless, the baby’s Hodor. The mother holds the door and acts as Hodor’s legs.

23. Here’s your Captain Limpet and his mermaid queen on your Carnival cruise line.

She’s got blue hair to match her fish tail. Not to mention, carries a trident. He’s got a nice smart coat and captain’s hat.

24. Little Vincent Van Gogh paints his masterpiece.

One boy’s dressed as Starry Night. The other’s dressed as Van Gogh with a bandage on his ear.

25. Please allow Granny to bring her pets.

Sorry, but if you let her bring Sylvester and Tweedy, you might need to clean house after she’s gone. Because Sylvester and Tweedy will incur property damage. I guarantee it.

26. Lucy and Ethel are up to something.

They even wear their own dresses and aprons. Hear they’ll do The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel next year.

27. Nacho Libre always fights for the kids.

Since he’s a monk at an orphanage by day. And yes, he’s a religious man who puts God and man first in his life.

28. “When you play the Game of Thrones, you win or you die.”

Includes Varys, Cersei, Margaery, Bran, Arya, Joffrey, Melisandre, Jon, Catelyn, Ygritte, and the Hound , I think. Must be from an earlier season.

29. Feel free to join Snoopy and the gang.

Parents are Charlie Brown and Lucy. Kids are Snoopy, Sally, and Linus. Woodstock is a plush bird.

30. Adult entertainment straight ahead.

She’s just wearing a sign saying, “Girls, Girls, Girls.” However, she’s not wearing it for a strip club. Or she’d be almost completely nude.

31. Pumpkin Jack just wants to stop by.

This is more of a play on words. Since the jack is a crane you use in oil rigs.

32. Spend a jolly holiday with Mary.

Parents are Mary Poppins and Bert. While the baby and dog are penguin waiters. Dog isn’t happy.

33. I believe we have a terroristic alien on the premises.

She’s dressed in a sleek silver outfit. But who knows what that bomb’s made of.

34. Baby goes paragliding across the landscape.

Don’t worry, the baby’s dad is carrying him in the bjorn. But they’ll have to wear the proper headgear.

35. She’s a tornado filled with sharks.

She’s supposed to be a sharknado. Though it’s a really stupid movie franchise, it’s a brilliant Halloween costume idea.

36. Nothing can stop Arya and the Hound.

So hide all your chicken when they come into town. Even you, KFC. Also, Arya’s a trained assassin. While the Hound used to be in the Kingsguard and wants to kill his brother.

37. She’s a bit of a Fruit Loop.

For she’s dressed as a bowl of Fruit Loops. Part of this complete breakfast.

38. Little girls shouldn’t be alone in the woods.

Yes, she’s Little Red Riding Hood. Even has the red cape and basket. So cute.

39. “You must be chosen by the Claw.”

Indeed, he’s the claw machine. Wonder how he moves his arms.

40. “We have to find Will.”

She’s Joyce from Stranger Things. Even has the living room wall and Christmas lights. Not sure if she’s having any luck reaching Will from the Upside Down.

41. “We rob banks.”

These two wear striped shirts and carry money bags. But you can bet they made out like bandits.

42. Marty McFly can fly on his hoverboard.

Okay, he can’t since physics don’t work that way. Still, the real hoverboards are a massive disappointment.

43. This family’s a circus.

Dad’s a strong man. Mom’s a lion tamer. Baby’s a lion. Daughters are trapeze artist and clown.

44. You’d think she’s rather interstellar.

For she’s dressed up as the solar system. However, she’s mostly stars in the center. When she really should be the sun so the planets can revolve around her.

45. Cleopatra is the queen of the Nile.

Just don’t mention how she had her siblings killed. Also, the fact she married 2 of her brothers and had sex with both Julius Caesar and Marc Antony.

46. Uh, Night’s Watch, you missed a wight.

They’re ice zombies. But the White Walkers and the Night King are way scarier.

47. What the Colonel’s got in his bucket is finger lickin’ good.

I’m sure he uses the chicken bucket as a trick-or-treat bag to hold candy. Still, why can’t KFC use him for their commercials.

48. You’d think this family came from a deck of cards.

Mom and dad are the King and Queen of Hearts. Older boys are black and white guards. Baby is joker.

49. This boy’s got a lot of thread wrapped around him.

After all, he’s a spool. But don’t ask him for any thread to repair your clothes.

50. She’s just crackers about animals.

For she’s an animal cracker. And yes, she’s got icing and sprinkles.

51. Didn’t know Prehistoric man can pump their own gas.

Okay, he’s one of the cavemen from Geico. He also saves 15% or more on his car insurance.

52. You can see a slide through these goggles.

They’re supposed to be a view master and a reel. They were popular during the 1950s, before the conception of personal computers or videos.

53. She’s all stuffed with straw.

Okay, she’s just wearing makeup and old clothes. But don’t expect her to scare the crows.

54. He’s a sophisticated little peanut.

He’s actually Mr. Peanut. He even comes with a top hat, cane, and monocle.

55. A Khal must have his Khaalesi.

Sure, Khal Drogo and Daenerys were happily married together. Unfortunately, he had to die from an infected injury from a fight.

56. Let her paint her masterpiece.

She’s a bunch of paints. Also carries a brush with her. So cute.

57. Let him protect your garden for you.

The boy’s a garden gnome. His shoes have fuzz balls on them. Though he looks kind of freaky.

58. Got to bust this Stay Puft Marshmallow Man.

All right, maybe not. Because this Stay Puft Marshmallow Man is a little stinker. While his dad is a Ghostbuster.

59. Does this family seem a bit spacey to you?

Well, they’re dressed up as astronauts with a metal camper to boot. The girl even has a wagon to act as a spaceship while the baby’s an alien.

60. “We’re Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band….”

The boys are John Lennon and George Harrison. The girls are Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney. And not one of them wears a mustache.

61. You don’t want to cross these mummies.

They’re dressed like Egyptian royalty. But they’re quite scary, especially under wraps.

62. For her, green means go, go, go.

This little girl’s dressed as a traffic light. And yes, it lights up. So cute.

63. This alien tourist wants to see the sights.

Though why he wants me to take me to my leader, I have no idea. Seriously, he should be careful what he wishes for.

64. You dare not cross these Viking men.

These are boys in Viking costumes. The helmets, beards, and shields are made from cardboard.

65. This unicorn always likes to show her rainbow tail.

The mane and tail are both made out of tulle. And yes, she’s also wearing a horn and a pink tutu.

66. This boy will bulldoze to a house near you.

For he’s dressed as a bulldozer. And if you don’t give him candy, he’ll plow his way through to your house.

67. Care for a beach cocktail.

Woman’s the tropical drink. Guy’s a hunky beach waiter. Wanna sip?

68. “I’m a Rocketman.”

For the kid can reach to the stars in his rocket ship costume. So cute.

69. They’re just a couple of vacationers.

Funny how they both wear Hawaiian shirts, fanny packs, socks, sandals, and straw hats. They even carry red Dixie cups.

70. You’d think she spends all day under the sea.

She makes Esme Squalor’s sexy Ursula outfit seem tame in comparison. She even has fish hanging from wires.

71. The angler fish is a creature from the deep.

If you think they’re scary in the dark, just wait until you hear about their sex lives. And yes, it’s that messed up.

72. You’d think she’s quite the potted plant.

Well, she’s a pot of flowers. Though these are all white.

73. This little spaceman’s going places.

He’s wearing a little NASA jumpsuit. And yes, he’s adorable. Another little rocket man.

74.”And the Oscar goes to…”

One of them even has 2 heads. Wonder how they walk in these.

75. Queen Nefertiti was a great beauty of Ancient Egypt.

She was the wife of Akhenaten. Yet, she eventually disappears from the records and we have no idea what happened to her.

76. You can call this a real corn dog.

Since it’s a dog that’s dressed as an ear of corn. And no, you can’t eat it.

77. “One ring to rule them all.”

This group’s dressed as the cast from Lord of the Rings. Some of the women even dress up as hobbits. Like Treebeard’s.

78. Anyone want a gumball?

This little baby’s dressed up as a gumball machine. But please don’t give her quarters since she might choke on them.

79. Miss Frizzle reaches for the stars.

But that doesn’t mean you’d want her teaching your kids. Since she’ll send her students to space on at least a few occasions.

80. Fire and smores always go together.

Because you can’t have smores without a camp fire. Also, smores are tasty.

81. Jay-Z and Beyoncé always treat Blue Ivy like a queen.

They also have twins. Yet, this family totally nails the Carters. Not to be confused with Johnny Cash’s in-laws.

82. These girls are ready to exercise.

These girls are 1980s aerobics instructors. And yes, they’re wearing leotards and carrying boomboxes.

83. Wonder what she’s got in the oven.

She’s dressed up as the Pillsbury Doughboy. And yes, she’s got her own rolling pin.

84. Perhaps this Sandlot family will endear you.

The dad’s Benjamin Rodriguez. The mom’s Wendy Peppercorn. While the boys dress up as 2 of the other kids. There’s even a large dog.

85. This family will certainly have a sweet time.

They’re characters from the traumatic childhood board game Candyland. Dad’s the king. Mom’s Queen Frosty. One daughter’s Princess Lollipop. The other is from the Candy Cane Forest. I forget who the boy’s supposed to be.

86. She’s certainly got a green thumb.

Since she’s dressed up as a flower pot. And yes, flowers grow from her shirt.

87. Rock out with some sushi.

This one features a whole platter. Also she’s wearing a rice ball on her head.

88. “President coming through.”

These babies are dressed as the President of the United States. While the dads are assigned Secret Service detail. Either tot is better than the steaming pile of orange shit in the White House now.

89. “I’m on my way to Folsom playpen…”

He’s dressed up as Johnny Cash. Notice how he’s got a toy guitar. So cute.

90. Always have your raygun and oxygen supply in handy.

She’s dressed as an astronaut on a strange planet that could have intelligent life. So she’ll have to protect herself from hostile aliens.

91. We got a strange lady asking if we saw the Stark girls.

She’s dressed as Brienne of Tarth. She’s got golden armor for she’s one of the truest knights on Game of Thrones. If you want a knight in shining armor to rescue her, she’s your go-to girl.

92. Do you want lemonade or ice cream?

Ice cream always gets my vote. But these stands are adorable.

93. “Be a shining star.”

But please don’t dance like Elaine does to that Earth, Wind, and Fire song. Love her star hat.

94. You can use a Hershey’s Kiss.

She’s decked out in foil and puckers her lips. And yes, she has a paper stream on her hat.

95. You don’t want to beat a stick on this little piñata.

The costume is mostly made out of felt. Nonetheless, it’s adorable.

96. Is she a zombie or is just her lead-based makeup?

Actually I think she’s an 18th century zombie. From what I can tell, she’s an aristocrat on her way to the ball before she was tragically murdered.

97. These are just 2 of Heinz’s 57 Varieties.

This is actually a vintage photo. One kid is ketchup. The other is mustard.

98. Is it somebody’s birthday?

The candle flame is made from tulle. And she’s all covered in sprinkles.

99. These kids are in love and will run away together.

One’s a teenage girl with 3 brothers whose mom’s having an affair with the local sheriff. The other is an orphaned boy on a summer camping trip with his Boy Scout troop.

100. “Keep your hands off my lobby boy!”

That’s Zero from The Grand Budapest Hotel. Helps his boss steal a painting and wins over a girl at a bake shop. However, his boss is killed by Nazis and his wife suddenly dies in childbirth.

The Haunted World of Halloween Village Houses (Fourth Edition)

Posted by historymaniacmegan on October 26, 2019

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Next, it’s on to Halloween village houses. Borrowed from the Christmas village house tradition, these have a rather haunted twist. After all, companies need to make money all year round. While many people go all out on Halloween. So it makes good business sense. Nonetheless, many prefer to make their own haunted houses in black and orange. Some might contain skeletons and candy corn covered trees. Some might have jack-o’-lanterns, trick-or-treaters, and other ghoulish monsters. So for your reading pleasure, I give you another assortment of Halloween village houses. Enjoy if you dare.

You might pass by this house covered in vines.

Though it doesn’t seem decrepit at all. Since it’s in bright pink and orange.

2. A haunted house always needs bare-limbed trees nearby.

These trees are made out of wire and burlap. The house seems like it’s made out of stone.

3. Bats always want a little bright orange now and then.

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There are even orange window frames. But you can’t come in because the house is boarded up.

4. You’ll never know what’s lurking inside this house.

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This place is quite colorful for a haunted house. But you can see some ghosts inside.

5. What’s not haunted goes full steampunk.

A mad scientists might live here. Given the house’s large telescope and wheels.

6. A black house makes for a bat utopia.

The windows are lined in yellow. Yet, some are still boarded up. But bats will love it all the same.

7. A house can be scary even during the day time.

This one has a lighter color shade. Yet, the shutters look like they’re about to fall off.

8. Haunted houses can always be quite fancy.

Well, many of them are in the Victorian style. But these have walls of rather intricate patterns.

9. Sometimes a plain black house is all you need.

Just has yellow paper inside to represent eerie light. Includes a pipe cleaner tree.

10. You can’t have a scary house without glitter.

Just incudes a sign that says “Boo Avenue.” Also, there’s a bare-limbed black tree.

11. Abandon all hope if you enter here.

This house seems like it’s made out of clay. Includes some pumpkins on the front doorstep.

12. A Halloween village must have a main street.

Help if it lights up at night. Don’t forget the autumn leaves.

13. Perhaps a shiny gray haunted house will do.

This is mostly made out of cardboard and paper. And yes, the windows are sketched in.

14. You might prefer a simple purple frame house.

It’s a known hangout for ghosts and mummies. Love those windows.

15. All aboard on the Spooktown express.

Includes a station with a castle clock tower. The train’s even carrying jack-o’-lanterns.

16. Blue roofs really create an impression.

The walls even have rather interesting pattern. Has 2 pumpkins at the door along with a wrought iron fence.

17. Celebrate Halloween in a more modern pink house.

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You can even look inside the windows. Apparently, the guys wear antlers.

18. This house even comes with a pool.

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And the Creature from the Black Lagoon is about to take a dive. While lions lurk inside.

19. Fancy roofing can do a house good.

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Got to love the tiles on this one. Quite fancy. House even has some graves in the front.

20. Perhaps you might want a house with a tower.

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One is black with blue roofing, 2 chimneys, and an owl. The other is white with a black roof and a clock. Also has a coffin door. May even be a school house.

21. A yellow ranch home really stands out.

This one just has 2 windows. While a jack-o’-lantern sits near the tracks.

22. These houses have rather strange roofs.

Since the tops kind of rise up like they’re in a Dr. Seuss story. Come in 3 different colors.

23. Sometimes opposing houses seem to attract.

One is green and black as well as covered in cobwebs. The other is white with purple chimneys and a skull cameo.

24. Anyone can go batty over a small house.

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This one is black with orange roof, chimney, and trimming. Not sure if it lights up though.

25. A house will always shine with a sequin roof.

This house is orange and all glittered up. Includes a purple tree and black cat.

26. A pink house might suit you right.

Has a purple roof. Also includes black cat and pink tree. Even lights up.

27. You’ll find plenty of pumpkins on this trailer.

Has jack-o’-lanterns outside. While bats inhabit the black bare-limbed tree.

28. A simple white house will always do.

Sure it might not look incredibly scary. But the cat’s freaked out for some reason.

29. Wonder what light’s coming from this house.

Since it’s boarded up and has signs for us to stay away. Does a ghost live there?

30. You might not want to come across this green house.

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This one’s in an odd configuration. Includes a skeleton and other decorations.

31. A large black cat lurks around this pink house.

This was made from a vintage card. And yes, the pumpkin is also quite huge as you can see.

32. This house seems like it’s been abandoned for years.

Wonder if ghosts hang out there. Since I haven’t seen any so far.

33. You’d be batty to pass by this house on a good day.

Yet, smoke seems to come from the chimneys despite its abandoned facade. Has a jack-o’-lantern at the front door.

34. Don’t miss this cool skeleton hangout.

This is an orange house with a black roof. The tree nearby even has skull decorations.

35. Witches enjoy being near a glittery orange house.

Has a black roof with 2 chimneys and orange spider. Yet, the witch looks quite large in proportion.

36. You’d almost think this is a pumpkin house.

Well, it certainly resembles a jack-o’-lantern monster. Yet, it has a roof akin to Hagrid’s hut.

37. This black house has really loose shutters.

Contains a jack-o’-lantern and potion outside. Still, please don’t drink the potion.

38. Perhaps a plain white house will do.

Make sure it looks abandoned and decrepit enough. Includes 2 pumpkins near a white fence.

39. Poe is buried near this shack.

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The window’s boarded. The tree’s covered in cobwebs. Actually everything’s covered in cobwebs.

40. A house like this can bring in the fall spirit.

This one has more fall decor than Halloween stuff. Yet, there’s still a garland of jack-o’-lanterns.

41. Lots of crazy things happen in this purple house.

The jack-o’-lantern on her has a pipe cleaner body. While the top window has cobwebs.

42. For Dia de Los Muertos, you might want to see this house.

This is quite colorful. The jack-o’-lanterns even resemble sugar skulls. While the cat’s decorated as a skeleton.

43. An orange house can be especially scary.

Has a banner reading “Creepy.” Also has candy corn and spiders on the bottom windows.

44. A red house sits near a fall tree.

This tree still has its leaves though. Also includes pumpkins and tombstones.

45. A blue house can be just as spooky.

Has a cat near the roof. While pumpkins sit near the door.

46. There’s something batty about this green house.

This one has a bat on the roof. Spiders cover the trees. While a jack-o’-lantern sits in the front.

47. This black house is rather ghostly.

This one has batty trim on the roof. The ghost is made from a charm you’d use for a charm bracelet.

48. Perhaps your black house can use a bit of decorating.

Has candy corn and cats at the bottom. Also has 2 jack-o’-lanterns on the roof.

49. Halloween jack-o’-lantern ghosts love hanging around a black haunted house.

The trees look rather stringy. Then again, it’s supposed to produce a spooky atmosphere that’s appropriate for Halloween.

50. A simple white Victorian house doesn’t need much decoration.

Since it could look haunted by having lights coming through the windows. Also if you surround it with a wrought iron fence.

51. You’d almost think this was a haunted castle.

But castles are much more elaborate. This is just a house with 2 towers.

52. Cat ladies seem to inhabit this modern house.

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Or are those devil ladies? Kind of hard to tell from this distance.

53. Don’t want to get near this dark and scary house.

And if its price is low for its neighborhood, there’s probably ghost. Seriously, you don’t get a bargain like this over nothing.

54. Perhaps you might be interested in a house with stripes.

This one has white and black stripes. Or black and orange stripes. It’s hard to tell by the light. Also, does Beetlejuice live here?

55. You may prefer a fancier haunted house.

This one is in rather bright colors. Resembles what you might see in a Dr. Seuss story.

56. A plain gray house can look just as spooky.

This one just have gray brick and a rusty roof. Contains coffin door and a wrought iron fence.

57. The more chimneys the better.

This one has 3. One of them has a window. Contains a jack-o’-lantern and a bare limbed black tree.

58. A lone ghost lives in this little orange house.

The ghost doesn’t look that scary. The front even has 2 candy corn trees.

59. The roof’s a bit rusty on this house.

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It’s blue with white windows. Yet, this one seems more suited for the beach.

60. You know a witch lives at this beige house.

Has a cat in the top window. Still, the house is rather unremarkable looking without Halloween features.

61. A shiny house always needs a tower.

Has a bunch of trees on the ground. Even includes blue pumpkins.

62. Fancy windows always do a house wonders.

2 witches seem to reside there. Has a jack-o’-lantern in front.

63. This house seemed to appear straight out of a book.

It’s a gray house with a glitter roof. And yes, it’s straight out of a book.

64. You’d think this house is infested.

In the windows, you see a skeleton, spider, and black cat. Love the purple roof.

65. A striped roof goes well on a black house.

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Has orange windows and 2 chimneys. Also a jack-o’-lantern and black trees.

66. Feel free to decorate this black sparkly house.

The roof is white. Contains bows and an upside down cross on a tower.

67. A gray house goes well with a white roof.

The shutters are crooked while bats fly on the top. The trees have orange glitter.

68. How about a glittery orange house with bats?

Has orange and black trim. Lawn has a jack-o’-lantern, trees, and black roses.

69. You might find plenty written on this house.

Not sure what the inscriptions say. Still, got to love the tower roofs and black trees.

70. A glitter house will always make an impression.

This one has a moon and some bats. But best to keep away if you value your life.

71. This seems like a nice restaurant.

Though I don’t think much of the menu. Like the skeletons dining on the table.

72. Can I interest you in The Thirsty Witch?

It’s a supply depot. Wonder if they supply potions, cauldrons, or brooms?

73. You don’t want to come across this shack at night.

The windows are boarded. Has grave stones nearby. Also, what’s coming from the chimney?

74. Now this house seems rather decrepit.

No wonder this ghost loves it. Also includes a spider and a smoking chimney.

75. You might just adore this candy corn house.

It’s in a triangle and it’s yellow, white, and orange. Not sure if it tastes like sugar wax.

76. You might be charmed by this black and white house.

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Then again, it might just be the photography. Includes a clock and a wrought iron fence.

77. You’ll find something ghostly at this green house.

The ghosts are on the roof and the door. The ground just consists of pumpkins and cats.

78. This orange house seems to be a favorite Halloween haunt.

Even has 2 Jack Skellingtons. 2 bats fly at the door.

79. This black house looks quite spooky.

Again, there are 2 Jack Skellingtons. Also includes a jack-o’-lantern and a few trees in the lawn.

80. You’d want to check out this lawn.

The plants on here seem straight out of Dr. Seuss. A black tree has a orange and black striped witch hat.

81. You’d be stumped seeing a large spider web on this house.

This one is made out of paper and it shows. And yes, you must beware.

82. Feel free to hear your fortune at this house.

This is an interesting house. Has a moon on the roof and an eye above the door. Kind of reminds me of Count Olaf’s house. If he actually fixed up the place.

83. My, those are really large bats.

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Yet, the house appears quite small. Though the trees resemble mere twigs.

84. You’ll be smart to avoid this creepy corner.

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Even has a jack-o’-lantern with eyes. The houses look rather decrepit, too.

85. The Frankensteins take a night in.

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Frankenstein’s monster. His bride does her make up in the bedroom.

86. This Halloween cottage brings out the autumn charm.

Has some witch legs sticking out of a cauldron. The door and lawn are also decorated with jack-o’-lanterns.

87. There’s something checkered about this haunted house.

Well, the roof has black and white checks. The top consists of a full moon and bats.

88. Beware of the plain white Victorian.

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Has pumpkins and leaves in the front. Yet, kind of has a desolate atmosphere.

89. This black house looks quite eerie.

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Kind of reminds me of a haunted house in a Dr. Seuss story. There’s a jack-o’-lantern and trees in the front.

90. This bright orange house has some black soot on the walls.

A witch flies over the roof. The trees have orange ornaments and stars. A cat also walks near the front porch roof.

91. Perhaps you care for a small, white cottage.

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Has 2 pumpkins near the door. Surrounded by a white picket fence.

92. A purple house will do quite nicely.

One of the windows has boards on it. The black trees even have ornaments on them.

93. What’s in that tower window?

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Well, there’s a figure. Still, wonder if this house also lights up.

94. You can see a witch fly past this house.

As you can look at the window. Has a balcony and an orange roof.

95. Perhaps a wooden house will do.

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It’s made from paper with a bare-limb tree and tombstones. Bats fly from the chimney.

96. This seems to be a happening place on Halloween.

Consists of ghosts, skeletons, and bats. Even the Frankensteins come inside.

97. A spider crawls on the roof of this black house.

The tower has a window. The trees are black. Wonder if it lights up.

98. Sometimes you have to turn up the glam.

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This one is decked with beads. Love the roses and trees.

99. A simple black house can do with some red.

Kind of reminds me of something that Dracula would move into when he’s fallen on hard times. Like the little crown decoration.

100. A fancy house will always entice you.

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This one is in bright colors and patterns. Though if it was in Whoville, it wouldn’t be haunted.

The Dark Scary World of Vintage Halloween Costumes (Fifth Edition)

Posted by historymaniacmegan on October 15, 2019

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For some mysterious reason, old vintage Halloween pictures seem to be a lot creepier for some reason. Maybe it’s the black and white photography. Maybe it’s how the costumes were made. Maybe it’s their conception of scary. I don’t know. Still, when you look at them, they’re bound to freak you out and give you nightmares for weeks to come. Anyway, for your reading pleasure, I give you another assortment of nightmarish vintage Halloween costumes. Sweet dreams.

She’s all dressed in ready for the spiderweb ball.

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So is this how they dressed for Halloween during the 18th century? Or did people during the 18th century not celebrate it?

2. Now, everyone, smile for the camera.

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Man, I don’t think the guy dressed as a Native American would fly today. Also, some of the masks are quite terrifying.

3. I’m sure this witch is kind to her animals.

Yet, I’m not exactly sure by the grin on her face. Also, that cat looks like it’s stuffed.

4. The kitchen staff can be such animals.

Okay, I don’t want to go in there. For all I know they could be cooking some of Hannibal Lecter’s best known recipes.

5. We all have our bad hair days.

Yet, she could use a full-on makeover. Then again, witches don’t care much about their looks, anyway.

6. Even a ghostly skeleton seeks to pick up chicks.

I’m sure this version of Ghost doesn’t contain the iconic pottery wheel scene. In fact, I don’t think they’ll be making love to “Unchained Melody” anytime soon either.

7. You’d think this lady was batty.

Yes, she’s in a sexy bat costume. But her dress doesn’t make much sense to me, save for fanservice.

8. Perhaps buying your costume isn’t as great as it seems.

Yeah, the masks look kind creep thanks to black and white photography. Still, the one with the leopard print doesn’t seem to have a face.

9. Want to dress as a sexy ghost? Just put a white bag on your head.

You could never pull this kind of costume in PA. Mainly because the weather’s under 50 degrees by this point.

10. May I present to you the 19th century version of the Village People.

As you can see, they’re not exactly a lively bunch. In fact, they seem more likely to kill you in your sleep.

11. What a couple of babies.

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Okay, these two look too big to be babies. Yet, their masks can just scare the living shit out of you.

12. You might fly with these Peter Pan costumes.

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These are actually really terrifying. And it really says a lot since Peter Pan is an incredibly creepy movie.

13. Here you see Spiderman and Batman hang out with Colonel Sanders.

What a way to show a good example to kids, superheroes. Of course, masked vigilantism doesn’t help either.

14. How about you hang near the car?

That duck mask is frightening. Then again, the chicken mask may even be scarier.

15. Hope the trick-or-treaters can make themselves comfortable.

Okay, those vintage costumes are actually scarier in color. Even in regards to Princess Aurora, Casper, and Snoopy.

16. These kids are just resting on the grass.

These masks are incredibly terrifying. Don’t look now, but I think these kids are devising ways to kill neighbors who don’t give them candy.

17. Have fun trick-or-treating, kids.

Apparently, someone managed to make Spiderman and the Lone Ranger scary. While the Wolf man seems kind of lame.

18. That’s an odd looking giraffe.

Since the giraffe is made out of paper. Still, wonder how the girl can see in it.

19. Beware of the chicken boy.

I don’t know why the kid just stick around transfixed on the chicken. When the girl should be running away screaming for her dear life.

20. These two are just walking the street on their Halloween haunt.

The witch seems like she’s wearing Groucho Marx glasses without the mustache. But it should be the ghost that really scares us.

21. You might want to get away from the monster behind you.

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That’s Frankenstein’s monster attacking that boy. And I’m sure the boy might need another pair of pants.

22. Sorry to crash a medieval plague doctors meeting.

Since they’re all wearing bird masks and cloaks. Still, if it was the 1300s, we’d wonder how many of them will be left next year.

23. You’d think this is an odd-looking bird.

Well, it’s a cardboard costume. But it kind of looks eerie in black and white photography.

24. Beware of the little red devil.

I’m sure this kid is all right. But the costume makes him seem like a little terror out of hell.

25. A mother sits with her strangely dressed children.

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Two of them are supposed to be dwarfs, I think. One’s a cowboy. And one’s the Monopoly Man. But all seem rather dead inside.

26. This woman just wears a dress, mask, and cone hat.

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Wearing that, you’d think she was on her way to a cult meeting. But she has a pumpkin on her dress.

27. These four just hang around the front door.

But look at their masks and you don’t want them in your house. Seriously, they make Freddy Krueger look like a character on Sesame Street.

28. You wouldn’t want to run into this little clown at night.

Wonder if this is a childhood photo of Pennywise the Clown. I mean he had to be a child somehow.

29. Here a ghost emerges from the bushes.

Let’s hope he didn’t make it from some Klan robe. Because they were a thing back in the Gilded Age and 1920s.

30. This doesn’t seem like a fun Halloween party.

Consists of a scary clown and two very offensive stereotypes. For God’s sake it was the early 1900s. Times were really racist.

31. Well, this seems like a strange horse race.

Yes, you see people sharing horse costumes. One guy has very little legs like Lord Farquad.

32. Don’t hitch a ride with these masked men.

Since they’ll take you to an undisclosed location. Then they’ll kill you and rip you to pieces.

33. Who knows what this clown will do to these two women.

Yeah, I get that he’s wearing a tall hat. But I think after this picture was taken, the two women were never seen again.

34. The skull person is within the living room.

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Indeed, they’re not scaring anyone. But in time, they will chase teenagers with a knife once it gets dark.

35. Each trick-or-treater shall receive a large pumpkin bag.

The devil and Raggedy Ann masks will haunt your dreams. The cat, not so much.

36. Sometimes a white mask is all you need.

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She’s even on roller skates. That means she can go after you with a knife faster. Except on the stairs.

37. Are those kids or ventriloquist dummies?

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Well, they could be kids wearing masks. Yet, they don’t really seem very lifelike to me. Something’s off here.

38. The light’s quite misty, isn’t it?

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One of the revelers reminds me of an undead muppet. Another has a rather creepy clown face.

39. Apparently, someone’s fallen into a creepy cult ritual.

These women wear dresses with markings on them. But they must dance around two virgins before they sacrifice them to their blood hungry god.

40. A witch stands with her cat.

She seems rather lonely. Mostly because everyone’s frightened of her. And her cat’s plush, I think.

41. These two seem like a rather odd couple.

One wears a mask with make while looking dashing in a top hat and coat. The other wears a mask and a dress.

42. Here’s a friendly guy you’d meet in the park.

Kind of reminds me of the guy kicked off The Muppet Show. Since he often gave kids candy from his windowless van. Or so I heard.

43. Care to see the clown in the corner?

On second thought, I’ll pass on that one. Don’t want to be found near the river with an ax in my back.

44. Don’t you ever refuse to give these kids candy.

Because if you do, they will kill you. Even if you honestly ran out, they will still slay you. So please have candy ready for them.

45. Sandra finds romance on Planet of the Apes.

“Come to me, you damn dirty ape. Send me to your monkey bar sex dungeon.”

46. Don’t you dare cross this masked maid.

Mess with her and she’ll make sure you pay with your life. And she’ll make you pay.

47. You might enjoy this jolly clown.

Okay, this clown is terrifying. Avoid him like the plague if you value your life.

48. You’d swear you’ve seen these trick-or-treaters from space.

These costumes are quite frightening. Yet, the astronaut has to wear a rocket shaped mask for some reason.

49. “Come and play with us, Danny.”

Those princess masks are guaranteed to give you nightmares. Will certainly haunt your dreams.

50. Perhaps you might enjoy a couple of sisters.

One doesn’t pretend not to care. The other’s thinking about skinning the neighbor’s cat.

51. Make sure your stick matches your masks.

Though each one is just as scary. And the kids in the back certainly know it.

52. Looks like the Turnip ghost caused some scares.

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The woman is freaking out. The guy is splayed on the floor. Wonder if this is some horror cosplay scene.

53. Just because you’re a woman doesn’t mean you can’t be Batman.

Well, she’s an early incarnation of Batwoman. But what am I kidding? Batman wasn’t around yet.

54. Well, we’ve got a couple of lone rangers.

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Actually, one’s supposed to be Zorro. But they will strike if not given candy for trick-or-treating.

55. “Won’t you come and spoon with me?”

Oh, hell no. For God’s sake I’m not that desperate for cuddles.

56. “I’m just a little school girl.”

I don’t know about you. But that’s a dude who looks like a lady to me. Possible ancestor of Steve Tyler from Aerosmith.

57. “Get off my lawn, you brats!”

For if you don’t, he’ll run you down and cut you up in his basement. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.

58. Watch out for the locker room ghosts.

Of course, they probably didn’t have the time and resources for a full sheet. So they used pillow cases instead. One even has a black bag.

59. “I shall call him, Mini Me.”

These two wear the same cone black hats. The smaller boy is pure evil.

60. I give you, the Elephant Man.

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Okay, that’s kind of insensitive. Joseph Merrick deserves more dignity than that. Then again, he probably doesn’t know anything about Merrick.

61. Send in the big clowns.

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On second thought, do clowns really need to be inflated. That just makes them scarier.

62. “Are you comfortable, madam?”

This mouse seems rather hospitable to that girl. Don’t really want to what kind of relationship they have.

63. “Let’s just watch that house burn.”

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These masks are so terrifying even if they’re supposed to be dolls and clowns. And I’m sure they just set a house on fire.

64. Clown or space alien? You decide.

Actually, she’s probably dressed like a clown. But her tall hat totally seems like it’s from another planet.

65. These two always stick together.

Mostly because they’re dressed as co-join twins. They do a lot together, including murder.

66. “Want to join us at the farm?”

They’re all decked in their pajamas like they’re having a slumber party. Though I’ll pass on this one.

67. This black cat lingers in the alley.

Sure they may look scary. But the 2019 trailer to Cats just makes it look tame in comparison.

68. Hello boys and girls, it’s Beppo the clown.

For God’s sake, kill this infernal creature with fire. Before he kills somebody or gets in a daycare center.

69. Don’t want to run into these monsters even on a good day.

They’re just kids in Halloween costumes. But the masks are simply spooky.

70. Don’t mess with these clown ladies.

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Mock their circus act and I swear they will rain fire and terror on you. Or they’ll just kill you in your sleep.

71. Skull girl just loves hanging among the flowers.

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Hey, at least she’s not Rhoda from the Bad Seed. She wouldn’t kill anyone for trivial stuff like a penmanship award. But she will if you mess with her.

72. Why so sad, scarecrow?

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Guy looks like a sagging and depressed muppet. And with bad fashion sense.

73. This witch is awfully fond of these little girls.

Wonder if that witch is in costume. But she shows eyes of ill intent.

74. Care for some clandestine greenhouse ritual?

The kids seem like they’re dressed in their pajamas. The mom’s dressed as a witch.

75. Here’s a still from the new Joker movie.

Well, that might be a little too early. But I’m sure he’ll grow up to be an unstable psychopath nonetheless.

76. Pretty short to have mustaches, don’t you think?

One’s wearing a dress to indicate she’s clearly a girl. But these two seem like they’re silently judging you in those creepy masks.

77. “Here’s Toodles!”

Seeing that clown hovering over that family sends shivers down my spine. Also, is he holding a gun?

78. “I just came here to pick up a few things like your soul.”

I can understand why that girl’s screaming. Still, kind of way too young for this Faustian bargain thing. I think there should be an age of consent for that.

79. Got you 4 little devils in a row.

They’re even all holding masks. But come midnight, they will wreak havoc on a murder spree.

80. These robots come from another galaxy.

But mess with them, they’re bound to exterminate you. They also have great fashion sense.

Ghastly Halloween Greetings in the Ghoulish Days of Old (Fifth Edition)

Posted by historymaniacmegan on October 12, 2019

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Now it’s on to the Halloween vintage cards. In these days, there seems to be a greeting card for almost everything. In the olden days, this was no exception except in regards to MLK Day because the great civil rights leader wasn’t born yet or any kind of holidays white people didn’t celebrate. Anyway, given that Halloween greeting cards are apparently still a thing, you shouldn’t be surprised to see plenty vintage ones. However, in many ways, the vintage cards usually tend to be crazier for various reasons. Some may be dated. Some may be inappropriate. Some may be racist. And some may contain imagery that doesn’t seem to fly today. So for your reading pleasure, I bring you another assortment of crazy vintage Halloween greeting cards.

The moon doesn’t seem too happy these days.

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“Why the hell would leave a perfectly good office binder on my doorstep? Don’t they know they’re very expensive?”

2. “I wish you a jolly Halloween.”

And that’s not a safe way to hold a jack-o’-lantern, kids. Honestly, that’s a fire hazard.

3. Want to catch a jack-o’-lantern? Spread crumbs through a wagon, I think.

That way, he’ll be happy to tag behind you wherever you go. Still, how did anyone think this was a good idea?

4. This demon comes out to greet you from the jack-o’-lantern.

Seems kind of friendly for a creature of Hell. Guess it’s hot inside that jack-o’-lantern.

5. While mere mortals use jack-o’-lanterns as Halloween decoration, witches use them for broom headlights.

If it can talk, it doubles as a GPS system. Who knows how the characters in Harry Potter can do without them.

6. “O! Ghostly friend,/Thy hair’s on end/What fearful fate do you portend?”

To be honest, the corn guy’s more likely freaking me out. Seriously, it just gives me nightmares.

7. “Whoo-oo dares keep Halloween with me?”

The owl’s like, “I’ve got my eyes on you, floating pumpkin head.” Or something like that.

8. Feel free to sit down in your jack-o’-lantern bib.

Actually that bib’s kind of creepy if you ask me along with the jack-o’-lanterns on the top corners. Also, the girl seems like she’s slightly suffocating.

9. Don’t know if you want a bat pop up from a jack-o’-lantern.

Seems like everyone in this is freaked out by this. Save for the black cat for some reason.

10. Even the pumpkins make out in the pumpkin patch on Halloween night.

Still, despite the inscription, how do pumpkins hug and kiss? Linus, can you answer me on this one?

11. Perhaps you might want to go as a skeletal bat for Halloween.

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Seriously, she’s dressed up as a bat that bit into a powerline. Kind of disturbing if you think about it.

12. “With all Hallowe’en Greetings.”

Yet, that owl’s watching the creepy pumpkin man follow the seeds from the woman’s contraption. Wonder if this was a thing back then.

13. Pumpkin head kids wish you a jolly Halloween.

Oh, those creepy orange kids with one holding a poor cat. Makes me wonder if this is a childhood photo of Donald Trump. Wouldn’t surprise me.

14. Bet you don’t want a skeleton to get you.

Are those monsters supposed to be goblins? Also, why is one riding a cat?

15. When a witch wants a kid to get off her lawn, she means it.

Here she chases a kid with a jack-o’-lantern on a stick. And I thought witches ate kids. Then again, that may not be the case.

16. Forget brooms. The modern witch travels on a biplane of giant playing cards.

She even has a jack-o’-lantern on the front for navigation. And yes, it runs on owl power. But the cat’s kind of afraid of heights.

17. This Halloween, stay out of the cabbage patch.

No, these aren’t the Cabbage Patch kids you remember. Actually this cabbage people make out scene is getting a bit out of hand.

18. “For ways that are dark and tricks that are vain. Watch out!”

Here a black cat sits with 4 scary jack-o’-lanterns. But at least they’re not lit, yet.

19. Everyone loves a Halloween costume party.

Though whether to dance with a medieval version of the Joker is another matter. Seriously, his costume’s kind of freaky if you ask me.

20. The black cat in a pumpkin has a letter for you.

Though the kid doesn’t seem to think twice about trusting the cat. Kind of looks hypnotized. Also, note the sticks under the pumpkin.

21. Riding a broom on an ear of corn gives a witch more seat room.

But make sure the ear is giant size and has bat wings. Also, I think she might drive using a sideways steering wheel.

22. On Halloween, fell free to hoist the jack-o’-lantern flag.

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Instead of a skull and crossed bones, this flag has a jack-o’-lantern and crossed candles. Yet, the witchy woman has a rather suggestive expression.

23. The jack-o’-lantern always watches outside.

So maybe playing naked outside at night is not a good idea. Not that it would be anyway.

24. Dancing pumpkin man wishes you a happy Halloween.

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Unlike most depictions, he’s wearing a suit. Still, he’s guaranteed to inspire nightmares.

25. This little witch wishes you Halloween greetings.

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Though I’m not necessarily sure that she’s sitting appropriately. This is especially since she has her skirt up.

26. It takes two to carry a large jack-o’-lantern.

Nonetheless, the jack-o’-lantern seems to have a mind of its own. As you can tell by the eyes.

27. For many, Halloween is a time of love.

But since these kids have their hands on the jack-o’-lantern too long, the pumpkin’s starting to feel smushed. Seriously, they need their space once in awhile.

28. Wanna make some noise?

Yet, the pumpkin guys sitting on the gourd are very unsettling to me. One doesn’t seem too happy with the girl blowing her horn.

29. Don’t look at the jack-o’-lantern in the barrel.

Since there’s a rather creepy kid inside. And I don’t think the kid in front really wants to know.

30. Halloween greetings from the witch with a pumpkin fetish.

Hey, it may not look the least bit normal. But at least she’s not making out with Donald Trump.

31. Be careful in a room with masks.

Actually I don’t know why this woman can be in the same room with all these scary masks. Since they all look incredibly terrifying.

32. Ghost jack-o’-lantern wishes you happy Halloween on a broomstick.

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The outfit’s rather translucent. Though the jack-o’-lantern doesn’t seem sure how to fly this thing.

33. “The joys of Halloween be yours.”

Excuse me, but what the hell is Cupid doing here? This isn’t even his holiday. He’s Valentine’s Day.

34. Don’t be surprised to see double this Halloween.

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You can see how the images mirror each other. While the jack-o’-lantern thinks it’s just crazy.

35. Hide all you want to, but you can’t fool the moon.

To be fair these jack-o’-lanterns are rather creepy. But what are they doing behind that stack?

36. A witch and owl love hanging out together on the moon.

That owl looks abnormally huge. Because most don’t grow that big. Yet, the witch doesn’t care.

37. There’s nothing on Halloween like making out in a jack-o’-lantern.

First, that’s a major safety hazard since the clothes could catch on fire. Second, the cat and owl are basically like, “get a room, you two.”

38. The moon always knows a hot witch when it sees one.

Here the moon gazes on the witch with a pervy smile. While the witch might want to blow out her candle so the moon doesn’t see her as well.

39. Now where did that slice of cake go?

Yes, these creepy pupkin people have it for some reason. Maybe I’ll be okay without it. I’ll live.

40. Seems like her high beams are flashing.

See what I mean about a jack-o’-lantern functioning has headlights on a broomstick. Why don’t they have that in Harry Potter?

41. Remember that witches will kidnap your children.

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I don’t have a good feeling about these kids. Since witches are known to eat children. The boy doesn’t seem to mind though.

42. All kinds of demons can come out of a jack-o’-lantern.

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Here it sits upon a sinister black cat. Must be magical because I can’t see how the cat can retain its balance.

43. An owl sits upon a glowing jack-o’-lantern holding an apple.

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Yet, the girl seems rather fascinated instead of freaking out. Because how can the owl get inside? And it can basically claw and peck you to death.

44. Here this woman sits on a jack-o’-lantern dressed as an owl.

Yet, the giant jack-o’-lantern has a rather terrifying expression. Since even the cat’s freaking out.

45. You can always sit back on a jack-o’-lantern with a candle on Halloween.

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The pumpkin’s glowing. While the cat is glaring at the viewer with malicious intent. Wouldn’t want to go near that thing.

46. Don’t look now but I think that jack-o’-lantern’s stoned out of its mind.

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Not sure what’s in that pipe. But I also think the jack-o’-lantern’s looking up that woman’s skirt. That cat’s like, “Not cool, man.”

47. A campfire is always a graveyard smash.

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And yet, one’s running away in fear, two are on top of each other, and the would’ve gotten a selfie to post on Instagram. Only trouble is that smartphones and Instagram aren’t around yet.

48. Happy Halloween by the demon child soldier.

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Once you’re asleep, this little boy will come into your room with a knife and kill you. If you don’t take some time to lock your doors first.

49. Here a little witch picks up a name from the jack-o’-lantern.

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Whoever’s name she gets, she’ll go to their house and turn them into a newt. And I’m not sure if they’ll get better.

50. Happy Halloween from behind the haystack.

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Now that looks like a fire hazard waiting to happen. Wouldn’t be surprise if the jack-o’-lantern leads to the stack catching on fire and the boy burning to a crisp.

The Spooky World of Halloween Pumpkin Dioramas (Fifth Edition)

Posted by historymaniacmegan on October 8, 2019

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Almost every October for the last five years, my pumpkin diorama posts have always been perennial favorites. As you can see above, these consists of dioramas inside pumpkins. Though I often put them under Halloween decorations, they’re not exclusively so. After all, I’ve put up some pumpkin dioramas relating to Dia de los Muertos and Thanksgiving. Nonetheless, since most of these relate to Halloween, I usually put them there. Not to mention, pumpkin dioramas are often difficult to find. Anyway, for your reading pleasure, I bring you another assortment of pumpkin dioramas for this Halloween season.

This pumpkin will bring you all the way to the Upside Down.

On top is the Byers’ living room. On the bottom is the Upside Down.

2. A skull always belongs in a haunted house.

The skull is even on a stack of pumpkins. The house is obviously made out of cardboard.

3. Seems like the tree lost its leaves.

The tree on this one is a twig. Yet, the grass looks quite dead and freaky.

4. Nobody could resist these two scarecrows.

This is a Thanksgiving diorama. But you have to admire the different colored pumpkins inside.

5. Don’t want to spend a scary night camping.

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Inside this one is a campsite. And it’s only lit by one fire.

6. This skeleton’s just chilling in the grave.

The pumpkin here is rather small. But the owl on top is so adorable.

7. These kids are just spending some time in a scary cemetery.

This is more of a collage with cut outs of kids and grave stones. Kind of scary, isn’t it?

8. You receive ghoulish greetings from this pumpkin house.

This one just has a fake candle inside the front doorway. The windows even have shutters.

9. Even witches enjoy a carousel ride now and then.

This one uses a pumpkin for a witch carousel. Wonder if it spins around.

10. You don’t know what’s lurking in this haunted forest.

This one isn’t nearly as dark as some of the others. But there’s a little black creature with fangs facing the opening.

11. Barb has been taken by the Upside Down.

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Poor Barb. Taken from us long before we really got to know her. She will be missed.

12. An orange glitter house will always stand out.

This orange house stands in front of a black background. Includes glitter trees and a white pumpkin.

13. Turkeys lurk in the pumpkin patch at night.

The pumpkins are made from peeps. While the crescent moon’s made from construction paper. Enjoy life while it lasts, turkeys.

14. Dog fans will howl over this pumpkin scene.

It just consists of doggy cut outs. And yes, the dogs are wearing costumes.

15. A white house can use some lighting.

This one has black roofs though. Also includes an orange pumpkin. The lights are on the ground.

16. Linus sits to wait for the Great Pumpkin.

This one has holes for stars while Snoopy sleeps on top in his WWI flying ace outfit. Seems to promote an orthodontics office.

17. This Cinderella pumpkin is quite 18th century.

This is made out of cut outs. Let’s hope they’re not in France since we know what happened there.

18. Cinderella, your castle awaits.

Seems like Cinderella left her shoe. Still, the stars are purple lights.

19. Perhaps you might be interested in a pumpkin ship.

This is pretty creative. Even has carrot cannons. Not sure how well it’ll do in the water though.

20. Death doesn’t have to end all your relationships.

This one has a skeletal bridal couple near a grave stone. A crow sits on top the pumpkin.

21. A witch flies over the neighborhood.

This consists of paper vintage imagery. And no, it doesn’t look very scary.

22. Looks like a hanging took place there.

Since the skeletons hang from the trees. Still, I wonder if there’s a picnic going on.

23. Skeletons love to hang around in the cemetery.

Unlike the others, this one seems to be made from a gourd. Yet the skeletons seem to be having fun.

24. This seems like a cozy witch’s cottage.

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See? Witches are just like everyone else. Also, spiders crawl on the edges.

25. Want to hear your fortune?

She holds her crystal ball to look into your future. And yes, her ball lights up in the dark.

26. This graveyard must be especially spooky.

This one has a skeleton hanging near a gravestone. Yet, the trees look incredibly creepy.

27. Want to go into a haunted parlor?

Yes, it certainly looks haunted like an abandoned Victorian mansion. Just see how the edge is covered in fake moss.

28. This must be a rather cozy cottage.

Has a freestanding fireplace with cabinets against the walls. A vine of red leaves covers the outside.

29. Frankenstein’s monster haunts the premises.

Indeed, he wanders around the graves. Mostly since it’s one of the few places people can’t bother him.

30. These scary monsters will always be spooky.

Includes a skeleton, black cat, and a jack-o’-lantern in front of a haunted house. Has a bow on top.

31. Halloween is always a graveyard smash.

Features a dog in a scary costume holding a rose. Edge is decked with pink and yellow flower lights.

32. This pumpkin has become very infested.

Inside is a scary graveyard. Outside you have spiders and webs. Even lights up.

33. This skeleton hangs around with his friends.

After all, they’re all as dead as he is. There’s even a web in the background.

34. The skeletons and ghosts come out at night.

The inside decor is made of paper. You can see a witch flying in front of the moon.

35. Care to pose for a group photo?

This one’s derived from old photos. While the edging is in orange and black.

36. The skeleton sits back and relaxes in front of his haunted home.

He’s even having the ghosts over. some are even held by sticks.

37. “This is Halloween! This is Halloween!”

Yes, someone made a pumpkin diorama of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Here Jack casually walks his ghost dog.

38. A skeleton paints a masterpiece.

This is for Dia de los Muertos. Outside is decorated with beats and flowers.

39. May they always be together in death.

Has a skeleton couple in wedding clothes. The groom doesn’t seem too happy.

40. It’s always fun at Camp Boo.

This one has a lot of jack-o’-lanterns inside. There’s even a black cat.

41. This mouse has managed to make a cozy home.

This mouse uses 2 pumpkins for a cottage. One is a living room. One is a bedroom.

42. This seems to be a rather happy cemetery.

Most of these are made out of rocks. The Halloween figures are painted.

43. This party’s dead on arrival.

Well, it’s a Dia de los Muertos pumpkin. And someone seems to cry over something.

44. A glittering night is always one of romantic scares.

There’s a newly married couple in a cemetery. And here they stand among glittering pumpkins.

45. This pumpkin has gone to the spiders.

Well, this one has 2 spiders along rocks. While a dragon fly flies on top.

46. Someone must be hungry for brains.

You don’t want to see a zombie rising out of the grave. Best you avoid cemeteries during a zombie apocalypse.

47. Someone’s here to trick or treat.

The doll’s dressed as a lion. Candy’s on the table with the jack-o’-lanterns.

48. A fire will warm you up on a cold, dark night.

Is that supposed to be snow? Also has a ghoulish figure on top.

49. A lone wolf howls at the moon.

Though we all know that the pack must be nearby. Has plenty of fall decor if you ask me.

50. A pumpkin house is always fitting.

It even has sticks that make the roof, windows, and door. Also includes a fence and 2 jack-o’-lanterns.

The Creepy, Crawly World of Scary Halloween Craft Projects (Fifth Edition)

Posted by historymaniacmegan on October 6, 2019

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During October, it’s not unusual for people to make their homes into a haunted house. Fortunately, plenty of retail stores have been willing to oblige since September. There’s even a store called Spirit Halloween, which is having its biggest season right now. After all, Halloween is a major cash cow holiday since it has so many fans. After all, unlike a lot of big holidays,you don’t have any obligation to spend Halloween with your family. Unless your children require adult supervision. Anyway, while most people prefer to buy their Halloween decorations, others may make their own. So for your reading pleasure, I give you another assortment of spooky Halloween crafts. Enjoy.

Doilies are great for spider webs.

They’re stretched on rings and have plastic spiders on them. Not sure if you can use them for coasters.

2. You’ll find a lot of cobwebs on this frame.

Well, this frame also has large plastic spiders on, too. Great for freaking out the arachnophobe in your life.

3. Your spider wreath can use a little bling.

It’s mostly covered in buttons. Recommended to hang on any front door of a haunted house.

4. A blinged skull is essential for any haunted home.

Though I wouldn’t recommend reciting Shakespeare with this one. Alas, poor Yorick, I knew him well….”

5. Don’t mind the mummy at the front door.

It comes well wrapped. Then again, considering the cobwebs, you’d almost think it’s a cocoon.

6. This bony wreath can really use a hand.

Just make sure none of these skeleton hands came from a graveyard. Still, love how they spray painted them silver.

7. Care to light that bloody candle?

I’m sure the melted parts are painted red. Still, they kind of seem rather bloody disgusting.

8. She shows too much in that dress.

Because you can clearly see her bones. Not to mention, she has an unusually long tail.

9. You don’t want to drink anything from these bottles.

All of these potions are made from the finest ingredients from Chernobyl. Don’t ask how they got them.

10. These wooden blocks are all ghostly.

Well, they’re painted white with ghost faces on them. Great for a mantle or patio.

11. Hope you enjoy this spooky Halloween lantern.

Has an owl at the top with some other sparkly decor. While a ghost sits inside.

12. I believe the house is “Witch Way.”

Will you find witches inside? Or just people giving candy to kids? Only enter if you dare.

13. A porcelain jack-o’-lantern can always use a stand.

This one has the pumpkin on a wreath of fall foliage. Makes a great centerpiece.

14. A bauble and feather wreath will certainly make your Halloween a festive occasion.

Even includes shiny jack-o’-lanterns. Just hang it on a wall or doorway with cautions. Because baubles are very delicate things.

15. That Halloween table can really use a spider web.

This is made out of black tinsel garland you can get at a party store. Great for any Halloween party.

16. You’ll get a good scare out of this sign.

Says “Spooky.” The O’s have googly eyes along with a skull and crossed bones.

17. Even the trees can be quite monstrous.

This is just a small tree with multiple eyes. And they can see everywhere.

18. Cousin Itt has come over to join us.

I’m sure this is just a figure with straw on it used for decoration. Still, Cousin Itt isn’t exactly hard to do.

19. Black roses often have eyes.

This flower wreath is spray-painted black with eyeballs. Should you see this, enter if you dare.

20. This wreath is infested with spiders.

Actually, it’s covered with plastic silver spiders. While a large one is on the bottom.

21. A feather wreath can use a few skulls.

These skulls are in black, orange, green, and purple. Great for any haunted front door.

22. Seems like nobody touched these potion jars in a long time.

Yet, despite the spiders and cobwebs, you see something glowing inside them. Someone might want to clean house once in awhile.

23. Perhaps you might find a wooden Frankenstein quite spooky.

Well, it consists of 2 blocks and says “Spooky.” Sure it may not scare, but it’s adorable nonetheless.

24. You have to be crazy to come here.

After all the signs warn “Dead End,” “Haunted,” and “Turn Back.” Covered in cobwebs with a crow on top.

25. Don’t let your trick-or-treaters go out without these bags.

They’re treat bags with jack-o’-lanterns on them. One is scary black. The other is a chilly white.

26. You won’t have bad luck with this black cat wreath.

It’s fuzzy with whiskers and a nose. But at least it’s not as scary as the Cats trailer.

27. This sign will leave you screaming.

It’s just a large, striped, panel that says, “EEK!” In purple letters with orange dots. Or are those lights?

28. Beware of what you drink from these bottles.

They’re bottles spray-painted black and have labels on them. Good for display purposes only.

29. Hope you don’t piss off the owls.

Well, these owls are made out of wood. But the branches are quite eerie.

30. Guess the witch can’t get out of the ceiling.

Well, it’s an umbrella with legs. And she wore a green tulle slip, too.

31. Wonder what orange substance is in this jar.

Seems like the jar’s painted. Yet, the cameo is of a skeleton lady.

32. Perhaps you might like a green skull with glowing eyes.

It’s a green skull with eyes that light up. Perfect for any Halloween table on a dark and stormy night.

33. A jeweled witch’s hat can be quite magical.

It’s a green skull with eyes that light up. Perfect for any Halloween table on a dark and stormy night.

34. These ghosts travel all in a line.

They basically consist of white sheets, string, and a stick. But if you make one, be sure to make a lot of them.

35. There will be all eyes on this wreath.

And yes, we’re talking that eyes are literally on this wreath. Also, lights up at night.

36. Hope these wooden ghosts don’t scare you.

Actually they seem rather friendly. But then again, they might just be putting it on to lure you into their clutches.

37. Black cat lights make any room creepy.

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These lights have black cats on them. So it seems like they’re eerily looking at you.

38. Paper mache can make monstrous creatures sitting around.

Consists of a hooded figure and a witch. These light up, by the way.

39. Zoltar will tell you your fortune.

Because Zoltar knows all. Even though his box is made out of cardboard.

40. Don’t let your kids near this demonic pumpkin.

Yes, the pumpkin looks as if it’s eating a trick-or-treater. Feel free to call his parents that he won’t be coming home tonight or ever.

41. All the most fashionable witches don some spider jewelry.

Includes a silver spider ring and a spider charm bracelet. Bracelet even includes a skeleton key.

42. Are those brains hanging from the ceiling?

Well, they’re lit up so they’re not real. But you don’t want to be in the same room with them.

43. That witch better watch where she’s flying.

Yep, she flew right into the wall on her broomstick. Sometimes those covens can get pretty wild.

44. Perhaps you might fancy a decoupage witch’s hat.

I don’t think it’s meant for wearing though. Still, has a cobweb on the brim.

45. These candy trees are infested.

You don’t see as many candy decor on Halloween as you do on Christmas. Save the case for candy corn but that’s just sugar wax not fit for human consumption.

46. Hope these glowing hands don’t snatch you during the night.

Not sure what these are supposed to be made of. Butt seeing floating and glowing hands around will scare the crap out of me.

47. Perhaps anyone into vintage stuff might appreciate this scary wreath.

This looks like it’s in tatters. Then again, being Halloween, that’s kind of the point.

48. How about a witch’s hat on a hat box?

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