Halloween came and went in a flash and although the candy treats still linger, tempting me with their chocolaty goodness, the decorations came down faster than an elephant on a broomstick. Yes, in less than 24 hours we had boxed them up and packed them back in their home in the garage. You see, unlike Christmas decor, some Halloween decorations don't really have that hang around longevity - you can't really keep the "life-like-amputated-rubber-foot" out on the lawn without garnering odd looks from the neighbors. But before I say my final goodbye to these festive delights this year, I want to share a few snaps with you...
This year we turned the walls of our living room into a haunted Halloween backdrop by creating murals using black and orange paper. The paper was glued onto foam board and then cut into spooky designs. We adhered these to the wall with masking tape that could easily be taken down without damaging the paintwork.
We also papered a few cardboard boxes with the black paper and cut out some orange paper windows and doors (that we stuck on to the box) to create a haunted village. It was a big hit with the kids!
The backdrop really helped set the scene for our Halloween festivities and we plan to add to the landscape next year so that it builds and builds.
We are now considering making another mural too for the upcoming Holiday season - maybe a winter wonderland backdrop. I'll be sure to post the tutorial here if we do.
Happy Crafting!
Jackie
My Submarine To The Future
How simple and yet really well done. I love the houses, I am so going to copy those for next year. Thanks for reminding me that black and orange construction paper is very pretty together.
ReplyDeleteThanks SuzieQ! I'm so glad you like them. They were a lot of fun to make. My son loved the houses so much he still has one in his room! :)
ReplyDeleteCute idea!! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Ayumi! I really appreciate you saying so.
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