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How to Dress Up (Your House) for Halloween
I am a busy mom to four and I am completely obsessed with all things house and home. I have an eye for pretty and love to write about making beautiful and livable spaces at my blog www.shabbynest.blogspot.com .
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My 5-year-old son is completely obsessed by Halloween this year. As we drive down the street, any house that has Halloween decorations is cause for acclamation. I started out the season wanting just a few tasteful decorations, but his enthusiasm has taken over, and our house has become very festive thanks to his efforts.
I did put my foot down when it came to the type of decorations I'll display, however. My Halloween decor tends to lean toward the elegant or whimsical, so anything too scary is out. But regardless of whether you're a fan of fun decor like me or you prefer spooky decorations, Halloween has the ability to bring out the kid in all of us.
Check out these clever ideas for bringing some Halloween spirit into your house.
I did put my foot down when it came to the type of decorations I'll display, however. My Halloween decor tends to lean toward the elegant or whimsical, so anything too scary is out. But regardless of whether you're a fan of fun decor like me or you prefer spooky decorations, Halloween has the ability to bring out the kid in all of us.
Check out these clever ideas for bringing some Halloween spirit into your house.
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| Invite some of your ancestors to dinner by dressing up vintage photos in "costume" and hanging them from a chandelier or displaying them on an easel. |
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Vinyl cutouts can be used to create a staircase full of creepy-crawlies.
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Skulls and crows are perennial Halloween favorites. Add them just about anywhere for a little spooky fun.
Don't feel like Halloween pumpkins always have to sport a jaggedy grin. Try a little something different when carving this year—like polka dots, for example.
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| Pumpkins displayed all askew add a whimsical touch to a front entry. |
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| Black and white Halloween decor is an elegant way add a festive feel. |
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| Pumpkin topiaries set a formal yet festive tone when greeting visitors at your front door. |
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| Want to make a little more of a statement? Add spiderwebs galore and nail boards across upper windows. Your house will definitely draw the attention of passers by. |
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| Long live chalkboard paint! Chalkboard pumpkins are a clever way to greet visitors. |
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No one ever said Halloween couldn't be pretty. Stacked pumpkins with seasonal foliage create a lovely centerpiece. What kind of Halloween decorations do you go for—whimsical, elegant or spooky?
More: Decorating with Orange and Black
More: Decorating with Orange and Black
Ideabook updated on Oct. 24, 2010.
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Click on the link if you would like to see my style. I'm not really into the scary but do love Halloween decor. I like to change it up every year. So much more fun!