Showing posts with label costumes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label costumes. Show all posts
...as the final haul on Halloween night.

Steve Almond

Okay, so I'm a day late. And probably a dollar short. But, hey, I was living the dream (or playing student so I can get there), and taking Kiddo trick or treating.


Marty Mcfly, Husband, Dog and I enjoyed some family time...walking, trick or treating, and catching up.


Between parent-teacher conferences, coursework, and the ruckus Sandy raised, this week has been a little off-kilter. But I expect to have my blogging groove back by tomorrow. Just wait until I wow you with my latest ramblings!

Nothing on Earth so beautiful...

Thursday, November 1, 2012

I love Halloween. And the fact that Kiddo is a costume aficionado makes it even more fun. He's twelve this year, but I'm hoping that I will get to continue creating fun and unique costumes with him in the years to come.

There have been some superheroes over the years, of course, but for the most part he chooses to portray classic characters and is very un-kidlike in his decision making process. This kid was meant to be mine.

Instead of forking over big bucks for something he will only wear once, we get creative and stake out thrift stores months in advance. Because at one point he had a 4 year plan for Halloween costumes. And stuck with it. This one's for you, Kid.


Upon searching through dozens of discs containing our old photos, I realized that Jack Sparrow and Napoleon Dynamite are missing. Those were two of his best years! Jack was identical in every way, and his Napoleon costume was all out: the glasses, wig, and I Love Tater Tots shirt.

In the spirit of all things Halloween, I've decided to host my first giveaway! Kiddo's costume is a little trickier this year, so I thought it would be fun to play a little guessing game.

Here goes:
  1. Below are 3 photos featuring elements of his costume. 
  2. Put your guess in the comments section.
  3. I will put the names of those who correctly guess in a hat Tuesday evening and have Little Man pick the winner.
  4. I will announce the winner in my Halloween post and put a call-out for your email (if you're a no-reply blogger).
  5. A $10 Amazon e-card will be delivered to your inbox!

 
  
Good Luck!

A Walk Down Halloween Lane + My First Giveaway

Monday, October 29, 2012

Sunday Social

Hello, Friends! I haven't joined up in several weeks, but I'm back in the game! And just in time to talk about some Halloween favorites. 
Happy Sunday!

1. What was your favorite Halloween costume as a kid?

I had to think about this. I couldn't remember a single one. I'm not that old, I swear! I guess Halloween wasn't a huge deal in our house, and the cutoff for trick or treating was twelve. Perhaps that's why I love it so much as an adult...I didn't get my fill as a kid. The one costume that (finally) popped into my head was the one I wore the year I turned six. I was the tooth fairy. I wore a fru fru dress and carried a Barbie skirt that turned into a fancy drawstring bag. My mom filled it with some Legos so it rattled like it was full of teeth. If pictures exist, I have no idea where. I've never actually seen one.

2. If you could go back and dress up as something what would it be?

I want to be an owl! But I wouldn't go back and do it, because I want photographic evidence and the memories to go with it. I found some good candidates...some would need to be adapted for an adult, of course.

Source: google.com via Sarah on Pinterest
Source: google.com via Sarah on Pinterest

3. Favorite costume as an adult?

This particular Halloween was so fun, which is why it's my favorite costume. It was rather simple, really, but we went to a party at a new friend's house and had a blast.

2009

I was the doctor and my husband was the naughty nurse. I never thought I'd find myself applying lipstick, mascara, and eyeliner on my husband. He has luscious lashes!

4. Favorite Halloween Candy?

My son has a dairy allergy, so most chocolate candies are out. When going through his stash a couple years ago, I came across something called Coffee Crisp. It was insane! Apparently, they are popular in Canada, so I had to do some finagling to get my hands on some full size bars (and I don't even eat candy bars...it was that good!). They were awful! If you can't find a fresh lot of Coffee Crisps, don't bother.  Otherwise, Almond Joy and Reese's Peanut Butter Cups are favorites. So are Sweet Tarts.


5. Favorite Halloween Memory?

A few years ago, we were celebrating our first Halloween since moving to New England. Our neighborhood is pretty spread out, so we don't trick or treat around here. The counselor at my son's school told us about a great neighborhood. It was! My husband and I walked around with our pup and our kiddo, hot chocolate in hand. It was like a peaceful date night. Nothing earth-shattering happened, but it stands out as one of the best. Ever.

6. Whats your favorite scary movie?

I saw Urban Legend four times in the theater with various friends. I'm not big on horror movies, but that one was exciting and fun without being too horrible. One of my friends owned an Explorer, and we must have checked the backseat twenty times on the way home. 


I was so in love with Jared Leto as a teenager. He's gotten a little weird, but I think the love is still there, somewhere.

Sunday Social: Me, Myself and Halloween

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Sunday Social

Is there anything I don't like about fall? Nah. I could spend days on this post, but I'll try and contain myself. Here is the essence of what I love about fall...

Source: etsy.com via Sarah on Pinterest

One of the great perks about living in New England is the fall season. The leaves literally light up the landscape. I don't think it's quite the same anywhere else, and I'll miss it dearly when we move on.

Broccoli Chowder with Corn and Bacon
Thai Beef and Coconut Soup
Tortilla Soup with Black Beans

The food is amazing in fall. I'm not a huge soup person, but come fall I crave its warm comfort. I already have a huge stack of "must try" recipes.

Garnet Hill
Garnet Hill
J. Crew

The clothes!  Sure, t-shirts and shorts have their place, but they are nothing compared to being enveloped in an oh-so-soft sweater. I express my fashion personality so much more this time of year because I get the opportunity to experiment with and layer really great pieces. I rarely feel that way in the summer.

Keene Pumpkin Festival

The festivities! I love Halloween parties and celebrations. Our town hosts a two day event every October known as Pumpkin Festival, where we vie for the World Record in carved pumpkins. My husband, son and I each carve one and take it to town to enter in the count. We get to carve, but don't have pumpkins rotting on our front step. The entire town is lit up with jack-o-lanterns. It's amazing. Fingers crossed we win this year!

Bat Mobile
Homespun Pumpkins
Petrified Parlor

The decor! I was never one for scary, bloody decorations. Instead, I favor classic decorations that really scream (I couldn't resist a good pun) "Fall!". I think Halloween decorations can be pretty, fun, and understated. We love driving by houses covered in Halloween craziness, but it's just not my thing.

Earth Costume
Baby Masked Owl Costume

I love, love, love creating my son's costumes every year! He doesn't favor the typical store-bought superhero get ups, so I usually start scoping out thrift store finds in the months leading up to Halloween. He was the Mad Hatter in 2010, so I picked up funky pieces of clothing here and there until we'd built a pretty cool costume. The only thing we bought new was the hat and a little lace trim. It is hands-down my favorite costume, and it got rave reviews. It is one of my favorite things to do with him.

Boo-tiful Chocolate Marshmallow Cake

 I turn a year older! I have never feared birthdays, and how lucky am I to celebrate in my favorite month? It's like the gifts just keep on giving in October. 


I want to keep going! But, alas. I think I'll do a couple posts highlighting some of Kiddo's costumes over the years. This post took forever to write because I kept getting sidetracked by great fall pictures, ideas, and outfits. I have to move on and start writing the things I'm getting graded on!

Have a great week!

Sunday Social: Me, Myself and Fall

Sunday, October 7, 2012

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