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Budget Party – Under $15 Halloween Party

October 27, 2013 by Shellie Wilson

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When Oriental Trading offered me some products for a Halloween blog post I was very excited. The real challenge was not wanting to buy EVERYTHING. So I set myself a challenge to spend as little as possible. (Crazy I know).

My first criteria with Halloween Decorations was that they were CHILD friendly. Even if my kids find blood and gore acceptable, I don’t. When I came across the BOO Bunch Range I thought it was perfect.  I bought the following items below, which came in packs of 12 giving me loads of decorations for my very large room. I used two black table cloths (which I already had) to cover the table. I finished off the table with last years trick or treating buckets but you can buy some new ones and still be under $15. We were lucky enough to have a black wall so we used chalk to decorate it. We will probably add some more spiders and webs to the wall before the party too (using chalk).

Once you have added the food the table will not look so bare and it will add a new dimension. (I will add updated photo’s once the day arrives and the food goes out)

Boo Bunch Dangling Swirls – $2.99

Boo Bunch Cutouts $4.99

Black Table cloth $1.50

Jack O lantern tubs $2 for discount store

Add some extra Jack O Lanterns for a bigger party.

Oriental Trading supplied a $100 store credit for this review. I have some more exciting BUDGET party themes coming up soon!. Thanks Oriental Trading!

 

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Free Pattern – Colvin Socks

I recently finished making the Colvin Socks by The Velvet Acorn Designs, and I’m absolutely in love with how cozy and comfy they turned out! These socks are perfect for keeping your feet warm during chilly autumn and winter days. Whether you’re out for a hike or just relaxing on the couch, they’ll keep your toes toasty.

What I Love About the Pattern:

  • Super Comfortable: The socks are made with Wool of the Andes Tweed Worsted, which gives them that perfect blend of warmth and softness. No more cold feet on those chilly mornings!
  • Adjustable Fit: One thing I really appreciated was how customizable the fit is. You can easily adjust the size by changing the hook size, so you can make them as tight or as loose as you like. I made the small child size, and they fit perfectly for my little one, but I can see how easy it would be to tweak for other sizes.
  • Great for All Ages: The pattern includes sizes for both children and adults, so you can make matching socks for the whole family (how cute is that?).
  • Quick to Crochet: This is an easy pattern that works up pretty quickly, which makes it great for last-minute gifts or cozy projects to tackle on a cold weekend.

A Few Details:

  • Yarn: I used Wool of the Andes Tweed Worsted, which is a gorgeous yarn that’s 80% Peruvian Highland Wool and 20% Donegal Tweed. It gives the socks a rustic, cozy vibe that’s perfect for the season.
  • Hook Size: I used a 5mm hook, but you can easily adjust the size by going up or down a hook size to get the perfect fit.

All in all, the Colvin Socks are a fantastic crochet project for anyone looking to make warm, cozy socks for themselves or as a thoughtful gift for loved ones. The pattern is straightforward, and the finished result is so satisfying! I can’t wait to make more pairs in different sizes for my family.

If you’re looking for a simple yet stylish pattern, I definitely recommend giving these socks a try!

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