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Drought Drives Up Cost of Pumpkins

Karen Weideman — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 21:19:19 +0000

Last year I was going to take my preschool class to the pumpkin patch, but plans had to be changed when I found out there were no pumpkins left. It seems there is a shortage of pumpkins again this year due to the scorching summer weather and extreme drought. As you can imagine, a low harvest drives up prices.

If you simply must have a pumpkin to carve for your little ones, you’d better go ahead and get it now while they’re still around. Otherwise, try picking up a fake one from your local craft store. I saw that Michael’s had theirs 40% off last week. Yes, they’re fake, but if you’re using them as a decoration in your yard, you probably won’t be able to tell the difference. Then you can use it again for years to come.

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Last Minute Halloween Ideas for the Thrifty

Karen Weideman — Sat, 28 Oct 2006 00:00:08 +0000

I did some internet searching for you today and found these links. Hope you find them useful.

Punch Bowl Prop – This is cool! This punch bowl will add something different to any Halloween or fall party.

Dollar Stretcher Costume Ideas – Thrifty costume ideas using sweatsuits.

Black Magic Carved Pumpkin - I have never seen one of these black pumpkins before. You could be the only one in the neighborhood with a black pumpkin.

Seasonal Spice Syrup – Sounds yummy. Makes me want to curl up in front of the fire.

Face paint recipe – Here is a frugal recipe for making your own face paint. This recipe really comes in handy for those costumes needing a lot of make up (such as “The Hulk).

Little Lamb Costume – So cute! Great for a last minute idea.

Pumpkin Illuminaries – Nice idea. I think they’re a simplistic and elegant decoration.

Cardboard box costumes – Use a cardboard box, some paint, and imagination to make a costume.

Blue’s Clues costume – Make your own Blue or Magenta costume. Affordable and reusable.

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Better Homes & Gardens Fall Ideas

Karen Weideman — Sat, 21 Oct 2006 18:19:41 +0000

In a previous post, I mentioned that my mom is now giving me her old Better Homes & Gardens magazines. They are filled with ideas for meals and decorating. Today I was visiting the Better Homes & Garden website and gathered some links for you to easily click on for fall ideas. Enjoy!

Pumpkin carving – includes stencils, carving instructions, tips for picking out and caring for a pumpkin, and other pumpkin decorating ideas

Halloween Food & Entertaining – includes ideas for parties, recipes for food and drinks, tips for decor and games

E-Cards - send a friend or family member a spooky e-card

Crafts for Halloween – quick and easy Halloween craft that you could do with the kids

Quick & Hearty Fall Meals – recipes for one dish meals, crock pot meals, and stews

Hottest Costumes – costumes ideas for adults, babies, kids, and even pets

Videos – videos of craft and costume ideas

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