Category: halloween

Halloween Countdown: They’re Coming to Get You, Barbara!

October 22nd, 2014

I’m keeping the vintage theme going today with an amazing series of screenshots put together by My Monster Memories.

I might make a lot of enemies by saying this, but I’m rather tired of zombies (I even stopped watching The Walking Dead!). However, the original Night of the Living Dead is a classic film. Barbara certainly has her melodramatic moments, and the following images display a single brief emotional meltdown (as she recounts how she and her brother were attacked by zombies).

I want to make a flip book out of these. Scrolling through, I’m enjoying this old favorite in a brand new way!

Excellent job, My Monster Memories!
Halloween Countdown: Vintage Photos

October 21st, 2014

Vintage Halloween is tied for first place in the countdown poll, so I give you these photographs of what costumes and masks used to look like before they were sold in bulk at party supply stores (and made slutty).

Vintage masks are, in some ways, creepier than the highly detailed rubber monster masks on sale today.

What the…?

Note the odd floating head.

Jesus Christ! Eyes…eyes…eyes…

Second one from the left: amazing.

See the rest of the Buzzfeed roundup here.
Halloween Countdown: Haunted Overload

October 20th, 2014

I just got engrossed in Haunted Overload for too long. It is an attraction filled with beautifully wicked things to look at, and their use of ambient lighting perfectly compliments the props and scenery.

From the Haunted Overload mission statement:
Haunted Overload is simply one of the most creative and unique haunted attractions in New England. Now located on the DeMeritt Hill Farm on Route 155 in Lee NH. The show has twice been voted one of the top 13 haunted attractions in the country.

Focusing on quality, we are committed to giving the customer the ultimate Halloween experience at an affordable price. Nowhere else can you see huge monsters looming over the crowd, some as tall as 34 feet. The authentic farm location provides the perfect backdrop for the hundreds of lighted pumpkins and movie quality sets.

The haunt is changed and expanded each year to give the patron something new and exciting to experience.

Has anyone visited?

Haunted Overload
What Would You Like to See?

October 19th, 2014

I’ve gathered way too much Halloween stuff to post (as always), so I’d like to narrow down the lot by asking what you guys would like to see in the rest of the countdown. Please take a second to click on a preference!

Feel free to comment with other suggestions as well.
Halloween Countdown: Munsters Squeak Toys

October 19th, 2014

In 1965, Spanish company Laya produced a line of Munsters squeak toys.

Does anyone know why Bugs Bunny is involved in this? I couldn’t find much info about the company.

Interesting color choices for the toys. Though I remember also being surprised when I first saw a color photo of the Munsters (I’m not sure what I expected…real life grayscale?).

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Halloween Countdown: Neato Coolville Wallpapers

October 18th, 2014

Neato Coolville, an all around amazing blog, has been posting a series of Halloween wallpapers for free download. They are full of retro monster goodness!

As a result of my ~~image hoarding~~ “hard drive curating” I have about 200 things on my desktop at any given time, so I need a fairly simple wallpaper in order to see them all. This one fits the bill perfectly.

I’m posting the downsized versions. Click here and scroll around for full sizes!
Halloween Countdown: DIY Preadtor Costume

October 17th, 2014

Are you ready for one of the best DIY costumes you’ll every lay eyes on? PREDATOR! The likeness is mind-blowing.

See the outrageous step by step process of this costume creation here.
Halloween Countdown: Frankenstein’s Monster Cross Stitch

October 16th, 2014

Danielle Sayer Design sells two versions of this terrific Frankenstein’s monster cross stitch.

Isn’t this a great Halloween (or anytime) addition to a cozy, monster loving household?

Danielle Sayer Design
Halloween Countdown: Roger’s Gardens

October 15th, 2014

Those located near Orange Country might want to check out the unique Halloween display at Roger’s Gardens.

It almost feels as it one is exploring the craft supply shelves of a witch (who has mild OCD and arranges everything neatly), somewhere in an old mansion.

Classy, indeed.

I adore the antique style decor…

The trailer (yes, the display has a trailer!) is even more impressive!

Roger’s Gardens
Halloween Countdown: The Creepshow- Sleep Tight

October 14th, 2014

I was going to make a pre-Halloween mix of murderous songs to post, but I’m not sure I’ll get to it. So here is a wonderful “rockabilly doo wop” ballad, by a gal who met an untimely end at the hand of her ex lover…and haunts him as her body lies hidden under his floorboards.