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!
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.
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?
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!
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.
The Williams-Sonoma Skellie Toile collection is reminiscent of vintage anatomical textbook illustrations.
Given my predilection for anything that makes me feel as if I’m either in a museum or studying something that belongs in a museum…I’d give these items a spot in my home all year long.
Now this is an apron I could cook in.
These creative confections have been featured on at least 15 sites I follow, but they are too pretty not to share. The inclusion of the gummy brains (with corresponding colors) is genius. Walnuts, as it turns out, also serve this purpose quite well.
Ah, now where are my chocolate molds so I can try my hand at this?
See the individual pieces of the collection here.
Hilary Wallace suggested her portfolio for my Halloween countdown, and I feel it fits.
This was done in colored pencil:
I adore this vampire’s hands.
Well, miss…your hair looks lovely.
The perfect zombie mouth:
Krisztianna has a series of Day of the Dead inspired sculptures she calls “Muertitas.” There is one representing each season (and a few others).
They are all gorgeously blossoming with life, drawing elements from their respective times of the year. The color coordination is lovely.
She crafts these beauties with styrofoam, paper maché, wire, clay, wood, acrylic, synthetic flowers, twine, pins, glue, sealant, screws, “and lots of love.”
I’ve been trying to gather some potential films to set the proper spooky mood of the season. My lovely friend Bettie pointed me to 101 Horrors You Must See Before You Die. I must say, it’s a fine compilation.
What’s on your viewing list this month? I’d love some suggestions for movies, shows, cartoons, etc.
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