Halloween is just around the corner. To me, it's one of the funnest holidays because it sparks
imagination in my house. Kids love to play dress up anyhow and it's so much more fun when the whole community is playing dress up!
We make a lot of our decorations at home. In fact, we only really buy Halloween decorations after the season is over when they are really cheap! So, I thought I would discuss some of the value of making decorations at home.
There are some items around the house that are normally there, but most people throw them away. We use them to make crafts and holiday decorations. Egg cartons, toilet paper rolls and paper towel rolls are just a few of the things that are in every home and generally end up in the trash can. However, if a family put them to use, they could have some family fun while making decorations that are already paid for!
Egg cartons are great for making bugs. Kids can get very creative and design their own bugs on these. You don't even need the "real" "eyeballs" because almost anything can be made into the shape of an eyeball. As for legs, pipe cleaners, Q-tips and even toothpicks can be used!
Paper towel and toilet paper rolls can also be used to make bugs, but they can also be used as part of a costume. With a little glue or tape and some paint or marker, you can quickly have binoculars or telescopes for a pirate or army costume! Get creative and bring the family together. It's a great way to promote family closeness while decorating the house and spending practically nothing!
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