Easy Halloween Costumes and Treats

How to save on Halloween treats, make a last-minute costume, and serve scary-good recipes.

Creative Halloween Ideas

7 Funny Halloween Costumes
On October 31, the other treat is the sweet, silly parade of children(and adults) in costume. Here, Real Simple readers share their past favorites.

Easy Halloween Cupcakes

Trick out ordinary cupcakes with these clever decorating ideas and recipes.

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Simple Halloween Costumes for the Family

Creative last-minute disguises that you can pull together with everyday household items.

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10 Last-Minute Halloween-Costume Ideas

Never got around to buying that Morticia Addams ensemble? Harness the halloween spirit with a kooky (but not creepy) look that you can pull together in a snap, snap.

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4 Clever Uses for a Cardboard Box

Before it hits the recycling bin, create a one-of-a-kind costume your child can wear this Halloween.

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Halloween Tricks

Parties, Costumes, and More

How to Save on Halloween Supplies
Okay, still need a costume idea? Try these, plus some cost-saving tips.

Easy Halloween Costumes for Adults
Grown-ups, nope, you’re not off the hook. We’ve got quick and silly disguises if, perhaps, a last-minute party invite appears in your inbox.

Halloween Party Checklist

Horrified at the idea of throwing a Halloween bash? Don’t be afraid—we’ve made a list of everything you’ll need for a frightfully fabulous event.

Candy and loot bags. Set out glass jars loaded with different types of candies and mini scoops, and let guests fill their own goodie bags to take home. Go to candywarehouse.com to stock up on a variety of treats, from gross gummy body parts (feet, ears, and eyeballs) to classics like Pixy Stix and Bazooka.
Related: 8 Spooky Halloween Treats
Punch bowl. No Halloween party would be complete without a spooky punch. Serve one that’s blood-red, ghoulish green, putrid purple, orange, or black and use dry ice to create an eerie mist.
Napkins, plates, utensils, and tablecloths. Keep a stash of these essentials in colors and patterns that match your scheme. A festive covering will make your everyday tables party-ready in an instant. PartyCity.com has a wide selection of Halloween-themed goods, along with supplies in basic colors.

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