Halloween

5 genius Halloween hacks

5 genius Halloween hacks

From making sure cars can see your trick-or-treaters to carving pumpkins like a pro, take some of the fright out of Halloween with these helpful hacks.

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How to make cheesecloth ghosts

How to make cheesecloth ghosts

Move over, jack-o’-lanterns! This Halloween is all about cute and friendly cheesecloth ghosts.

Alyssa Ashton

Face painting tutorial: How to turn your kid into unicorn

Face painting tutorial: How to turn your kid into unicorn

Rainbow stripes, glitter—this look is magical.

Kathryn Hayward

Fun Halloween costume shops across Canada

Fun Halloween costume shops across Canada

Halloween is creeping around the corner, but don't worry, we've got you covered! Here's a list of the top costume shops across Canada to get you ready for the most spook-tacular day of the year.

Jessica Spera

13 fun pumpkin decorating ideas

13 fun pumpkin decorating ideas

These pumpkin decorating ideas require no carving—just some basic craft supplies.

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10 fun Halloween activities for kids

10 fun Halloween activities for kids

Sure, trick-or-treating and movies marathons are great, but these Halloween activities for kids will truly get your little ghouls into the Halloween spirit.

Emily Rivas

How to throw a monster party

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How to throw a monster party

Little ghouls and boys will gobble up the sprinkle doughnuts at this monster party, but make sure the decor and activities are spooky, too.

Amy Valm

3 ways with pumpkin purée

3 ways with pumpkin purée

You're a fairy godmother and with the tap of your wand you can turn that pumpkin into pie, a smoothie and maple butter.

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Should big kids go out for Halloween?

Should big kids go out for Halloween?

Some kids love to trick-or-treat even when they are older. How old is too old to go out on Halloween?

Susan Spicer

How to make Monster Doughnuts

How to make Monster Doughnuts

Are you ready to do the Monster Doughnut Mash? These treats are perfect for your kid's birthday party or Halloween!

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8 face painting tips and tricks

8 face painting tips and tricks

Unsure how to remove face paint or make a realistic-looking zombie? Try these easy tricks from makeup artists that will make you a face-painting pro.

Alyssa Ashton

17 adorable DIY pet costumes for Halloween

17 adorable DIY pet costumes for Halloween

Conquer the neighbourhood with your pet in tow dressed in one of these oh-so-cute Halloween costumes.

Amy Valm

5 spooky Halloween decoration ideas

5 spooky Halloween decoration ideas

Gather up your goblins and scare up your skeletons—it's fright night! Every great Halloween party needs three things: spooky-cute costumes, ghoulish food and haunted decor.

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Bet you can't guess what this kid's Halloween costume is

Bet you can't guess what this kid's Halloween costume is

Think long and hard on this. Here's a hint: it stinks.

Amy Valm

How to make spooky Halloween ghosts

How to make spooky Halloween ghosts

BOO! Looking for Halloween craft ideas? Turn some cheesecloth and a mason jar into an adorably spooky ghost—it will even light up in the dark.

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The challenges of trick-or-treating with a wheelchair

The challenges of trick-or-treating with a wheelchair

Anchel Krishna's daughter is entering at a tricky age—and lifting her out of her wheelchair is becoming increasingly difficult.

Anchel Krishna

Another year, another offensive Halloween costume for kids

Another year, another offensive Halloween costume for kids

Halloween isn’t a free pass to dress however you like and ignore social conventions. Believe it or not, there is such a thing as crossing the line.

Emma Waverman

4 Halloween DIY party games for kids

4 Halloween DIY party games for kids

Halloween party games for your spooky celebration.

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6 ways to be allergy-friendly at Halloween

6 ways to be allergy-friendly at Halloween

Halloween can be a scary night for families with food allergies. Do your part to keep the holiday allergy-friendly with these tips.

Angela Serednicki

How to dig out pumpkin seeds

How to dig out pumpkin seeds

Cleaning out a pumpkin can be fun—but very goopy—family activity. Here's a simple solution.

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