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Monster Donut

Monster Donut

Monster Donut!  Want something that's fun, easy, and not-so-scary for Halloween?  Look no further than the Monster Donut.  It's perfect for Room Moms planning class parties or for a little Halloween fun.  We never do anything scary at our house, these teeth are about as risky as we get.  Really pushing the limits! Supplies needed: plastic monster teeth (any color) candy Skittles or M & Ms for eyes fruit roll up cut as a tongue donuts or bagels Looking for one more yummy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Activities Tagged With: family, Halloween, Treats

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Spider Man Pumpkin

Spider Man Pumpkin

Ready to wow your kids and neighbors with a Spider Man Pumpkin?  I still remember making my kids a Mickey Mouse pumpkin when they were little....  they told me it would be fun, they said the kids would like it, they said it was a fun family tradition.  Well, not so much!  It wore me out.  Now that the kids are bigger, we did actually enjoy ourselves carving this Spider Man Pumpkin. Halloween Pumpkin Carving Supplies: pumpkin knife (the little saw tooth knives work the best) … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Crafts and Celebrations Tagged With: Halloween

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Halloween Pumpkin Craft

Halloween Pumpkin Craft

This has been my favorite Halloween Pumpkin Craft for years!  Not only does it keep them busy with all of the torn paper, but it isn't scary.  This Halloween craft ranks right up there with my favorite Tie-Dyed Turkey.  We've also made a Snow Globe Paper Craft using the same torn paper technique. I don't know about you but tearing paper into little bits can be slightly therapeutic.  We tore and made piles before there was any actual gluing.  I think this project took us/my son 2 sittings … [Read more...]

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Candy Corn Treats for Halloween

Candy Corn Treats for Halloween

Candy Corn, Hershey Hugs, and pretzels!  A sweet and salty Halloween treat.  You can't go wrong. Candy Corn Treats - makes around 50 treats.  Your kids can lay out the pretzels,  unwrap all of the chocolates, and sort for broken candy corn.  It really only takes an hour start to finish.  Enjoy! Ingredients: - 1 bag of Brach's Candy Corn - 1 bag Hershey's Hugs - 1 bag Snyder's Butter Snap pretzels (store brand is fine too) Directions Line a cookie sheet with parchment … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Activities Tagged With: Halloween

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Turkey Cookies from Leftover Halloween Candy

Turkey Cookies from Leftover Halloween Candy

Whether you have leftover candy or you are able to hide some away before it's all gone, you'll enjoy these simple cookies. Supplies: cookie and icing Candy Corn = feathers Milk Duds = body M & M's = head Candy Corn tip = beak Twizzlers = waddle Random sprinkles = feet and eyes … [Read more...]

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