How to keep the cost down this Halloween
It can be all too easy to spend a lot more than you had budgeted for when it comes to Halloween. Keeping the little, and big kids, happy can be a tall order. Yet, do you truly need to buy the biggest pumpkin, or spend a small fortune on new costumes that are only going to be worn once before they become too small?
Why not consider taking a new angle this year, and capping your Halloween budget at a more manageable total. Don’t forget Christmas and the holiday season is only around the corner, so it’s important to count the pennies in preparation for those end of year celebrations. Even if you aren’t very creative, or stuck where to start, worry not! It can be easy to keep the cost down this Halloween. Just make a few small changes and you are bound to see results.
Be resourceful
Unwanted gift vouchers are a great place to start if you want to free up some extra income. It’s easy to sell gift cards online instantly. Be resourceful, and begin your Halloween preparations based on what you already own. There’s no harm in being organized either. Start planning in advance so that your pocket doesn’t take a direct hit during the month of October – spreading the costs makes budgeting a lot more manageable.
It’s easier than you think to be much more resourceful when it comes to making costumes and decorating your home. Why not check out your local dollar store to pick up a few items that you can soon make super spooky? Be sure to keep an eye out in your local supermarket too; you are bound to find a few good bargains that can be used to dress your home
Check what you’ve got at home
Why not rummage through your cupboards, you are bound to have a whole range of different potential props and bits and pieces that will make the ideal costume. Use old sheets to create a spooky backdrop or ghoulish costume. Why not use buttons or streamers to give costumes a unique touch?
You could even use unwanted bottles as candle holders to add to the gothic atmosphere. If you are stuck for ideas for the kids, why not look online for inspiration, to make something truly different. Don’t feel under pressure to buy all your candies in. Get creative in the kitchen, and get the little ones involved to bake some super scary cookies for all those trick or treaters.
Go with the flow
Remember Halloween is only one night a year, so do go with the flow and don’t stress out. By planning your costumes and decorations in advance, you will not only make your costs a lot more manageable, but you are sure to also enjoy yourself a lot more. Even if your neighbor goes all out this holiday, you can be sure that your more relaxed approach will wear off on the kids too, enabling you to create a more laid back and lasting family memories all together.