Saturday, September 26, 2009

20 Non-Edible Halloween Treats to Give Trick-or-Treaters

Halloween is fast approaching and if you're like me, you're not especially thrilled to contribute to the expanding waistlines of our children by passing out candy.

It's no secret that there's an obesity problem in America. Parents and children both are eating more and more junk food while exercising less. This of course results in a society where people are getting fatter.

And along comes Halloween, where children are allowed to go from house to house collecting candy. It's ridiculous! No wonder we have a weight problem in this country.

But are you worried that if you don't pass out something then perhaps you'll get "tricked" instead?

Never fear! You can still participate in the Halloween fun by passing out one of these non-edible Halloween treats to your trick-or-treaters. All of these items can be purchased quite inexpensively from your local party supply store. They should cost about the same as it would cost to buy candy.

  • Halloween pencils
  • Small tubs of playdough
  • Temporary tattoos
  • Halloween erasers
  • Coloring books
  • Silly Putty
  • Small toys
  • Stickers
  • Glow sticks
  • Bubbles
  • Pencil toppers
  • Super bounce balls
  • Masks
  • Origami paper and instructions
  • Small decks of cards
  • False vampire teeth
  • Coins
  • Slime
  • Plastic jewelry
  • Tooth brushes

These goodies are great because they are all fun to play with and last a lot longer than a candy bar. Many kids will also appreciate the novelty of receiving something that is not candy. By handing out these non-edible Halloween treats, you will still be able to celebrate the holiday without the guilt that comes from giving trick-or-treaters even more candy.

Shannon Tani is a former fattie, who weighed over 220lbs. She has currently lost over 70lbs. One day she realized that people would rather hear dieting advice from someone who's "been there, done that" than a boring old doctor who's never been fat a day in his life. So she started the website Better Off Fat to share her experiences and ideas.

Thursday, June 4, 2009

Halo 3: The Game - Master Chief Deluxe Adult Halloween Costume Size Standard (B901t4-6t7)

Halo 3: The Game - Master Chief Deluxe Adult Halloween Costume Size Standard includes: Jumpsuit with EVA molded armor, two-piece helmet and molded boot tops. Fits up to Size 44.


Friday, May 29, 2009

4-Pc Fairy Feline Adult

It's a jungle out there - - and you can be the queen of it with this 4-Pc Fairy Feline Costume. Costume features a tube top jacket and faux fur trimmed skirt with tiger print, tail and ears.


Sunday, May 24, 2009

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Twister Game Adult Halloween Costume Size Small 4-6 (B675A-G)

Twister Game Costume Includes: Dress and Hat.
Customer Review: Halloween Costume
Great costume! Got it for a Halloween college costume party and got many compliments. Bought red Go-Go boots and blonde wig to go with it. Great deal on boots and wig, not on the costume itself. $60 for a small is not worth what you get, expecially compared to $30 price of larger sizes, but I did have one great night wearing it. -Melissa


Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Star Wars Animated Plo Koon Kid Costume

Plo Koon Kids Costumes are Hot Costumes! Pick this Star Wars Animated Costume this Halloween, and you will definitely be the talk of the party!!


Wreaths are most often thought to be a Christmastime decoration. Around the holidays, many of us decorate our homes with evergreen wreaths with lights and red bows. Christmas wreaths are a traditional decoration that we're all accustomed to. However, more and more designers are using wreaths as a constantly rotating seasonal decoration. Why limit yourself to only displaying wreaths during the month of December? Wreaths can be a unique and versatile decoration for any season or holiday. Here are some fresh ideas on using wreaths as year-round decorations.

New Year's:
You can easily take your Christmas wreath into New Year's Day by removing the red bows and adding gold or silver ones with some streamers. Other possible decorations include a Happy New Years banner or hat and some small party horns or plastic champagne glasses.

Valentine's Day:
Nothing says love like a pink or red heart shaped wreath. Consider using silk roses, fabric hearts or even wrapped candies. A stuffed animal like a pink or red teddy bear, or small cupid also adds character. Top it off with a beautiful bow and you have a bright decoration for those cold winter days!

St. Patrick's Day:
Everyone can pretend to be Irish on St. Patty's Day! Of course, when designing a St. Patrick's Day wreath, green is certainly a requirement. A mass of green shamrocks wrapping your wreath would look very festive (garlands of plastic or fabric shamrocks can usually be purchased at decorating stores). Additional decorations might include small gold coins or leprechaun figurines.

Easter:
An Easter wreath can be decorated in many ways. Some choose to focus on the Christian celebration of Christ's resurrection, and others choose a lighthearted Easter Bunny theme. Whatever your choice may be, beautiful spring flowers are a good base for an Easter wreath. Other choices might include Easter eggs, chocolate candies or bunnies, and Easter ribbons.

Fourth of July:
In the United States, July 4 is an important holiday when we all like to show our patriotic spirit. Try a straw or grapevine wreath spray painted with red, white, or blue gloss paint as your base, and then have fun from there! You can use firecrackers, streamers, and ribbons for decorations. And don't forget to include some small flags to celebrate our independence.

Halloween:
After Christmas, Halloween is the most "decorated" holiday we celebrate in the United States. Welcome your trick-or-treaters with a festive Halloween wreath. Orange and black are traditional colors, and there are many materials and items you can use to create your wreath. Decorations might include pumpkins, ghosts, black cats, witches, spiders and wrapped candies.

Thanksgiving:
A wreath is a wonderful way to welcome guests to your home for a Thanksgiving dinner. Consider using natural materials this time of year, as they are so abundant. You may have to plan ahead and pick up beautiful leaves as they fall from the trees to create your own special design. A large fall bow with some colorful corn will complete your Thanksgiving wreath.

As you can see, wreaths aren't just for Christmas anymore! Seasonal wreaths are a great way to decorate for each holiday. If you have a nice base wreath, it would even be possible to just change out the decorations to accommodate each holiday or season. And because most wreaths aren't very large, they are an easy way to add a special touch to your home's decor without busting the budget. Be sure to protect your seasonal wreaths by storing them in a secure and efficient manner so that you can enjoy them for years to come.

For more information on storing your holiday wreaths, please visit The Christmas Tree Storage Bag Shop. There you'll find a variety of wreath storage boxes and other seasonal storage products.