Creating
traditions that will last through generations is
a wonderful tribute to your family Halloween
festivities. Whether it's a yearly party or
having dinner with the kids before
trick-or-treating, start your traditions!
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THROW A PUMPKIN
CARVING PARTY
Pumpkin carving parties are great on the night
before Halloween and are a lot of fun. You can do one for your kids and
their friends or have a before Halloween carving party with adults.
People don't take the time they should to enjoy that age old tradition
of carving pumpkins.
Below you'll find a list
of things you'll need to do to get your party together. Pumpkins vary in
price depending on where you live. It might be less costly to have your
guests bring their own pumpkins. If there is a pumpkin farm close to
you, you might be able to get a deal on your purchase if you get them
yourself.
Make sure you have room
for everyone to carve their pumpkins. If weather is nice, do it outdoors. There will be less mess to clean up and you won't have to worry
about getting pumpkin guts all over your nice dinning room table.
Keep a camera handy to
take pictures of the carving as it goes along. Make sure to photograph
the finished Jack-O-Lanterns. You might consider making simple scrap
books to give to guests after the party so they can remember what a
great time they had at your pumpkin carving party!
Make and send
invitations
Supply
pumpkins for carving or
"Bring Your Own Pumpkin" (BYOP)
Supply
carving tools or bring your
own
Plenty of table space and chairs
Lots of newspaper - trash bags and
cans
Decorations and
party favors
Refreshments and
snacks
Background
entertainment - music,
horror movies, etc.
Below you'll find a list
of things you'll need to do to get your party together. Pumpkins vary in
price depending on where you live. It might be less costly to have your
guests bring their own pumpkins. If there is a pumpkin farm close to
you, you might be able to get a deal on your purchase if you get them
yourself.
