Category: Pop and Thistle

The Folklore of Pumpkin Carving

How did pumpkins become a symbol for Halloween and when did we start to carve pumpkins? The carving of pumpkins has certainly evolved from a jack o’ lantern face of two triangle eyes, triangle nose, and carved teeth, to anything from elaborate animals to the Millennium Falcon in Star Wars. Pumpkins are a symbol of …

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3 Fun Historic Halloween Celebrations

There are hundreds if not thousands of Halloween celebrations that happen sometime during the month of October across the United States and the rest of the World. In some cultures, the celebrations are called the Day of the Dead as a way of paying respect for loved ones who have gone before us. Other people …

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Halloween Gourd Friends

Fall has arrived and pumpkins have arrived with it but today, I’m not really looking at the pumpkins.  Instead, I am looking at the cute little bags of gourds that are lining the produce section of your local grocery store. Usually, these little treats are found in a bag of about 12 gourds.  They are …

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13 Classic Movies for a Spooky Halloween Night

It’s not easy to create a horror movie that doesn’t rely solely on sudden loud noises or gore to shock viewers, which is perhaps why so few films in the horror genre rise above mediocre. A movie like Carrie has some wonderful scenes, but the overall mood is ruined by shifts in tone as if it can’t …

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How to Make Ollivander’s Wand

Let’s be honest, how many times have we seen Harry Potter and wished we had wand? The answer, at least for me, is too many. Sadly, I don’t live close to Orlando and can’t just get a wand if I want. So I decided to make my own. Here’s how to make a wand Ollivander …

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DIY Halloween Costume: Autumn Faun (Part Two)

With October 31 rapidly approaching, the internal struggle of picking a Halloween costume may become increasingly difficult. If you’ve found yourself scrambling for that last-minute idea then this DIY will be perfect for you. The “Autumn Faun” is a simple, affordable, makeup-driven outfit that can be thrown together in a matter of hours. The main …

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How to Make Halloween Potion Bottles

Whether you’re throwing a party or just like decorating you house, a simple witchy Halloween-y décor project is making your own potion bottles. Not only do they give the place a spooky vibe but are also incredibly easy to make. Halloween Potion Bottles What you’ll need: Empty glue bottle or medicine bottles Hot glue gun …

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DIY Halloween Costume: Autumn Faun (Part One)

Are you looking for a Halloween costume that is unique, inexpensive, and eye-catching? Try being an “Autumn Faun” this year! With only 6 household items, you’ll be able to create a floral head piece worthy of extra candy. The great thing about this project: it takes about 20 minutes to make and is really affordable. Don’t …

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3 Fall Drinks That Beat The Pumpkin Spice Latte

Every year the autumn season is officially inaugurated in with the return of the PSL, or Pumpkin Spice Latte. It’s a seasonal beverage we all love to hate and all hate to love. This delicious flavored drink provides its consumers with visions of cozy, October nights. There’s nothing like a warm, pumpkin flavored beverage to …

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How to Make Cute Halloween Grab Bags

People often say, “Halloween, it’s just about the candy,” and although I often agree with them on some level, I don’t really think it is a bad thing. To me, Halloween is one of the truly whimsical holidays around. There is no deep meaning, although there is a history, and children and adults alike, can …

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