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Porch and yard
Make the walk up to your door the best part of the night.
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Stretchy spider webs with 150 fake spiders
Stretch it thin across bushes, railings and the porch light. Thin pulls look more real than thick clumps.
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Purple and orange string lights, 100 ft
Wrap the railing and outline the door. Flicker mode does a lot of the spooky work for you.
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Fog machine with remote and lights
Aim it low along the path so the fog rolls toward trick-or-treaters.
Inside the house
Small touches that make every room feel like October.
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3D wall bats, 120 pack
Start with a tight cluster near a doorway and let a few 'escape' across the wall.
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Cute ghost figurine
A friendly ghost for a shelf or entry table. It's spooky without scaring small kids.
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Yankee Candle Spiced Pumpkin, large jar
The smell of fall the second guests walk in.
Party and trick-or-treat
The night-of essentials.
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Glow sticks, 100 pack
Snap a few onto each kid's bag so they stay visible after dark.
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Animated pumpkin candy bowl
A moving skeleton hand that gets a scream every time.
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Kids' alien costume
Comfy, funny and easy to walk in for the whole route.
Quick answers
When should I put up Halloween decorations?
Many people decorate in early October, and outdoor pieces like webs and lights usually go up the first or second weekend.
How many treats do I need for trick-or-treaters?
It depends on your street. Plan on two or three pieces per child and buy a little extra, since leftovers keep.
How do I keep kids safe after dark?
Glow sticks or reflective tape on bags and costumes help drivers see them. Stick to well-lit streets and walk with younger kids.
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