How to Make a Haunted Halloween Tunnel
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No Halloween season is complete without a visit to the pumpkin patch, right?!. I just can’t believe that I was able to rally my teens into going with me another year. Of course, they only agreed to go if they could bring friends.
I knew not to push my luck and force too much time together, hence no family photo, but I did get individual ones, so I’ll take that as a win. Why didn’t anyone warn me that getting teens excited to do anything would be this hard?
Although, this is a perfect pumpkin patch for all ages. It has just about something for everyone. This one is called Spina Farms, and it is located in Morgan Hill, California. It has a huge corn maze, hayrides, pumpkin blasters, great food, music, and tons of pumpkins. 🎃
#pumpkinpatch #momlifebelike #momlifebestlife #momofteens #bayareafamily #bayareamom #bayareafun #spinafarmspumpkinpatch #spinafarms
Oct 20
This is our favorite pumpkin patch ever. We’ve been coming here since the kids were little, and it’s been fun to see how it’s grown over the years. We love it because it has a little something for everyone, and it is great for all ages. And, believe it or not, pumpkins here don’t break the bank. We got tons of huge pumpkins and none of them were more than $10. #spinafarms #pumpkinpatch #spinafarmspumpkinpatch #hayride #fallfun #halloweenfun #bayareafun #bayareafamily #bayareakids #bayareamom #momlife
Oct 19
Greetings from Sleepy Hollow. I’ve been a bit under the weather lately, so it’s taking me a little longer to get our halloween tunnel decorated. This year we are doing the Legend of Sleepy Hollow. I am excited and anxious for our visit from the Headless Horseman on halloween night.
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow has always been one of my favorite Halloween tales. What’s your favorite Halloween story? #halloweenfun #sleepyhollow #legendofsleepyhollow #halloweentunnel #halloweenarches #halloweendecorations #halloweendecor #halloweenideas #momlifebestlife
Oct 16
Just your average Friday night corn stalk run. Seriously though, I can’t believe I had to pay for dead corns stalks. If I were back in Indiana right now, I’d just go cut some down. 😂
We finally settled on a theme for this year‘s haunted tunnel and these stalks will look perfect! I know it’s not a lot to go on, but does anyone want to guess what our theme is? #halloweendecor #halloweentime #halloweendecorating #momlife #momlifebestlife
Oct 12
I made these in September of last year and I don’t think I got rid of them until after Christmas. I used them as centerpieces on my Thanksgiving table and I used them as fall decorations on my front porch. All you need to remember is to spritz them every other day or so. The best thing about them is that I was able to replant the succulents in little pots and I still have them today. I have the full set of instructions of how to make these succulent pumpkin centerpieces over at Staying Blonde. Link in bio.
Here is all you need:
•Succulent cuttings
•Sheet moss
•Hot glue
•Pumpkin
#fallcrafts #falldecor #diyfalldecor #diyhalloweendecorations #centerpiece #centerpiecesideas #thanksgivingcenterpiece #thanksgivingideas #succulents #succulentpumpkin
Oct 8
Do you have an essential oil diffuser? Why not make it spooky?
For the month of October I like everything spooky inside and outside of my home. This easy diy Halloween decoration is cute and makes the house smell good. All you need is a diffuser, an inexpensive plastic cauldron and poly fiber-fill. I pull the fill around the diffuser opening, so the it doesn’t get too damp. To to make the project even easier, you can cut out the bottom of the cauldron so all you have to do is set the cauldron on top of your diffuser. I have the full set of directions in the link in my bio.
On another note, Who else used to love the show “Bewitched?” I remember watching reruns of it all the time as a kid. So of course, when I saw this song I had to use it! #diyhalloween #diyhalloweendecorations #diyhalloweendecor #essentialoils #essentialoildiffuser #halloweendecor #halloweenfun #halloweenideas #halloweendecorations
Oct 1
I’ve gotten a lot of questions about how we make our Halloween tunnel, so I thought I would put up a quick tutorial. I also have the full supply list and directions up at Staying Blonde. I have the link in my bio. #diyhalloween #diyhalloweendecorations #halloweendecorations #halloweendecor #halloweentunnel #halloweenarches #outdoorhalloweendecor #halloweenfun
Sep 28
This tunnel is a hit in our neighborhood every Halloween and is surprisingly easy to make. Below is the supply list for a three arch tunnel. I have the links to purchase supplies and the directions on how to put it together over at StayingBlonde. Link in bio.
Supply List:
7 PVC Pipes: 1/2 in. x 10 ft,
6 Rebar Stakes: 3/8 in
2 Tee Connectors: 1/2″
1 Cross Connector: 1/2 in.
Black Mesh Gauze
Spider Webbing
Halloween Lights
Halloween Decor
If you are planning on projecting a video, you will need the following additional items
2 PVC Pipes:1/2 in. x 10 ft
Projector Screen
Projector
Clips or zip ties for attaching the screen
#halloweendecor #diyhalloween #halloweentunnel #halloweenfun #halloweendecorations #halloweenideas #atmosfx
Sep 27
I already broke my promise! I promised myself that I would NOT buy any new Halloween decorations this year. I was doing great until I came across these light-up, floating pumpkins and had to have them! I think they are going to look great in our Halloween tunnel. If you want to check them out, I have them linked in my bio and in my stories. Have you started decorating for Halloween? #halloweendecor #halloweendecorations #floatingpumpkins #halloweenfun
Sep 26
Cue the fall dress. Fall in California tends to be pretty warm throughout the season, so I don’t really break out the sweaters or boots at least until November. My fall wardrobe mainly consists of flowy fall dresses and skirts that can be layered with a jean jacket or sweater if needed. Is it still warm where you are? I have this dress and a bunch of others linked on my ltk. Link in bio. #happyfall #falldress #falldresses #fashionover40 #styleover40 #califorinafall #fallfashion #californiastyle #ltkfashion @shop.ltk #whatiweartoday
Sep 23
It’s amazing just how much you can see and do in a short amount of time. Our trips to London, both this year and last year were brief, but varied greatly.
Last year we prioritized seeing many of London’s iconic sites, this year, we just wanted to enjoy London. This year‘s brief trip was a much more relaxed and laidback.
I’m learning that the key to a successful trip, especially with kids, is not overbooking or trying to fit in too much. I have more about our one-day in London up on the blog now. Link in bio. #london #travellondon #visitlondon #londonideas #londonitinerary #familytravel #travelwithkids #churchillwarrooms #cumberlandhotel #brigitsbakery
Sep 20
Do you decorate for fall, Halloween, or both? I minimally decorate for fall each year because most of my decorations tend to be for Halloween. I’ve started getting down the Halloween decorations but I am waiting as long as I can before I rip off that bandaid, because once we do, we hemorrhage Halloween at our house. So for at least another week or so, I will have to be happy with my lonely pumpkin and doormat. #falldecorations #falldecor #halloweendecor #itsfall #momlife
Sep 19
