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LEGO Costumes for the Minifigure in Your Life

October 1, 2016December 9, 2017Karen Walsh0

Coming from a family whose costumes tend to get a lot of wear, I’d give the Disguise LEGO Ninjago costume a solid 5 out of 5 for the quality, but with one caveat.

Halloween Horror Nights 2016: One Night. Nine Houses

September 30, 2016December 8, 2017Dakster Sullivan0

Take a “Chance” on Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida.

‘Minecraft’ Costumes: The Box Robot Revisited!

September 30, 2016December 8, 2017Amy Weir3

‘Minecraft’s boxy, pixelated style lends itself to relatively simple Halloween costumes based on the classic box robot.

6 Podcasts That Will Give You a Healthy Dose of the Heebie Jeebies

October 25, 2015December 4, 2017Missy Thomas1

Craving a horror fix? See what one of our GeekMom’s favorite spooky podcasts are…

10 Halloween Costumes to Hit You in the Feels

October 24, 2015December 4, 2017Evil Genius Mum2

This article really deserves a sub-heading: Costumes to Guarantee Extra Candy From Crying Geeks (On a Budget and Short Notice). Because we all know that’s the primary goal, right?

Top 10 Tips For A DIY Haunted House

September 5, 2015December 4, 2017E. Lillith McDermott1

After building several over-the-top haunted houses, this GeekMom is happy to pass on some hard-won advice for making your haunt the best ever!

Learn to Program While Carving a Pumpkin

November 3, 2014November 23, 2017Maryann Goldman0

Create your on virtual jack-o-lantern on Khan Academy!

Black Cats Mean Halloween

October 31, 2014November 23, 2017Judy Berna4

Do you have a black cat running around your house? Join the club! So do many of the GeekMom writers!

Fast, Eco-Friendly Ghost Lanterns

October 24, 2014November 23, 2017Fran Wilde1

With a few items you probably already have, you can make ghost lanterns that are re-usable, recyclable, and eco-friendly.

A Little Death With Your Tea?

October 22, 2014December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel0

The “Teacup Poisoner,” clear bobas to choke on, and a game to see how much caffeine will kill you!

Halloween 2014: Repurpose Jeans & Shoes for a Funny Trick

October 14, 2014November 23, 2017Patricia Vollmer0

Repurpose your kids’ old jeans and shoes for a funny Halloween “trick” for your yard.

Not-Too-Spooky Tales to Tell This Fall

October 9, 2014September 26, 2018Lisa Tate1

Liven up the evening by telling these silly-not-scary stories.

Ninja Dolls, Zombie Plants, and Gloom

October 8, 2014December 15, 2017Rebecca Angel0

Custom-made Halloween peg dolls, a plant that dies and comes back to life, and a game where you kill off your family to win!

Comics: A Candy Alternative for Halloween

October 6, 2014November 26, 2017Jenn Fujikawa1

Boom Studios is offering comics as a candy alternative for Halloween.

Halloween Scents From Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab: Pumpkin, Cider and Feeding The Dead

October 1, 2014November 23, 2017Nicole Wakelin1

Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab has introduced it’s new Halloween themed scents and they’ve got everything from pumpkins to witches to graveyard dirt.

Mad Scientist Halloween Tablescape on a Budget

September 29, 2014November 23, 2017Maryann Goldman3

GeekMom Maryann shows you how to use neon paint to create a glowing Mad Scientist tablescape.

Halloween ComicFest Brings Free, Fun Comics to Halloween

September 11, 2014December 15, 2017Kay Moore0

Another fun day offering free comic books is heading your way: Halloween ComicFest. Most shops will celebrate on October 25, with bundles of mini comic books available for sale to trick-or-treaters.