Friday, July 26, 2013

Adopt-a-Monster Party

I have this knack for coming across ideas that are really meant for parents with small children.  However, the ideas are just too darn cute so I find ways to spin them so that young 20-somethings like myself and their spouses or significant others can also enjoy them.  I was browsing through Etsy when I saw a printable for an Adopt-a-Monster and thought it would be a really cute party theme.  Low-and-behold, I check out Pinterest and there are so many ideas! With so many cute and unique party elements, I definitely think I'm going to make this into this year's Halloween party.  After seeing Jessica's post on GAP's Halloween preview, I knew it was a sign to share my holiday spirit (even if it's months in advance).

how to make sock monsters
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These little guys were a huge inspiration for the idea.  Can you imagine walking into a party and seeing these little guys chilling in a basket? Ah-fricken-dorable!
 These guys are super easy to make and there are tons of variations.

Cute DIY Toys
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CrochetConcupiscence's post on Knitting & Crochet | Latest updates on Sulia
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Now moving onto decor, I really want it to look comical.

Source via LoveNestBoutique on Etsy



Adorable monster party!
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monster cupcakes
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Halloween Candy Monster Kabobs for Party Favors
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Monster Head Cake Pop Stand
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Jello Jar Monsters...Cute for Halloween!
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absolutely stunning spooky cupcakery party.  Well worth clicking through to see all the gorgeous photos
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decorate your from entry way as a monster for halloween!
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My goal is to have all of the young adults dress up as monsters.  With Halloween being very much oriented towards inappropriate, cheap, or scandalous costumes, I think this might be a nice break from that.  With the challenge of using whatever you own to make your costume, I'm hoping guests will arrive looking completely ridiculous and have a great time.
If you'd like more ideas, visit my Pinterest board, Hostess with the Mostest
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1 comment :

  1. That monster wreath is awesome! I might have to pin the image so I can try making one around Halloween. Halloween is so much fun no matter how old you are. I don't dress up anymore, but I sure dress my house for the holiday! It's a shame we don't get as many trick-or-treaters anymore, but I still show off my spirit inside and outside of my house.

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