How To Be Frugal At Halloween

Halloween is a time for creativity,  fun, and spooky times. A lot of people think that they need to spend a lot of money on Halloween; however, it doesn’t have to be a time of year when you spend a lot, and it can be something that stays within your budget. With some planning and creative thinking, you can enjoy Halloween and all the best parts of it without the need to overspend; from costumes and Halloween decorations to pumpkin carving and DIY crafts, there are many frugal ways that you can get into the spirit of Halloween. 

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Let’s have a look at some of the affordable ways you can make the most out of your Halloween this year: 

Pumpkin Carving 

Halloween would only be complete with doing a bit of pumpkin carving. It’s something fun and creative and also a really budget-friendly way to celebrate Halloween. The first thing that you need to do is plan and choose your pumpkin. Pumpkins last a while, so you can buy them really early in the season. Pumpkin picking has become something that many people now decide to do; however, there is a price tag that comes along with it. You may be better off going to local farms and markets to find a better deal. You don’t need to buy the biggest pumpkin available either; sometimes, the smaller pumpkins are easier for kids to handle. 

There’s no need for you to buy pumpkin carving kits, especially when you have tools at home that can be used. Just use a small knife, spoon, or ice cream scoop to get your pumpkin carved. You could even think about using cookie cutters as a way to cut interesting shapes. You can create your stencils yourself and draw your design onto your pumpkin by hand. Don’t forget to save your pumpkin seeds so that you can roast them and enjoy them as a healthy snack.

Halloween Crafts 

Crafting is another great way for you to get into the mood of Halloween without the need to spend a lot of money. Try some of these ideas: 

Making Your Costumes: Rather than buying expensive costumes from the store, you could think about creating your own from what you have at home. Old clothes, accessories, and bed sheets could be used to make a variety of costumes. For example, you could go traditional and use a white sheet to create a ghost, or you could use an old pledge shirt with a straw hat to turn yourself into a scarecrow or a farmer. 

Use Recyclables: Empty toilet paper rolls, egg cartons, and empty jars can all be turned into spooky crafts. You can paint empty jars to look like pumpkins and place a candle inside with them, or you can create a chain out of toilet paper rolls to make some monsters and ghosts. 

Use Halloween Stickers: If you do want to buy something, stickers are a really affordable way to add a spooky touch to any of your crafts or decorations. You could even create some homemade cards or add them to your pumpkins. Many different Halloween stickers are fun but affordable. 

Bake Halloween Treats 

There’s no point in buying expensive Halloween treats when you can make them at home by yourself. Baking is not only a fun activity, but it is also very inexpensive. Not only that, but you get to control the ingredients that you are putting in there, so if you want to make healthy choices, too, that is possible. Making your own Halloween treats is also a great thing to do with the kids, and it turned into a fun family activity. Think chocolate-dipped pretzels, ghost-shaped cookies, and homemade popcorn. You can also use seasonal ingredients such as apples for apple bobbins, pumpkins, and sweet potatoes. You could also make some apple cider, some pumpkin bread, or even a pumpkin pie. 

Conclusion 

Halloween is a time of year when people get together and have a bit of spooky fun. However, it can be expensive for it to be fun and memorable. When you focus on finding some frugal activities like DIY crafts,  pumpkin carving,  and making homemade treats, you can enjoy Halloween without breaking the bank. Don’t forget to add some finishing touches, like making your own Halloween decorations and using some fun Halloween stickers. With a little bit of planning and creativity, you can enjoy a Halloween that’s just as memorable as somebody who has spent a fortune on it. We hope you have a happy Halloween!