Halloween props can transform the simplest idea into a unique party decor. For example, integrate the pumpkin into a scene to create a theatrical effect.
Here a simple polka dot pumpkin become creepy if you put it next to a mice feast scene. The only tool you need to make the polka dot pumpkin is a melon baller. The same pumpkin design can be used for a cute family-friendly option or a creepy version. For the family-friendly version, paint or affix one or two silhouette mice on the pumpkin and position the rest of the mouse and a mouse hole on a foam core to make a backdrop.
The creepy version
The creepier vignette involves a herd of Halloween mice eating your food. Stop at the farmers market to grab a pack of decorative corns on the cob and squashes.
SOURCING:
+ Polka Dot Pumpkin Instructions
+ Oxo Good Grips Melon Baller $8.99 USD at Amazon.com [affiliate link]
+ Martha Stewart Mice Silhouettes 12-Pack $5.99 USD at Toys”R”Us
+ Martha Stewart Mice Silhouettes 12-pack $3.80 USD at Martha Stewart’s shop
+ Bag of 12 Halloween mice props $9.99 USD at Amazon.com [affiliate link]
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September 16th, 2010 at 11:48
Mice and Halloween Pumpkin Vignette:
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September 16th, 2010 at 12:41
Two ideas for a Mice and Halloween Pumpkin Vignette http://kim.tl/bnHR0O #halloween
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September 16th, 2010 at 12:45
Halloween is already there? Time flies! RT @KimVallee: Two ideas for a Mice and Halloween Pumpkin Vignette http://kim.tl/bnHR0O #halloween
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September 16th, 2010 at 13:59
Eden: It’s in 6 weeks. So it’s time to start planning what will be your Halloween decorations this year.
September 16th, 2010 at 19:12
You can download a template of the mouse shadows from the martha stewart webpage!
http://images.marthastewart.com/images/content/web/pdfs/pdf1/1005_creepymice.pdf
September 16th, 2010 at 20:41
Lynn: This is good to know since you could paint a mouse on the pumpkin. Thanks for sharing the link.
September 17th, 2010 at 22:03
You can also cut the mice out and use them like the silhouettes! (I love your blog!!)