Halloween, in my humble opinion, is the best holiday of the year, because it’s the only one solely focused on fun. There are no outlandish expectations, no pressure to give gifts, and instead of pressure to look good, it’s encouraged to dress in a costume or look, well, like a monster.
When “zombie” is an acceptable dress code, that’s a party I know I want to be at. And speaking of parties, with a holiday that’s all about fun, it’s definitely a great time to consider throwing a Halloween party. Again, a Halloween party shouldn’t be about pressure or expectations, but fully focused on getting together to celebrate the spooky season. No one is better at making gathering to celebrate easy than Michaels, which is exactly why they’re the first place we turned to for our Halloween party picks.
We’re all about making hosting a Halloween party as fun and easy as possible, so here are some picks from Michaels, the leading destination for creating and celebrating across America, to help make any gathering you throw ghoulishly great.
24" Lighted Haunted Mirror by Ashland®
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Kick the party off right by greeting your guests with a spooky surprise! This “haunted” mirror is motion-activated, so place it in the entryway or, even better, by the dessert table, so guests are in a real-life trick or treat!
The 24-inch mirror is ideally sized to liven up any Halloween gathering, and the light-up skull that lurks inside will be the hit of the party. The mirror is recommended for indoor use only, and comes with mounting hardware and a plug to activate.
83.5" Black Skull Damask Lace Table Cover by Ashland®
Not only will a vintage and goth-inspired black lace tablecloth set a spooky scene for any Halloween gathering, but it also serves a practical function of keeping spills and messes at bay. Protection from kids eating too much sugar at a party and party decor? Sounds like a win-win to me.
The tablecloth is 59.5″ x 83.5″ and meant for indoor use. If you’re feeling crafty and want to make your own tablescape, you can also consider some Halloween-themed fabrics from Michaels, like a spooky orange plaid and glitter combination or a glittery, purple goth-themed option.
Bat Bowl & Spider Holder Set by Ashland®
You don’t have to choose between sweet and spooky with this pink-and-black Halloween-themed treat bowl and holder. It features bat designs on the bowl and is propped up by a spider who is always willing to lend a helping hand. (Or eight?)
The bowl can also come off the stand for cleaning or other decor uses. And even better? The bowl can pull double-duty come Halloween night for trick-or-treaters. It is food safe, but avoid using it in the dishwasher, oven, or microwave.
15" Skeleton Chalkboard by Ashland®
Greet your guests — or just leave them guessing with mysterious messages — with a coffin-themed letter board. After you’re done channeling the spirits to speak from the netherworlds, prop up the message for all to see thanks to the built-in wooden stand.
At 10.37″ x 1″ x 15″, there is plenty of room for messages from the spirit world. And when you’re done celebrating with the undead, the chalkboard can be repurposed to let your partner know you need more eggs and milk from the grocery store.
8" Spider Web Ceramic Plate by Ashland®
Serve up some spooky treats on a food-safe ceramic plate that’s party-ready. There’s even a clue hidden on this plate about how much you ‘heart’ Halloween. And speaking of “hearting” Halloween, we’re allowed to pick a favorite from our list of Halloween party picks, it might just be this sweet-and-spooky spiderweb platter. I mean, just look how cute it is!
While this 8″ platter is perfectly food-safe, it’s not meant for use in the dishwasher, microwave, or oven, so keep it hand-wash only.
Black Cauldron Faux Flickering Flame LED Wax Candle by Ashland®
Every good Halloween gathering needs a black cauldron and some flickering lights, so set the spooky scene for yours without the fear of actual eternal flames, thanks to a real flickering LED wax candle.
Set in a black cauldron—because where else would you expect a faux flickering Halloween candle to reside?—the candle looks real, because it’s made of wax, but conveniently comes with a flameless LED light that really flickers. Plus, it has a built-in timer, so it will flicker for 6 hours, and then automatically shut off for the next 18. I mean, even witches need their beauty sleep post-party and can’t be expected to remember things like putting out candles.
Halloween Craft Box by Creatology™
They’re creepy and they’re kooky, and they’ll keep kids entertained while waiting for food to be served. The real thing to be scared of at a Halloween party is hangry kids, am I right?
This ultimate creepy craft box includes a whopping 500 pieces for all kinds of spooky fun. Inside, you’ll find components like tissue paper, sequins, pom poms, beads, wiggly eyes, brushes, and paints for all the creations your little goblins can come up with!
Orange Craft Pumpkin by Ashland®
Speaking of getting crafty, you’ll want to run and pick up these $2.99 crafting pumpkins to set up the ultimate craft table at your Halloween gathering. Choose orange, cream, or even black crafting pumpkins and let the kids (or adults) decorate to their spooky hearts’ content.
Add flourishes with any type of multi-surface paint or hot glue gun tools for crafts that guests can take home, or create your own decor before the party begins! The pumpkins come in multiple sizes, ranging from a demure 4″ pumpkin to a larger jack-o-lantern 13″ size, to meet your party and budget needs.
Spooky Confetti Mix by Creatology™
Another easy way to decorate a tablescape? Sprinkle in some confetti! Bonus points if it includes colorful ghosts and pumpkins, which this option totally does. The confetti comes in a convenient resealable bag with white, purple, orange, and white decorative elements, including pumpkins, ghosts, and the word “spooky.”
Use the confetti as decoration for a party, balloon fillers, in crafts, or as a spooky touch to a boo basket or trick-or-treat bags. One bag contains 40 grams of confetti.
Pink Boo Balloon Kit by Celebrate It
Balloon arches are fun, but they can be a lot of work. We’re all about a “Boo!” balloon display that doesn’t require hours of set-up and acrobatic positions to coordinate. Just blow up the balloons, add the bats, and keep things simple with a floor balloon display that will welcome any party-goer or trick-or-treater.
The kit includes 17 balloons, a hand tool, and glue dots for making your display shine. Plus, who wouldn’t love a pink-and-black Halloween-themed party?
Pumpkin Trick-or-Treat Bag by Creatology™
If you plan on sending your guests home with their own tricks or treats, you can also pick up festive pumpkin or ghost goodie bags that can be filled with fun surprises like Halloween tattoos and candy. As a bonus, guests can also take the bags home for the big day of trick or treating!
The bags are a generously-sized 15.7″ x 13.1″ x 7″, so they can be carried easily by hand or even flung over the shoulder to leave hands free for more candy-acquiring. Priorities matter, people!
3ft. Disco Skeleton by Ashland®
Nothing says a Halloween party like a giant, 3-foot sparkly skeleton filling your room. It would make the perfect statement piece for a party! And just think of the dance parties surrounding this guy, am I right? The skeleton can even be used in covered areas outside, but beware: if you’re using it around young kids, the mirrored pieces are made of glass.
No matter how you decide to celebrate Halloween this year—whether that be with a big neighborhood party or decorating at home and enjoying a spooky movie and a bowl of candy you don’t have to share—keep Michaels in mind for all the Halloween decor and party supplies you need to create and celebrate this spooky season!
(And don’t forget to save us some KitKats, because we definitely need to check those, you know, for safety.)
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