Bring on the holiday spirit with these ghoulish tricks and yummy treats that we’ve rounded up from a few of our favorite blogs.

See last-minute Halloween costume ideas, creative disguises for kids, and delicious Halloween cupcakes. 

black out candy apples



You don’t have to be Snow White to take a play out of her book.  Candy apples that are to die for delicious.

See more at lilluna.com.

bloody shirley temple



Every holiday needs a signature drink. This creepy cocktail will be a great conversation starter at the annual Halloween bash. 

See more at yoursouthernpeach.com.

black and white halloween mantel



It’s not always about orange and black. This non-traditional palette–black, white, gold– gives a mantel (or even a table setting) a spooky, yet sophisticated vibe.  Plus, the look proves that you really can’t ever have too many frames. 

See more at craftberrybush.com.

twine pumpkins



A new spin on the traditional pumpkin decor. Throw a craft night with the girls and catch up over a cocktail or two.

See more at craftunleashed.com.

the halloween school party food station



Kids will get a hoot out of these Halloween treats.  Owl cupcakes and bat-skewered fruit kabobs give an interesting twist to simple snacks.

See more at onecharmingparty.com.