10.28.2011

Elle Entertains: Halloween Movie Marathon Party

Usually I'm the one throwing the parties, but since I'm out of town this week+weekend (PHILLY!), I'm not having a Halloween bash. Instead, one of my friends asked me for partying planning advice and I was happy to whip up an inspiration board for her. Her daughter turns 14 on Halloween (how cool is that?) and she wanted to have a Halloween Movie Marathon party (I was specifically told not a slumber party because she's 14, ahem). So Kayla, happy early birthday (the party is tonight!) and hope you like your party! Click links to learn more!

It's all about creating a spooky atmosphere and setting the mood.
To keep it creepy, keep the lights off (minus the tv and I'm sure cell phones will be a glowin') and use candlelight, glow sticks, and blacklight. Can't trust kids around candles? Twinkly lights, glow sticks, glow-in-the-dark paint or LED candles also could be used.


For food, Mom's ordering pizza (Kayla's request) and having birthday cake, but the girls still need some movie snacks.

  • I like my parties to have a signature drink, and this party will have Vampire Punch--the drinks listed have alcohol, but simply leave it out. Add some dry ice to be even creepier.And don't forget, tonic water glows! Bonus tip: Stick a small glowstick or glow bracelet in the bottom of a clear, plastic cup. Stack another cup on top and viola, glow-in-the-dark cups!
  • Soda and water keep cool in pumpkin ice buckets. I'd have the bucket backlit with candles or flickering LED lights (flameless candles).
  • Salty and sweet go great together, and popcorn and candy are staples of movie-viewing, so this Halloween popcorn is the best of both world. Lots of ideas on that link, btw.
  • Need horror movie ideas? Check out this site.
  • For another birthday activity, try these Halloween nails!

Have a spooky and safe weekend! Attending any Halloween parties this weekend? What's your favorite scary movie? They terrify me!


31 comments:

  1. Brilliant post, sweetie and those nails are awesome! Happy Friday. xo

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  2. how fun!! i havent watched any halloween movies this year! i think i need to change that asap! xoxo jillian:: cornflake dreams

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  3. Your parcel should be on it's way to you! I hope it gets there in time, and I hope you like it!
    L x

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  4. I love that spooky web candle and vampire punch bowl! These are some awesome ideas. She should have a great party! I'm going to chill out and watch scary movies this weekend myself. Have a great weekend Elle in Philly! :D
    http://sassyuptownchic.blogspot.com/

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  5. I'm throwing a party next weekend - sadly I'll still be in Fort Worth this weekend so no actual Halloween weekend party for me!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.com

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  6. Great inspiration! I love Halloween parties and went to one last weekend.

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  7. how fun! so cool for a birthday.

    have an awesome weekend :)

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  8. These are great ideas for a Halloween birthday celebration.:D

    Have a fun and safe weekend!:D

    ***** Marie *****
    allthingsmarie.com

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  9. Nice stuff you got, perfect for any halloween party

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  10. OMG this is by far the post about Halloween entertaining!! Someday I'm gonna steal all these ideas!

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  11. such fun ideas! i like the "cooler" pumpkin for beers and the web candle. enjoy your weekend :)

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  12. Great ideas!!! I'm a total wimp when it comes to scary movies!

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  13. The spiderweb balloon is AWESOME!!
    Happy Birthday Kayla!

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  14. Some friends and I are going to do a scary Halloween night. I'm not really a fan, but you're inspiration board looks great!

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  15. Tonic water glows?! I never knew that!

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  16. I wish you a good halloween day!!

    XOXO

    http://thedandydoll.blogspot.com/

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  17. These are fabulous ideas!! The spider web balloon is so creepy and cool at the same time.

    Have a great weekend in Philly!

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  18. Vampire punch?! Sounds fantastic!

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  19. The pumpkin ice bucket sounds fabulous!

    Hope you have a lovely weekend dear!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  20. I have to save this post for next year! Have a great time in PA!

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  21. Love your nail ideas! I missed that post so thanks for linking again.

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  22. Elle

    I love how creative you are I never knew tonic water glowed thanks for the tips :)

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  23. That popcorn with the chocolate looks delicious! :o)

    -Samantha

    http://thisfashionista.blogspot.com

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  24. Fabulous ideas! And how fun is it to have your bday on Halloween!! :) Happy B'day to the birthday girl!

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  25. love this festive post! The Vampire punch looks awesome!

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  26. Wow, these ideas are great! The vampire punch is amazing... you are so creative! Have a great time on your trip.

    xo
    Rachel

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  27. Greta ideas. Great tip about tonic water. I had no idea.

    Hope you are having a great time in Philly.

    *Erin

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  28. Great post! I love the inspiration!

    xo

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