Where to Find Top Halloween Decorations now that many Retailers are Sold Out!

The recession caused many retailers to pull back Halloween inventories for higher priced Halloween decorations.

Many retailers thought that $150 and up animated Halloween characters would be slow sellers. Surprise! Many retailers have been caught off guard by consumers want to slurge for October's favorite holiday, Halloween.

I overheard a local Halloween retailer say this, "We couldn't afford to bring in more inventory this year, with the risk of sales not being there."

While this was a local store, it appears that it is true across the retail landscape and is forshadowing what we might see this Christmas.

We have search and found where you can still find the top selling Halloween decorations, but each day that goes by they are getting more and more scare.

Life Size Animated Jason Voorhees - We are finding that this animated slasher is Sold Out at many top online retailers. We found the largest selection at ebay.



Life Size Witch w/ Fogging Cauldron - This witch runs around $250 - $280 and has Sold Out. We found the best selection of animated witches here.



Eco-friendly Corpse Solar Light - When I first saw this I said, cool but will it sell? The answer yes and in a big way. We still found the Corpse Solar Light here.



Deluxe Animated Chainsaw - Again I was surprised that this is sold out by October 15th, but we did find a few more chainsaws at Amazon. This chainsaw is animated and also comes with sounds so it would have a startling effect on unsuspecting guests.

Giant Airblown Black Cat - We love airblown yard decorations and so do you, they have been selling out in stores and online. We found more animated Black Cats at Amazon. It turns out that many airblown Halloween inflatables have sold out this season here is a link to more Halloween inflatable decorations.

It appears that most retailers cut back inventories a lot this year and if you want that over the top Halloween decoration, shop now and get it because it could be sold out tomorrow.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady
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10 Fun Halloween Games and Activities for Kids 3 to 7

So you need Halloween party games for young children. Well we have taken the time to scan our list of almost 60 Halloween games to identify 10 Halloween games that are easy and fun to play.

Whether you have your Halloween party in a classroom, outdoors or in your house, most of these Halloween games can be set up easily and taken down in just minutes.

These are just some of the Halloween games we have at Party Game Ideas, so if you want more we’ve got lots more Halloween games for you.

Our Top 10 Favorite Halloween Games for Kids 3 – 7

Eyeball Bounce
Decorate ping pong ball to look like eyeballs. Then have the kids try to get the eyes in the pumpkin or cups.

Witch’s Hat Ring Toss
Take Witch hats and have kids use hoops to toss on the hats, for fun add prizes under the hats.

Broomstick Witch Hunt
Involves Story telling and kids spotting items to find the Halloween stash

Candy Corn Catch
A fun two person target game involving Candy Corn

Cluck Hunt
Simple but fun, kids work in team to find candy corn and call out to teammates to collect it.

Halloween Corners
Play music and the kids move around to select a corner, but will they survive the elimination.

Halloween Picture Bingo
It’s Bingo and with images it’s fun and easy for little kids to play, other versions available

Witch Hunt
Hide witches around a room or yard and have the hunt for them

Halloween Spooky Sounds Story
Everyone gets a sound to make and makes that sound during the story

Spooky Walk
A musical chairs type Halloween game but without the running and pushing.

Find more Halloween party games.
Check out Kids Halloween Costumes too.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Most Expensive Men's Halloween Costumes

Earlier today I commented on Halloween contest winners and what does it take to win a Halloween costume contest and that got me to thinking what are the most expensive costumes you can buy. It seems that men's costumes tend to be the most expensive and centered around Sci-Fi themes and Super Heroes.

Here are most expensive men's Halloween costumes.

1. Gene Simmons Kiss Armour Costume for a bid of $2,459 it could be yours. The auction ends Thursday. I will say this is a cool costume for the ultimate KISS fan, but to rich more my taste.

2. Dynamic Elvis Costume comes in at $999.99!


3. Batman - Collector's Edition only $799.99

Superman - Collector's Edition comes in a little less at $749.99

4. Darth Vader Collector's Edition comes in at $699.99

Star Wars Stormtrooper and Boba Fett Supreme Editions are also $699.99

5. Pumpkin King Costume found at auction for $575. This one is pretty cool and is 9 feet tall. The auction closes on Thursday the 15th.




All I can say is that these are pretty cool costumes and if you love Star Wars, Supper Heroes, Kiss and scary Halloween costumes these might be for you. The best news is that with high priced costumes like these they do tend to retain their value.



And if you are throwing a Halloween party check out our Halloween Games. We offer over 50 ideas for Halloween games most are do it yourself. So if you spend all your money on a Halloween costume, you'll be able to still have fun at your Halloween party.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Could This Wild Costume Idea be a Halloween Contest Winner

I have been thinking about what Halloween costumes could win Halloween contests this year and then I saw it right before my eyes on the tv this morning.

Where the Wild Things Are!

I have no idea how you would make a Where the Wild Things Are costume however I do beleive that if someone was to pull it off - It would most likely be a Halloween Costume winner.

What costume do you think would be a Halloween Contest winner?

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady
Party Game Ideas home to over 50 Halloween Games and great Halloween Costumes

10 Halloween Games for Grown Ups

While we feature a ton of kid’s Halloween party games, parents and singles often wonder where are the Halloween games for us?

Well we have a list of Halloween games for all types of grown ups including simple, creative and trivia ideas. So take all look and see if any of these Halloween games suit your fancy.

Halloween Costume Scavenger Hunt
Great for active adults in an urban area. Go out and take photos with or of other people in great costumes. (sorry – no photos of children)

Murder Mystery Party
Create a unique event involving 6 or 50 people, where you get to solve a Halloween themed murder mystery.

Monster Movie Trivia
Trip up your friends by creating a haunting trivia game, we give you several ideas or purchase printable trivia games that are ready to go.

Halloween Film Festival
Creative friends? Well challenge them to create mini versions of classic horror films or create your own mini films and challenge they to identify the classic it represents.

Halloween Trick or Treat Fear Factor
This Halloween game is geared towards teens and young adults who have strong stomachs and ready for any challenges. A very gross game.

Halloween Bingo
Easy, fun and in the Halloween spirit, Bingo is a game for all ages and all places.

Halloween Movie Master Game
This scene setting word play game involves guests identifying movie titles via displays. A clever idea and brainteaser for Halloween guests.

Halloween Story Game
Unique game that is good for Halloween dinner parties. In this game you send out the beginning of a story and the guests must bring and ending.

Pumpkin Bowling
Yes it is a kids game but adults love it to, set up the pins and have fun.

Pin the Witch
This is a fun but random party game where guests randomly select a spot on the witch and if someone hits her heart they win.

Check out almost 50 more Halloween Party Games at Party Game Ideas.
Plus we have Halloween costume and decoration resources too.

Sarah – The Party Game Ideas Lady

New Halloween Game - Eat Your Brains Perfect for Kids 10 to 18

We had such a great repsonse to the Trick or Trick Fear Factor game that when we saw a Brain mold we knew a game was soon to follow.

So we sat down and came up with Eat Your Brains. A gross and messy food eating game that is perfect for Zombie theme and just about any Halloween party.

We had so much fun with this idea we came up with two variations of Eat Your Brains, so if you don't like option 1 then try option 2 or create your own game idea.

Chek out our latest Halloween game Eat Your Brains and our list of over 50 do it yourself and printable Halloween games.

Other resourses:
Halloween costumes, Halloween decorations and Halloween store.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

10 Cool Halloween Party Games for Kids 7 - 12

As kids grow, it’s hard to determine what Halloween games might be to old or to young for them. At Party Game Ideas we have over 50 do it yourself Halloween games for all ages. So if you are looking for Halloween games we have game ideas for you.

We also know that you might not have time to search through all of the Halloween games we offer so we have selected our favorite Halloween games for kids between 7 and 12.

Most of these games and activities involve moving, gross stuff or mental challenges, we hope it helps you spend less time preparing for Halloween and more time enjoying it!

A few of our favorite Halloween Games and Activities for kids 7 to 12.

Gross Food Guess – Gross food and stuff
Tragic Sam – Story plus passing of body parts
Halloween Charades – A Halloween spin on a classic
Finish the Spooky Phrase – See who is the best mind reader
Halloween Treasure Hunt Game
Zombie Attack – Target game where you fend off zombies
Build a Scarecrow – Have kids running to build a scarecrow for Halloween decorations
Halloween Survivor – Group various activities together and guests try to become the Halloween Survivor champion
Halloween Bingo – Easy, fun and perfect to keep the kids busy for a few minutes before other activities.
Scary Haunting Story – A haunting story and passing of items

To be honest we had about 5 – 10 more Halloween games for this age group so check out our Halloween games list for more ideas.

Party Game Ideas has over 400 party games for birthday, holiday and special occasions. Plus we have information on Halloween costumes, Halloween decorations and much much more.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Best Selling Bachelorette Party Accessories for Fall!

If you though that fall Bachelorette parties were kinder, gentler and more relaxed as cooler whether sets, you would be Wrong!

Based on September product sales fall Bachelorette parties turn up the heat and might be wilder than steamy summer Bachelorette parties.

Check out the Best Selling Bachelorette Parties Accessories for September 2009.

Drum-roll please
10. Bridesmaid Sash
9. Hot Pink Penis Straws

8. Pecker Pinata Bachelorette Party Kits - ouch that could hurt!
7. Bachelorette Party Veil
6. Penis Pop's (There seems to be one common theme here!)

Now the Top 5
5. Captain Pecker - 6' Inflatable Penis - Is bigger better?
4. Penis Lollipop Bouquet
3. Bachelorette Tiara
2. Pin the Macho on the Man Game

And the Number 1 Bachelorette Party Accessory is

1. Pecker Party Straws

An interesting list of Bachelorette Party accessories, it seems that Bachelorettes are making subtle statement over are going over the top really embarrassing the bride to be. Either way we love it!

Planning a Bachelorette Party?
Then check out our Bachelorette Party Games. We offer game ideas for at home, restaurants, bar games, to do ideas and more.

These games are perfect if you are looking for something safe or just a little bit naughty.

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Finally A Halloween Game Teens Will Enjoy

I have been working hard to come up with more teens games for Halloween, as many of you have requested.

Teens are hard to please, but I think we have come up with a Halloween game that will cause the to say Cool, Gross or I am not doing that!

Halloween Trick or Treat Fear Factor
Yes, my friend took the idea of Fear Factor and turned it into a gross Halloween game and I even found links to gross Halloween food.

This Halloween game could be really disgusting, but I think it might just be the perfect game for a memorable Halloween party.

Visit here for more Halloween Games
Here for Halloween Costumes and Decorations

Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady

Best Selling Halloween Costumes and Last Minute Trends

Back in August we blogged about emerging Halloween costume trends and what was expected to be hot for this Halloween, well we now can give you an update on Halloween costume sales.

Not only will Michael Jackson end the year with 2 or 3 best selling albums in the top 10 this year. Michael Jackson has become the Top Selling costume so far for Halloween 2009!

The passing of other celebrities has also impacted sales of 70’s looks – Farrah Fawcett and Charlie’s Angels style clothes. In addition, we are seeing an interest in clothes and items that would represent Patrick Swayze from the film Dirty Dancing – ie – “Nobody puts baby in the corner” fame.

While Transformers was the biggest movie of the summer, The Joker and The Dark Knight costumes continue to outsell Bumblebee and Optimus Prime.

Vampire inspired costumes are also huge this year as Twilight and True Blood have increase interest in this classic costume. In many cases, there are few out of the box costumes for these brands so people are buying the basics and accessorizing in order to make a unique statement of their own.

For the under 10 crowd, Transformers, Batman and Harry Potter remain strong for boys; witches and Disney’s Princess and Fairies costumes dominate sales for girls.

Last minute emerging trends:
Zombies – Based off of Zombieland
Glee – Group theme based off the TV show
Where the Wild Things Are – Unique and cool if you can pull this off!

Fading Trends:
Jon & Kate Plus 8 – Who really wants to be so dysfunctional
Reality Hosts – There are just more interesting costumes

Additional Halloween Resources:
Check out more Halloween Costumes for kids and adults
For Halloween Party Games check out my site
And here for scary Halloween Decorations.

Happy Halloween
Sarah - The Party Game Ideas Lady