BIC's 2024 Countdown to Halloween Thread!!!

[greeneyedgirl107]

Halloween!  It seems like every year it becomes more and more popular.  The candy.  The decorating.  The costumes.  It's so much fun for us to share in the celebration of the season.  Post in as much or as little detail as you'd like.  

And since this is being posted a little early, there are some bonus questions at the end for you to post on now, or once you're suffering from Halloween withdrawal come November 1st!

10/1: Favorite monster?  Favorite ghost?  Favorite ghoul?

10/2: What type of witch are you drawn to?

10/3: Most memorable or creepiest book, short story, fable or poem?

10/4: What Halloween-type movie needs a prequel or sequel?  And which franchise needs to be buried?

10/5: Most wanted king size bar of candy?  Which candy is better in fun size?

10/6: If you could go trick-or-treating for something other than candy, what would it be?

10/7: What costumes do you enjoy seeing when other people wear them?  Which ones make you cringe?

10/8: Have you ever had an otherworldly or supernatural experience?

10/9: Best and worst Halloween textures?  

10/10: Favorite size/shape/color of pumpkins?

10/11: What Halloween party game sounds like fun?  And which would you never play?

10/12: Apothecary, tarot cards, crystals - they're so "in" right now.  What ethereal things do you enjoy?  

10/13: What creeps you out?

10/14: Black cats crossing your path - good luck or bad luck?  Do you have any superstitions?

10/15: Post a Halloween-inspired meme.

10/16: What villains do you secretly root for?

10/17: What Halloween scent would you love to be turned into a spray-able fragrance?

10/18: Post your own prompt.

10/19: Sound off on Halloween kitsch!

10/20: What Halloween nail art would you love to wear?

10/21: Gothic style: yay or nay?

10/22: What do you think Halloween will look like in the future?  

10/23: Most unique use for candy corn?

10/24: Share creative ideas for leftover candy.

10/25: Best animal to chill with on Halloween night?

10/26: Orange: is it an under-rated color?  What's your favorite shade?  How best to use it for decorating, fashion, beauty?

10/27: If you were to cast a spell, what would it be?  What would you stir in your cauldron?  What would your magic wand be like?

10/28: Best Halloween sayings?  

10/29: If you could go to a themed costume party, what would you like to see everyone wear?

10/30: Best mischievous thing to do for Halloween.

10/31: Finish this sentence: It isn't Halloween without ______.

Bonus points:

Did anyone ever play a Halloween trick on you?

Craziest thing you ever received trick or treating?

If you could trunk or treat with any car, what would it be?

Milk chocolate or dark chocolate?

Red or green apples?

Pull over sweaters or cardigans?

Best part of a witch's wardrobe?

Skull decor - sound off!

[CynthieLu]

Great movie! @CorgiMommy 

[lmaster]

10/25: Best animal to chill with on Halloween night?

My black cat Magic 😻

10/26: Orange: is it an under-rated color? What's your favorite shade? How best to use it for decorating, fashion, beauty?

I actually love orange 🧡 I think neon orange is gorgeous 

10/27: If you were to cast a spell, what would it be? What would you stir in your cauldron? What would your magic wand be like? 

if I were to cast a spell it would be on mean kids that still bully, they would grow whiskers and tails and resemble rats lol.

I would stir in my cauldron if it's needed for the spell 

My magic wand of course would be covered in sparkly glitter and rhinestones

[Samtian]

If you were to cast a spell, what would it be?  What would you stir in your cauldron?  What would your magic wand be like?

A kindness spell. The world seems to be becoming more about me me me instead of looking out for others. I would stir good smelling stuff into my cauldron. My wand would be hmm...maybe something like an aspen or oak with a fancy black and white crystal on it. 

[alexasteph]

Oct. 27: My husband and I always say “Accio Jeep!” when we’re walking out to the parking lot of whichever store or establishment we’re leaving, so probably that one. 

My cauldron is definitely filled with iced coffee, and my wand is probably a straw from one of my many, many drinking vessels or tumblers. 

[CorgiMommy]

10/26 is orange an under rated color?  What's your favorite shade?  How best to use it for decorating, fashion, beauty?

I love orange especially the more burnt orange.   I have a few orange sweaters for the fall that I love.  I love mixing orange with navy or brown this time of year.

10/27: If you were to cast a spell, what would it be?  What would you stir in your cauldron?  What would your magic wand be like?

For those facing cancer to recover as I did a few years ago.  My cauldron would be filled with cosmos.  My magic wand would be a ski pole, can't wait for winter sports to start!

[Titian06]

10/27: If you were to cast a spell, what would it be?  To be understanding of those who are different from you.

What would you stir in your cauldron?  Black beans and rice.

What would your magic wand be like? Something like this:

Image from Google (Etsy?)

[alexasteph]

Oct. 26: I do struggle with orange a bit, and actually the reason they chose orange for Anxiety in Inside Out 2 is because true orange can actually be anxiety inducing for some, which is why you see true orange very rarely. It’s not really a color I gravitate to on its own.

That said, I do like burnt orange and coral quite a bit. Burnt in the fall, coral in the summer. I need my oranges to lean more red or pink for sure. Many of my shirts and tops are in the burnt orange or coral shade range. 

Decor for my home follows the same principle, lots of fall burnt oranges or summer corals. Of course, I have to mention my house tiger again, he seems to be getting a lot of shout outs! 

 

[Titian06]

@alexasteph - I love your orange cat!  What's his/her name?  I had a tabby tan and white cat.  I named her Titian after the color that the artist Titian made famous.  (I believe the color is now burnt sienna.)

I also agree about burnt orange and coral; they're great colors.  Most of my orange blushes are actually coral.

[alexasteph]

@Titian06 This is Simon. He’s such a weirdo, but orange cats have that reputation! He sneezed in my face this morning before I even got out of bed. We have another tabby who’s

more brown, named Drogo after Khal Drogo from Game of Thrones. 

[Samtian]

10/26: Orange: is it an under-rated color?  What's your favorite shade?  How best to use it for decorating, fashion, beauty?  I do not like orange haha. I looked up this thing that said 130 Orange shades and their hex codes, I stopped scrolling but I did like Bittersweet, Desert, and Honey. I think the more brown orange would be good for landscape decorating. 

[Titian06]

10/26: Orange: is it an under-rated color?  Yes!  I love orange!

What's your favorite shade?  Neon orange for nails (Zoya Oakly) and orange-red for lips (KVD Archangel).

How best to use it for decorating, fashion, beauty?   Nail polish and lipstick.

[CorgiMommy]

10/26: Orange: is it an under-rated color?  What's your favorite shade?  How best to use it for decorating, fashion, beauty?

I love all shades of orange especially the more rusty orange.   I love pairing orange with navy blue or dark brown at this time of year.   

[Samtian]

10/21: Gothic style: yay or nay? Yes yes yes!

10/22: What do you think Halloween will look like in the future?   I think it's dying out sadly. True Halloween that is. 

10/23: Most unique use for candy corn? ? No idea.

10/24: Share creative ideas for leftover candy. I just like eating it. 

10/25: Best animal to chill with on Halloween night? I'd love to chill with a fox. 

[CynthieLu]

Ooh a fox?? @Samtian 🦊 that sounds fun.

I picture he or she being scamper-y and getting into mischief and silliness. 

[Samtian]

@CynthieLu Oh that would be perfect!

[Titian06]

10/25: Best animal to chill with on Halloween night?  I might be a little biased, but I think a black cat and a black and white cat are best!  Really, whatever pet you have is best! 🥰🐾💖

[CynthieLu]

Having a relaxing night with rambunctious Linus and Remi sounds wonderful @Titian06 😊🎃

[alexasteph]

Oct. 25: In the spirit of Halloween, a black cat obviously. I however, don’t have a black cat but I have an orange one and that’s a Halloween color too. 

[CynthieLu]

Ahhh orange is definitely a Halloween colour @alexasteph 👌

[Titian06]

Love your answer, @alexasteph ! 🧡🐾🖤

[CorgiMommy]

10/25:  best animal to chill with on Halloween night?

Obviously the ones that live with you!  In my case three adorable corgis.