Hey there,
Hey there,
We’re officially in that sweet spot—the week before Halloween. Costumes are almost ready, candy’s (hopefully) still hidden, and excitement levels are climbing fast.
This week, we’re helping you get ahead of the chaos with quick prep tips, costume hacks, and easy, family-friendly activities to soak up the spooky fun before the big night.
Costume Check Week: Last-Minute Fixes & Fun Add-Ons
Before the “Mom, my costume doesn’t fit!” meltdown hits—run through this quick checklist:
✅ Try on everything (shoes, masks, accessories)
✅ Layer for warmth if it’s chilly
✅ Pack a mini repair kit (safety pins, tape, face wipes)
✅ Take a quick pic now—it’s one less thing to stress about on Halloween night
Pro tip: Add glow sticks or reflective tape for safety—and a little extra flair.
Easy Halloween Week Meals (Because You’ll Be Busy)
Keep dinners simple so you can focus on fun:
Taco Bar Tuesday: Quick, customizable, and always a hit.
Soup & Sandwich Night: Tomato soup + grilled cheese = cozy perfection.
Crockpot Comfort: Toss in chili or pulled BBQ chicken in the morning, done by dinner.
Mom win: Less time cooking = more time costume corralling.
Festive Family Fun Before the Big Night
Get into the Halloween spirit all week long—no sugar rush required:
Pumpkin Decorating Night: Paint, sticker, or carve—then light them up after dark.
Spooky Movie Countdown: One a night—Hocus Pocus, The Addams Family, The Nightmare Before Christmas.
Neighborhood Walk: Check out the best decorated houses—it’s free entertainment.
Bonus: Let the kids vote on their favorite house—it’s a mini tradition in the making.
Tiny Joys to Savor This Week
The smell of roasted pumpkin seeds
Kids practicing their “trick or treat!” voices
That cozy feeling of a candlelit night and a quiet house after bedtime
That’s it for this week! Next week, we’ll go all-in on Halloween—snack boards, costume night hacks, and ways to make trick-or-treating stress-free and fun (for everyone).
Until then, take a deep breath, enjoy the build-up, and remember: the chaos is the memory.
Stay OhSoStyled,
❤️ Sophia
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