October 27, 2012

Recipe for a festive Halloween party!


A few ingredients to concocting a fun Halloween party Kenward-style! 


Ingredients:

3 face painters/tattoo artists  

We asked my college niece to bring some of her college friends to help with the face painting and Halloween tattoos at this year's party.  We kept the girls busy all night long.



10+carnival games
A few of the games were on loan from one of Chris's elementary schools.  Thank you, Lakeside. 




Handfuls of candy and sweet treats



1 popcorn machine
Thank you, Lakeside Elementary.  YUMMY!


1 easy crafting activityPipe cleaners and mini wooden dowel rods make perfect wands. 


Too many over-the-top Halloween decorations to count




Mix all the ingredients together and enjoy 4 hours of party fun!





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Chris came as this year's MLB Triple Crown Winner...Miguel Cabrera 


It was a great party with over 100+ guests.  I was so busy playing hostess that I didn't take nearly as many pictures as I have done in years past. Don't worry though.  Halloween continues with Chris's 15+ carved pumpkins on my next post!


 
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32 comments:

  1. JodeeOctober 27, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    It looks like it was another successful Halloween party! Love, love, love every single spooky detail! So cute!

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  2. LynnOctober 27, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    I was thinking about you yesterday! Looks like a great night, with big smiles everywhere:@)

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  3. UnknownOctober 27, 2012 at 7:37 PM

    Looks like your party was a success!! Your face painters are quite the pro's!!

    chris

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  4. CourtneyOctober 27, 2012 at 7:50 PM

    So happy to hear you pulled off another great party! Looks like everyone had a great time. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.

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  5. LeeOctober 27, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    Wowie zowie~great pictures! Must have been a wonderful party! Can't wait to see Chris' pumpkins!
    Thanks for sharing the fun.

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  6. NellieOctober 27, 2012 at 8:56 PM

    Oh, my! Wow!! What a party!!

    All I can say is - "Go Cabrera!" Not looking very good at this point.:(

    xo Nellie

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  7. BarbaraOctober 27, 2012 at 8:57 PM

    Your friends must really look forward to this every year! Looks like spectacular fun!

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  8. Erica of Golden Egg VintageOctober 27, 2012 at 9:17 PM

    Looks like it was the ultimate Halloween party! My favorite pic is the one of that little girl with a bat painted on her face.
    heehee!
    Erica :)

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  9. Pam KesslerOctober 27, 2012 at 9:24 PM

    It looks like so much fun. And I am dreaming of hot buttery popcorn right now. Glad you all had a great night.

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  10. ~Lavender Dreamer~October 27, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    That really is an amazing party! Josie gets my vote for the cutest face painting! And your house is awesome...from top to bottom! You must look forward to this all year long...I know you do! Wish I lived closer! Sweet hugs...now get some rest and enjoy the next few days!

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  11. DonnaOctober 27, 2012 at 9:47 PM

    Sounds like your party was a big hit, Kim! Bet you are already planning next year's festivities! Wow, you guys sure outdid yourselves!

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  12. Wild Oak DesignsOctober 27, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    Thanks for sharing the festivities! wonderful shots and glad to find your blog.
    Come for a visit....
    Nancy
    http://wildoakdesigns.blogspot.com

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  13. Joanna BOctober 27, 2012 at 10:52 PM

    Oh my word...you guys have the best parties! I am sure everyone looks forward to your Halloween party all year!

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  14. LynneOctober 27, 2012 at 11:05 PM

    CHEERS to you for the best Halloween party in town!

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  15. Tammy's in LoveOctober 27, 2012 at 11:22 PM

    Well that looks like it was worth every minute of preparation~ A good time was had by all!

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  16. maricheOctober 28, 2012 at 4:30 AM

    c'est vraiment génial toutes ces décorations.Bravo

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  17. vivianOctober 28, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Great Pictures! I love all the face painting. wow.. they did a great job. How lucky your friends and their kids are that you throw this party every year! they will always remember coming to your spooktacular house for halloween!
    Do you get a lot of trick or treaters? I would imagine you do. I dont. Im lucky if I get any. I always have a little candy on hand for my neighbors. Im sure tiffany and bethany will bring torry and marla over. but its going to be a very rainy soggy halloween here.
    cant wait to see the pumpkins!
    have a great sunday!
    xoxo

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  18. ★Carol★October 28, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Do you realize that not only are you making fantastic Halloween memories for your children, but also for the many many other kids that go to your parties? They will remember it for years to come! It looks like it was a magical night, and your whole family is awesome!

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  19. NanaDianaOctober 28, 2012 at 12:14 PM

    Hi Kim! I am finally back from my blogging break. I have missed your posts. Those are some amazing Halloween shots and great memory makers. What a wonderful party!!!! xo Diana ps...love the little one in the Dorothy costume with the madeup face.

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  20. vintage greyOctober 28, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    Wow, what fun Kim!! So glad it was a great party!! The girls look too cute!!! xo Heather

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  21. craftylesOctober 28, 2012 at 2:41 PM

    Wow, looks like so much fun! I'm sure everyone had a blast. I bet you guys need a rest after all that.

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  22. UnknownOctober 28, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    Wow....just wow.....:)

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  23. laurie -magpie ethelOctober 28, 2012 at 3:57 PM

    Party time! Another one bites the Halloween dust...awesome!

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  24. KJ@letsgoflyakiteOctober 28, 2012 at 4:20 PM

    It looks like you had an amazing evening, everyone looks so happy in their costumes, I love seeing what the guests chose to wear, I think my favourite is the TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS JERSEY!! :)))

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  25. GARAGE SALE GALOctober 28, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    WOW, I think you could be a professional party planner! What FUN!!!
    Warmly,
    deb

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  26. My Vintage MendingOctober 28, 2012 at 9:41 PM

    I cannot believe you had that many people...Congratulations...We are enjoying the game now...Yeah Chris...smiles..Renee

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  27. KarinOctober 28, 2012 at 10:41 PM

    Wow...your Halloween parties are amazing! The face painting was incredible.

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  28. La Vie QuotidienneOctober 28, 2012 at 11:01 PM

    What fun! You really do the most wonderful parties. Amazing and such memories for your family.

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  29. Cheryl G.October 29, 2012 at 11:28 AM

    Looks like a GREAT party!
    So much work went into that party but it looks like the FOUR of you have fun in the process!
    Wish I could have made it!

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  30. Corey October 29, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    Looks amazing!! What fun, fun memories for your girls!

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  31. Corey October 29, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    Looks amazing!! What fun, fun memories for your girls!

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  32. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasOctober 30, 2012 at 3:22 AM

    Kim,
    Looks like it was a fantastic party for all those that attended!!

    You amaze me!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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