Candy, though being associated with Halloween for centuries, has also long been associated with health issues such as spikes in sugar levels, weight gain and contributing to such things as diabetes and decay of our teeth. However, there are other Halloween treat ideas that you to hand out to your trick-or-treaters.  We can all make sure our kids enjoy this Halloween by giving them treats that won’t harm or affect their health.

After having numerous conversations with kids in my family, their friends and their classroom buddies I have come up with a list of treats the kids would enjoy just as much, if not more, than Halloween candy.

Healthy Snacks:

Raisins or other dried fruit packets

Bags of homemade trail mix

Mixed nuts that can also be mixed with raisins or dried cranberries

Apples can be decorated with small scary spiders that you can attach to the stem

Bananas and oranges can be decorated with painted Halloween faces

Other Great Treats:

Kids love stick-on stickers and temporary tattoos

Wax teeth and mustaches have been a hit on Halloween for as long as I can remember

Small wind-up toys that jump and move in many different ways – many adults have collected these since they were children

Boxes of Crayons

Spooky tops for their pencils and spooky shaped erasers

Sidewalk Chalk – great for Hop Scotch and for drawing pictures on the sidewalk or driveway

Freaky plastic rings shaped like spiders and other creatures will go nicely as accessories to their costumes.  A cat ring would be a great addition to the Pink Barbie Cat Costume for girls.

Many of your local party stores will have Halloween party favor bags. Some of them have miniature harmonicas and other fun toys in them.  I take these bags and use the contents individually for the trick-or-treaters. Kids love Halloween whether they get lots of candy or other fun and playful treats in their bag.

With the thousands of children that can’t eat candy due to health issues such as diabetes or food allergies, it’s important to have alternatives to Halloween candy so they can also enjoy the holiday.

I plan to give out candy, both regular and sugar-free, but I also plan to have many other treats for the children that prefer them or just can’t eat the candy.  Why should they be left out when there are so many easy ways to include them in the Halloween Spirit?

The Child Bratz Cat Costume is at the top of the list for Halloween 2009

Happy Halloween!

Halloween is a holiday that many enjoy, both old and young. There are endless options that people have when it comes to dressing up. Star Wars Halloween costumes are something that has become more and more popular over the years. The success of this movie has allowed for this to happen.

Both women and young girls have been finding the look of Princess Leia appealing to them when it comes time for them to find a costume. The beautiful white dress can be found in either a very sexy look for the older girls or in a plainer version for the younger girl. Either way the person wearing it can radiate the aura of the Princess herself.

Men are way more inclined to look towards Darth Vader or Han Solo as their icons to portray. Darth Vader is a fairly straightforward concept to follow. If you’ve got the huge black robe you have 1/2 the battle conquered.

When it comes to Star Wars Halloween costumes accessories can suggest a lot! The mask that Darth Vader wears is an example of this. You need to ensure that you have all the accessories you need to pull off the look of this person. The light saber is another thing that can be handy to have. After all , they were regularly seen with one of them in the flick.

Han Solo had his robe as his first piece of apparel. This is not something that’s hard to copy. But then you need to remember he had the shoulder sash that held the light saber that he used, as well as his boots. Having an analogous hairstyle or wig can help complete this look.

These are just two easy things that people can do, that might not cost them a lot of money. If you have more money to spend then go all out with it. You can do some shopping on the Net and find tons of sites that sell Star Wars apparel.

If this is the route that you want to take then you may want to ensure of how you want to be sized for the outfit that you need. There are numerous sizing divergences that can be found when a person shops online. You want to make sure that you get an outfit that fits you well. An outfit that fits poorly is not going to be terribly appealing. You’ll never win a contest like that!

Another thing you need to think about is what you have available to spend when it comes to an outfit. There are many Star Wars Halloween costumes that will cost a quite some money because they have been branded. Keep your eyes out for this. If you look around you’ll probably be ready to find something that is extraordinarily close to the branded option but is much simpler to take when it comes to your pocket.

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The demand for Halloween costumes has never had it so good! Sites like Costumes4less.com and others offer hundreds of options online today! You have the clown costumes, Star Wars costumes, Harry Potter, Elvis, Disney characters, Playboy, Batman, Pirate costumes, Rock Stars, Superman and Spiderman costumes! If there is Ferocious Gorilla for men, there is the ‘Officer Frisk Me’ for women – besides ‘Sexy Naughty’ Santa and the Blue Vampiress costumes! In clown costumes there are baby clowns, clown gags, masks, prop, killer, teen and child clown costumes! All the options in Halloween costumes come to fit for a wide range of sizes – for human and for pets!

The year 2009 saw a tremendous rise in the popularity of Barack Obama Masks and renewed interest in political costumes. Movie hero, Super Hero and pirate costumes have continued to remain in the list of the choicest options. The Batman saga, especially the Joker and the Dark Knight continues to feature amongst the top of the popularity list. The characters from the Harry Potter films – both popular figures like Voldemort, Dementor and the new characters like Half Blood Prince Slytherin, Professor Horace Slughorn; besides the Quidditch Robe, Harmione wig and attires of vampires, skeleton and zombies; and yes Wolverine, from the movie ‘X-Men Origins: Wolverine’, have shown tremendous rise to the top of list of popular choices.

Indiana Jones and the characters from Star Wars like Chewbacca, Anakin Skywalker, Yoda and Darth Vader, besides the Clone and Storm Troopers have been also been very popular alongside new entries like Inflatable Sumo and Transformer costumes!

Shrek has been a regular feature as well as cowboys, astronauts and costumes from the Medieval and Renaissance periods. Queen Elizabeth costume still finds its takers and so does Marie Antoinette. Not surprisingly, costumes corresponding to celebrities who are no longer with us have done well. The list includes Elvis, Farrah Fawcett and Billy Mays. The demand for Michael Jackson costume has shown a serious rise after the recent demise of the legend.

In women’s costumes, Playboy Bunny, Austin Powers ‘Fembot’ – the famous and sexy android, Gangster Moll, Pirate Wench and ‘Ahoy There Hottie’ seem to be in great demand! Other popular costumes are Emma Frost Sassy Prestige, Enchanting Queen of Hearts and St Sinners School for Girls costumes.

In costumes for children, the popular items are Transformers Bumblebee, Teen Titans DC, Aladdin Jasmine Deluxe. Club House Minnie Mouse have made to the charts besides Wolverine Original costume. 2009 has also seen dedicated fan followings for Star Trek characters, Terminator T 600 and Wolfman amongst boys; and Spidergirl, Batarina, Princess Tiana and the Flower Fairy amidst girls.

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Halloween is a holiday that offers very different types of fun for kids and adults. Looking for a striking and appealing plus size Women Halloween Costume that will not burst the bank might be sometimes tough. Searching for plus size Women Halloween Costume in some stores in your city or online at bargain prices may be like passing a camel through the eye of the needle. However, don’t lose heart and abandon your search this Halloween. In these days of economic downturn every cent saved matters. So if you wish to save some cash this year’s Halloween shopping, following are some popular choices of plus size Women’s Halloween Costume that will not burst your bank.

The top selling Halloween costumes for Plus Size Females in 2009 are:

1. The Wizard of Oz Dorothy Plus Adult Costume

The idea of dressing up as a voluptuous Greek goddess is also feasible since most Greeks love woman with such figures. A golden outfit is enough to portray this dressing style and some green or gold silk leaves are sewn to the headband which is used as an accessory. The Wizard of Oz Dorothy Plus Adult Costume includes the famous blue and white gingham dress with attached white blouse. You may consider the Toto in Basket as an optional accessory.

2. Saloon Girl Adult Plus Costume

Tame the Wild West! And Flirt with the notion of being sassy AND sexy! The Saloon Girl Costume includes a feathered headpiece, a black and red puff-sleeved top, a matching corset belt, and a black skirt with red sequin and sheer organza trim. Serve those suds in style that puts you in a unique class!

3. Sexy Evil Queen Plus Adult Costume

Is she the fairest of them all? At least you can be the sexiest in this Sexy Evil Queen Adult Plus costume, great for all occasions! The Sexy Evil Queen Plus Adult Costume includes a Purple and black dress with gold trim and front tie, black cape with red lining and attached white collar, and black crown. You may want to consider a pair of boots and apple as added accessories.

4. Plug & Socket Couples Set Plus Adult Costume

If you want to make a clear statement this Halloween consider the High Voltage Couple costume which includes: Black and Gray socket tunic AND White plug costume with cord. The Plug & Socket Couples Set Plus Adult costumes are made of a lightweight durable fabric over Demur foam. The Socket Costume is a Black tunic with gray sockets on the front. Bottom socket has flap openings for prongs from plug costume to fit into. The Plug Costume is a White foam plug piece (goes all the way around) with an elastic waist band, open bottom for easy walking/dancing, with a White foam cord attached in back and two Gold fabric prongs in the front. The plug is a foam “box” style costume that comes out approximately 5″ in the front from the waist band (not including the prongs), 1.5 inches in the back, and less than 1″ on each side. You may want to consider using a matching Pants and shirts that you have available. The Plug will fit into socket costume! Sure to be a hit at any party!

5. Red Riding Hood Plus Adult Costume

Every big bad wolf out there must watch out and give way, here comes sexy Red Riding Hood! The Red Riding Hood Plus Adult Costume is in a class of its own and includes: White blouse, brown faux leather vest, Red Skirt and hooded caplets. This kind of a costume is ideal for plus size women who wish to hide their figures. However, various types of plus size costumes are available in the market and people can choose according to personal preferences.

6. Vixen Pirate Wench Plus Adult Costume

She may not have many pirate skills but her looks is what really kills. The Vixen Pirate Wench costume includes a mighty fine velvet double lace up corset dress with a blood red playful peasant top attached. Red bow details on the sleeves are also included in this marvelous look. This gorgeous garment of black and red contrast will have all the fair gents around you aghast!

7. Captain Swashbuckler Plus Adult Costume

She’ll have all the boys begging for parle. She knows she’s seductive, she knows she’s swank, now do her a favor, and walk that plank! The Captain Swashbuckler costume includes a very sexy velvet lace up coatdress that features a Victorian style ivory mini-gown attached to a captain’s coat adorned with lace sleeves. Gold ribbon and button embellishments on the coat help make this dress a piece of pirate perfection. You may consider a matching Sword, Hat, shoes, petticoat, and fishnets as optional accessories. You may even ask your partner to pair with you as a pirate for a great couple‘s theme this Halloween!

Conclusion

This Halloween, you should wear a costume that makes a clear statement and gets you noticed, rather than simply blending in with everyone else! Make sure you choose one of the latest and classy Plus Size Women’s Halloween Costumes available. Happy Halloween!

Halloween is a holiday that offers very different types of fun for kids and adults. Looking for a striking and appealing plus size Women Halloween Costume that will not burst the bank might be sometimes tough. Searching for plus size Women Halloween Costume in some stores in your city or online at bargain prices may be like passing a camel through the eye of the needle. However, don’t lose heart and abandon your search this Halloween. In these days of economic downturn every cent saved matters. So if you wish to save some cash this year’s Halloween shopping, following are some popular choices of plus size Women’s Halloween Costume that will not burst your bank.

The top selling Halloween costumes for Plus Size Females in 2009 are:

1. The Wizard of Oz Dorothy Plus Adult Costume

The idea of dressing up as a voluptuous Greek goddess is also feasible since most Greeks love woman with such figures. A golden outfit is enough to portray this dressing style and some green or gold silk leaves are sewn to the headband which is used as an accessory. The Wizard of Oz Dorothy Plus Adult Costume includes the famous blue and white gingham dress with attached white blouse. You may consider the Toto in Basket as an optional accessory.

2. Saloon Girl Adult Plus Costume

Tame the Wild West! And Flirt with the notion of being sassy AND sexy! The Saloon Girl Costume includes a feathered headpiece, a black and red puff-sleeved top, a matching corset belt, and a black skirt with red sequin and sheer organza trim. Serve those suds in style that puts you in a unique class!

3. Sexy Evil Queen Plus Adult Costume

Is she the fairest of them all? At least you can be the sexiest in this Sexy Evil Queen Adult Plus costume, great for all occasions! The Sexy Evil Queen Plus Adult Costume includes a Purple and black dress with gold trim and front tie, black cape with red lining and attached white collar, and black crown. You may want to consider a pair of boots and apple as added accessories.

4. Plug & Socket Couples Set Plus Adult Costume

If you want to make a clear statement this Halloween consider the High Voltage Couple costume which includes: Black and Gray socket tunic AND White plug costume with cord. The Plug & Socket Couples Set Plus Adult costumes are made of a lightweight durable fabric over Demur foam. The Socket Costume is a Black tunic with gray sockets on the front. Bottom socket has flap openings for prongs from plug costume to fit into. The Plug Costume is a White foam plug piece (goes all the way around) with an elastic waist band, open bottom for easy walking/dancing, with a White foam cord attached in back and two Gold fabric prongs in the front. The plug is a foam “box” style costume that comes out approximately 5″ in the front from the waist band (not including the prongs), 1.5 inches in the back, and less than 1″ on each side. You may want to consider using a matching Pants and shirts that you have available. The Plug will fit into socket costume! Sure to be a hit at any party!

5. Red Riding Hood Plus Adult Costume

Every big bad wolf out there must watch out and give way, here comes sexy Red Riding Hood! The Red Riding Hood Plus Adult Costume is in a class of its own and includes: White blouse, brown faux leather vest, Red Skirt and hooded caplets. This kind of a costume is ideal for plus size women who wish to hide their figures. However, various types of plus size costumes are available in the market and people can choose according to personal preferences.

6. Vixen Pirate Wench Plus Adult Costume

She may not have many pirate skills but her looks is what really kills. The Vixen Pirate Wench costume includes a mighty fine velvet double lace up corset dress with a blood red playful peasant top attached. Red bow details on the sleeves are also included in this marvelous look. This gorgeous garment of black and red contrast will have all the fair gents around you aghast!

7. Captain Swashbuckler Plus Adult Costume

She’ll have all the boys begging for parle. She knows she’s seductive, she knows she’s swank, now do her a favor, and walk that plank! The Captain Swashbuckler costume includes a very sexy velvet lace up coatdress that features a Victorian style ivory mini-gown attached to a captain’s coat adorned with lace sleeves. Gold ribbon and button embellishments on the coat help make this dress a piece of pirate perfection. You may consider a matching Sword, Hat, shoes, petticoat, and fishnets as optional accessories. You may even ask your partner to pair with you as a pirate for a great couple‘s theme this Halloween!

Conclusion

This Halloween, you should wear a costume that makes a clear statement and gets you noticed, rather than simply blending in with everyone else! Make sure you choose one of the latest and classy Plus Size Women’s Halloween Costumes available. Happy Halloween!