Okay, so we’re not some ominous harbingers of doom, but climate change is real, and we all should do everything we can to reverse or at least stop its effect. And where should we all start? Why, at the second-most beloved festivity Halloween, of course! We’ve dedicated this article to sustainable Halloween ideas, so keep on reading and keep them in mind when you are planning this year’s Halloween party.
Seriously, Halloween is ripe for going greener - think of all the plastics used in trick-or-treating, the candy wrappers, the costumes, and the decorations! They could all very well be sustainable, upcycled, or recycled. Take, for instance, sustainable Halloween costumes - an old sheet for an all-time classic ghost costume, something thrifted, or something borrowed, and voila, you’re now a sustainable vampire or a ghoul! But why stop there when you could also turn your Halloween decoration ideas green, too? Paper bags, old milk cartons, or jars can definitely be turned into the most original and unique decorations. And who doesn’t love to get a bit crafty from time to time? And then, of course, there’s the Halloween party - a playground for sustainability!
So, ready to check out our sustainable Halloween tips? From upcycled costumes to green treats, you’ll find all the relevant info just a smidgen further down. And if we’ve missed something, be sure to add your own ideas in the comment section!
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Halloween Parties - Ditch the disposables and use cloth napkins and tablecloths.
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Halloween Parties - Who needs new decorations when you can find them in thrift stores or borrow from your friends or family. Store them and use them next year!
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Halloween Trick-or-Treating ideas - Create your own Halloween traditions! Instead of dressing up or handing out candy, head out for a movie, dinner with friends, caramel popcorn, and a warm spot on the couch to conquer Autumn's chilly evenings.
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Pumpkins - Compost old jack-o-lanterns, food scraps, and fallen leaves for great soil next spring to enrich your vegetable garden. If you don't have your own compost pile, look for local pumpkin recycling.
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Paper - Using recyclable materials like paper can make a huge impact at a Halloween party!
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Yarn web - Use organic cotton yarn to create a spider web in or outside of your home! It will look more convincing than some store-bought plastic one.
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Fruit – Fruit as a treat? Why not! You can always turn oranges into tiny jack-o-lanterns or bananas into ghosts. See, instantly cool!
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Eco-friendly & ethically-made candles - Find them at specialty stores, order them online, or even make your own!
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Barbie zombies & walking dolls - Transform your old barbies and dolls giving them a spooky character and use them for decorating your home!
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Parties - We shouldn't tell you not to use disposable cups, plates, and cutlery to cut down waste, right? Use regular dishes or buy biodegradable ones instead! You can even label them with cute handmade labels so that your guests can keep track of theirs.
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Transportation - Trick-or-Treat by walking around your neighborhood instead of driving around. Get to know your neighbors, reduce your carbon emissions and help keep the streets safe for other walkers.
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Pumpkins - Light your jack-o-lanterns with handmade beeswax candles, instead of soy or paraffin-based waxes.
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Pumpkins - Try growing organic pumpkins in your own backyard for an especially Green Halloween!
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Make your own face and body paint - It’s super easy to create a color that’s safe for your face and body! Most body paint recipes call for ingredients that are likely already in the pantry, fridge, or bathroom cabinet. A simple body paint recipe is just cornstarch, body lotion, water, and food coloring, and voila! you have your very own paint!
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Halloween party ideas - Cooking your own will reduce plastic packaging, lower sugars, and salts! Also, you're bound to be praised for your delicious home cooking.
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Potluck Party - Host a pot-luck hallo-green party and ask your friends to bring their contributions in re-usable containers! Sounds like a fun idea, doesn't it?
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Go as an eco-friendly character - If you or your kid is an advocate for fighting against climate change, go the extra mile by dressing up as one of these homemade eco-themed costumes like Vampire Energy, Captain Planet, and the Lorax. If the effects of climate change aren’t enough to give your community a fright, these costumes will!
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Invest in a onesie - If costume creation isn’t your style, buy an outfit that’ll work for Halloween and kicking it at home all year round. Think along the lines of a koala onesie or a sloth jumpsuit. Worth the investment if you were to ask us!
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Halloween decorations - Fallen branches and leaves work perfect! You could even make an autumnal Halloween wreath from twigs, leaves, and other fallen foliage. Crafty and sophisticated!
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Halloween costumes - Charity shops are a great option for decade-themed costumes or those with a creative mind. And you might even find cool Halloween costumes there, too!
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