For millions of us, Halloween is one of the most anticipated holidays of the year with candy, costumes, and good old-fashioned scary fun. In fact, it’s so fun that a record-setting 70 percent of Americans celebrated Halloween in 2011, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Are you one of those fun lovers? If so, perhaps it’s time to get into the mood and decorate your house!

We’ve gathered some fun ideas to get your creative juices flowing…

Fireplace Mantels
Fireplaces are the heart of the home. They are warm, inviting and offer a perfect setting for creating a Halloween décor masterpiece. Check out these ideas.

  
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Remember that fireplaces make fire, so be careful not to put any decorations near areas that may become hot.

Pumpkins!
The universal symbol of Halloween, the pumpkin, is to the average person what a palette is to an artist. Go ahead and get creative with a few pumpkins this year! Here are some ideas.


Simple yet creepy


Artisan’s Jack-O-Lantern


Hungry pumpkin – Arrrr!


Natural head dress


Pumpkin inside a pumpkin


Stack-O-Pumpkins


Frightened pumpkin


Howling at the moon

Outdoor areas
The spaces outside your home will look great adorned with Halloween décor. Check out these simple and affordable ideas.


Front step greetings


Garden – Halloween style


Scarecrow made easy


Corn shock: tall fall décor


Hanging fall baskets

From all of us at Fireplaces.com, have a safe and happy Halloween!