Hopefully this will be a good idea...

Yesterday I decieded I wanted to have a pumpkin decorating party this year.  It's no secret how much I love halloween, and I think it would be fun to have a get together to eat, decorate some pumpkins, and just hang out.   Because our kids and their friends are pretty young, and they don't need to stab someone or lose a finger, I am going to have paint, glitter, stickers, etc for their table.  I went through all of my craft stash, and I have everything we would need for this already.  (Also, if I use up some of my craft stash I will have a good excuse to go shopping for more for myself, this is a win win situation)  For the older kids or adults I am going to find some freebie patterns, and I have a few carving kits and items for those who can handle sharp knives.  I figure we can set up some tables in the garage to do this so we don't have to worry about any mess. 

I need to buy some pumpkins. I am thinking some pie size pumpkins for the kids, a few bigger ones for older people who want to play too. 

My husband thinks I am dork for wanting to do this.  And I am. BUT I know it will be fun.  And hey, I will have some beer, so he can amuse himself with that.

I already came up with an invite that I made with my CM digital program.  I have sent them to be printed at Costco, and I will pick them up tomorow after work.

As far as food goes, I seriously want to keep it simple.  Thinking about making some BBQ, or just being a slacker and ordering pizza.  Will have to figure out which would be cheaper.  Of course I want to have some snacks, so I am asking those who come to bring something to share.   I might attempt to come up with some kid games, or another easy craft (aka look on blogs for ideas).  I think this will be fun, and who knows, maybe we can start doing this every year....