By Aryne + Dulcinea, October 28, 2019
Halloween is the time to lean into all things spooky, and home décor can play an essential role is establishing the ambiance. However, traditional store-bought decorations can be scary for all the wrong reasons. Materials commonly include non-recyclable plastics, synthetic fabrics and toxic paint, which wreak havoc on our ecosystem. There are many ways to embrace the holiday of horror while reducing your environmental impact, and these sustainable DIY Halloween decorations are great activities to pair with pumpkin carving.
Egg Carton Bats
Rather than throwing your egg cartons in the recycling bin, set them aside for this classic Halloween craft. A perfect family-friend activity, this craft only requires egg cartons, a pair of scissors, black acrylic paint and some string to complete. You can get a step-by-step guide on on how to create these critters from Crafts by Courtney.
Floating Ghost
There isn’t a household item that has been more integral to the tradition of Halloween than the bedsheet. It works perfectly in a cinch and makes an impact on passersby. Using string, a white sheet and paint you can create a ghost to hang in your yard. If you don’t have a tree to hang your ghost from, this trick also works by covering a hydrogen-filled balloon with a lightweight sheet or cheesecloth. The motion from the balloon will even add an extra layer of realism! Additionally, you can preserve your white sheets by using attaching black paper cutouts to the material with a safety pin.
Spooky Spider Web
Store-bought spiderwebs are among the most commonly purchased Halloween decorations, but these webs can disruptive your local wildlife, as owls, bats and small birds can actually become trapped in them. You can create a safer web with yarn, which you can then reuse for a later project. For the details on how to create a spider web decorations for your home, check out this comprehensive tutorial.
By opting for sustainable DIY Halloween decorations, you can still indulge in ghoulish fun without playing any tricks on the environment. What Halloween crafts will you be enjoying this year? Let us know!
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Aryne + Dulcinea are full-service, high-producing agents, who understand how to navigate the unique challenges facing the Portland real estate market. The secret to their success is in their professionalism and complementary skill sets. In 2012, Aryne + Dulcinea saw an opportunity to combine their creative and technical wisdom to create a values-driven, full-service agency unlike any other. Expert negotiators and project management mavens with a strong background in creative marketing, Aryne + Dulcinea serve as fierce advocates for their clients. Their passion for real estate relates closely to their commitment to the Portland way of life, which entails a dedication to sustainability and appreciation for all things local. As Earth Advantage Brokers and ADU Certified Specialists, Aryne + Dulcinea are savvy in all aspects of alternative living practices—from versatile housing additions, green building practices, and revenue-generating strategies. Whether you’re looking to buy or sell, Aryne & Dulcinea will work in collaboration to guide you in investing in your future and reaching you real estate goals.
Aryne greets working with clients throughout Portland with open arms. Licensed since 2005, she appreciates the ever shifting desires her clients have as they move through their real estate goals. Investigative genius on her side, Aryne will strive to bring you the results you desire. When not working for you, Aryne is a constant cheerleader for her son and daughter’s pursuits on the basketball court and on the ballet stage! She practices yoga, hikes, loves to walk and explore Portland neighborhoods, reads, and delights in soaking up everything Portland has to offer!
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