Halloween in New Zealand tends to be on the darker side--there's far more blood than cute. I've always been a big fan of the major Halloween franchises (even if I have a tendency to then stay up all night!) so thought I'd use the opportunity to become a scream queen myself. This super easy blood-splattered tank is a fun way to go dark this Halloween without going overboard. This post contains affiliate links. Supplies: white tank top Pebeo Setacolor in Vermilion paint brush ... Read More
Candy Corn Pom Pom Wreath
Having Halloween in spring is such a weird thing to me. It's hard to feel properly spooky with pink flowers coming up everywhere. I decided, though, that candy corn was the perfect theme for a spring Halloween. It's bright, fun, and so very more-ish. No need to comment if you feel any other way! I made a super fun candy corn pom pom wreath as a cheerful Halloween decoration--we may not be able to get the actual candy here, but I can decorate based on it! This post contains affiliate ... Read More
Black Rose Halloween Wreath
While a handful of Halloween decorations have popped up in stores, there isn't nearly what I had hoped for. I haven't seen a single fake pumpkin anywhere and so much of my Halloween crafting involves those. I'll be better prepared next year! I've managed to cobble together a few random supplies, though, and have been creating my own Halloween. With just a few supplies and half an hour, I made this fun and spooky black rose Halloween wreath. It's hanging next to our front door and I've been asked ... Read More
Halloween Celebrations around the World
I have been missing Halloween in the worst way this year. I grew up with Halloween being an actual season--decorations, costumes, and neighborhood trick or treating. No one celebrates Halloween quite like North America. The United States took Irish traditions, massively commercialized them, and made them into something much bigger (and I love it!). Thanks to the spread of American expatriates and American culture, though, Halloween is catching on in more places. I'm hoping to be a part of that ... Read More
Why You Should Consider a Fall Visit to New Zealand
While most people think summer is the optimum time to visit New Zealand, autumn may actually be the best season to explore the country. With slightly cooler temperatures than summer, and definitely less people, exploring New Zealand between March and May allows travelers to enjoy the vibrant colours of the leaves among other activities. Here are a few reasons why you should consider a fall visit to New Zealand. Hawke’s Bay The North Island region of Hawke's Bay may be the best area to visit ... Read More
Best Museums in Edinburgh
I am so missing Edinburgh and am so grateful for the time I had there. History, art, and architecture abound and I loved just walking around and taking it all in. The museum geek in me loved being able to pop into one of the many museums as I passed by. With so many museums, deciding which ones to visit can be overwhelming if you're visiting for a short time. Here is a list of the best museums in Edinburgh, where you are sure to learn something new and deepen your appreciation for the beauty and ... Read More