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As Ramadan approaches in Cairo, residents decorate homes with arabesque lights and fawanees lanterns, while markets buzz with people buying decor and gifts for evening iftars; once the month begins, the focus shifts to fasting and extended nightly prayers.
The Holly Jolly Mouse House near Cumnock has been crowned Scotland's Christmas Home of the Year 2025, winning praise for its magical Christmas spirit, nostalgic charm, and creative decorations themed around Mouseland, with the homeowners Ellenor and Gary planning their festive decor months in advance.
The article highlights the Kardashian-Jenner family's elaborate Halloween decorations and past costumes, showcasing their love for the holiday through festive decor and creative outfits, with a focus on their recent celebrations and costume history.
The article previews Halloween 2025, highlighting new decorations and costumes available from major retailers like HomeGoods, Michaels, Spirit Halloween, Anthropologie, and others, including outdoor animatronics, home decor, and themed accessories to enhance spooky celebrations both inside and outside the home.
The White House is lavishly decorated for the holidays, marking the Bidens' last Christmas in office. First Lady Jill Biden delivered a holiday message from the East Room, expressing gratitude to the over 300 volunteers who helped adorn the White House with the theme 'A Season of Peace and Light.' The decorations include 83 Christmas trees, nearly 10,000 feet of ribbon, over 28,000 ornaments, and 165,000 lights, reflecting the Bidens' values during the festive season.
First Lady Jill Biden's final holiday season at the White House is themed "A Season of Peace and Light," featuring extensive decorations including 83 Christmas trees, over 28,125 ornaments, and 165,075 holiday lights. The decor, supported by over 300 volunteers, aims to inspire reflection on peace and light following a contentious election cycle. Highlights include a gingerbread house made from 25 sheets of gingerbread dough and a colorful carousel around the official White House Christmas Tree.
More families are opting to hire Christmas light installation services this holiday season as they seek to enhance their festive decorations and create a joyful atmosphere.
The city of Evansville, Indiana, fixed its downtown Christmas tree after the initial decorations drew complaints and ridicule from locals. The tree, which was lit on November 16, received criticism for its childlike appearance and haphazardly placed lights. Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke ordered the lights to be removed and reinstalled, promising a second lighting ceremony. In a video posted on Facebook, the mayor and a person dressed as the Grinch lit up the new tree, which was described as "Grinchproofed."
Kim Kardashian's 2023 Halloween decorations include custom skeleton trees, a graveyard of hands, an archway with skulls and bones, a dimly lit hallway with ghouls, and a haunted house in the back. The spooky decorations showcase Kim's love for Halloween and her dedication to creating an eerie atmosphere.
A black inflatable doll dressed in overalls hanging from a tree as a Halloween decoration in a Springfield neighborhood sparked controversy and accusations of racism. Many neighbors found the decoration offensive and reminiscent of lynchings in the American South. The homeowner, who claimed it was a misunderstanding, eventually took down the decoration. This incident highlighted the need for more considerate and less offensive Halloween decorations in the future.
Amazon offers a wide range of budget-friendly Halloween decorations and costumes, including spooky picture frames, ghost lights, skeleton figurines, spider web lights, Halloween-themed pillow covers, hanging witch hat ornaments, party supplies, temporary tattoos, balloon garland kits, blood print cups, zombie table covers, grim reaper costumes, burrito costumes, butterfly cape wings, and pink Barbie-inspired dresses. Prime members can enjoy fast delivery, and there are deals available for a 30-day free trial.
A family in South Carolina removed a Halloween decoration featuring a skeleton carrying a casket after a neighbor, who had recently been diagnosed with lung cancer, kindly asked them to do so. The neighbor explained that the decoration was a bit scary and he wanted to redirect his thoughts away from his potentially fatal prognosis. The family obliged, showing kindness and compassion, and the decoration was removed. The woman, who loves Halloween, is now considering what to replace it with.
Amazon is offering scary-good deals on Halloween decorations for October Prime Day. From a 74" tall pose-n-stay skeleton to floating LED candles, inflatable zombies, and a grim reaper cooler, there are plenty of options to transform your home into a spooky haven. Other discounted items include skeleton stakes, Halloween ornaments, light-up spider webs, hanging bats, tombstones, crashing witches, pumpkin lights, yard signs, and even inflatable spider legs for your car.
H-E-B is selling 10-foot Halloween Skeletons with light-up eyes for $260 each, plus additional fees, both in-store and online. These giant skeletons are perfect for Halloween decor and are an alternative to the popular 12-foot skeletons sold by Home Depot. Last year, life-sized skeletons were a Halloween trend in the San Antonio area, with Party City even organizing a scavenger hunt featuring over 100 of them.
Halloween merchandise is appearing on store shelves earlier and earlier each year, prompting mixed reactions on social media. Some users express excitement and eagerly anticipate the fall season, while others feel overwhelmed and believe it's too early to think about Halloween. Clinical psychologists suggest that the early release of decorations can induce anxiety for some people, as it may make them feel unprepared or like they've missed out. However, others embrace the early arrival of Halloween decor and enjoy the whimsical and cozy vibes associated with the season. Ultimately, opinions vary, and individuals can choose to participate or not based on their personal preferences.