Saturday, October 17, 2009

Welcome to my nightmare!

Hello! I'm so glad you came to the party! Vanessa @ Fanciful Twist is our wonderful hostess....she always throws the best Halloween parties! I know there are lots of blogs to visit so I'm not gonna take up your time by being my usual wordy self. ;o) Just wanted to share bits & pieces of my Halloween decor.

Enjoy!



click on any picture to enlarge for details


These next 2 are pictures of my kids when they were young...treasure them!





The rats are flocked velvet...too cool!

























































I've shared several Halloween projects in previous posts, if you wanna scroll on down. Hope you enjoy the party & that everyone has a spooktacular Halloween!



Be sure & visit Vanessa...she has created the most enchanting, entertaining, spooky post you'll ever read.

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55 comments:

  1. MelissaOctober 17, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    Wonderful Decor! I love the white and black with the touches of orange! Great party post!

    Happy Halloween!
    Melissa

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  2. AnonymousOctober 17, 2009 at 11:48 AM

    wow,Cami you have so many things i've never seen.I love the beware sign,the rats,the skulls,so many things.Great job.well done.....anniepoo

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  3. GingerOctober 17, 2009 at 12:00 PM

    I enjoyed looking at all your halloween decorations, well except for the rat. lol.

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  4. CindyOctober 17, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    Cami! Woooooooow! LOVE all your decor! Great little touches and fun things, love the velvet rats! You did a beautiful job! Looks awesome!

    hugs,
    c
    yapping cat

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  5. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)October 17, 2009 at 12:45 PM

    Great party post! You have so many things I've never seen. I've gone back over it a few times and see something new each time..Happy Halloween..hugs ~lynne~

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  6. UnknownOctober 17, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    goodness......great halloween decor....just wished I liked the holiday more ;(....I go straight into "fall" decorating.....xojana

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  7. AnonymousOctober 17, 2009 at 12:55 PM

    Happy Halloween Party to you! :)
    http://carolinescrafts-carolinejones.blogspot.com/

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  8. Debra@CommonGroundOctober 17, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    Hey Cami, you have some of the cutest stuff I've ever seen and the way you've used it is so great! I see "Smiley" there under glass. Oh, and I love all your silver candlesticks. LOVE those black rats!
    Debra

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  9. mendytexasOctober 17, 2009 at 1:32 PM

    Love your party too, Texas friend!! The little details are fantastic. What a collection you have here! Thanks for coming by my party too. :) Mendy

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  10. NinaOctober 17, 2009 at 2:06 PM

    I love your "Nightmare" deco!!! :)))

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  11. ScrapAddictOctober 17, 2009 at 2:12 PM

    Love, love the decor!!

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  12. Sarah SullivanOctober 17, 2009 at 2:25 PM

    Oh what a beautiful party! Just enchanting!! Thank you for such delicious eye candy!! Fly by mine when you can!
    Happy Halloween, Sarah

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  13. Twyla and LindseyOctober 17, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    Wow! Wonderful party! Your decorations are bootiful! Thanks for inviting me in. Have a magical weekend! Twyla

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  14. Julie RanaeOctober 17, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    What a marvelous party! So glad I stopped by...thank you for sharing your son's story in your profile...I will remember Clifton in my prayers.

    I am going to take a wild guess and say that you are in the club with me of 'young' grandmas? Just a guess!

    Hope you will stop by The Open Window for the party creations there...

    http://juliesopenwindow.blogspot.com

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  15. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEOctober 17, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    Everything is so great...the rats are unique...but I got to tell you...the glittered skeleton...that wins the award from me!!

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  16. Whisperings 13October 17, 2009 at 4:05 PM

    What devine party decorations! Skelly under glass- how perfect!
    Happy Hauntings!
    Tracey

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  17. laterg8rOctober 17, 2009 at 4:25 PM

    what great decorations - love them all - esp the sparkly skeleton :D

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  18. Bloomin'Chick JoOctober 17, 2009 at 5:15 PM

    Love all of it! Seeing so many others who share my joy & love of Halloween makes me smile, giggle & clap with glee! Heh hum. Sorry, got a little carried away there, lol! Happy Halloween & Fete! http://justdigginaround.blogspot.com/2009/10/2009-halloween-fete-saturday-october-17.html

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  19. AnonymousOctober 17, 2009 at 5:43 PM

    Wow I don't need to go up to Salem this year! Wicked.. love your artwork Happy Halloween!

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  20. DeborahOctober 17, 2009 at 5:48 PM

    Fantastical! Magical! Me thinks you may have outdone yourself...I want to see your Christmas!!! Ooooo I have a mouse problem over at my blog. Do stop by and party with Alice and Dead Bob, if you dare! **kisskiss** Deborah

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  21. ginger@bearbitsOctober 17, 2009 at 8:21 PM

    Just stopping by to visit your party. The photo of your mantel with the music is one of my favorites here and also the one of the cabinet with the silver candle holders on top. Happy Halloween!

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  22. HopHopJingleBooOctober 17, 2009 at 8:33 PM

    just flew in and leaping lizards love your cheerful Halloween decor! thanks for the tour.. come visit me having a give away !

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  23. AwtemNymfOctober 17, 2009 at 8:43 PM

    Fun decorations! Love the photos!
    I flew in from Vanessa's Magical Party!
    I enjoyed my visit! <{:O)
    Be Enchanted!

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  24. AnonymousOctober 17, 2009 at 9:47 PM

    Hi Cami! Oh, what precious Halloweeness you have! You really know how to set up cute vignettes!
    bE a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  25. Pat @ My Tattered EleganceOctober 17, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    Love your decorations, you are so creative. That rat is great! I have a mouse in a dress that is a Christmas decoration. Funny what we like for decor. LOL
    Hope you have a great weekend. Hope to see you next Sat. at the Trade Day.
    Hugs, Pat

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  26. ChickenbellsOctober 17, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    What a truly enchanting place you have there...I am so happy to have visited! Happy Halloween...

    http://foolsewoode.blogspot.com/2009/10/historically-halloween-has-been-time.html

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  27. Alexandra MacVeanOctober 17, 2009 at 10:55 PM

    I SO love your party going on here. Wow! I think I might need to borrow that skeleton for back at my manor tonight...do you mind? ;)

    PS.......Harrington Manor's doors are now open for a enchanted, yet haunting evening...won't you and your guest drop by?....MUUUwahahahahaha!

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  28. JackieOctober 18, 2009 at 12:43 AM

    ow wow...I love your blog and just adore you Halloween decor!

    I hope you have a frightfully good Halloween...hApPY hAunTinG!
    http://www.chicscraps.blogspot.com/

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  29. Katy ~October 18, 2009 at 7:00 AM

    Still chuckling over the "Caution ~ Ghost Crossing" sign. And the glittered skeleton - what a HOWL!!

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  30. SueannOctober 18, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    Boootiful!! The rats and skelly are way too cool!! Thank you for a wonderful party! Fly over to mine, if you will. We are still going strong!
    Hugs
    SueAnn

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  31. PixieOctober 18, 2009 at 7:28 AM

    Oh, I am in LOVE with your beautiful home and decorations. Thanks for inviting me over, I do apologize for stopping over so late, I was hosting a few people over at my place as well.

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  32. UnknownOctober 18, 2009 at 7:39 AM

    Wow! What a spooktacular setting!!! I LOVE the cat and pumpkin heads on a stick and the witches hats and the flocked rats and the tin caution sign. Heck I loved it all. Thank you for the wonderful party! Fly by mine if you get a chance. I am having a giveaway.
    Xo,
    Tammy

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  33. LisaOctober 18, 2009 at 8:01 AM

    Cami,
    I am speechless, that is truly amazing. Each picture was better than the next, you have a wonderful imagination & talent. Lisa

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  34. ShellOctober 18, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    I love your pretty Halloween decor. Gives me idea how I can dress up my place a bit more.

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  35. LoriOctober 18, 2009 at 9:59 AM

    I'm a day late in posting but want to compliment you on your Halloween decor--I would call it "ghoulish elegance". I had to leave the party early as I had to go to work. I just love your decorations.

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  36. ClaudiaOctober 18, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    Very fun work here! Good job.

    thanks for letting us join in the fun!

    What a great celebration! Please stop by and while they might be a bit on the slacking side, come see some of the cutest Witches on the planet! Would love for you to stop by if you have a moment.

    http://www.dipityroad.com

    TTFN~~ Claudia ♥ ♥

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  37. AnonymousOctober 18, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    OH WOW! All of your decorations and photo's delight me so much. What a time I had looking at them and thank you for letting me be a part of your party.


    ~ Misha/DawaiOser

    http://dawaioser.livejournal.com/

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  38. TaraOctober 18, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    Spectacular decorations! Your home must be very magical. Happy Halloween to you!

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  39. donna joyOctober 18, 2009 at 2:47 PM

    great decor! on to more parties...

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  40. UnknownOctober 18, 2009 at 6:53 PM

    Wonderfully beautiful and creative decorations! Hope you can make it to my party! :)

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  41. DivaevaOctober 18, 2009 at 9:55 PM

    I <3 the silver sparkly skellie!
    Fanatstic dacor - thanks for inviting me in!
    October blessings!

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  42. KimOctober 18, 2009 at 10:34 PM

    Wow, you have done a fabulous job! I really love the "boo" in the 3 glass jars...what a cute idea.

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  43. UnknownOctober 19, 2009 at 2:53 AM

    Hi, Wonderful Halloween post! Great Halloween decorations! This has to be one of my favorites, I love all of it! Happy Halloween to you!

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  44. Stella Dora von SwineburgOctober 19, 2009 at 9:12 AM

    Wonderful settings! Come over to my party and giveaway at
    http://stelladorasdiary.blogspot.com/2009/10/halloween-bash-and-giveaway.html

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  45. SewPaperPaintOctober 19, 2009 at 9:40 AM

    I love your shabby spook look! Your home is gorgeous! Each nook is even more enchanting. Your silver candlesticks - divine! Love the touch of dolls here and there. Truly inspiring post - thank you!
    http://autumnsantics.blogspot.com/2009/10/frightful-soiree.html
    ~ Autumn Clark

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  46. TiaOctober 19, 2009 at 10:36 AM

    Cami, you display things sooooo neat! Love all your spooky goodies! I think you've raised the bar here... I'm going to have to start doing more for Halloween from now on, hehe!

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  47. HeatherOctober 19, 2009 at 11:59 AM

    I LOVE your nightmare!!! It looks like good fun!

    Please stop by my party for a giveaway and fun!

    http://littlebearries.blogspot.com/2009/10/come-in-come-in.html

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  48. ChristieOctober 19, 2009 at 7:21 PM

    This is the cutest most creative Halloween decor, that I think I have ever seen! I sooo enjoyed seeing all of your creativity in these halloween posts....that boo-tiful lady takes the cake! LOL!
    Thanks for sharing such great stuff! I always love visiting your blog!
    Big Hugs,
    Queenie

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  49. AnonymousOctober 19, 2009 at 8:52 PM

    Wonderful decorations! Sorry I'm late;)

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  50. ChrisyOctober 20, 2009 at 3:39 AM

    Your Halloween display is just beautiful...and I've just read through your later post with your thrift shop bargains...wow what a haul..well done!
    ps Swing your broom on by my place for more treats, if you haven't flown in already!

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  51. KristalOctober 20, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    Such wonderful Halloween goodies, what a fun party! Thanks for inviting me, it's been a treat.

    Happy Haunting!

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  52. Cottage PanacheOctober 21, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    Excellent party post! Love everything in you "nightmare"! You could open a store with all that you have ~ or do you have one? Thank you for visiting my blog and for the well wishes. Hope you can make it by soon.
    You blog is simply
    BOOtiful ~
    Have a Happy Hallows eve
    Maureen

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  53. Bargain Decorating with LaurieOctober 22, 2009 at 6:36 PM

    Cami, I just love seeing photos of your home. You are a master at vignettes and you have created some fabulous H'ween decor! I was so inspired by looking at all of these pictures. Thank you. laurie

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  54. Andrea at Opulent CottageOctober 25, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    It's all just fantastic!! Wow, girl, you really did it up. What an inspiration!

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  55. Stephanie ~ Angelic AccentsNovember 2, 2009 at 8:18 PM

    Cami, I just adore your style of decorating! So whimsical, just the way I like it! Hope you had a wonderful Halloween!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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