Monday, October 18, 2010

Scary Titles






Just starting to decorate a bit for Halloween. 

I try to keep the scary decorations to a minimum as I get spooked easily...

OOooooooo

As usual, I use stacks of books with scary titles and pull different items from around the house that when arranged might provide a suggestion of the macabre... 

Boo!
:)

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22 comments:

  1. Anji JohnstonOctober 18, 2010 at 10:25 PM

    I get spooked easily too! My husband is away on business so much I stopped decorating years ago!

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  2. JamieOctober 18, 2010 at 10:39 PM

    So creative! As usual, I'm not bothering to decorate, someday I'll change my ways

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  3. SuzOctober 18, 2010 at 10:39 PM

    Brilliant, Laura!
    Hugs,
    Suz

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  4. Julie@beingRUBYOctober 18, 2010 at 11:09 PM

    Once again.. fabulous Laura
    You're really getting into these alterations and today's linear light treatment is perfect for a spooky Halloween...

    You know I don't think I have any scary books.. must check out my stash.. I really like this idea . .clever you!! Have a good one.. xxx Julie

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  5. north palOctober 19, 2010 at 12:01 AM

    oh that's right. once you said that, i recalled that it was in your blog last year. don't let the boogie man get you:) Bestest,Denise

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  6. AntiqueChaseOctober 19, 2010 at 1:33 AM

    Love how you took the old stamps into halloween decor... love love!

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  7. AnonymousOctober 19, 2010 at 2:03 AM

    Hi Laura,
    What a wonderful post!! Fabulous Halloween decor!
    I absolutely love Katherine Hall Pages books. She is one of my favorite mystery writers.
    Have a great night.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  8. LauraOctober 19, 2010 at 2:46 AM

    Wonderful Laura!
    You inspire me every time!
    Hugs
    Laura

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  9. It's meOctober 19, 2010 at 3:03 AM

    Happy day darling.................love Ria,,,,

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  10. Jacqueline @ HOMEOctober 19, 2010 at 7:31 AM

    Oh Laura,
    What a wonderful post....I particually love the OOoooo's !! I have a book of my Dad's called 'Not at Night, Omnibus' and it's full of horrible, scary stories.
    Halloween isn't as huge here as it is in the States but....it's getting more and more popular now. I now have to have sweets and treats ready on the 31st. XXXX

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  11. Sissie's Shabby CottageOctober 19, 2010 at 7:41 AM

    My spookey decor consists of a silver glittered skull head with a pink flower on top!

    I love the books and all your decor.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  12. PollyOctober 19, 2010 at 7:50 AM

    Good idea! I have one old book titled The Galloping Ghost and it's orange. I always bring it out for Halloween time!

    :-)

    Polly

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  13. UnknownOctober 19, 2010 at 8:26 AM

    love this understated approach of yours, so much better than my approach; i can't be darn bothered...

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  14. Denise@junkdogdesign.blogspot.comOctober 19, 2010 at 8:27 AM

    This is great inspiration. I will be digging thru a few things today and try to do something like this today. Thanks for the ideas! Love your blog.

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  15. charlotteOctober 19, 2010 at 9:22 AM

    love those book titles! =]

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  16. Andi's English AtticOctober 19, 2010 at 11:08 AM

    What a great excuse to dust off my horror story collection and put them on display. Lovely idea. I also love the Oooooos. xx

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  17. UnknownOctober 19, 2010 at 11:11 AM

    Wonderful photos.......not to spooky at all, but with lots of atmosphere. Very nicely done !!
    Laraine

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  18. TanyaOctober 19, 2010 at 11:16 AM

    Love your old books. I don't usually decorate with scary stuff but I do like some darker colors to cozy things up a bit. Cute ideas and I also love the antlers.

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  19. Sandi~A Cottage MuseOctober 19, 2010 at 1:21 PM

    Wonderful photos...great ideas!

    Love the books!!

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  20. Dee@FrenchBleuVintageOctober 19, 2010 at 4:24 PM

    Nice idea using the books ~ Some of those titles look familiar (I think I read them) ~ A spooooky day to you ~ Dee

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  21. EviOctober 19, 2010 at 4:41 PM

    great Halloween decor for someone who does not favour ORANGE!
    Would love to read all these books,
    hugs, Evi

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  22. CaroleOctober 19, 2010 at 6:52 PM

    Boo to you too!
    Love the effect you did with your photos.
    Don't worry Halloween will be over before you know it!!!!lol
    xx
    C

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