How to do Halloween on the cheap – including face paint, homemade decorations and re-usable pumpkins
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HALLOWEEN is just around the corner, and there’s nothing scarier than what it can do to our bank accounts, so we've rounded-up some spooky items that won't bust your budget.
From cheap sweets for trick or treaters to budget face paint for tots, we’ve come up with a few top tips on how to how to creep it real this spooky season.
And with Halloween coming up next week on October 31, here's what you can get your hands on now.
Just bear in mind that offers can always change, so use MySupermarket to compare prices at the major supermarkets before you buy.
And remember to factor in online delivery costs if you're ordering online.
Re-usable pumpkins from £1
A large carving pumpkin can cost up to £3 in some supermarkets. But do your research and you can find one for just a quid.
You can also get a pumpkin worth £2 for free using cashback. Find out how here.
But a good way to squash the cost is to buy a re-usable pumpkin which you can dig out from the cupboard again next year.
For just a quid, you can snap up and , which you can resurrect next year.
But if you’re serious about cutting costs, why buy when you can DIY?
Making your own decorations can ensure your home is the scariest on the street, while giving your wallet a well-deserved break.
Popping to the arts and crafts section of Wilko, you can pick up for just £1.25 to get you started
Supermarket deals
Trick or treat yourself to some of the massive deals the high street has this Halloween.
Tesco has some of the best deals on sweets and treats, with 750g tubs of going for £3.50, and 278g of chocolate on offer for just £2.
These offers are valid until October 31, meaning you still have time to dash to Tesco if your trick or treat supplies are running low.
You can also get a 700g Haribo Share the Fun tub, which contain 28 mini bag from a selection of Starmix, Tangfastics and Supermix, for £4.
Or buy two of those tubs for £5.
Take a look at Lidl’s Halloween range packed with essentials for the spooky season.
And here's where you can find ideas for keeping the kids busy during the Halloween half-term.
Plus, we've rounded-up everything you need to know about the spooky festival of Halloween.