Fun and Easy DIY Halloween Decorations

WESTLAND, Mich.,–– Decorating for Halloween is always an enjoyable experience, but you can make it even more memorable for your little ghosts and goblins with these fun and easy DIY Halloween decorations! These spooky crafts will make your home stand out in your neighborhood during trick-or-treating. Plus, most of these decorations can be made with household materials.

Glow in the Dark Pumpkins

Upgrade your jack-o-lantern carving this year by making your pumpkins glow in the dark! Besides the pumpkins, all you'll need is a can of glow in the dark spray paint. Cut out the design you want to carve into your pumpkin, tape it to your pumpkin, and spray it with the glow in the dark paint. After letting the paint dry, remove the tape and enjoy!

Balloon Filled Hallway

Hosting a Halloween party this year? Greet your guests with a hallway of balloons attached to streamers. It's a great way to set the mood for the evening and get everyone excited for your Halloween-themed party!

Spooky Glowing Eyes

For a quick and simple decoration for your porch, these spooky glowing eyes only require a few supplies. All you need are toilet paper rolls, glow sticks, and string to hang them, and you've got one of the coolest and creepiest decorations of the Halloween season! You can even have your family make their own designs for a personalized decoration this year.

Pinecone Spiders

Want more decorations you can make with the whole family? Pinecone spiders are a great way to unleash everyone's creative side! All you need are pinecones, googly eyes, pipe cleaners, and a glue gun to create this quick and fun DIY project. 

Mason Jar Glowing Skulls

Add a creepy touch to your home with glow in the dark mason jar skulls! Draw any skull pattern or design you'd like on a normal mason jar with a marker, then fill it with glow sticks. Plus, you don't even have to decorate them with skulls if you don't want to! You can decorate them with haunted houses, cats, or anything else Halloween-related for a creative decoration this October.

Halloween Window Decals

Want to spruce up your windows this Halloween season? It's easy! Simply wrap your windows in orange lights, cut out a few Halloween-themed designs on black construction paper, and tape them to your window. The orange lighting will help the designs stand out and create a creepy backdrop to your Halloween home. This design is a great way to greet Trick-or-Treaters as they walk up to your door!

With all of these fun and easy DIY Halloween decorations, you'll be able to get your home ready for the spookiest time of the year with help from your kids! If you're trying to save big on routine maintenance for your vehicle this month, take a look at our service specials and coupons for a great deal on tires, oil changes, and more! In the market to purchase a new vehicle? You can also save on your next purchase with our manufacturer offers, regional incentives, and new vehicle specials!

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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5 Autumn Decorating Tips and Ideas

WESTLAND, Mich. –– Autumn has officially arrived! That means cooler temperatures and changing leaves have returned, and Michigan is preparing for holidays lurking just around the corner. To get you into the spirit of fall, we've come up with 5 Autumn decorating tips and ideas that you and your guests will love.

First, why not bring nature inside? Cut a few branches filled with acorns and put them in a glass vase with lemons and water. It instantly and inexpensively brings fall into your home. You can place this beautiful piece in your walkway, on your table, or even on your mantlepiece; be creative!

Another way to spruce up your table is to buy or create a centerpiece box using pallet scraps. This piece can be used year round by filling it with festive items. For fall, we recommend using gourds, pumpkins, candles, or even branches like those in the vase above. It's gorgeous and festive!

One important aspect of autumn decorating is pairing your decor with seasonal scents. Visuals are wonderful but the aromas of pumpkin pie, apple cider, and cinnamon can instantly make your home feel autumnal. Gather as many candles, incenses, or spices you have available and spread them around your house. This will instantly make your home feel inviting and warm. not to mention your house will smell amazing!

You can also transition your home into the fall season by hanging a beautiful autumn wreath on your front door. Whether you make one, buy one, or pull out an old wreath you already have, it's a wonderful adornment to welcome guests into your home with.  

Although there are numerous ways to decorate for fall, our final tip is to hang heavier drapery and curtains. This tip is actually a practical one since heavier fabrics will help keep the cold out of your house –– something that will help cut costs when it comes to heating your home. Go with the drapery and curtains that come in deeper colors and heavier fabrics. Your room will feel warmer because of the cozy colors, and will literally be warmer because of the heavier material!

We hope that these 5 Autumn decorating tips and ideas have helped you get excited for the fall season. While you're preparing your house for the colder weather, don't forget to also prep your car for the winter months ahead. If you aren't sure how to prepare your vehicle for cold weather, check out our Fall Car Care Tips that cover belts & hoses inspections, heating system maintenance, weather stripping replacement, windshield damage repair, and emergency kit prep. Or you're in need of a new vehicle before winter hits, stop by our dealer today to check out our vast SUV/Crossover inventory and Ford F-150 inventory that'll get you through the winter and beyond! 

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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