I Heart Halloween

Halloween is one of my favourite celebrations - mostly thanks to my mum, who kept us occupied as children during half term by providing materials to make decorations for the excellent party she'd organised.
I always get slightly excited when I feel that sharp change in the air which marks the transition from summer to autumn, but hey, I'm weird like that.
 So, in honour of the seasons turn and upcoming festivities, I have chosen a few images that have caught my eye this month.

Antique Halloween card from 1911

Not sure if this counts as as a purists idea of a Halloween costume but I love it, especially as the little girl actually let someone draw on the ubiquitous eyebrows and moustache!

Lollipops from VintageConfections on Etsy

The False Widow Spider, a non native, it is the Uk's most venomous spider and on the increase. Joy! 

Lovely little hobbitses!

And finally...

Now I know I'm being mean but half of me wants to squeeze this foal until its eyes pop out and the other half thinks he looks a tad, well, creepy! Sorry little fella, I bet you're lovely!