Posts in the Resource Category (Page 2)

Explore a bewitching collection of Halloween inspiration, where costume ideas, DIY tips, and eerie tales converge to spark your creativity and make your spooky season unforgettable!

What Is Trick-Or-Treating, and Why Do We Trick-Or-Treat?

by |March 15, 2025
Categories: Holidays, Resource

What is Trick-or-Treating? And Why Do We Trick-or-Treat?

Many of us grew up trick-or-treating, but have you ever wondered why we celebrate in this manner? Get ready to learn, because we'll be sharing the origins of trick-or-treating! You might be surprised about how Halloween evolved into the holiday that it is today. Keep reading to learn the history behind our favorite holiday.

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A Tom Holmoe Halloween Costume Retrospective

by |March 3, 2025
Categories: Resource

A Tom Holmoe Halloween Costume Retrospective

If you're a longtime reader of the blog, you may remember our retrospective of Heidi Klum's Halloween costumes. Well, we're back with another Halloween costume retrospective, this time from Tom Holmoe, who played for the San Francisco 49ers, coached the UC Berkeley football team, and is now the athletic director at Brigham Young University (BYU). (You can read more about him on Wikipedia.) Holmoe is also known for wearing elaborate Halloween costumes to BYU Athletic's annual trick-or-treat event. All of these costumes were made by Holmoe's sister-in-law, Rhonda Montgomery, and the makeup was by Jennine Tolley Hollingshaus. It's all truly wonderful work that demands a look!

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How to Cosplay

by |March 1, 2025
Categories: Cosplay, Resource

How to Cosplay

What's your favorite part about attending a pop culture convention? Are you excited about roaming the vendor room looking for goodies from your favorite artists and makers? Maybe you're eager to visit all the panels or snag those sweet celebrity autographs. These are all great answers, but we're going to discuss one of our personal favorites—cosplay! Whether you're new to the art of cosplay or a seasoned veteran, several factors will determine how you'll be preparing for and...

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50 Years of SNL: A Look Back at the Show’s Most Unforgettable Moments

by |March 1, 2025
Categories: Resource, Television

50 Years of SNL

It's hard to believe that we have been blessed with half a century of Saturday Night Live, lovingly referred to as SNL. From its humble beginnings in 1975 to the household name it is today, we have watched as budding comedy stars launched their careers on late-night TV. Let's take a look back at the show's most iconic moments, from great sketches to hosts and other shenanigans!

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Oscar-Winning Horror Movies for Your Next Movie Night

by |February 17, 2025
Categories: Horror, Movies, Resource

Oscar-Winning Horror Movies

Are you in the mood to watch some award-winning horror movies? March is Oscar season, and we're excited to see who wins! While plenty of horror films satisfy your need for spine-tingling fun, some movies are a cut above the rest. Horror films have historically received the fewest Academy Awards, but the ones that have succeeded are worth a watch! How many of these Oscar-winning horror movies have you seen?

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Murder Mystery Party Ideas

by |February 10, 2025

Murder Mystery Party Ideas

Throwing a murder mystery party is the perfect way to entertain friends and family while adding a dash of intrigue to your gathering. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, hosting a themed event, or just looking for a fun evening activity, a murder mystery party offers the ideal mix of creativity, problem-solving, and drama. Below, we've compiled ideas for costumes and accessories, along with party planning tips to ensure your event is a killer success!

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