Cruella, Author at Halloween Council

September 14, 2025 Halloween

How Halloween Games and Traditions Started: A Journey Through Spooky History

Explore the fascinating origins of Halloween games and traditions, such as apple bobbing and ghost stories.

How Ancient Celtic Traditions Became Modern Halloween: The Surprising History Behind Your Favorite October Holiday

Learn the surprising origins of trick-or-treating, jack-o’-lanterns, and more. Find out how Celtic traditions became the norms

September 7, 2025 Halloween / Scary Movies

My Search for the Goriest Halloween Movies Ever Made

If you are searching for the most intense, stomach-churning horror movies to watch this Halloween, you have come to the right place

September 7, 2025 Scary Movies

The Secret Sauce Behind Truly Terrifying Horror Movie Monsters

Understanding what makes a horror movie monster truly effective is key for any filmmaker or horror fan, and it all starts with a touch of humanity.

August 31, 2025 Halloween / Scary Movies

Why Do We Love to Be Scared? The Science behind Halloween’s Thrill

Understanding the psychology of fear can not only explain our Halloween thrill but also reveal how we can learn from and even enjoy controlled scary experiences.

August 31, 2025 Costumes and Makeup / Halloween

How to Find Truly Accessible Halloween Makeup: An Honest Guide

Discovering adaptive Halloween makeup techniques can transform the holiday, offering inclusive and creative solutions for everyone to celebrate with confidence.