Halloween
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Promotional Items
Black Dragon Computer Speakers
Your favorite tunes take on a legendary sound when broadcast from these totally rockin' double-duty decorations! Sure to be the envy of everyone, this pair of imposing dragon figurines has a special secret; a high-tech speaker is hidden inside each globe-shaped pedestal. The ideal way to complete your Medieval decorating theme! Polyresin. For use with computers only. Data wire for computer connection included.
Each is 10" x 5" x 7" high.
$59.00
Spooky Skeleton Candleholders
A pair of bony buddies crouches low, basking in the eerie light of flickering candle glow. Delightfully creepy tealight holders add a spooky shiver to your decor! Polyresin. Tealight candles not included.
Each is 2 3/8" x 5 3/8" x 3 3/4" high. Pair
$10.00
Skeleton Floor Puzzle
Combine education and entertainment in one giant spooky package! Introduce the skeletal system to your child with this 15-piece puzzle that measures over 3 feet tall when fully assembled! For added appeal, expose your skeleton to light and then put it in a darkened room. The longer the skeleton is in the light, the brighter it will glow! 100% card stock. 18" x 40" high.
$25.00
Jolly Roger Skull Earrings
Indulge the "bad girl" in you with these frighteningly fashionable handmade earrings! Black-hearted clay beads emblazoned with grinning skull and crossbones dangle dangerously from your earlobes.
A bona-fide style surprise that shows your independent spirit to one and all! Each is 2" long x 1/2" diameter.
$8.00
Armored Dragon Statue
A winged serpent stands tall and defiant, ready to battle his opposition to the very death. His jeweled breastplate reflects the firelight; in his talons he clutches a shield and sceptre captured from an ancient king.
A breathtaking statue that's sure to command admiring stares from all who behold! Polyresin. 7 1/4" x 5" x 9 5/8" high.
$34.00
Jolly Roger Skull Bracelet
RIndulge the "bad girl" in you with this savage stretch bracelet! Black-hearted clay beads circle your wrist with a formidable collection of grinning skull and crossbones. A bona-fide style treasure that shouts out your independent spirit to one and all! Handmade clay beads with metal split keyring. 3 1/2" diameter x 1/2".
$13.00
Johnny Brown Face Paint
6 Water Soluble Crayons. Colors included: Blue, Yellow, Green, Black, White, and Red.
Non-Toxic and safe for children and adults.
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$11.00
Halloween's
Ancient Origins
Halloween's origins date back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in).
The Celts, who lived 2,000 years ago in the area that is now Ireland, the United Kingdom, and northern France, celebrated their new year on November 1. This day marked the end of summer and the harvest and the beginning of the dark, cold winter, a time of year that was often associated with human death. Celts believed that on the night before the new year, the boundary between the worlds of the living and the dead became blurred. On the night of October 31, they celebrated Samhain, when it was believed that the ghosts of the dead returned to earth. In addition to causing trouble and damaging crops, Celts thought that the presence of the otherworldly spirits made it easier for the Druids, or Celtic priests, to make predictions about the future. For a people entirely dependent on the volatile natural world, these prophecies were an important source of comfort and direction during the long, dark winter.
To commemorate the event, Druids built huge sacred bonfires, where the people gathered to burn crops and animals as sacrifices to the Celtic deities.
During the celebration, the Celts wore costumes, typically consisting of animal heads and skins, and attempted to tell each other's fortunes. When the celebration was over, they re-lit their hearth fires, which they had extinguished earlier that evening, from the sacred bonfire to help protect them during the coming winter.
By A.D. 43, Romans had conquered the majority of Celtic territory. In the course of the four hundred years that they ruled the Celtic lands, two festivals of Roman origin were combined with the traditional Celtic celebration of Samhain.
The first was Feralia, a day in late October when the Romans traditionally commemorated the passing of the dead. The second was a day to honor Pomona, the Roman goddess of fruit and trees. The symbol of Pomona is the apple and the incorporation of this celebration into Samhain probably explains the tradition of "bobbing" for apples that is practiced today on Halloween.
By the 800s, the influence of Christianity had spread into Celtic lands. In the seventh century, Pope Boniface IV designated November 1 All Saints' Day, a time to honor saints and martyrs. It is widely believed today that the pope was attempting to replace the Celtic festival of the dead with a related, but church-sanctioned holiday. The celebration was also called All-hallows or All-hallowmas (from Middle English Alholowmesse meaning All Saints' Day) and the night before it, the night of Samhain, began to be called All-hallows Eve and, eventually, Halloween. Even later, in A.D. 1000, the church would make November 2 All Souls' Day, a day to honor the dead. It was celebrated similarly to Samhain, with big bonfires, parades, and dressing up in costumes as saints, angels, and devils. Together, the three celebrations, the eve of All Saints', All Saints', and All Souls', were called Hallowmas.
Mini Pirate Skull Figurine
Tuck this tiny Jolly Roger where he’s sure to give a thrilling chill to all who behold! Display your pirate spirit with pride; this bandanna-bedecked fellow cheerfully keeps you company with his ghastly gap-toothed grin. Sure to shiver your timbers! Polyresin.
3 1/2" x 3 3/4"
x 3 1/2"
$8.00
Biker Skull Bank
With his wicked jolly grin and his stars-and-stripes bandanna headwrap, this bony biker is the perfect place to stash your spare change— especially if you’re saving for that “road hog” of your own.
An ultra-cool bank and daring decoration in one, that actually makes saving money fun! Polyresin.
5 1/2" x 6" x 5" high
$13.00
Grim Reaper Clock with Cross
A fitting reminder to enjoy each day; life goes so swiftly by! This terrifying timepiece is an impressive addition to the decor of your "dungeon". Polyresin with quartz clock. Uses one AA battery (not included).
6" x 4 1/2" x 9" high.
$39.00
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Skull Tankard
with Steel Cup
Hoist your grog aloft in this fiendishly fun tankard! The hearty skull-shaped cup is the perfect vessel to hold 15 oz. of your favorite beverage! Polyresin with steel cup.
Removable steel cup is dishwasher safe. 7 1/2" x 4 1/2" x 5 1/2" high.
$34.00
Jolly Roger
Skull Keychain
Indulge the "bad girl" in you with this wild and wicked keychain! Big, black-hearted clay beads are each emblazoned with a grinning skull and crossbones, spaced between with a colorful flame design. A bona-fide style treasure that shows your independent spirit to one and all! Handmade clay beads with metal split keyring. 5 1/2" long x 3/4" diameter.
$11.00
Skeleton Incense Burner Holder
A tired old fellow rests his weary bones, watching as the smoke from your favorite incense sweetens the air above. Polyresin. Incense not included.
10 1/2" x 3 1/8" x 2 1/8" high.
$12.00
Viking Warrior
with Shield Figurine
Talk about a headache! Impressively realistic skull is pierced by two gleaming pirate swords. Hook on back for easy mounting above your treasure chest. Polyresin with stainless steel swords.10 1/2" x 6 1/4" high.
$29.00
Viking Warrior
with Shield Figurine
The eyes of a wickedly grinning skull flash with a sinister flickering glow, casting a chill into the hearts of all who behold. Ghoulish graveyard styling gives a cool, creepy look to this daringly different decoration!
Polyresin. Tealight candle included. 5" x 3 1/4" x 5 1/2" high.
$7.00
Gothic Skull Candle Stands
Decorate your dungeon with a truly ghoulish glow! Spine-chilling skulls sport Gothic designs and a faux stone finish of deepest black; add your own candles to cast an eerie light.
Polyresin. Candles not included. Candles not included.
Each is 2 3/4" x 3 3/4" x 2 3/4" high. Set of 2
$10.00
Punk-Rock Skull Figurine
Screaming punk-rock skull makes a delightfully daring decoration, with his spiky, spiny hairdo and scaly lizard pal. An ultra-hip accessory that’s sure to scare up plenty of admiration! Polyresin.
3 3/4" x 6 1/4" x 6" high.
$24.00
Leather Skulls Dog Tag Necklace
A sinister collection of grinning skulls and jet-black leather “dog tag” create a necklace that’s not for the faint of heart! Adds serious biker style to your favorite duds. A true must-have for any extreme fashion fanatic!
Rope chain with lobster-claw clasp. Alloy metal with leather. 1 1/4" x 1/2" x 23"
$14.00
Skull Goblet
Any fearsome warlord would be proud to possess this ghostly goblet! Sinuous snakes and grinning skulls twine around the slender stem, supporting a clear glass vessel. A scary showpiece worthy of your medieval treasure trove! Pewter with glass. Hand wash only. For decorative purposes only. 2" diameter x 7 1/8" high.
$12.00
