Each Halloween I like to do coordinating costumes with my husband. We also decorate our van for trunk-or-treating to match the theme. This year, I was inspired to do vintage circus after thrifting a heavily embroidered and sequined skirt. As it turned out, the weather didn't permit trunk-or-treating, so the activities were moved indoors. I have to admit it was easier decorating a classroom than running electrical cords and such to decorate the van!
I had fun collecting curtains, fringed trim, decorated tins, etc. for the circus theme. I also found a music box clown that I modified to fit the theme. I ordered a cymbal-clanging monkey from Amazon. After printing out letters and different flourishes, I made a sign using foam core board. The white globe lights around the perimeter operated in random motion and added to the fun. We also made a "Wheel of Fortune" from a bicycle wheel (not shown). The kids had fun spinning the wheel and then choosing a prize from the appropriate container. I also printed several vintage circus posters and hung them around the room. I found some free calliope music on the internet and had it playing for the evening.
So here's a few more details of the costumes...
