All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a holiday celebrated annually on the night of October 31. The modern holiday of Halloween has its roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. 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. October 31, the night before Samhain, was the end of the Celtic calendar year. It was believed that on this night, the ghosts of the dead returned to earth.
The tradition of leaving out food and drink for the spirits on Halloween is thought to have originated with the idea of honoring the dead. By leaving out food and drink, the Celts believed they could placate the spirits. The tradition of telling stories of the dead on All Hallows' Eve is also thought to be a way of communicating with the spirit world. It was believed that the dead could come back and haunt the living, and that by telling their stories, the living could learn from the dead.
Whether you're in the mood for trick-or-treating, attending a Halloween party, or just staying home to watch scary movies, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate All Hallows' Eve. However you choose to spend the holiday, make sure to take some time to think about the origins of this festive occasion. Check out the Halloween layouts below for some great design inspiration for your own Halloween themed page! From spooky and eerie to fun and festive, there's sure to be a layout that will fit your Halloween vision.
Jack O' Lantern
Jack O' Lanterns are a part of Halloween tradition. People have been making them for centuries. They are usually made from a pumpkin, but can also be made from other vegetables like turnips and rutabagas. Today, people make Jack O' Lanterns as part of the Halloween celebration. They carve faces into pumpkins and place them in front of their homes. Some people even put candles inside their Jack O' Lanterns to make them light up at night. Whether you believe the legend or not, making your own is a fun Halloween tradition that the whole family can enjoy.
Layout by Lis
Project by Carina
Layout by BarbaraUnzen
Project by AmaneseFe
Layout by Emilie
Witches/Wizards
As Halloween approaches, thoughts turn to all things spooky - including witches and wizards! Whether you believe in them or not, there's no denying that these characters have had a lasting impact on Halloween culture. In case you're dressing up as a witch or a wizard this Halloween, be sure to have a few tricks up your sleeve to make the holiday even more magical. With a few simple spells and some magical props, you can easily transform any Halloween party into a truly enchanted event!
Layout by Julie
Project by Julie
Layout by Rhonda.scrapbooks
Project by Julie
Trick or Treat
One of the most popular things to do on Halloween is to go trick-or-treating. It is a fun way for kids to get candy and for adults to get into the Halloween spirit. It’s a lovely way to get out and meet your neighbors and see all of the creative costumes people come up with. This year, why not add a little bit of excitement to your neighborhood by playing a trick or treating game?
Layout by Lou
Project by Julie
Layout by Charlene
Fright Night
Fright night on Halloween eve is a special time when the veil between the world of the living and the world of the dead is at its thinnest. On this night, ghosts, goblins, and other creatures of the night are said to roam the earth. For some, this is a night of fun and excitement. For others, it is a night of terror and fear. No matter how you choose to celebrate, a fright night on Halloween eve is sure to be a memorable experience. What activities would you and your family do on a Halloween night?
Layout by Mary
Project by Grammy Scrapper
Whatever project you have for Halloween, you need to have some cute ghosts to add to it. This set includes 16 different ghosts that are translucent so you can add them anywhere. No need to copy and paste anything as you can just click randomly on your project to apply a new ghost.
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Thank you for the ghosties!