Today I would like to introduce you to a very good, longtime friend of mine. This is the type of friend that will sing Christmas songs with you at the top of their lungs in a Pier1 store as we sit on the sofas and drink pretend wine out of the stemware! This is my friend Lori!
Every year her Halloween décor is the envy of the neighborhood! She always throws the BEST Halloween parties because her attention to detail is impeccable! Even the bathroom sports great framed holiday artwork
Lori has been collecting Halloween décor since the late 70’s. Flea markets, antique stores, garage sales as well as gifts from friends is how she acquired many of her pieces.
Among her collection are three Dennison pieces that belonged to her grandparents from the 1930’s. She says her mom’s handwriting is on the back of the pieces. 😊
Lori says that it takes her several days to decorate her home and yard. “I take my time; I enjoy it so much.”
“We have 300+ trick or treaters, so we make sure the outdoor decorations are fun, but not too scary.”
“I had one mother tell me she takes a picture of her kids every year in front of the cemetery. Which makes the effort worthwhile. But I must admit my inner monologue said, you do what? I was touched, but I did have to giggle later.”
So, if you are ever in Ohio, on the north shore of Lake Erie, take a drive along the coast during the fall season. You might see this beautiful home all decked out in her finest Halloween wear. The lovely lady out front is Lori. Stop, say “Hi” and tell her you saw her on inspireme2diy!
