How to throw a last-minute Halloween party

Has the 31^st October crept up on you this year?

Do not fear… GSP has everything you need to host the best Halloween party around.

And the best part is — it won’t break your bank either!

Posted on October 29, 2019

1. Snazzy party invitations

What’s a party without the people? Card Factory’s personalised Halloween party invitations will help you spread the word in no time.

(Personalised Halloween invitations, Card Factory — from £0.99p)

2. Spooktacular décor

At this time of year, Homesense is a one-stop-wonder for those all-important Halloween decorations.

From colourful pumpkin door wreaths to eerie skull ornaments, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Or, if you’re a lover of arts-and-crafts, there are lots of easy DIY options to be found in Hobbycraft.

(6-pack of glitter spider 6 pack — £2)

(Pumpkin paper garland, Hobbycraft £3)

(Potion bottles, Hobbycraft — £2)

3. Party balloons and tableware

Get creative with Card Factory’s letter balloons — guaranteed to greet your guests with a bang...

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(Silver Letter B — £1.49)

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(Silver Letter O — £1.49)

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(Silver Letter O — £1.49)

What’s more, this 86-piece party kit from Card Factory will help to get your party table looking frighteningly fabulous in no time!

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(Halloween Party Decoration, Card Factory — £10.99)

4. Creepy costumes

Make sure the little ones dress to impress this Halloween! Matalan has some great costumes on offer — here are our favourites:

(Spider Man Costume, Matalan — £16)

(Sleeping Beauty Costume — £16)

(Harry Potter Slytherin Costume, Matalan — £16)

5. Magical make-up

Halloween is the perfect excuse to sport some crazy makeup looks. Lucky for you, Boots at GSP has a fantastic array of make-up products to help you perfect your cat, wizard or mermaid look.

(NYX Eyeshadow Palette, Boots — £16.00)

6. Trick or Treat

It wouldn’t be a party without the sweets! Grab the best sweets (retro or modern-day!) from Poundland at GSP. Even if you’re not throwing a party, make sure you've stocked up ready for any trick or treaters!