Video Interlude: The Best Halloween Decorations Ever, Set to the King of Pop

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Now, at some point or another, we've all tried to emulate the lurching undead dance popularized by the Michael Jackson single, Thriller. But few have succeeded in programming a synchronized lighting display timed to coincide with every beat and lyric of the 1982 hit. Last year, one Riverside, Calif. resident used a 140 channel Light-o-Matic to control the four singing pumpkin faces and thousands of lights, achieving just that. Caveats to this stunning achievement? His neighbors must hate him. And don't ask about the electric bill.

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SPONSORED POST: Dress Up Your T-P This Halloween! Respect the Roll with the Cottonelle Brand

Halloween is one time of the year when toilet paper makes its way out of the home and is displayed prominently everywhere - and I mean everywhere - but I think the t-p roll deserves more respect than that! It's been on my mind since I announced our partnership with Cottonelle to introduce their debut collection of designer roll covers as well as the Cottonelle "What's Your Mood Board?" contest.

The Respect the Roll program is putting a fresh, modern spin on a seldom considered everyday product — and given the time of year, tell me that this orange roll cover wouldn't fit perfectly with your Halloween decorations! *Head below the jump for some Halloween party ideas, as well as more information on how to enter the "What's Your Mood Board?" contest - there's still time to enter, and we can't wait to see your ideas.

We've got some great posts on Halloween to get you inspired and which will also get you working in your home to warm it up for the beginning of the holidays:

• Spooky Specimens: Perfect Plants For Halloween

Sure, you could buy scary Halloween decorations at the store, but some of the creepiest options can be found at a garden center, flower shop, or growing in your very own yard. Proceed with caution!... more

• Getting Ready for Halloween with HGTV's Sandra Espinet

Do you decorate for Halloween? Growing up, Halloween was my mother's favorite holiday, so our neighbors were greeted with caskets, orange lights, and of course, my mom, dressed in costume to scare the little ones... more

The Cottonelle Brand has a hilarious site called www.RespectTheRoll.com - they've posted some great tips by yours truly about how to keep your bathroom looking beautiful.

Visit the Cottonelle Facebook page to learn how to get one of three designer roll covers exclusively available from Cottonelle Clean Care.

Last but not least, don't forget to enter the Cottonelle Brand "What's Your Mood Board?" Contest! There's still time to enter - check out my post about the contest here.

• Our Best Halloween Party Decorations & Ideas

If you want to throw a Halloween party that's slightly campy -- but not cheesy -- here are some budget-friendly decoration recommendations and simple ideas... more

• Halloween Cocktail: The Jack-O-Lantern

Kick start the holiday season with the Jack-O-Lantern, a Manhattan with hints of pumpkin, apples, and fall spices. With the blend of spiced apple cider, pumpkin puree, and Jack Daniels, the Jack-O-Lantern is great for either cozying up next to a fire or starting your wild Halloween night. more

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Real Estate Sign Haunted Estate Prop - Halloween Decoration

Looking for new HOUSE!! The neighbors will wonder if your agent is one of the undead! The Real Estate Sign Prop - Halloween Decoration include 2 Stakes and Wording on sign Haunted Estates 1-555-BSCARED visit us at WWW.hauntedhomes.rip and below is an "OPEN HOUSE" plank. Measures approximately 17.75" wide x 24.25" high.

Price: $33.04

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