Halloween Sneak Preview at Vintages of Los Gatos

Since we will be on vacation next week (Sept 12th through 19th) we have started putting out our Halloween items this past week. It seems like the holidays start earlier every year ... or maybe time just flies by faster. So to keep up with the times, we are getting ahead of the trend by showing off our tricks and treats. Lots of new items, as well as some great items back this year due to popular demand.

Our lovable EEK! and Ike, the stuffed, fabric pumpkin dolls, are back ... and so are the Count and the Countess.
EEK! and Ike - The Pumpkin Girl & Boy ($94.95 each)
The Count and Countess ($74.95 each)
How about a huge spider and spiderweb? We have 'em. Along with flying skulls and jack-o-lanterns!
48" Spiderweb ($19.95); 18" Spider ($13.95)
The Flying Soaring Spirit of Skully (and Jack not shown) ($24.95 each)
Many new Halloween figurines and decorations with are in stock. We love witches!
Witches and Black Cats (starting at $13.95)
Witches and Black Cats (starting at $13.95); Black Trees (from $27.95); Halloween Ornaments (from $6.95); Halloween Houses ($24.95 each)
This year we have a selection of trick-or-treat candy containers ... little buckets with smiling jack-o-lanterns, black cats and clowns.
Smiling Face Trick-or-Treat Buckets ($10.95 each)
Large Trick-or-Treat Pumpkin ($54.95)
Check out this haunted house. It lights up! We have some smaller ones that are ornaments as well.
Large Haunted House ($159.95); Small Houses ($24.95 each); Trick-or-Treat Buckets $10.95 each); the Fritzy Witch ($35.95); Black Halloween Trees (from $27.95)
Small Haunted House Ornaments that light up! ($24.95 each)
For your holiday table this fall, we have a variety of pumpkins made from natural materials.
Decorative Pumpkins made from Natural Materials (from $13.95 to $49.95)
Plus some hand made witch's brooms, Halloween coasters and cookie cutters, bright and whimsical ribbons and a couple of glorious masks. Susan has made some solder pendants and ornaments especially for Halloween.
Hand Made Witch's Brooms ($29.95 each)
Susan's Pendants (starting at $12.95; $19.95 as shown)
Decorative Ribbon, including special Halloween and Holiday Selections
Feathery Masks for Halloween and New Years ($24.95 each)

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