Last year I went a little tame. This year I added a more color – pink. Ellen approved this year unlike last year when I was told I am “never allowed to put that makeup on again.” Yeah, like her work isn’t scarier:
Anyway, here is how I knocked ’em dead.

more traditional flower crowns made from artificials from Michaels

teaching my BIL’s GF the trade

Does anyone have any good tips on taking impromptu photos in poor lighting?

not the most precise job, but we had a room full of costumed drinkers waiting on us

I tried a spade nose this year along with flowered eyes and rhinestones

curled my hair last year. this year: big ol’ nest

a trip to Goodwill for a lacy dress completes the look
I was a little surprised that I saw so many sugar skulls at the festival we went to. But, we were in southern Florida, and I know there is a large Hispanic population in that area. So, maybe I shouldn’t have been so shocked. I’m used to having to explain what the hell I am to Midwesterners.
Next year I’d like to get a higher quality white base as well as a liquid black liner for smoother edges. I think I will also try some shading with multiple colors too. What would you like to see me do next year?
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