FDU: Playmobil Haunted House

Another page from the Final Destination Unknown files...

Just when I thought the slogan "You can find it on ebay" had evaporated like the fluids in a rotting corpse I stumbled upon this lovely:

A custom Playmobil Victorian mansion complete with wallpaper, furnishings, rugs, paintings and an assortment of skellies.

Ahhh, and it has it's own little cemetery.

Not a detail was overlooked as it even comes with lights and sounds:

Even the description features a creative text layout:

All of this and more can be yours for the low, low price of $599 plus $50 shipping.

Before you run out and buy your own be sure to check out all of the amenities that this fine piece of real estate has to offer here.

Haunt on!

FDU: Roger's Gardens

What's a Ghoulie Girl in Kansas know about a gift and garden store in Corona Del Mar, California? I know but one thing... this place knows how to do Halloween up right!

Another product of the Final Destination Unknown files, I can't even tell you how I got there - but I'm glad I did. Oozing with inspiration, this creeped out shop certainly has to be on the "must visit" list of everyone in the area.

 

For the month of October 2011, Roger's Gardens plays host to the Blackstone Theater. Here's what the site has to say:

Explore the remnants of the abandoned “Blackstone” Back-Alley Theater. Roam dark mysterious rooms haunted by ghosts of performances past. Surroundings of strange objects, unique characters, and theatrical fascination will undoubtedly spark inspiration in artistic hearts. Enter a world of intrigue and bizarre beauty at Roger’s Gardens for a Halloween Experience unlike anything you’ve seen.


Not only do they do up the shop, they also produced a 5 minute theatrical piece showcasing the store:

Be sure to visit the site for more than 60 photos of this spectacularly spooky shop.

Haunt on!

FDU: London Dungeon

It's been a hectic day today so no time for a lengthy post. I did stumble upon a little something for the FDU  (Final Destination Unknown) files.

According to the site:

1000 years of London's darkest and most gory history, 14 actor led shows and 3 scary rides make the London Dungeon attraction an educationally chilling experience and a great day out for the whole family.

Take a tour of  The London Dungeon.

Haunt on!

FDU: Witchy Inspiration

Another Final Destination Unknown turned up this Witch on Wheels Skate Sculpture from PlasticLand ($49):

Poke around the site a bit to find other fun Victorian/Steampunk style goodies.

Haunt on!

Final Destination Unknown: Dry Ice

Another google search gone astray. I'm sure that by now you think I never actually get where I'm going. Not true! It's just that I never know where I'm going. I do eventually get there. I've decided to name these little trips along the internet highway as Final Destination Unknown.

So today's FDU is dry ice. I think most haunters have a love/hate relationship with dry ice. It's very cool but the satisfaction is fleeting. It's a mess and you have to wear gloves and it's expensive. I know that I, for one, am thankful that there's a whole plethora of other choices in the haunter's arsenal from foggers to misters.

The one thing a fogger or mister can't do for you is spook up a Halloween cocktail. I'm always leery of using dry ice in a punch mainly because I know my guests. I could post a flashing warning sign to be ultra careful but after a few cocktails I'm certain that I'd still have one numbskull who accidentally gives themselves a dry ice throat burn. Emergency room visits and potential permanent injury or death aren't usually part of my Halloween party agenda. I'm just saying.

And that brings us to our Final Destination. Check out this nifty solution:

Here's the 411 from the MistyStix website:

MistyStix are dryice swizzle sticks that create a misty fog effect in beverages. By loading MistyStix with dryice, your beverages become extraordinary and will delight guests of all ages with a fun visual experience.  A sure way to put a smile on a face, MistyStix are the last touch that will increase the allure of the drinks you serve.


Click the Dry Ice link on their site and you will find everything from Dry Ice 101 to recipes. They don't sell the dry ice but they do include a link to Dry Ice Express where you can order the dry ice nuggets.

Haunt on!