Since I decorated for Halloween this past week I thought it fitting to share my small collection of vintage Halloween party books. Most of these books are estate sale found.
I have three of these Weeny Witch Party books. They are dated 1952 and I think were a giveaway from our local grocery store Fred Meyer and Armour Franks. I love the crazy party suggestions using hot dogs. Stuffed franks with green beans? I don't think my kids would have touched that dish.
The party books also included some cardboard masks that you could cut out and make.
This Trick or Treats book was put out by the 4-H and General Foods.It offers all sorts of tips to give a party as well as recipes.
Another variation of the Weeny Witch Party Book. This one is a larger format and is put out by Swift's Premium Franks, dated 1950.
Let me suggest bobbing for franks.
Perhaps feeding the weeny witch where you use a witch mask or a large witch head drawn on cardboard. You try and put the hot dog in the witch's mouth. That is the witch there on the right in the photo.
How a bout a weeny witch as a centerpiece? The witch is constructed from a hot dog and she is dressed in a crepe paper costume. I don't think I have ever even thought about crafting with a hot dog...ever.
This party book also included a couple of masks to be assembled. Hop Hopper, the goblin and Zinga-Rina the old witch.
I love this little flying witch on the front cover.
I also like it when you find an unexpected item tucked in amongst the pages. Dated 1943.
When you throw a Halloween party you may want to used this Whirl-O Fortune and Stunt game.
The spinner is used to determine a stunt to perform.
The spinner can also give you your fortune. Funny fortunes, like "Take a bath just once a day and folks will think you're all O.K." or "A bald man with a pointed chin will be the first your heart to win."
In case you were wondering where I display this collection, it lives in my china hutch with my collection of Halloween candles.
If you have an idea for a future collection challenge, leave me a comment and finish the sentence "Show me your collection of _____." You never know WHOOO will come up with a good suggestion for me.
your collection always amazes me..you find the BEST treasures...I am loving those masks! Have a great day. It is rainy here so out comes my new umbrella..big red polkadots!
Posted by: koralee | October 16, 2012 at 06:35 AM
I love your finds. The Whirl-O stunt game is great. It would still be fun at a party. I love the magazine with the princess and her wand. Plus, you have found so many Gurly candles. Those are really cute! You have an amazing collection of Halloween!
Mary B.
Posted by: Mary Borum | October 16, 2012 at 09:22 AM
oh my gosh i am in love with that weenie witch made of hot dogs!!! how cute!! and weird! my favorite combo. i did bobbing for donuts once where you hung them from strings and it was so fun! except it is hard to get to the end without your donut falling on the floor.
Posted by: rae | October 16, 2012 at 09:34 AM
Well, I guess I missed checking in on you yesterday so I was pleasantly surprised to have 2 new blogs to read this morning. Your displays get better every year. I'm not sure about the Weenie Halloweenie, tho. Maybe substitute Snickers bars...?
Posted by: janet | October 16, 2012 at 10:01 AM
Great fun! Hot dogs stuffed w/ green beans? I'm with your kids: no thanks! I have a few of the same Gurley candles. Love them! Do you have many Gurley Xmas candles, or is that a silly question?
Posted by: Diane | October 16, 2012 at 11:46 AM
You technically shared 2 amazing collections...Halloween party books and your FABULOUS Halloween candles! Two for the price of ONE! Love it!
Posted by: Kim Kenward | October 16, 2012 at 11:49 AM
The game is adorable. Loving the fortunes!
Posted by: Melissa's Antiques | October 16, 2012 at 01:28 PM
You had me at Weeny-Witch! Bobbing for franks is priceless, and please PLEASE make one of those hot dog witches, and perch her on top of a steaming plate of stuffed franks with green beans!
Posted by: Carol @ Old Glory Cottage | October 16, 2012 at 01:54 PM
I need to visit you!
ok.. "show me your collection of ghosts!"
do you have any? I have only a couple.
happy day
xoxo
Posted by: vivian | October 16, 2012 at 06:36 PM
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! I think you need to have this party. I'll come!
Posted by: Kathy | October 16, 2012 at 08:26 PM
Love this little collection, LOVE your Halloween hutch.... and now I have to go and begin planning my own Weenie Witch Party. Hilarious ! Thanks for sharing - as always.
Posted by: Lisa W. | October 16, 2012 at 09:55 PM
Such a great collection, and I just love all the sweet graphics! The spinner is fun! xo Heather
Posted by: Heather | October 16, 2012 at 10:17 PM
What a hoot. What they won't do to sell hot dogs. Seriously tho I love it. Great collection.
Sheryl
Posted by: Sheryl Remy | October 17, 2012 at 05:58 AM
How fun! Of course, I love the Weenie Witch! That's too cute!
Posted by: Mitzi Curi | October 17, 2012 at 08:12 AM
Ha Ha Ha....Those party books from the 50's are hilarious!The names are funny too."Bobbing for Franks" and "Feed the Weeny Witch"? Those games seem kind of iffy.Can you imagine kids doing that now? So much fun to look at though.The Whirl-O game looks like it would be fun to play at a party! Cute candles and display in your hutch.You just gave me an idea on how to display my vintage candy bags.
Thanks again for sharing and giving me a good laugh and a happy smile to make my day :-)
Posted by: Doreen | October 17, 2012 at 02:36 PM
I think this might be my favorite collection yet. you know I'm thinking those weenie games would be great for a bachelorette party or bridal shower bahahaha.
Posted by: teresa | October 25, 2012 at 07:12 PM