Have you made Halloween plans yet?

If not, we have some ideas just for you! This year, Halloween falls on a Saturday evening, giving you even more leeway to let your hair down and celebrate in style. Whether you want to throw a party, have your friends round to watch a scary horror film or entertain the children with spooky themed activities, you're going to need a few things to make sure your celebrations are the best they can be!

No matter what you get up to, here are nine tips to transform your evening into the perfect Halloween party:

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When you think of traditional British food, sausages must be close to the top of the list. Good old 'bangers and mash' is a staple meal in homes up and down the country.

And with British Food Fortnight running between 19th September and 4th October, there's no better time to enjoy this Great British classic!

But instead of buying from a supermarket, why not make your own sausages? It might look difficult to master, but with the right equipment, you can easily make your own bangers from the comfort of your kitchen.

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Jam is a staple of any kitchen cupboard or pantry. The great thing is that with so many different variations available, there's a fruit jam to suit anyone's tastebuds.

And what could be more fun than making your own? It's actually not as hard as you might think!

Here's our guide to making jam from the comfort of your own kitchen.

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The idea of re-decorating can often feel daunting. In your mind, it's going to take weeks to complete and at a hefty price too. However, instead of overhauling the entire room there is a simple way to get a new look in your home: Up-cycling.

Up-cycling seems to be all the rage at the moment. All it takes is a quick search on Google and you've found thousands of photos of shabby chic projects and renovated furniture. However, everyone seems to have their own ways of telling you actually HOW to achieve the look, WHAT can be up-cycled and WHY they chose to develop that piece the way they have.

We've decided to simplify it, so that no matter what ideas you have in your mind, you can achieve your furniture goal. Let's face facts: It's the cheapest way of redecorating. Whether you already have a piece of furniture that has seen better days or you find a bargain at a boot sale, almost anything can be up-cycled in just a few easy steps.

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A chimenea is a fantastic addition to your garden. When you're out enjoying your garden in the summer, a chimenea allows you to extend the party into the evening. Providing warmth as the sun goes down, as well as an attractive focal point, many people love to relax by a flaming chimenea.

Dating back as many as 400 years ago, the chimeneas come from Spanish and Mexican influences. They have traditionally been used as a way of heating an area, and were also used historically for cooking.

If you've got a chimenea, or are thinking of adding one to your garden, follow the steps in this guide to use it properly.

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