Grouchy Haven is over 15 years old and this year I'm looking to put all my props out. To do this I will need to fix some of my aging props, of which some are over 15 years old. May add some new props, we'll see.
Perron Halloween Productions copyright 2004-2019
First order of business was to build a new structure for the 3 singing pumpkins to sit on. Last year I used a large box that was just flimsy and effected the projected image.
Above is a photo of the box I used last year. You can see I had to use a piece of wood to prevent the box from caving in.
This year I built a ridged wooden frame wrapped in Coroplast (plastic cardboard). Will be much easier to set up this year.
Picked up this flasher skeleton that was on sale at Big Lots that I will modify like I normally do for all purchased props.
Tombie & Oliver will be back this year. Had to do a rebuild of their servo motors. Below is a link of how I build Tombie 15 years ago.
This year I wanted to enclose the projector I use of my Nightmare Before Christmas Jack prop, so I will be making a Zero Tombstone since I already have a Zero dog. Below are links to two good DIY on YouTube:
Unlike the two shown on YouTube, I will make mine to be taken apart since I need to store it in my attic with all the other Halloween items.
Made a swing for my swinging skeleton using some 2x4x8 and sawhorse brackets. Much quicker setup than trying to hang him from the tree.
Below are some photos from Halloween night.
