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Welcome, my name is Sylvia Smiser. I am a self taught artist. I enjoy creating one of a kind art dolls and sculpted figures. Vintage Halloween styled artwork and Dia de los Muertos art dolls is what comes naturally to me and what I am most passionate about creating. I am a proud member of the wonderful art groups EHAG (Eclectic Halloween Artists Guild) and PFATT (Primitive Folk Art Talk & Tea). I am a participating artist at Ghoultide Gathering. I am honored to have been published in Art Doll Quarterly, Dolls magazine, Somerset Studio Gallery and Celebrate 365 Magazine. I am also a Physical Therapist and Mama to 15 year old Boy/Girl Twins. My husband is a wonderful man who is very supportive of my art and together with our two doggy fur kids we make one happy, busy family.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

A Fanciful Twist HALLOWEEN PARTY and GIVEAWAY!!!!!!




Come in my pretties and enjoy all the treats we have to offer at Anaboo Castle.




Would you like a drink of witches brew? It's fressshhh only a century old. 




Please come in and have some sweet treats...


Worms, eyeballs, bat vomit, edible ghosts and many other delights please help yourself there is plenty for everyone!!!


Once you have your fill of goodies please come in and mingle with all the other guests they are most anxious to meet you and make your acquaintance. 

The tree of wishes welcomes you...

The vulture twins insisted that they had to be the bouncers in case someone got too rowdy.  Seymour and Sabina came together and they are recently engaged you know. The three headed gossipers are telling everyone all about it.  The witch is missing her coven. Will they show?

OOPS the trunk landed on one of the witches. Yes, it's the one with the ruby slippers. She has the worst luck.
Please make yourself at home. Everyone is friendly!  
Please introduce yourself...
Yes, we have a Halloween Circus and a couple of pumpkin newleyweds!

The rest of the coven is arriving!

How nice she has brought us a magical pumpkin.


Let's take a closer look at the tree of Halloween wishes.











OK, now that you've met everyone let's move the party outside as I have set up a table for us to enjoy the cool crisp evening as the sun sets.



I hope you are having a magical time! In order to add to the magic I would like to offer my first ever blog giveaway!  As you could see the Halloween tree of wishes is very important here at Anaboo Castle and I would like to offer two ornies to 2 winners so that you can add to your Halloween tree of wishes or begin your Halloween tree of wishes. After all everyone needs a tree of wishes ;)



All you have to do is leave a comment here for a chance to win. 
If you would like another chance to win you can become a follower of my blog and let me know that you are following by leaving another comment. 
For a third chance to win share this on Facebook, Your Blog, or The Hive. Please leave a third comment stating where you shared with a link.
The 2 winners will be randomly drawn on Oct. 23rd and winnings will be priority mailed as soon as I can contact the winner. Please leave me an e-mail addy so that I can get a hold of you on your comment. 
 Thank you so much for  attending my Halloween Party I greatly enjoyed having you!!!


OH NOooo....

There is always one that cannot handle their witches Brew!   



Please visit my current auctions on EBAYEBAY IIEBAY III. My ETSY


Also please make sure you keep the party going by visiting all the other Halloween Blog Parties at Ms. Vanessa's A Fanciful Twist List of Parties.  


Happy TRICK OR TREATING MY FRIENDS!!!!!

74 comments:

  1. Love the characters - the Halloween tree! This is a fun post! - do feel free to visit our party / graveyard and maybe if you choose post a memory in our Memory Shrine (the comment box - you'll see what we mean!) The Graveyard Blessings!

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  2. what a fun place to visit! I am already a follower...that's how I got here! Cute creations as always.

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  3. What a wonderful party. I absolutely love the wishing tree. Next year I will have to make me one. That is so wonderful. Lots of shady characters at your party, but they were frightful enchanting with delightful conversation.
    Happy Halloween!
    Stop by for a spell, and I would love to be entered in the giveaway
    Spells and Wishes,
    Wendy from Wonderland

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  4. I was already a follower before today, and loving it.
    Spells and Wishes
    Wendy from Wonderland

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  5. This is sooooo much fun!!!
    BOOOTIFUL Wishing Tree...
    Love your blog & your creations.
    Please fly by for my giveaways too...
    Hauntingly Yours, Lyndy

    My Haunted Halloween Party Link:
    http://bit.ly/dho880
    TODAYSGOLD
    http://todaysgold.blogspot.com/

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  6. Second comment as requested...
    OK, I became a follower & I hope you'll in turn follow me too:

    My Haunted Halloween Party Link:
    http://bit.ly/dho880
    TODAYSGOLD
    http://todaysgold.blogspot.com/

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  7. Hi Sylvia ~ You won my MJ "Close 2 Midnight" postcard print! Congrats!

    I will email you today for your addy.

    SpOOky Cheers!
    Chris >:-)

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  8. What a wonderful party.
    Great post!

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  9. fantastic characters!!! please count me in!!!

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  10. I am having a wonderful time at your party. thank you for sharing your art work. Very fun and whimsical. Please visit me:
    momentsinaneye.blogspot.com

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  11. Oh, HOW awesome this was! I DO want a tree of Halloween wishes!!!! And looks like one of your party revelers had WAY too much spiked cider! LOL I enjoyed my stay. Please do include me in your generous giveaway!

    I would be most delighted if you came to visit my enchanted Halloween Faerie Tale & giveaway:

    http://faeriemooncreations.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-faerie-tale.html

    Enjoy the parties!
    Theresa

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  12. This was so cute! I love your vulture twins who wanted to be the bouncers!! And that poor pumpkin who couldn't handle the witches brew!

    Your newest follower here from Vanessa's Halloween Party!~Lisa
    Happy Halloween

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  13. I have to wonder what that is mixed in your witche's brew..and one to make such pumpkins to spew things everywhere!

    And look at all of those ghosts, goblins, bats, and witches....I must careful to ensure my return to my own Manor where an all day party is going on as well....

    Check out Harrington Manor Ball today.

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  14. Delightful! Thank You.

    Wende

    http://creativeartseatables.wordpress.com/

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  15. Great party and art!! Come visit me at

    http://theplayoflightandshadow.blogspot.com/2010/10/welcome-to-happy-halloween-party-and.html

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  16. What a fantastic collection of Halloween
    decorations.

    I love Halloween so will become a follower.

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  17. Great party. Love those dolls and the Halloween wishing tree. Love to see you at my own party at-http://kellysalteredart.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-party-2010.html

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  18. I have never had a Halloween Tree of wishes, how beautiful and yes, sometimes pumpkin/witch's grog makes us a bit sick, have to watch that. Thank you for having this giveaway.

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  19. I am now a follower of your blog and am so happy to have discovered you through Vanessa's party!

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  20. He, he, couldn't help but laugh at that last poor fella. So much fun at your party. Just spectacular! Loved it all! Have a wonderful weekend! Twyla

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  21. What a wonderful party and such a great cast of characters! Thanks for sharing!

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  22. that was great! you had a house full of guests! Love it :) thanks for sharing.
    and thanks for the opportunity to win a Halloween ornament (I hardly have any Halloween decor anymore since the kids are gone, and quite frankly I miss it) I would proudly display it!

    new follower too :)

    Peace,
    Susan

    please come visit:
    http://piecesoffatesusan.blogspot.com/

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  23. What a wonderful party, and all of the guests were fabulous!! :) I would love the chance to win one of those fabulous ornaments. Tahnk you for having me at your party! :) ~Lauren

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  24. Love your Halloween tree! Your party was spectacular! I do hope you stop by http://tatteredgold.blogspot.com and say hello!
    A blissful autumn to you!

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  25. I love how your house is filled with the most amazing Halloween decorations! And how perfect are those strawberry ghosties!

    Have a fun filled weekend!

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  26. Awesome figures!
    My party's still going on at:
    http://www.paperpilekitten.com/2010/10/a-magic-halloween-party-enter-at-your-own-risk.html

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  27. Wowza! That tree is really something! I have to go back again just to look at every little thing! Witch's Brew only a century old? tee hee. And those ghostly strawberries are too cute!

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  28. I absolutely adore your Halloween Wishing Tree full of fun characters. They are adorable! You have such a fun collection.
    Thanks for popping over. I found you that way. I would love to start my own Halloween Wishing Tree.

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  29. What a wonderful party. I love all your dolls, etc. Love the story, too.

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  30. I want a Halloween tree of wishes! Awesome party!
    www.keyholegallery.blogspot.com

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  31. I love the idea of a halloween wish tree! Please enter me in your drawing

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  32. What a collection! You have fabulous Halloween art. I would love it if you paid me a visit

    Please come see me when time allows at http://wood-wings.blogspot.com/2010/10/midnight-ride.html

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  33. Just checking to make sure my wee comment saved... eeeeks, hobgoblins! ♥, Vanessa {A Fanciful Twist}

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  34. I think my first comment was lost... but what I said was....

    You have some of the most wonderful Halloween treaures I have ever beheld!! And I love your bouncers too, teeee heee!

    Thank you for sharing the magic ;)

    ♥, Vanessa {A Fanciful Twist}

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  35. Love the Halloween decorations! And your blog is fun too. I had a great time. Please stop by and visit me too.
    Hugs,
    Janet
    Janets Creative Pillows

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  36. thanks for the invite and showing us around your catele. so much fun! never heard of a halloween wish tree, would love to start one ... maybe with your ornie? count me in.
    have a magical halloween

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  37. Love your collection of Halloween treats! Wicked cool tree. Happy Halloween

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  38. I love your beautiful creations! Your home is very scary! I am a new follower! Hope you'll visit me soon, too! ♥

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  39. I adore your Halloween Tree of wishes!! Sweetly magical.

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  40. Oh my goodness I loved your party and your Halloween Decor is to die for. I see a lot of art by fellow artists. Just Wonderful!!!

    If you haven't already please hop on over to my blog for a chance to win two Mini Witch Hats.

    http://fantasywhispersblog-ooak.blogspot.com/2010/10/halloween-party-and-2-giveaways-2010.html

    Vania

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  41. Your ornies are darling and your party is spooktacular! Please count me in!
    Hugs,Patti

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  42. Sylvia, did you create Seymour and Sabina? I recently bought a gourd woman just like Sabina at a little shop at the Cedarburg Harvest fest here in WI! I am wondering if YOU created her? She is wonderful and I love her!
    Hugs,Patti

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  43. Hi Sylvia! I really enjoyed visiting your magical party! The chocolate covered strawberry ghosties were delicious. Your tree of Halloween wishes is absolutely divine! Love your whole collection! Thanks so much for your sweet visit! Happy Halloween! :)

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  44. What a fun party!! thank you for your hospitality!! I LOVE all your beautiful Halloween decorations!! Yes, the strawberry ghosties are SOOOOOoooooo cute!! love them!!
    Happy Halloween!!

    xx Rena

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  45. hi there! thank you for visiting my party!
    you have a wonderful party yourself!

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  46. oh...and offcourse i'm following you now! ;-)

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  47. :-( the follow button is gone? there seems to be an error. i check it out tomorrow.

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  48. Fantastic adventure! Thank you so much for the invite!

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  49. The Halloween tree of wishes is a wonderful idea! Love your post and the gorgeous decorations :)

    You're very welcome to visit our Halloween party:
    http://cosmicgoddessblog.blogspot.com/2010/10/bewitching-halloween-party.html

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  50. what a wonderful party!
    I love your creations!

    Hope you'll come visit mine and my post(s) for all of October!
    http://faeriedustdreams-michelle.blogspot.com/

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  51. Oh, thank you so much for coming to visit with me and leaving such kind comments! I am back because I forgot to follow your blog - but I am now a happy follower. :) Thank you again for your generous giveaway! Theresa

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  52. Hi Sylvia,
    Sorry I'm late but happy to be here now. Fabulous tree, and even more fabulous ornaments! Would love to win one!
    And you're right-there's one at every party who can't handle his brew!

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  53. Already a follower-one of your first!

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  54. Putting it up on my blog right now!

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  55. Wow! What a bunch of characters you are entertaining! Oops, I guess since I was there that would include me too wouldn't it?! Ah well, at least I was in good company ;) Thanks so much for inviting me - it was great fun!!!

    Purrs!

    Romeo and "her"

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  56. What a wonderful party post! Thank you so much for allowing me to mingle with your exquisite guests :D

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  57. Fabulous creations! Love your decor :)
    Cheers!
    Kristen
    queen of nostalgia

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  58. What a fun post! Love your decorations and ornaments on the tree! Thank you for inviting to your party! I hope you'll come visit me, too!

    ~Celina
    forevervampress@aol.com
    http://scrapvamp.blogspot.com

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  59. Finally!!! The follow button is back :-)
    Now i really follow you!
    xoxo Donna

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  60. Hi!
    This is sooooo much fun!!!
    Love your decorations and ornaments on the tree!
    Happy Halloween!BOOOOOOOOOOOOO

    Booo from so far away from Halloween on spring!

    xoxo

    visit me anytime...

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  61. Such a lovely blog you have. I really love all of your Halloween Dolls and ornaments. Did you make most of them? Going to check out your goodies now. Thanks for such a lovely giveaway too.

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  62. Such a fun post :D Those edible ghosts look delicious, and I love the Halloween Tree!

    This has been my first ever blog party but I've had such a great time :)

    http://modernwomans.blogspot.com/2010/10/something-witchy-this-way-comes.html

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  63. What a spook'tacular post! I love your tree! Thanks for stopping by my blog. Happy Hauntings!

    Sandy xox

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  64. I have never seen a more spectacular collection of Halloween fun!

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  65. love the cool tree and did i mention the strawberries! just when i think ive seen it all....

    make-your-own-invitations.com

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  66. Love the tree it's awesome!!!! Please enter me :0)
    srgrant05(at)ymail(dot)com

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  67. I'm a follower (thegrants)
    srgrant05(at)ymail(dot)com

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  68. Awesome pics, really ready for Halloween, speaking of Halloween I found this website http://www.thatsmyface.com/f/masks that can create a super-realistic mask of anyone from just a photo. Imagine going as yourself, your boss, your favorite celebrity or worst enemy to a Halloween party?!

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  69. Hello, hello! What lovely creations!
    I'm super late to visit parties - but thank you for visiting mine and also...

    CONGRATS!
    Check my blog and please e-mail me your postal address! :D

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  70. I may be a little late for the giveaway,but I had to tell you I love your blog and your wonderful creative guests!!
    ~Sharon~

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  71. I have become your newest follower under username MoonRae
    ~Sharon~
    lunrei@yahoo.com

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  72. Sylvia, I am absolutely blown away by your incredible decorations. Just a stunning display. You are not only a wonderful artist but have a talent for decorating as well. Thank you for sharing this! Happy Halloween.
    Tammy
    Light and Shadow Studio

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