Every October I swear I’m going to keep it simple — and then suddenly I’m knee-deep in felt, hot glue, and questionable life choices.

This week I’m sharing my chaotic DIY Halloween moments — from the infamous Slinky Dog felt fiasco to the time I went full-on Mayor from The Nightmare Before Christmas (while pregnant, of course).

Moral of the story? Go big. Wear the costume. And maybe keep the glue gun on standby.