Thursday || October 3rd 2024
Howdy Neighbors!
Spooky season is here, and we DYING to dive headfirst into October’s collection — Cursed Cabin Chronicles! This month, we’re blending our love for horror with a reminder of the power that comes from community, care, and collective action — because when things get scary, it’s solidarity that helps us survive.
Read on to see how we’ve made connections between cabin horror movies and community-building! We’ve also added in some classic cabin horror movies many of us have come to love!
And since it’s pumpkin season, we’ve put together some ideas for decorating your pumpkin, and finding where to get your pumpkin!
See who we’re featuring this month in art, advocacy, and small shops!
Finally, get a look at our calendar to see where we’ll be this month!
Grab your flashlights, stock up on snacks, and let's settle in for a month of thrilling scares, creativity, and community!
Ready for the scare fest? Let’s go!
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Love,
Sugar Cloud Co.
OCTOBER 2024 THEME/COLLECTION
˚˖𓍢ִ໋ 🦇 Cursed Cabin Chronicles ✧˚.🔮⋆
In Cursed Cabin Chronicles, we’re not just exploring horror — we’re exploring how horror brings us together! Whether it’s surviving against the odds in and of isolation or pushing back against forces greater than us, horror movies remind us of the power of collective action. In a world that often feels chaotic, these stories show that solidarity and resilience can help us navigate even the scariest of situations!
˚˖𓍢ִ໋ 🦇 SECTION I. SOLIDARITY IN HORROR ✧˚.🔮⋆
The horror genre is filled with reflections of shared fears and anxieties, and tends to mirror real-world dynamics of community-building in response to fear. Most horror films are based around stories of people working to survive or navigate some kind of threat — a dynamic we often face ourselves.
This month, we’re focusing on cabin horror films — those that tell stories of groups of people, isolated from help, confronting a shared external threat. Whether it's supernatural or imperial forces, collaboration and mutual care become essential.
We scream at the characters, "Do NOT split up!" because we intuitively understand that unity equals strength. We want to highlight how cabin horror films use collective fear as a catalyst for building solidarity — and how they illustrate the dangers of isolation during crises.
"Solidarity through Struggle"
A primary trope in cabin horror is the coerced isolation of a group of people -- forcing them into a scenario where survival hinges on their ability and willingness to work together. Their struggle for survival pushes personal conflicts aside, reminding us that our common humanity is stronger than our differences. Whether it’s taking turns standing watch, helping one another through injuries, or pooling resources, these films reflect the very essence of community-building: solidarity is born from shared struggle.
By depicting characters in situations where their survival depends on mutual aid and cooperation, these films mirror real-world processes of collective action. The fight for survival in a remote cabin can serve as a metaphor for how we build movements, organize against oppressive forces, and resist structures of power — proving that even in the most isolated, frightening moments, we’re never truly alone.
Just like in cabin horror films, communities in real life often find themselves battling larger, uncontrollable forces—whether natural disasters or systemic inequality. Mutual aid and collective action have been essential for communities to survive and push back against these threats.
QUESTION: Which cabin horror film has your favorite survival moment? How do you think those characters would fare without solidarity?
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˚˖𓍢ִ໋ 🦇 SECTION II. Cabin Horror Favs✧˚.🔮⋆
The Cabin in the Woods
Released: 2012
Rated: R
Director(s): Drew Goddard
Writer(s): Joss Whedon and Drew Goddard
Producer(s): Joss Whedon
Starring:
Kristen Connolly
Chris Hemsworth
Anna Hutchison
Fran Kranz
Jesse Williams
Inspired By: All horror movies before and to come
Evil Dead
Released: 2013
Rated: R
Director(s): Fede Álvarez
Writer(s): Fede Álvarez and Rodo Sayagues
Producer(s): Rob Tapert, Sam Raimi, and Bruce Campbell
Starring:
Jane Levy
Shiloh Fernandez
Lou Taylor Pucci
Jessica Lucas
Elizabeth Blackmore
Re-imagination of The Evil Dead (1981)
#4 in Evil Dead film series
Inspired By: H.P. Lovecraft's fictional grimoire -- the Necronomicon
Tucker & Dale VS. Evil
Released: 2010
Rated: R
Director(s): Eli Craig
Writer(s): Eli Craig and Morgan Jurgenson
Producer(s): Morgan Jurgenson, Albert Klychak, Rosanne Milliken, and Deepak Nayar
Starring:
Tyler Labine
Alan Tudyk
Katrina Bowden
Jesse Moss
Inspired By: The idea of subverting common tropes of misogyny, neoliberalism, and racism in horror films (Gingold 2024).
Cabin Fever
Released: 2002
Rated: R
Director(s): Eli Roth
Writer(s): Eli Roth and Randy Pearlstein
Producer(s): Lauren Moews, Sam Froelich, Evan Astrowsky, and Eli Roth
Starring:
Rider Strong
Jordan Ladd
James DeBello
Cerina Vincent
Joey Kern
Arie Verveen
Giuseppe Andrews
Inspired By: Eli Roth's personal experience with a severe skin infection from working on a farm (Rivera 2010).
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Released: 2022
Rated: R
Director(s): Ti West
Writer(s): Ti West
Producer(s): Ti West, Jacob Jaffke, Kevin Turen, and Harrison Kreiss
Starring:
Mia Goth
Jenna Ortega
Kid Cudi
Martin Henderson
Brittany Snow
Owen Campbell
Inspired By: Subverting common tropes and unequal power dynamics in horror and pornography; The Texas Chainsaw Massacre; Society's fears of aging
Friday the 13th
Released: 1980
Rated: R
Director(s): Sean S. Cunningham
Writer(s): Victor Miller
Producer(s): Sean S. Cunningham
Starring:
Betsy Palmer
Adrienne King
Harry Crosby
Laurie Bartram
Mark Nelson
Jeannine Taylor
Robbi Morgan
Kevin Bacon
Inspired By: John Carpenter's Halloween
Creep
Released: 2014
Rated: R
Director(s): Patrick Brice
Writer(s): Patrick Brice and Mark Duplass
Producer(s): Mark Duplass and Jason Blum
Starring:
Mark Duplass
Patrick Brice
Inspired By: Patrick Brice's experiences on Craigslist; Movies: My Dinner with Andre, Misery, and Fatal Attraction
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˚˖𓍢ִ໋ 🦇 SECTION III. Pumpkin Decorating✧˚.🔮⋆
Decorating Methods & Ideas
Together, we've compiled some ideas for pumpkin decorating to kick off the season with some fun inspiration!
Pumpkin Carving
Probably the most common method of pumpkin decorating, this process involves the use of knives and other sharp tools to essentially cut (carve) shapes out of the pumpkin.
Although this method can get pretty messy, that's part of the fun!
Carving Tip: Instead of beginning your carving with a hole around the pumpkin's stem, try carving the hole on the bottom of the pumpkin! Watch how easily you're able to clean the inside!
Pumpkin Painting
A great alternative to carving pumpkins -- whether you're unable to or just don't want to -- is painting pumpkins!
Acrylic paint works especially well for this due to it's thick body and opaqueness!
There are no limits, though!
Here are some other creative materials you can use to decorate your pumpkins:
Glitter (Preferably biodegradable!)
Paint Markers
Spray Paint
Permanent Markers
Paper Mache
Pin-and-Thread
Rhinestones
REMINDER:
Once you decorate a pumpkin, your job isn't done just yet! Remember to be mindful with disposure at it's end!
If you're composting it, remember to remove anything that won't biodegrade!
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˚˖𓍢ִ໋ 🦇 SECTION IV: Support Local! ✧˚.🔮⋆
We've compiled a list of four (4) local farms that we know have pumpkin patches during the fall season!
Support local agricultural efforts by going to a pumpkin patch!
Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin Patch
11215 Lee's Lane
Hammond, LA 70401
Phone: (225) 567-3493
Email: farmforkids@yahoo.com
General Admission
Kids (newborn & up): $10 per child CASH ONLY
Only parents are free with children any extra adults pay $10 each
Adults without kids: $10 each
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Johndales Farm
22061 Robertson Ln.
Ponchatoula, LA 70454
Phone: (985) 969-1040
Email: Johndalesfarm@charter.net
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Brushy Branch
51211 Narretto Rd.
Loranger, LA 70446
Phone: 985-320-2124
Email: Brushybranchchristmastreefarm@outlook.com
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Sugar Roots Farm
10701 Willow Drive
New Orleans, LA 70131
Phone: (504) 239-8695
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˚˖𓍢ִ໋ 🦇 SECTION V: Conclusion ✧˚.🔮⋆
Cursed Cabin Chronicles isn’t just about spooky tales—it’s a reminder that even in our darkest moments, we're stronger together. Horror movies often reflect the challenges we face in real life, whether they involve confronting systemic issues or enduring crises. Just like the characters in our favorite films, we know that survival comes from solidarity, resilience, and the power of collective care.
So remember—whether you’re facing monsters on-screen or obstacles in the real world, you’re never truly alone. Let’s take inspiration from these tales and continue to stand together, find strength in each other, and carve out our own spaces of community, support, and action!
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Coming Soon to Cursed Cabin Chronicles
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… More to Come!
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⭐ Carmilla Carmine (she/her)
⭐ Louisiana Artist 🪻 Currently Based in Tangipahoa, LA
⭐ No social media presence yet!
🩷 Carmilla 🩷
Carmilla is a queer artist based in the Northshore area of Louisiana! She mostly works in traditional art and her mediums of choice are colored pencils, ink, and paint. She also makes digital maps and home crafts!
Carmilla has been drawing for so long that she doesn’t remember when she started. It’s been part of her life for as long as she can remember. Her interests in art are based in gothic horror influence and making Dungeons and Dragons maps. Her favorite things to draw are vampires, and especially sapphic vampires. Speaking of vampires, she is currently reading Dracula by Bram Stoker, and she recently re-read Carmilla and Laura by S. D. Simper. Her work is perfect for this Halloween season!
Carmilla currently does not have a social media presence, but she can be seen at events in the Northshore area from time to time. She is currently working towards creating a social media presence and becoming a full time artist.
⭐ Community Unity Network 4 Transformation & Solidarity
⭐ Grassroots Solidarity Initiative
⭐ Resources, Zines, Mutual Aid, and Public Education
⭐ Instagram 🩷 Website
🩷 Community Unity Network 4 Transformation & Solidarity🩷
Following the disasters of Hurricane Helene and BioLab’s chemical leak, we want to highlight advocates on the frontlines in these areas. This month, we're featuring a powerhouse of passion and purpose: Community Unity Network for Transformation & Solidarity (C.U.N.T.S.) Based in Atlanta, C.U.N.T.S. has become a vital lifeline for the marginalized communities they serve.
From distributing zines and local guides, to crowdfunding and sharing mutual aid, C.U.N.T.S. advocates for social justice through fostering community engagement and empowerment with an unapologetic punk spirit. Their mission? To amplify marginalized voices, provide accessible resources, and connect their community with the tools they need to thrive — all within a framework that challenges the very systems of oppression we face.
Whether they're educating the community on alternatives to policing or sharing resources for those affected by Hurricane Helene, their work is rooted in solidarity and radical transformation. C.U.N.T.S. is about liberation.
Some of their current initiatives include:
Abortion Resources: Comprehensive guides for advocacy and support
Zine Distribution: Everything from periods and war to liberation movements
Mutual Aid Projects: From water drops in ATL to hurricane relief in Appalachia
Palestinian Solidarity: Advocating for liberation across the globe
Check out their website, donate, or give them a visit if you’re in town! They’re doing the work that needs to be done, and they’re doing it unapologetically!
How Can You Support?
FOLLOW:
Instagram: @c.u.n.t.s.usa
DONATE:
CashApp: $cunts4change
Thank you, C.U.N.T.S, for putting in so much love and labor into building community! All the way from Louisiana, we recognize your passion and calls for solidarity!
⭐ MIETTE
⭐ Highlighting bright and magical treasures from local artists
⭐ 2038 Magazine St. New Orleans, LA
⭐ Instagram 🩷 Website
🖤 MIETTE 🖤
This month, we’re whisking you away to a magical little corner of the Lower Garden District in New Orleans, where whimsy meets wonder at Miette! Tucked just 10 minutes from the French Quarter, Miette is an enchanting little “rabbit hole” of art, jewelry, and unique treasures curated by the creative Angela!
The name "Miette," meaning "crumb" or "tiny piece" in French, is also a term of endearment in Cajun culture, fitting for a store that feels like a cozy, lovingly assembled puzzle of delightful oddities. Angela describes Miette as her "Velveteen Rabbit"—a place filled with items that grow more cherished with time, just waiting to become part of someone’s story!
What makes Miette so special?
Not only is it a carefully curated collection of pieces from over 200 independent artists, but it also holds a special place in the hearts of those who visit. Walking through Miette is like strolling through a tiny museum of handmade treasures, each with its own tale to tell! Angela’s deep connection to her New Orleans artist friends, and her own love for crafting resin jewelry, shines through in every nook and cranny of the shop!
From Carnival Float Flowers that bring Mardi Gras spirit to your doorstep. to One-of-a-Kind jewelry and accessories, there’s always something to discover!
So if you’re in New Orleans or planning a visit, don’t miss out on Miette! You’ll not only find beautiful pieces, but stories that come alive through them!
Come See Us Here October 13th!
Miette has been generous enough to host our FIRST EVER pop-up on Sunday, October 13th!
Get a double dose of sweetness!
How Can You Support?
FOLLOW:
Instagram: @iheartmiette
Thank you, Angela, for putting in the labor of love to build this little magical and ever-changing museum of adorable oddities!
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★— ⋆。˚ Saturday, October 5th
𓂃𓏲࣪ ʚ Drafts & Crafts Art Market 2024
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┊🎨 Art Market 2024
┊🕛 3 PM - 8 PM
┊🟢 Chafunkta Brewing Co.
┊📍 69123 Skybrook Rd. STE E. Mandeville, LA
┊✨ Event by Chafunkta Brewing Co.
┊🎟️ Free / Open Admission!
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★— ⋆。˚ Sat-Sun, October 12th-13th
𓂃𓏲࣪ ʚ Village Arts Market
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┊🎨 Weekend-Long Community Art Market!
┊🕛 Saturday, October 12th: 9 AM - 5 PM
┊🕛 Sunday, October 13th: 12 PM - 5 PM
┊🟢 Twin Steeples Creative Arts Center
┊📍 220 East Oak St. Ponchatoula, LA
┊✨ Event by Twin Steeples Creative Arts Center
┊🎟️ Free / Open Admission!
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★— ⋆。˚ Sunday, October 13th
𓂃𓏲࣪ ʚ Halloween Pop-Up @ Miette
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┊🩸 Halloween Pop-Up Shop!
┊🕛 11 AM - 3 PM
┊🟢 Miette
┊📍 2038 Magazine St. New Orleans, LA
┊✨ Pop-Up by Sugar Cloud Collective
┊✨ Hosted by Miette
┊🎟️ Free / Open Admission!
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★— ⋆。˚ Sunday, October 13th
𓂃𓏲࣪ ʚ Emporiumania Art Market
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┊🎨 Arcade Art Market
┊🕛 7 PM - 11 PM
┊🟢 Emporium Arcade & Bar
┊📍 2231 St Claude Ave. New Orleans, LA 70117
┊✨ Event by Array Events NOLA
┊🎟️ Free / Open Admission!
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★— ⋆。˚ Friday, October 18th
𓂃𓏲࣪ ʚ CAMP BRNR II: FREAKSHOW
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┊🎪 Horror Carnival-Themed Music & Art Party
┊🕛 9 PM - 'Til
┊🟢 Okay Bar
┊📍 1700 Port St, New Orleans, LA
┊✨ Event by BRNR Collective
┊🎟️ TBA
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★— ⋆。˚ Sunday, October 20th
𓂃𓏲࣪ ʚ Fall Fest 2024
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┊🎨 All Day Art Festival
┊🕛 12 PM - 10 PM
┊🟢 The Domino
┊📍 3044 St Claude Ave. New Orleans, LA
┊✨ Event by LMNL Arts
┊🎟️ Free / Open Admission!
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★— ⋆。˚ Sunday, October 27th
𓂃𓏲࣪ ʚ Scare Away Cancer Craft & Vendor Market
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┊🩷 Craft & Vendor Fair || Breast Cancer Awareness
┊🕛 10 AM - 5 PM
┊🟢 Tanger Outlets Gonzales
┊📍 2100 Steven B Tanger St. Gonzales, LA
┊✨ Event by Hometown Vendor Market
┊🎟️ Free / Open Admission!
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