Dearly Departed Studios, where it's always spooky season
Dearly Departed Studios, where it's always spooky season
My Favorite Holiday
Halloween has always been my favorite holiday. I love that it signals the cooler weather (I live in the desert) and I love the mysteriousness of the holiday.
How it all Began
Through the years as I decorated my home for the season, I found that the decorations in the store were always so "plastic" and "unreal" looking. Nothing was to scale and I found that each year was sort of the same old thing with few exceptions. And the price of these decorations could break the bank! I started making my own decorations because it was so much cheaper and I could make exactly what I wanted.
How to Find Me
In addition to my online Etsy store, I have a traditional brick-and-mortar store located in Chandler, AZ. I'm located inside Terror Trader - AZ's original year-round horror store. Hope you come to visit.
Location:
Located inside Terror Trader!
941 W. Elliot Rd, Unit 3 Chandler, AZ
Hours:
Wednesday to Sunday
noon to 8pm
Happy Haunting
I try to make unique items that you can't find in stores. Many of my decorations are made from stuff that was headed for the trash, but not all. I just love to reuse and repurpose.
I hope you find something you just have to have!
Happy Haunting.
-Kim
Soul Proprietor
Upcoming Event
I'll be vending at this year's Gathering of the Ghouls convention in Mesa, AZ! Stop by and say 'Hello" - I'd love to meet you.
Gathering of the Ghouls is Arizona’s annual celebration of horror, Halloween, and spooky creativity—bringing together fans, artists, cosplayers, and horror celebrities for one unforgettable weekend.
Save the Date: August 22-23, 2026 Mesa Convention Center, AZ. Tickets are on sale now!
Below you will find some of my favorite work from the past. I hope you find inspiration!