Fun and Easy Halloween Crafts
Halloween is one of those holidays you can’t help but get wrapped up in when it rolls around. There are so many different approaches you can take – do you want to be spooky, scary, or fun? These Fun and Easy Halloween Crafts give you the best of all the options!
Explore the fun ideas and choose the ones you and the kids want to create. You’ll likely want to make more than one because they’re scary good!
From ghosts to pumpkins to everything in between, use these ideas for Halloween fun to bring out your creativity!
Can I really use Halloween crafts as fun home decor?
Yes! Halloween crafts aren’t just fun to make—they’re a clever way to decorate your home with a personal, seasonal flair.
Personalized Touch: DIY crafts let you match your spooky style—whether that’s cute ghosts, rustic pumpkins, or gothic glam.
Kid-Friendly Fun: Crafting together makes decorating feel like a family event, not a chore. Plus, kids love seeing their art displayed.
Budget Bonus: Homemade crafts often use supplies you already have—paper, jars, or scrap fabric—so you save money while decorating.
One-of-a-Kind Pieces: Unlike store-bought décor, handmade crafts give your space personality and charm.
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What common Halloween crafting supplies should I keep on hand?
Stock up on a mix of basic craft tools and Halloween-themed accents—you’ll be ready to whip up ghosts, bats, or pumpkin décor anytime inspiration strikes.
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Basics
- Construction paper & cardstock (black, orange, purple, white)
- Glue sticks & hot glue gun
- Scissors & craft knives
- Markers, crayons, & paint (especially metallic or glow-in-the-dark!)
- Tape (masking, double-sided, washi)
Spooky Touches
- Googly eyes (small to extra-large for monsters and ghosts)
- Pipe cleaners (black, orange, silver for spiders and webs)
- Felt & fabric scraps (for bats, pumpkins, or ghosts)
- Glitter & sequins (because even witches like sparkle)
- Cotton balls or fake spider webs (for creepy effects)
Bonus Finds
- Empty jars, toilet paper rolls, & cardboard boxes (endless DIY potential)
- Ribbons & twine (for hanging crafts or decorating jars)
- Mini LED tea lights (safe for glowing decorations)
- Stickers, stencils, & stamps (to add easy flair)
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All of these crafts are easy, fun, and make excellent decorations that won’t cost you an arm and a leg!
Looks like some great ideas, thanks for sharing. Have a terrific weekend.
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This is my favorite time of the year and I love these simple and fun ideas. Can’t wait to get started!
These are some great arts and craft ideas perfect for the fall and Halloween seasons. Thank you for linking up this week to the Thoughtful Spot Weekly Blog Hop 🙂
These are fun ideas that do see easy! Perfect for getting in the spirit of fall!