The weather is getting colder, the leaves are changing color, and the smell of pumpkin spice is in the air. That means it’s time to stock up on tricks and treats, put scary decorations out, and get your costume ready because Halloween is coming!
To get you into the spirit of the spooky season, we’ve put together a list of 4 fun Halloween crafts you can do right at home. No matter how old you are, you’re sure to find a project you’ll love. Even adults can take part in the fun!
Make A Paper Bat 🦇
This paper craft is a fun and simple way to make a spooky bat. All you need is some construction paper, a pair of scissors, a glue stick, and one hand — you’ll use the outline of your hand for the bat’s wings!
Get creative with the bat’s features, and customize your new flying friend to look however you want. Then you can use the bat as a decoration, or bring it to life by flying it around your home!
Materials needed:
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Purple, Black, and White construction paper
Watch the full video tutorial below!
Paint A Spider Web 🕸
If you’re a lover of creepy, crawly critters, this is the perfect craft for you! Even if you don’t think you’re an artist, this project is fun and easy to create, and it’s sure to end up looking amazing. This unique style of wax resist painting involves drawing with a white oil pastel or crayon before painting over it with watercolors.
Use different colors and play around with spider designs to customize this painting. After you hang it up, you’ll get into the spooky spirit in no time!
Materials needed:
- Thick white paper (cardstock or watercolor)
- White oil pastel
- Watercolors
- Paint brush
- Salt
- Water
- Black sharpie
Watch the full video tutorial below!
Create A Magic Potion 👻
Want to make your own magical witch’s potion? Check out this fun and unique DIY project, and add a mysterious magic potion bottle to your Halloween decorations this year! Use food coloring or liquid watercolors in whatever colors you want your potion to be.
Put your eerie and ominous bottle on display, and turn any room into a witch’s lair!
Materials needed:
- Glass bottle
- Cotton balls
- Glitter
- Water
- Tray
- Paper towels
- Food coloring or liquid watercolors
- Cups
- Long stick
Watch the full video tutorial below!
Build A Creepy Mannequin 🎃
Scare your neighbors this October with a creepy homemade decoration! Build your mannequin around any theme you want so it matches the rest of your decorations – you can make a werewolf, a scary clown, a witch, or anything else!
The possibilities of this project are endless, so get creative and see what kind of frightening monsters you can put together! Just make sure you have an adult help you.
Materials needed:
- PVC pipes & connectors
- Empty milk jugs
- Foam head and arms
- Fake snow or a pillow
- Mask / Costume / Creepy clothing
Watch the full video tutorial below!
Use these projects for a Halloween party or to decorate your house for trick-or-treaters, or just have a great time crafting. Whatever you decide to do for Halloween, be safe and have fun!
