The weather is getting colder, and the leaves are changing color. That means it’s time to stock up on tricks and treats, put spooky decorations out, and get your costume ready. Halloween is coming!
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 make your new flying friend 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 art project for you. Even if you don’t think you’re an artist, don’t worry – this painting is fun and easy to do, 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 spirit of the spooky season 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 you’ll be able to add a mysterious magic potion bottle to your Halloween decorations this year! Just make sure you have food coloring or liquid watercolors in whatever colors your 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, have fun, and be safe!
