What are the origins of this fun-filled festive custom?
Reuse old jars in your kitchen to create spooky-looking jack-o-lanterns! First, paint them orange, then use a marker to draw some eyes and a mouth. Finally, add a tealight candle inside to light up the room.
Why waste bottles when you can easily DIY with them? Here are some cute pen holders you can make using old bottles that can be used even after Halloween. Cut the bottles and paint the bottom third inside and out. Then, choose which characters to paint on them and let them dry before use.
A fun cooking activity with kids can boost their creativity! Here are some cute and spooky pizzas to make at home. All you need is pizza dough, pizza sauce, cheese, and veggies for toppings.
Halloween is all about sweet treats, so why not make some cookies of your choice and decorate them with spooky designs using icing? First, find some Halloween-shaped cookie cutters to make decorating easier!
Cobwebs and Halloween decorations go hand in hand! This easy decoration consists of just two components: thread and sticks. Wrap the thread around a stick frame to create a web-like design, then attach a string for hanging.
Grab different colored paper, cut out designs, and attach them to a string. Just like that, you have a Halloween paper garland!
This is an easy decorating idea if you have a standing lamp in your living room. Simply cover it with a white sheet and add some eyes. Leave the lamp on at night to frighten your family!
Do you love collecting pinecones in autumn? Here's the perfect project for you. Create this cute pinecone hedgehog decoration using these simple steps. First, gather all the pinecones and either stick them together or attach them to a bottle. Use thread to decorate the nose and face, and finally, add the eyes.
Here's another fun toilet paper roll hack. Simply attach pieces of white thread cut into messy strips, then stick on a pair of googly eyes, and you´re done!
Reuse empty toilet or kitchen paper rolls to create some scary monsters! All you will need are paints, paper, a pair of scissors, and some tape or glue. Choose your desired pattern and bring your fun, spooky creations to life!
An easy DIY project to jazz up your Halloween party drinks! All you need is black paper and straws. Cut it into bat wing shapes and punch a hole in the center to slide a straw through. For a fun touch, add glitter to make it sparkle.
Create these quirky skull lanterns using paper. They're perfect for hanging on your balcony. Start by drawing skull faces on the paper, then fold it in half and cut strips in the center, leaving the edges intact. Form the paper into a circular shape and string them for a spooky display.
Here´s an easy gift box idea. Start with a piece of paper and cut it into a four-point star. First, draw a square in the center, then, on two opposite sides, create boxes instead of pointy edges. Join all the pieces together and fill it with homemade treats or candy. Either way, it's perfect for gifting.
Here´s a cute version of a scary mummy! For this craft, use a paper plate and some thread. Punch holes around the edges and weave the thread through each hole. Add some eyes and cut out a mouth, and it's ready to be hung around the house.
This is a fun way to create a Halloween-themed tic-tac-toe game! Simply make a pumpkin-shaped base and draw a grid on it. Then, cut out and decorate monster shapes of your choice, and you´re ready to play.
Here's another planet-friendly project! Reuse some old tins or cans from your house by painting them in fun, bright colors on the inside and outside. Attach some eyes and draw a mouth, and you can use them as flower pots or to store treats.
Simply fold some paper and attach it to a stick to create these quirky faces of your choice. You can hang them around the house or place them in a flower pot!
Here's another cute bat-themed decoration! Find some pinecones and attach paper bat wings along with a pair of googly eyes. This makes a charming decoration or a delightful souvenir to give to guests at your Halloween party.
Create this easy and imaginative greeting card using just your hand! First, draw the outline of your hand on a piece of paper and cut along the lines to create your card. Then, simply paint or draw a monster on it, adding extra cutouts to make it look fun.
This is an easy way to create a paper pumpkin. Simply cut strips of orange paper and punch holes in the center and along the edges. Attach a string in the center and keep adding each edge hole to the center to form a circular dome. Add a face, and you have a delightful paper pumpkin!
DIY some felt monsters! First, cut the felt into the shapes you want for your design. Stitch the pieces together and add cutouts to emphasize the details. These can be made flat or stuffed with cotton for a fun, 3D effect.
Create these cute ghosts using just a napkin and ribbon. First, stuff the napkin with cotton or tissue to form the head, then tie a ribbon around it. Draw a face with a marker, and it's ready! You can hang them individually or as part of a garland.
Make your Halloween party invitations spooky by using your handprint to create spiders!
For this easy decoration, you'll need plastic cups to achieve a translucent effect. Paint the cups in bright colors and draw faces on them. Place a tealight candle inside each upside-down cup, and you'll have some spooky lamps.
Here is a budget-friendly decoration idea: gather some stones from the garden and paint them as your favorite spooky monsters!
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Maple leaves are symbolic of fall, the season when Halloween takes place. Collect fallen maple leaves and paint them white. Once dry, use a black marker or paint to draw spooky faces on them. Hang them on a string or stick them around your home for festive decor.
Collect all your ice cream sticks for this DIY project! Join about 3-4 sticks together and paint them to resemble a monster of your choice. Use paper cutouts to accessorize and enhance your decorations.
Here is a cute DIY version of a bat! All you need is a toilet paper roll, black paint, and paper for the wings. Don't forget to add the vampire fangs.
This activity is a must-do for Halloween! Take your kids pumpkin picking at the farm and let them choose their favorite pumpkin. You can either paint or carve the pumpkins to create the perfect Halloween decorations.
This translucent, spooky-looking ghost is made from gauze bandages, balloons, and starch paste (boil starch powder and water until thick). First, drape the gauze over the balloon in the shape you'd like the ghost to be, then brush the starch paste over it. Let it dry completely, add eyes, and attach a string for hanging.
Here are 30 Halloween craft ideas that you can create with your little ones, or if you're a teacher, you can enjoy these activities with your students. Click through the gallery to get started.
Easy Halloween craft projects for kids
DIY crafts to do with your little ones during spooky season!
LIFESTYLE Parents
Halloween is just around the corner, bringing with it the spooky vibes of the season. Kids are especially excited about dressing up and trick-or-treating, so why not get creative with them in anticipation of the big night?
Here are 30 Halloween craft ideas that you can create with your little ones, or if you're a teacher, you can enjoy these activities with your students. Click through the gallery to get started.