Easy Halloween Crafts to Do This Weekend
Halloween weekend is almost here, and if you’re looking for fun, simple, and spooky activities to do at home, crafting is the perfect way to celebrate! Whether you’re working with kids, teens, or even doing a little DIY for yourself, these ideas are quick to set up, require minimal supplies, and can be enjoyed by everyone. Best of all, they bring Halloween magic into your home without stress or mess.
This guide will not only give you step-by-step instructions for easy crafts but also tips to make them more engaging, creative variations, and ideas for displaying your finished projects.
👻 1. Paper Ghost Garland
Supplies Needed:
White paper or cardstock
Pencil
Black marker
Scissors
Yarn, twine, or string
Tape or small clothespins
Instructions:
Draw ghost shapes on your paper—classic sheet ghosts or fun cartoonish ones.
Cut out each ghost carefully.
Use a black marker to draw cute or spooky faces. Encourage kids to experiment with silly expressions or fangs!
Punch a small hole at the top of each ghost, or tape them to a string.
String them together using yarn or twine and hang across a mantle, window, doorway, or wall.
Cozy Twist:
Crumple tissue paper behind each ghost to create a floating, 3D effect.
Variations:
Use colored paper for a rainbow ghost garland.
Add tiny felt or glitter accessories like bows, hats, or stars.
🕸️ 2. Cotton Ball Spider Webs
Supplies Needed:
Cotton balls
Black construction paper
Glue
Paper or plastic spiders
Optional: glitter, sequins
Instructions:
Stretch cotton balls gently to create web strands.
Glue them onto black construction paper in a radial web pattern.
Add spiders crawling across the web.
Pro Tip:
Sprinkle a little glitter on the web for a magical, shimmering effect. Kids love seeing their webs sparkle in light!
Variations:
Use string or yarn for a sturdier web you can hang in windows or from the ceiling.
Add glow-in-the-dark paint for a spooky nighttime effect.
🎃 3. Pumpkin Painting
Supplies Needed:
Mini pumpkins
Washable paints or markers
Brushes
Optional: stickers, glitter, or googly eyes
Instructions:
Wipe down pumpkins and let them dry.
Paint simple faces, monsters, or whimsical designs.
Allow to dry completely before displaying.
Fun Twist:
Paint several pumpkins to create a pumpkin family.
Try painting patterns like stripes, polka dots, or stars instead of faces.
Variation for Adults:
Use metallic paints for a chic Halloween display.
🦇 4. Toilet Paper Roll Bats
Supplies Needed:
Empty toilet paper rolls
Black paint or paper
Paper wings
Googly eyes
Glue
Instructions:
Paint rolls black and let them dry.
Cut wings from construction paper and attach them with glue.
Glue on googly eyes.
Hang them upside down to mimic bats sleeping in a cave.
Creative Ideas:
Add little fangs, capes, or bows to make each bat unique.
Use them to decorate stair railings or shelves.
🕯️ 5. Mason Jar Lanterns
Supplies Needed:
Mason jars or empty glass jars
Paints (orange, white, green, or purple)
Black marker
Tea lights or LED candles
Instructions:
Paint the jars in your chosen color and let dry.
Draw spooky faces or Halloween patterns.
Place a candle inside and enjoy the warm glow.
Fun Ideas:
Orange jars = Jack-o’-lanterns 🎃
Green jars = Frankenstein 💚
White jars = Ghosts 👻
Line them along a porch or mantle for a magical display.
💀 6. Q-Tip Skeletons
Supplies Needed:
Q-tips
Black construction paper
Glue
Marker
Instructions:
Arrange Q-tips to form arms, legs, and ribcage.
Use a small circle for the skull and draw on a spooky or silly face.
Glue everything down.
Fun Twist:
Make an entire skeleton family doing different poses — dancing, waving, or holding tiny props.
Try adding glitter or tiny fabric pieces for clothing.
🧙 7. Witch Hat Bookmarks
Supplies Needed:
Black paper or cardstock
Scissors
Glue
Colored paper for bands and buckles
Instructions:
Cut small triangles for the hat top.
Add a paper band and buckle.
Glue to a strip of cardstock to create a bookmark.
Extra Fun:
Make mini bookmarks for each family member.
Decorate with glitter or stickers for a whimsical touch.
🪨 8. Monster Rocks
Supplies Needed:
Smooth rocks
Paint and brushes
Googly eyes
Markers
Instructions:
Collect smooth rocks on a nature walk.
Paint them into fun or silly monsters.
Hide them around the house or garden for a Halloween scavenger hunt.
Twist Ideas:
Paint glowing monsters using neon or glow-in-the-dark paint.
Turn rocks into tiny Halloween pets — cats, ghosts, or pumpkins.
🖌 Bonus Craft Ideas to Try
1. Paper Plate Pumpkins
Use paper plates, paint, and markers to make large pumpkin faces for walls or doors.
2. Spider Pom-Poms
Create fuzzy spiders using black yarn pom-poms and pipe cleaner legs. Hang from string around the room.
3. Bat Garland
Cut bat shapes from black cardstock and string them together for a hanging garland.
4. Ghost Luminaries
Wrap white fabric or tissue around jars or cups and draw spooky faces for glowing ghost lights.
🧁 Fun Tips for a Cozy Crafting Weekend
Lay down newspaper or a disposable tablecloth for easy cleanup.
Play Halloween-themed music to set the mood.
Encourage creativity — there’s no wrong way to craft!
Have snacks and warm drinks nearby to keep everyone happy.
Display finished crafts on mantles, shelves, or windowsills for instant festive ambiance.
🎃 Incorporating Learning and Play
For kids, crafting can be both fun and educational:
Fine Motor Skills: Cutting, gluing, and painting help develop hand-eye coordination.
Color Recognition: Experimenting with paints and paper colors is a subtle learning activity.
Storytelling: Encourage kids to make up backstories for their monsters, ghosts, or skeleton families.
🕷 Safety Tips for Younger Kids
Always supervise scissors, glue guns, and small parts.
Use washable paints to prevent messes.
Ensure tiny pieces are not left on the floor, as they can be choking hazards.
🌙 Creating a Cozy Halloween Atmosphere at Home
Dim the lights and light your Mason jar lanterns for a spooky but cozy vibe.
Hang your garlands, bats, and ghost decorations strategically for a magical effect.
Add soft Halloween-themed cushions, blankets, or pumpkins to make the space feel festive.
🧡 Final Thoughts
Crafting is one of the simplest ways to bring Halloween magic into your home, especially when time is limited. These easy projects:
Keep kids entertained
Encourage creativity
Add whimsical charm to your home
Whether you focus on one craft or try them all, a weekend of DIY Halloween fun creates memories, laughter, and a cozy festive atmosphere.
Grab your supplies, gather the family, and let your Halloween creativity flow! 🎃
