Ghost Night LightAdd some cuteness to your night lights. Since it's Halloween time, I guess this won't be too scary for the kids if displayed at night. Gather some clean white bond paper and create this simple figure to decorate your mini night lights.
Floating Fabric GhostThis is a simple way to make a really cool ghost decoration for the Halloween season. When it's all done, it's just the fabric that's standing up on its own; it does not need any support. All you need is thin fabric, starch, and some objects from around the house to build upon. I used a slightly heavy linen-like cheese cloth, but you can use any thin fabric you can find.
Kid's Fall Owl Decor CraftBefore tossing out your raked leaves, you can make this fun owl decor piece. it is very easy and fun to make with simple supplies - construction paper, googly eyes, scissors, and glue!
Fall/Halloween Candy BouquetI just loved this craft when searching for crafts for the Fall Festival I am working on. This is the easiest craft I have ever made! And it is fun! Kids can certainly do this craft with ease. Watch and see. Everything for this craft was purchased at The Dollar Tree Store. It is my first place to shop.
Halloween Hand PuppetLet's include this project in your Halloween party plans. Make hand puppets to enjoy during your family gathering as you celebrate Spooky night. These are not really that scary, but are fun to play with kids around.
Making a 'You're My Boo' Halloween CardMy friends and I call each other "boo" as terms of endearment. It's said that it's derived from the French word, "beau". I thought it would be cute to make them cards for Halloween featuring loving ghosts saying, "You're my boo!" Get it? Boo! This is easy to make and great for close friends or other halves.
Paper Ghost BannerTime for holloween decorations! Let your kids participate in this super easy craft. Make as many as you can to decorate your homes and yards with ghost banners.
Halloween Toothbrush Spray PaintingSpray paint can be expensive. When you have something simple to do with your kid and you need spray paint but you can't afford one, use a clean old toothbrush. Today, I'm teaching Halloween arts using the effect of stencils and a toothbrush.
Spooky Halloween Worm BrowniesThese Halloween brownies are easy to decorate and are perfect for any Halloween gathering. The cyclops gummy worms look like they are going to slither right on out of the brownie and are sure to excite young and old alike.
Dollar Tree Witch HatMake this cute and easy witch with materials from the Dollar Store. This is a great project to do with a couple of friends to share supply costs.
Fall Illuminated BagsI found this craft on Amazon, but then put my own special fall touches on them. I am on a craft committee for a fall fair at my church and thought these illuminated bags can be used throughout fall, Halloween, and on through Thanksgiving. This is an easy non time consuming craft.
Haunted Tree DecorationThis is a simple Halloween decoration made with cardboard and paint, that will cost almost nothing to create. Stick it up onto a tree in your yard for all the trick or treaters to see.
Pipe Cleaner Pumpkin CraftThis is a sweet little pumpkin you can make with some coloured pipe cleaners. It's soft, fuzzy, and super cute. This is a great all-ages craft.
Raven Masquerade CostumeYou can make your own fabulous raven masquerade costume for fractions upon fractions of what you'd have to pay for one in a specialty costume shop. I added a boa and feathers onto long black gloves, onto some fabric, and spruced up a cheap 99 cent store mask. It's so rewarding to make your own costume.
Converting a Shark Halloween CostumeLast year, I made a shark jacket costume. Fast forward to this new year, I was able to revamp the shark costume to suit my toddler. She wants to be a shark for Halloween inspired by her current favorite song Baby Shark.
Last Minute Spider Face MaskDo you still need a last minute and easy costume? I made this spider mask since it was requested I wear something too while taking the kids trick or treating around the block.
Milk Jug SkullsIt's fun to have lots of skulls around for Halloween decorations, so why not make your own? Using empty one-gallon plastic milk, water, or juice jugs makes it super cheap. Please do this craft outside with a mask on.
Dollar Tree Tiny Pot Scrubber PumpkinsWith just 5 things from the Dollar Tree, you can make 2 or 3 cute little pumpkins!
Cardboard Halloween Pumpkin and GhostAre you on a budget this Halloween? Or want a mess free way of carving a pumpkin? You can recycle any cardboard boxes you may have laying around. I was able to make this pumpkin and ghost carving with an X-acto knife. Inside you can use a flashlight or LED candle.
Black Lace and White Ribbon PumpkinI have wanted to cover a pumpkin in lace since I saw one using an old pair of lacy hose. I finally just stopped and did it.
Yarn Ball Spider Egg SacsI have a bowl full of decorative balls on my TV table throughout the year. I decided that this year I wanted to put seasonal items in the bowl. I found this awesome gold spider and instantly knew what to make for my bowl!
Hot Glue Spiderweb BowlThis spiderweb bowl is very easy to make. All you need is a bowl and hot glue. Painting it is optional. I love how sturdy it is. It holds my Halloween treats just fine!
Salt Spider Web PaintingThis is a fun activity for the kids to play with. And especially if you don't have glitter on hand, you can use salt as a cheaper alternative and some water colors, or acrylic paint mixed with water.
Spiderweb NecklaceI've always been intrigued by the beauty of spiderwebs. I don't find them creepy or gross, but if you do, Halloween is a good time to have them around! This necklace is super easy to make. I made mine cover my entire neck to wear with a long black dress. You can adjust the vertical measurements to make yours shorter.
Green Apple MonstersAren't these little monsters adorable? They're mostly fruit, so you won't feel too bad munching on them. Play around with their teeth and eye spacing to give them each some character. After slicing the apples, this would be a great edible craft for kids. Have fun!
Halloween Tin Can LanternsPut your old tin cans to use is by turning them into lanterns. Simply punch holes into them, then place candles or LED lights inside. If your tin cans are on the thin side, before starting, fill the cans with water then freeze overnight. This will keep the cans from bending when you're punching holes into them.
Fun Halloween Bathroom DecorMake your family members and houseguests giggle in the bathroom with these Halloween inspired mummies and ghost. Empty toilet paper roll mummies lead them to think they're out of luck, but a ghost is there to tell them they can "Poo!"
The Little Punk'in Who Could!Making the second foam pumpkin brought out the Punk' in me. I love the way it turned out.
Embellish a Dollar Tree PumpkinI love the little foam pumpkins I get at the Dollar Tree. But let's face it, they are pretty "uninspired".
Halloween Seasonal FrameThis is a cute and easy seasonal Halloween frame you could make. Display your child's photos in here, or add a magnet to the back of the craft stick to hang on the fridge, or on a white board (to count down the days of Halloween).
How to Make Hot Glue SpidersHalloween is right around the corner. You can make inexpensive spider decor with just hot glue and acrylic paint!
How to Make Halloween ManikinsI live on an island and unfortunately it is very hard to get decorations for Halloween. Therefore, I found a way around all this and made my own. Each year our markets will sell a few things for the kids to enjoy Halloween.
Bottle Cap Pumpkin StampingThe pumpkin theme is definitely my favorite for fall, in the classroom. After providing real pumpkins for hands on exploration, I give the students many opportunities to paint with fall colors and different types of materials. One of the most adorable crafts has to be these pumpkins painted using soda bottle caps.
Halloween Explosion CardHalloween is just some weeks away and maybe you are preparing for a Halloween party. Here's a simple card craft you can make as either an invitation or a greeting card.
Spiderweb Display SignThis is a recycled spiderweb/spider sign I made from recycle items I had saved. This pizza cardboard circle is transformed into this Halloween sign. All the items I used were free or items I already had at home.
Hanging Paper PumpkinsI love these pumpkins because they have a lovely vintage feel to them. When hung, they cast pretty shadows and show many dimensions whilst gently spinning. This is a great craft for all ages for the entire autumn season.
Pumpkin GarlandHere is a simple and easy to make pumpkin garland for fall and Halloween. It is perfect for decorating your fireplace area, or to use as table, party, or home decorations.
Silhouette Pumpkin Halloween CardThis would make a cute Happy Halloween greeting card to a teacher. It is an easy to make card, and I was able to recycle a piece of cardboard packaging, a magazine, plus all the ribbon sticker was from last year's Michael's Grab Bag.
Floating Ink Ghost RaceThis is a fun racing game you can make with markers, water, a plate and straws. Objects drawn in dry erase markers can float on water when done properly, and it makes for an awesome race. Just blow at your drawings with straws and watch them speed across your water-filled plate.
Spooky CandlesThis is a super cheap and fun way to make spooky looking candles for Halloween. All you need is some cardboard tubes from toilet paper, hot glue, paint, and battery operated votives. You can paint them any colour you'd like. I went with black for a Black and White ball I am hosting.
Easy Pumpkin DecoratingI started this project because I volunteer at a senior center. I do arts & crafts with them there and have great fun. I am very limited in what they can use such as, hot glue, sharp scissors, or certain types of paints and most of all, carving! So this is what I came up with. This is also great for young children.
Jack o'Lantern Foam Pumpkin FacesI don't decorate for Halloween, but I know a lot of people do. So Jack O'Lanterns are so popular. Being on a budget, I thought "What could the kids do with their parents or older siblings"? I came up with this.
Decorative Halloween StonesI love these Halloween decorations because you can find any shape of stone laying around, and figure out what spooky character you want it to be. My previous decorative stones needed ovals and wedges (watermelon stones) and perfectly round ones (ladybug stones), but with this, anything goes.
Plastic Bottle TiaraOne of my nieces wants to be a princess for Halloween, so a princess she shall be. Okay, a pennies-on-the-dollar Attosa princess. (Side note: I was named after a princess, so I think you should trust me with this craft!) I took an empty 2-liter bottle, dazzled it with glitter, and cut it to shape.
Jack-'o-Lantern Painted Wine BottlesWe have a love for wine! Often we have leftover bottles that get trashed. So hmmmmm, maybe an art piece. Because it's fall time, I wanted to tie my art to a fall piece.
Tulle Masquerade MaskYou can make a beautiful sheer masquerade mask using tulle, puffy paint, and some glitter. Use the mask template I've provided and get creative with your design. This is a fun craft for all ages.
Red Fairy CostumeRecently, I had the opportunity to attend Fairieworlds, which takes place not too far from my home. It is an all-ages art and music festival where everyone is encouraged to dress up. I put together this outfit from a dress I already had and maybe $10 of dollar store craft items. I felt very cute and comfortable the entire afternoon.
Halloween "Trick or Treat" CardI just love smiling ghosts, as opposed to creepy grumpy ones! :D They are so cute, and have been an icon for Halloween for decades. You can make this vertical-standing card if you don't have a ghost stamp like I used here. I've attached a ghost and "trick or treat" wording print-out if you'd like to use them.
Lego Brick Halloween CostumesWe had to get creative this year for Halloween costumes. These were very simple to make. Using a hot glue gun, attach small butter bowls to a cardboard box. Cut out holes for your arms. Spray paint and you are done.
Halloween Rice BallsI love making Japanese rice balls (Onigiri). In Japan, it's very popular to go all out decorating rice balls any time of year. Over here, I do it more for Halloween. Enjoy this edible craft!
"Handy" SnacksThis "handy" snack was always my mum's lovely way of trying to give us something healthier than candy on Halloween. It is cute in a spooky way, and that always makes up for the lack of chocolate. Okay, part of the time!
Tissue Paper Ghosts DecorThis ghost project was essentially free because I made it with items already at home. These ghosts would be ideal as indoor decorations. However, if you want to use them as decorations outside your home - I would recommend decorating on Halloween night because the cold air or mist won't do well with tissue paper.
Golden Girl Beneath My Skin CostumeI've seen a lot of creepy, gory costumes using a zipper and special effects kits to make people look like they have zombies underneath their unzipped skin. My costume this year is a take on that, but showing that under my skin, I am a girl made of gold.
"Up" Old Man Halloween CostumeMy son was the old man from the movie "Up" when he was 16 months old. It was a fairly simple costume to put together. I was really happy with the results.
Halloween Frankenstein Soda Bottle CraftThis Frankenstein Sprite bottle is a fun way to decorate for a Halloween party.
Pumpkin DecorLast minute on Halloween decorating? This is a cute, fun, and simple alternative to pumpkin carving, plus great for all ages (especially kids).
Halloween Mummy Jar DecorationThis is an easy recycled Halloween craft. Use old glass food jars to make these cute mummy jars. You can put a candle inside or fill it with candy corn.
Halloween Mummy Juice BoxMake lunches more fun with these cute mummy juice boxes! These are also great for a kid's Halloween party. They are quick and simple to make.
Fruit MonstersHere is a cute craft for all ages. After these little guys scare you, you can eat them! Even better, if you don't eat them, they'll wither and look all the scarier. ;)
Yarn Bombed PumpkinThis was a labor of love, but I am happy with how it came out. With some yarn, hot glue, and a faux pumpkin you too can make one like this. I saw these on Pinterest, but I make mine crochet rather than with single strands of yarn.
Tissue Paper Covered Jack-o-Lantern Treat CupThis is an easy to do craft for children or adults who appreciate a reminder of the Halloween season. These cute little cups are so easy to make and can sit around anywhere. You can fill them with candy and other edible foods. Enjoy one during the Halloween season and make one up for a friend.
Crochet Yarn PumpkinsToday I did two pumpkin crafts from yarn that were fun and are very easy. For one, you don't even need to know how to crochet.
Baby Girl Puppy Halloween CostumeThis is a cute and comfortable Halloween costume for a baby. It is a baby girl puppy and to make it extra girly, there is an optional tulle skirt and the ears are a headband.
Shark CostumeIt could be cold while trick or treating or going to the pumpkin patch. With this shark costume, you're essentially using any gray sweater your child owns and some felt - very inexpensive and perhaps even using items you may already own at home! Preferably use a sweater that your child is about to outgrow.
Halloween GhostI've seen these ghosts on YouTube. They are very cute! You can also make several little ones, just use a smaller bottle and balloons.
Flash Superhero Cape for HalloweenThe Halloween costumes in stores are hard for toddlers to take off while at school, or not as comfortable to be worn all day at school. This is an easy, comfortable, and inexpensive Superhero Flash cape costume.
Repurposed Helium Tank Jack-o-LanternFor parties I love those helium tanks that you can purchase and create your own balloon design from your home. I have used that for several functions.The problem was the empty tank. I decided to turn my tank into art! With spray paint and craft paints, I made a character piece for my yard.
Scrap Wood Halloween DecorationsWe had a lot of scrap wood pieces left from many projects. I was really careful after cutting to pick up the scraps and save them. With these and things you mostly have on hand you can create some fun Halloween decorative pieces.
Cardboard Tube PumpkinHalloween is on its way! Here is a cute pumpkin craft that will cost next to nothing to make. It uses just a few household items including the cardboard tubes from inside toilet paper rolls. This is a great fall craft for all ages.
Pumpkin GolfHere is a great game for a school Halloween party! Kids are sure to love this version of miniature golf.
Keepsake Handprint PumpkinHere is a great way to make a jack-o-lantern with your little one that you can enjoy for many years. This carved foam pumpkin is a great way to preserve their little handprints along with their name.
DIY Halloween and Thanksgiving Treat ContainersThese little treat containers are so easy to make with a bit of construction paper. Make a pumpkin for Halloween using paper strips, then easily convert to a Thanksgiving turkey. Happy Halloween and Gobble Gobble! :)
Spooky Lacy FramesI recently moved an etegere' from my bathroom. This left a place where there was nothing there and that is not allowed in my home!
Faux Books for HalloweenI wanted a stack of old books as a prop with my Halloween decorations, but all of the ones I found were too expensive. Then I saw these at the craft store, they are actually boxes. They are perfect and easily customizable.
Stacked Pumpkin TreeI found these neat paper mache pumpkins and wanted to use them on my fireplace mantel. I decided to make them into a stacking "tree".
Wooden Halloween LettersI made these customized letters for my fireplace mantel. I love how they turned out!
Halloween Mantel PennantsI love Halloween fabric and am always looking for crafts to make with it. This is the newest item I have made to dress up my fireplace mantel! I absolutely love it!
Puffy Cotton Ball GhostWhether you are a parent or teacher, you are constantly on the look-out for activities for the kids to do. Here is a super easy Halloween craft for preschoolers and toddlers. You simply use cotton balls to create a ghost!
Toilet Paper Roll BatsThis craft is a great use for empty toilet paper rolls. These can be used to hold candy, or suspended by a string as a decoration. Depending upon their age, children can help.
Pumpkin CraftWhy let a roll of toilet paper be plain when it can turn into a pumpkin? In this cute kid's craft, a plastic table cover (that costs $1.00), and a piece of notebook paper colored green, becomes a cute pumpkin. You can also use material as the cover.
Giving Plastic Pumpkins A Stone LookI wanted Halloween planters. My budget was small, but I had an idea to create this look with paints. I found these very inexpensive pumpkin buckets at Walmart for $1. I also had a large pumpkin bucket that was purchased at a thrift store, also for $1.
Recycle Hanging Baskets for HalloweenMy flowers that I purchased in white hanging baskets were at the end of their season. Now I have these hanging baskets that need a new use and upgrade. With Halloween/fall approaching, this is an upgrade for all those left over pots.
"BOO" Pumpkin SignGet ready for Halloween with this awesome 3-D sign! It was a great way to use all of those cool Halloween scrapbooking papers that I keep buying with no project in mind.
Feathered Halloween WreathThis wreath can have a multi purpose if you choose. Because it is almost fall, the Dollar store has Halloween and fall items in stock. I found these great feather boas at the dollar store along with a black bird, colorful broom, hat, etc.
Halloween Scarf WreathI have a project that is fun for all ages and cheap! It starts off with all of my items purchased at the Dollar Store.
Paper Plate Jack-O'-LanternPaper plate Jack-o'-lanterns are a fun, kid-friendly project to make at home or at school.
Felt Kitty EarsMy daughter wanted to be a kitty along with her baby brother for Halloween this year. So I decided to make felt kitty costumes for them. The ears turned out really cute and were easily customizable.
Felt Kitty Tail and PawsTwo of my kids went at kitties for Halloween this year. To go with their ears, I made these easy tails and paws to complete their costumes.
Cat Food Trick-or-Treat BagMy daughter went as a kitty for Halloween this year. I wanted to make has a coordinating trick-or-treat bag, so I made her this quick and easy "cat food" bag!
Tuna Can Trick-Or-Treat BucketMy toddler was a kitty for Halloween, so I decided to make him a "tuna can" treat bucket!
No-Sew Felt Mouse EarsWe were in need of some last minute costumes this year. One of the ones I made were these no-sew mouse ears.
Jack-O'-Lantern Candy BowlThis awesome jack-o'-lantern candy bowl is way more fun than a plain bowl and can be reused every year!
Veggie MonstersHere's an all natural, cheap, fun way to make jack-o-lantern type monsters with items in your kitchen and scraps from your garden.
Candy Corn Table MatAfter making a candy corn pot holder I decided to use some of the leftover fabric to make a larger version that can be used as a table mat.
Paper Plate Candy Corn GarlandIf you are looking for a simple and fun decoration to make for Halloween, try this paper plate candy corn garland!
Halloween Pom Pom TopiaryThis awesome Halloween topiary is easy to make and can easily be customized!
Halloween Pom Pom GarlandThis fun garland is created with homemade pom poms and fancy paper drinking straws!
Pom Pom PumpkinMy little guy loves "punkees", but most pumpkin items aren't really appropriate for a toddler. I made him this pom pom pumpkin and he seems to really enjoy it!
Pill Bottle PumpkinsThese pill bottle pumpkins make perfect little treat holders! They make great gifts or party favors.
Ice Princess CostumeA pretty, glittery costume for your favorite girl. It's easy to make and economical. I made it in white, but you could make it any color you want.
Halloween Mummy Gift BagsThis should take little time and the materials you probably have at home. Be prepared for lots of smiles!
Dalmation Halloween CostumeMy son won a prize for this costume. It is very easy to make and costs very little.
VooDoo Doll WreathThis colorful wreath is a great way to use up bits of felt and yarn! Get creative and make your own voodoo wreath.
