We’re always up for a reason to decorate the home! And as Halloween continues to gain momentum here in Australia, we’re ready to get you into the spooky spirit with these fun and easy Halloween DIY decorations and crafts.
Whether you’re keen to make your DIY debut, or a seasoned pro, you’re sure to find something fa-boo-less to create from our round up of Halloween DIY ideas.
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Spooky ghost lights
Imagine a whole row of these little ghosts along a mantel or window sill! This Why Don’t You Make Me ghost light DIY is a cute clay DIY that the whole family can enjoy!
You could also pop them over a little tea light for a glowing ghost.
Floral painted pumpkins
If bright orange and black decorations aren’t really your thing, maybe a floral touch is what you’re searching for. These beautiful hand painted floral pumpkins keep to the seasonal spirit, but in a prettier way!
Artist Abby uses paper mache pumpkins to ensure they last for years to come. We’ve spied a few ceramic ones at places like Kmart and Spotlight that would also work!
DIY spider web table cloth
Struggling to find the perfect table cloth in store? This affordable Halloween DIY table cloth may be the solution! With a spiderweb design, this tablecloth is the perfect backdrop for all your spooky snacks.
Make your own BOO banner
Another idea to add a sprinkle of Halloween to your walls is this fun little DIY BOO banner from A Beautiful Mess. A simple Halloween decor idea that adds a festive touch without being over the top.
Floating spirit head DIY
Before you think ‘too hard’ or ‘too expensive’, this creepy Halloween DIY decor is made from affordable Styrofoam mannequin heads and cheesecloth fabric. It’s a terrifying idea on a budget!
Find the tutorial to make these cheesecloth ghosts on Martha Stewart. Hang them from a tree or stick them on a branch, the opportunities are endless!
DIY Halloween door mat
A favourite among many of the Style Curators is our DIY Halloween door mat. Costing just over $10, it’s a budget-friendly option that has seen many versions over the years. Read more about Gina’s DIY here.
DIY ghost posts
We love sustainable Halloween ideas, so this easy DIY was a must-add to our Halloween decor guide. Reuse old timber planks and dress them up with different spooky faces.
It’s a simple and affordable DIY idea that you can definitely do with the kids. The best part, they are relatively small and will be easy to pack away for next year! It’s a win-win!
Glowing ghost DIY
Instagram DIY-er Macy Blackwell (@macy.blackwell) shared this simple lit ghost DIY, perfect for enhancing your outdoor Halloween styling. Watch her Instagram reel below to see exactly how she made this simple DIY.
You could also give this version a go — it uses the same basic DIY instructions for the ghosts but pops the twinkly lights in the middle. This one is fun if you’re going for more of a cute and friendly Halloween vibe!
Cute ghost candlestick holders
Ok stop it! These are too cute! We love these ghost candlestick holders from The Handmade Home. Inspired by ones she’d seen in store, but didn’t want to fork out hundreds of dollars, Ashley decided to make her own.
These would be the perfect addition to your Halloween tablescape! You’ll find the step-by-step guide here.
DIY book page ghost garland
If you’re looking to upcycle an old book you have no more use for, this ghost garland DIY by Thistle Key Lane is for you. It only takes a few minutes to make but the outcome is a cute, contemporary garland that’s easy to string up wherever you like.
Spooky balloons (the easiest DIYs in the whole entire world)
These ghost balloons are quite possibly the easiest project on our Halloween DIY ideas list. And yes, it hardly needs a tutorial, but we wanted to include it all the same! We’re here for the crazy and the crazy simple!
These would be a great Halloween craft project for the kids to tackle!
Likewise with these cobweb balloons. Suuuuper simple (but also super effective, don’t you think?). Fake cobwebs are pretty easy to come by in the lead up to Halloween. Check out local craft stores, discount stores or even the big supermarkets.
Gigantic creepy spider DIY
We’re taking it from one extreme to the next! To tackle this Halloween DIY idea, you might need a little more DIY know how than the last one, haha! Each year Sophie from Nesti Studio goes all out on her Halloween decor, and we love seeing what she makes!
This gigantic spider (nicknamed Mavis!) that she made is so, so cool! You can see how she made it over on her Instagram.
Dripping door numbers
Give your front door (or your mailbox!) a creepy upgrade this Halloween season with these dripping door numbers. Using coloured hot glue, the best part about this Halloween DIY is that it simply peels off after the spooky season is over.
Trust Martha Stewart to come up with such a fa-boo-less idea!
Spooky on a budget
Take some recycled bottles, paint them black, add some cheap and cheerful fake cobwebs and a few plain white candles. Halloween decor done. We love Halloween DIY decorations and crafts that can be super easy and super cheap to make.
Boo-cle pumpkin cushion
Boucle, or is it boo-cle 😉 (sorry, we had to!) has been hot for a while now. So how about boucle Halloween decorations?! Yes please!
Using the white ball cushion from Kmart and some jute rope, Jackie created this cute boucle pumpkin cushion. Looks simple enough too!
Spider treat bowl
Whether you’re putting treats out for trick or treaters, or having a spooky spectacular party, you’ll definitely want to make these spider treat bowls from That’s What Che Said.
Cheesecloth ghosts
Who said Halloween decorations had to be scary?! Cause how cute are these little cheesecloth ghosts?! Steph shares this DIY on her blog, Modern Parents Messy Kids.
Ghostly candles
A pack of IKEA candles and a sharpie is all you need for this Halloween DIY decorations and crafts idea. Doesn’t get much simpler than that!
Pool noodles to the rescue
Who knew the humble pool noodle could have so many uses in DIY projects?! The terror-ific display would be great for a front porch display.
Wanna make it? Simply take a bunch of pool noodles and cut them to various heights. Group them together and hot glue to keep them in place. Give them a coat of black spray-paint black and top them off with some flickering, battery operated candles.
Twine pumpkins
Using simple materials like twine and paper roll tubes, these twine pumpkins are too adorable not to make this Halloween. The addition of a cinnamon stick as the pumpkin stalk will give your home a delicious scent too.
Snake wreath
Look, we’re not usually ones for snake decor, except when it’s Halloween! And this snake wreath is actually kinda cool! Using some rubber snakes and black spray paint, you can recreate this spooky door decoration to get you ready to creep out those trick or treaters!
Cotton tip skeleton
Who knew the humble cotton tip could make something so cute?! A fun Halloween DIY decorations and crafts idea to do with the kids is this cotton tip skeleton. You can find the how to know how here.
Have you spotted any more Halloween DIY ideas that we should add to this article? What other spooky crafts or home made decor have you seen and loved?
