30 DIY Halloween Decorations for a Spooktacular Home
Bats, ghosts, spiders, skulls―they're all here!
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For fans of Halloween, decorating for spooky season is one of the best times of the year. Between the indoor decorations and the outdoor decorations, not one inch of the house is spared from delightfully creepy décor, and we're totally here for the fright fest. And while you can absolutely go the store-bought route, there's something so fun about DIY Halloween decorations. You can set your own spooky scene, just the way you want it!
To get your creative juices flowing, we haunted the internet for you and found easy Halloween decorating ideas to try this year. There are plenty of Halloween crafts to be sure, like glow-in-the-dark pumpkins and a giant spider web made out of a hula hoop. But there are also some last-minute Halloween decorations like adding some faux cobwebs or magnetic spiders to your existing fall décor ideas that will spook things right up in no time at all.
And of course, not everything is as creepy crawly if that's not your thing! There are more colorful ideas like a berry wreath featuring pops of purple, the cutest hanging ghosts in retro prints, and piles of gourd-geous pumpkin decorating ideas that you can put up at any point this fall. Between the Halloween mantel décor, centerpieces for your festive table, and garlands to greet all your guests, you'll be so glad you went this spooktacular with your space on October 31.
Why stop there? Keep the fright fest going:
Concrete Pumpkins
Placing pumpkins on your doorstep or porch is a classic idea. But make them out of concrete and you'll never have to worry about them rotting or being eaten by a wayward creature. Plus, the neutral palette means you can keep them out through November.
Get the tutorial at One Little Project.
Spiderweb Punch Needle Rug
This spiderweb rug is a little bit spooky but just the right amount of adorable to greet your guests. It would also make a cute kitchen or bathroom rug if you want to add accents around the house.
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Minimal Halloween Frame TV Art
Make your TV do the work for you! Instead of showing a scary movie, turn your tube into still wall art. You can choose from any number of minimalist yet on-theme options.
See more at Almost Makes Perfect.
Boo Banner
Break out that Cricut cutter and grab some cardstock, because you're about to make the a super fun and slightly dizzying banner. All you really need are three letters to evoke Halloween: boo!
Get the tutorial at Blooming Homestead.
Paper Bag Witch Hat
Wait, you can make an adult decorative craft from a paper bag? Yes! The result is rustic and charming, perfect for displaying on a mantel, shelf, or table.
Get the tutorial at DIY Beautify.
Papier Mâché Pumpkin Bucket
If the Halloween parties of yesteryear have some appeal, this vintage-inspired project is the perfect idea! Make your own papier-mâché pumpkin using a dollar store bucket and craft supplies.
Get the tutorial at The Merrythought.
Spooky Halloween Front Porch
Equal parts wicked and welcoming, this front porch will be so inviting to all your guests and trick-or-treaters. And it takes just five simple steps to complete.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Framed Pumpkin Halloween Décor
Not only is this fun wall art perfectly festive, but it only costs about $15 to make, too! And if you want to make it a little more whimsical, all you have to do is add a jack-o'-lantern face.
Get the tutorial at Craftaholics Anonymous.
Halloween Terrarium
Add a little bit of spookiness to a pretty terrarium for a unique take on holiday décor. All it really takes is a little paint to create a hauntingly cute ghost on a rock.
Get the tutorial at Sustain My Craft Habit.
Modern Halloween Candle Decor
Spiders, spiders, everywhere! When you put them on the candles and on the candle holders, they are creepy and crawly, yet somehow elegant and modern at the same time.
Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.
Mix and Match Pumpkins
What we love about this setup is that you can put it out at any point during the fall and it will still feel right for Halloween. Using a mix of real, faux, and candle pumpkins in various shades feels really modern. Light the candles for a spookier scene.
Spooky Floral Arragement
Want to have some frightening florals? Use moody colors and a few skeleton hands popping out. Paired with a tablescape featuring skulls and a very well-placed knife, you'll surely add a little fright to your fest.
Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.
Copper Foil Halloween Garland
Minimalist yet still quite festive, this adorable garland will look just as lovely hanging on a wall as it would off a mantel. It won't take long to make either if you have a Cricut cutter.
Get the tutorial at Lemon Thistle.
Potion Centerpiece
Grab whatever empty bottles and jars you have around the house! Because all you have to do is label them with all the spooky ingredients you might need for a potion and set them up together for a fun, decorative centerpiece.
Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.
Shadowbox Pumpkins
Carve out the center of faux pumpkins and build eery scenes to place inside. Add tea lights to finish the look. Bonus: Get the kind that flicker to make it extra spooky.
Get the tutorial at Crazy Little Projects.
Pumpkin-Filled Fireplace
An easy way to feel festive? Pile up the pumpkins! Simply add a string of bats to make it feel more Halloween than fall. Opting for a range of colors gives it more dimension.
Get the tutorial at Studio DIY.
Skeleton Wall Art
Why go with one type of skeleton when you can have a bunch to really set the scene? Pop a little orange in between the black and white to finish off the look.
Get the tutorial at Alice & Lois.
Black and White Mantel
We love the country chic feel of this black and white gingham setup! Add stripes and silver pumpkins, and your mantel will be the most unique on the block.
Get the tutorial at Landeelu.
'The Witch Is In' Pumpkin
How cute would this pumpkin be as a welcome to anyone who (dares!) enter your front door? You could totally turn it around when you're not home, too! Now grab that glue gun and let them know the witch is in.
Get the tutorial at Average But Inspired.
Paper Bats
Let's face it: Adding bats anywhere in the house is probably one of the easiest ways to make it feel like Halloween. Even easier is the fact that you can download a template and cut them out in a matter of minutes.
Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
AnnMarie Mattila is the Senior Editor for The Pioneer Woman, covering a wide range of topics from food and cooking to home, beauty, style, and more.
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