As autumn’s chill fills the air and Halloween draws near, it’s the perfect time to dive into some spooky DIY ghost crafts! Whether you’re sprucing up your home with festive decor or wowing guests at your Halloween party, these charming ghostly creations are sure to impress. From whimsical rope ghosts to upcycled milk jug lanterns, these ideas will add a touch of boo-tiful magic to your Halloween celebrations.
Milk Jug Halloween Lanterns
Turn old milk jugs into charming Halloween lanterns with this simple and eco-friendly craft! These lanterns are perfect for lighting up your home or yard with spooky, creative flair.
SUPPLIES
- Empty milk jugs (rinsed and dried)
- Permanent markers (e.g., Sharpies)
- Battery-operated fairy lights (mini size)
- Scissors
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the Milk Jugs: Thoroughly clean the milk jugs and let them dry completely.
- Create an Opening: Use scissors to cut a hole in the back of each jug. The size and shape of the hole can vary depending on the type of fairy lights you’re using.
- Add Ghostly Faces: Use permanent markers to draw spooky or funny faces on the front of the jugs. Let your creativity shine by creating unique expressions for each lantern.
- Insert the Lights: Thread the battery-operated fairy lights through the hole in the back of each jug, arranging them inside for an even glow.
- Display Your Lanterns: Turn on the lights, and place the lanterns along walkways, on porches, or as indoor decorations to brighten up your Halloween setup.
These upcycled milk jug lanterns are a fun, sustainable way to add some ghostly charm to your Halloween festivities!
Tomato Cage Ghosts
These DIY tomato cage ghosts are an easy and creative way to bring a spooky glow to your porch. Perfect for Halloween, they’re a fun project that transforms ordinary gardening supplies into ghostly decorations!
SUPPLIES
- Tomato cage
- White sheet
- Fairy lights or Christmas lights
- Styrofoam ball or plastic pumpkin pail (for the ghost’s head)
- Black paper (for eyes and mouth)
- Hot glue gun
- Tape or clips
INSTRUCTIONS
- Assemble the Base: Place a styrofoam ball or plastic pumpkin pail on top of the tomato cage to form the ghost’s head. Secure it with tape if needed.
- Add Lights: Attach fairy lights or Christmas lights to the tomato cage with tape or twist ties. Wrap the lights around the cage for an even glow.
- Drape the Sheet: Cover the cage and head with a white sheet, ensuring it drapes evenly around the base. Trim off any excess fabric for a neat look.
Secure the sheet at the back with a clip or by tying it snugly to hold it in place.
- Create the Ghost Face: Cut out ovals and other shapes from black paper to make the ghost’s eyes and mouth.
Attach the face pieces to the sheet with hot glue.
- Display Your Ghost: Turn on the lights and place your ghost on the porch for a glowing, spooky decoration that’s sure to impress trick-or-treaters and guests alike.
For added fun, make a group of these ghosts to haunt your porch in style!
Ghost Lollipops
These cute and spooky ghost lollipops are a perfect treat for kids, a charming table decoration, or a delightful Halloween favor for trick-or-treaters.
SUPPLIES
- Lollipops
- White tissue paper sheets
- Halloween-themed ribbon
- Black marker
- Scissors
INSTRUCTIONS
- Prepare the Tissue Paper:
Cut a long sheet of tissue paper in half, then fold it repeatedly until it forms a small square. - Create the Ghost Shape:
Place the tissue paper over a lollipop, centering it to form the ghost’s head. Pinch the tissue tightly around the top of the lollipop. - Tie the Ribbon:
Secure the tissue paper below the lollipop head with a Halloween ribbon. Tie it snugly to hold the ghost shape in place. - Add the Face:
Using a black marker, draw two circles for eyes and one for the mouth on the tissue paper to give your ghost a spooky expression.
These ghost lollipops are quick, easy, and guaranteed to add some hauntingly sweet charm to your Halloween!
Rope Ghost
Create this charming rope ghost to bring a spooky yet stylish touch to your Halloween decor. Perfect for hanging on walls or doors, you can even craft a whole ghostly family for a cohesive look!
SUPPLIES
- 10mm rope (Dollar Tree or similar)
- Glue gun
- Cardboard (for shaping the ghost head)
- Black fabric or felt (for eyes and mouth)
- Scissors
INSTRUCTIONS
- Make the Ghost Head Base:
Draw a circle on a piece of cardboard and cut it in half to create two half-circles.
Glue the two halves together to make a sturdy base. Trim any uneven edges.
- Attach the First Layer of Rope:
Lay a piece of rope along the edges of the half-circle and glue it securely in place.
- Add Rope Layers:
Loop additional pieces of rope from the top edge to the bottom, cutting each to size.
Continue layering and gluing the rope until the cardboard is fully covered.
- Finish the Base:
Glue down the middle section of the ropes to hide any visible cardboard.
- Add Fringe:
Untangle the ends of the rope along the edges to create a soft, fringed look.
- Create the Ghost Face:
Cut out small oval shapes for the eyes and a larger, roundish shape for the mouth from black fabric or felt.
Glue them onto the front of the ghost to complete the spooky expression.
Your rope ghost is now ready to haunt your home! Hang it on your wall or door, or craft a few more to create a ghostly gallery.
Milk jug ghost faces
Ghost Out of Logs
Milk ghosts
Tomato Cage Ghosts
ghost milk bottles
Wooden Ghosts
Drape tulle to make a hauntingly good ghost display for your porch
Cotton wool ghost
ghost faces on single-serve vanilla puddings
Cheese ghosts
Turn wood blocks into ghosts
Jars transformed into Halloween Ghosts using gauze and googly eyes
The Boo’s Brothers! Halloween Ghosts
ghost water bottles
Ghost pretzels
barnwood ghosts!
Turn a sheet into a ghost
Nutter butter ghosts and witches hats
Ghost, Frankenstein, Jack-o-lantern made from recycled fence post.
Gnome ghost
Tomato Cage Ghost Crafts
CONCLUSION
These DIY ghost crafts are not only fun to make but also a great way to add a spooky and personal touch to your Halloween decorations. From upcycled lanterns to glowing porch ghosts, these creative projects bring charm and festive vibes to your celebrations. Whether you’re crafting with kids or adding a unique flair to your home, these ideas are sure to inspire. So, gather your supplies, unleash your creativity, and let the Halloween spirit take over!
