Spookify Your Space: DIY Halloween Decor You Can Make at Home Level: Easy

Halloween decor doesn’t have to break the bank to be spooky and fabulous! Here are three crafty ways to transform your home into a haunted masterpiece. Get ready to spook your neighbors and have them wondering where you bought your one-of-a-kind pieces! Spoiler: You made them. Let’s dive in!

1. Pumpkin Pillow Fight

Give your throw pillows a Halloween facelift with this super simple DIY. Perfect for anyone looking to turn their home into a spooky wonderland without splurging on new decor.

Materials Needed:

• Plain orange pillowcases or fabric
• Black fabric paint or a Sharpie
• Pillow stuffing (optional)

Instructions:

1. Start with your plain orange pillowcases. If you’re feeling extra crafty, make your own pillowcases from orange fabric, but store-bought works just fine.
2. Sketch out your spooky designs with a pencil first—think creepy jack-o-lantern faces, witches, or even ghosts. Then, use black fabric paint or a Sharpie to fill them in.
3. Let the paint dry completely. If using fabric paint, iron the pillowcases (on the reverse side) to set the paint.
4. Stuff with pillows (or stuffing) and arrange them on your couch, bed, or porch for a spooktacular display!

2. Floating Ghost Lanterns

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Nothing says haunted quite like floating ghosts swaying in the breeze. These lanterns are perfect for lighting up your yard with an eerie glow.

Materials Needed:

• White paper lanterns
• Cheesecloth or gauze
• Battery-powered LED lights
• Googly eyes (optional)
• String or fishing line

Instructions:

1. Assemble your white paper lanterns according to the instructions.
2. Drape cheesecloth or gauze over the top of the lantern to give it that ghostly, flowing appearance.
3. Attach googly eyes to the front if you want to give your ghost some personality!
4. Place a battery-powered LED light inside the lantern.
5. Hang the lanterns using string or fishing line from trees or hooks around your house.
6. Watch your new ghostly friends sway in the wind at night, glowing eerily!

3. Spiderweb Wreath

This eerie spiderweb wreath will make your front door the talk of the neighborhood.

Materials Needed:

• Wreath form (can be wire, foam, or straw)
• Black yarn
• Plastic spiders
• Hot glue gun

Instructions:

1. Take your wreath form and start wrapping the black yarn around it in a criss-cross pattern to mimic the appearance of a spiderweb. Leave some gaps for that authentic web look.
2. Secure the ends of the yarn with hot glue once the entire form is wrapped.
3. Use hot glue to attach the plastic spiders all over your web.
4. Hang on your front door with a spooky sign that says “Beware!” or “Enter if you dare!”

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Dorey Duncan Scott Senior Litigation Paralegal

Hi! I’m Dorey Duncan Scott, a mother of three, wife and fashion entrepreneur. I started my career in fashion back in the early 90’s when I did print, still and runway modeling. I studied Fashion Merchandising, Music Business and Marketing, while also obtaining certificates in such industry-necessary areas such as make-up, styling and runway choreography. In addition, I had work as a spokesmodel for several brands, appearing in print and in person. As a former model, turned senior litigation paralegal, artist manager and on-air personality with a passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development, I bring a unique combination of style, strategic thinking, and legal expertise to my work. My years navigating the legal world have sharpened my attention to detail, while my experience and passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development drives my desire to help others feel empowered and help them in their journey toward self-empowerment. My experience in the fashion world has taught me the power of confidence. 

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