Halloween craft ideas: perfect for preschool projects and home decor
October, when the autumn atmosphere deepens, is also the fun season of Halloween.
Some of you may decorate your rooms or entryways with a Halloween theme.
In this article, we’re introducing Halloween craft ideas you’ll want to make before the big day arrives.
From pumpkin hats and candy bags that kids will love to projects that will appeal to adults who enjoy crafting, we’ve gathered a variety of ideas.
If you’re interested, give them a try!
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Halloween craft ideas: For preschool projects and home decor (1–10)
Halloween mascot
Let’s make some Halloween mascots to brighten up your room! They’re super economical because you can use a toilet paper roll that everyone has at home.
First, cut the toilet paper roll in half and wrap it with origami or construction paper.
Next, pinch the top closed and add a face—like a bat, ghost, or black cat—and you’re done! They stand on their own, so even just one in your room or entryway will boost the Halloween mood.
It’s also a lovely craft to make together with kids.
Yarn Halloween Cup
Let’s make a yarn Halloween cup that will liven up the festivities by holding candy and small items! It’s a perfect idea for October crafts in daycare or kindergarten.
First, punch two holes along the rim of a paper cup and attach a pipe cleaner as a handle.
Next, stick double-sided tape around the outside of the cup and wrap yarn in your favorite colors.
Finish by adding a face—and you’re done! It’s a fun craft you can easily make with familiar materials.
Try different combinations of pipe cleaner and yarn colors to create your own variations!
Ghost Pom-Pom Hopper
If you’re thinking about games for a Halloween party, how about Ghost Pom-Pom Hoppers? They’re easy to make by hand, so it’s fun to craft them with the kids! To make one, punch out the bottom of a paper cup, tie off the cut end of a balloon (cut it in half), and tape it securely to the cup.
Feel free to customize: draw different faces on the cup, add hands, and get creative! To play, pull back the balloon and launch a light pom-pom.
You can make targets or add a scoring system to boost the game’s fun and challenge.
Halloween craft ideas: for preschool crafts and home decor (11–20)
Pumpkin paper tag
These pumpkin paper tags are perfect for attaching to Halloween treats and gifts.
Using a template makes designing the tags easy.
It also looks great to decorate the tag with a three-dimensional pumpkin made by combining pieces of construction paper cut into pumpkin shapes.
You can even create a simple pumpkin shape by punching out hearts with a craft punch and trimming off the bottom—give it a try.
Stylish tags are sure to stand out at your Halloween party!
pumpkin wreath
This pumpkin wreath instantly transforms your room or entryway into a Halloween atmosphere all by itself.
It’s an especially great idea for those who love crafting.
First, cut thick paperboard into a donut shape, cover it with black construction paper, and make the wreath base.
Next, wrap yarn across the center to create a spiderweb.
You can also cut construction paper to make pumpkin parts and assemble them to create a three-dimensional pumpkin, or layer pieces punched out with a craft punch to make flowers—have fun with your crafting! Feel free to customize the decorations with any motifs you like.
Wall decoration made with paper fans
This Halloween wall decoration is a fun twist on the classic party staple: paper fans.
Make them in Halloween colors and add ghost faces to boost the festive vibe! First, take two sheets of construction paper folded in an accordion, attach them together, tie the center with string, open them into a circle, and secure the sides.
Finish by adding pumpkin or ghost faces, and you’re done.
You can also play with different colors and sizes! Stick them on the wall or hang them as garlands—have fun customizing your display!
Art frame made with origami
Some of you may enjoy origami as a hobby.
For you, we recommend a Halloween-themed art frame made with origami! Since you’ll be making lots of small parts from paper, it takes a bit of time and effort, but the result is a stylish, beautiful piece—so give it a try.
Using two Halloween-colored papers, such as black and orange, fold lots of lilies.
Layer the two papers to create lily components, arrange them in a circle, and mount them in your favorite frame to finish! You can also crumple the paper first to add a distressed texture for an extra Halloween vibe.
Display it in your living room or entryway to boost the Halloween mood.