25+ Fun and Easy Halloween Crafts for Kids

Get creative this October with a bunch of cute Halloween crafts for kids. Here are over 25 ideas to get in the spooky season mood.

Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for kids, full of spooky decorations, costumes, and candy. But it’s also the perfect time to get crafty with your little ones!

Halloween crafts for kids offer a creative and fun way to get into the spooky spirit. From simple paper crafts to more hands-on projects, these activities are not only entertaining but also provide a fantastic opportunity for children to develop fine motor skills and express their creativity.

Three different Halloween crafts for kids. A pumpkin popsicle craft, a witch craft, and a ghost jar craft.

In this post, we’ll explore a variety of Halloween craft ideas that are easy, affordable, and perfect for kids of all ages. Whether you’re preparing for a Halloween party, looking for activities during fall break, or simply want to spend quality time with your kids, these craft ideas will keep everyone entertained.

Why You’ll Love These Halloween Craft Ideas

Great for All Ages and Skill Levels
One of the best things about these Halloween crafts for kids is that they are adaptable to different age groups and skill levels. Whether you have toddlers or older children, these craft projects can be modified to suit your kids’ abilities. Young children can enjoy basic crafts like coloring or cutting out shapes, while older kids can take on more detailed projects like painting and assembling.

Encourages Creativity and Imagination
Halloween crafts are a great way to let kids explore their creativity. They can create spooky characters, invent their own monsters, or decorate pumpkins in their unique style. These activities encourage imagination and give kids the freedom to come up with their own ideas. Plus, since there’s no “right” way to make a craft, they’ll feel confident and proud of their creations.

Why Halloween Crafts Are a Great Way to Enjoy the Season

Halloween is a magical time, and crafts allow you and your kids to fully immerse yourselves in the holiday. While trick-or-treating and pumpkin carving are staples of Halloween, crafting adds a new dimension to celebrating the season. Instead of just decorating your home, your kids can make the decorations themselves! This hands-on approach helps them feel more involved in the festivities.

Another reason why Halloween crafts for kids are so valuable is that they provide a break from screens and encourage kids to work with their hands. With so much of modern entertainment coming from TV and video games, crafts give children a chance to be productive in a fun and tactile way. Plus, the skills they develop—like cutting, coloring, gluing, and folding—are beneficial for their fine motor skills and coordination.

Finally, Halloween crafts can help bring the family together. Crafting is a fantastic bonding activity, allowing parents, siblings, and friends to work on projects together, share ideas, and create memories that last well beyond Halloween.

Essential Craft Supplies for Halloween Crafts

Before you dive into your Halloween crafting, you’ll need to gather some basic supplies. Here’s a list of common materials that can be used for a wide variety of Halloween crafts for kids:

  • Construction paper (black, orange, white, and other Halloween colors)
  • Scissors (safety scissors for younger kids)
  • Glue sticks and liquid glue
  • Markers, crayons, or colored pencils
  • Googly eyes
  • Pipe cleaners
  • Pom-poms
  • Glitter or glitter glue
  • Paint (washable paint for kids)
  • Paper plates
  • Felt or fabric scraps
  • Empty toilet paper rolls
  • Craft sticks (popsicle sticks)
  • String or yarn
  • Stickers (Halloween-themed)
  • Tape (double-sided and regular)

These basic supplies are versatile and can be used to create countless Halloween crafts. Most of them are probably already in your home, and if not, they’re easily found at any craft store or online.

25+ Halloween Crafts for Kids

Prepare for a spooktacular Halloween with this collection of 25 fun and easy crafts for kids. From creepy crawly spiders to boo-tiful ghosts, there’s something every little monster can enjoy. With step-by-step instructions and simple materials, these Halloween crafts are perfect for children of all ages.

1
The Benson Street
Halloween Coloring Bookmark Craft
Color and customize your own Halloween bookmark with five different designs to choose from. Feel free to color, add glitter, and other embellishments.
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2
The Benson Street
Pumpkin Magnets
A cute and simple craft that can be displayed on any magnetic surface!
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3
The Benson Street
Mickey Mouse Pumpkin Paper Plate Craft
Paint and assemble a Mickey Mouse Jack O'Lantern using paper plates and construction paper. Great for decorating.
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4
The Benson Street
Halloween Craft Blocks
From friendly ghosts to grinning jack-o-lanterns and quirky Frankensteins, these wooden blocks are the perfect canvas for spooky fun. Add a personal touch by having your kids write their names and the year on the bottom.
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Adventures of a Military Family of 8
Frankenstein Treat Bag
Make this Halloween extra special by crafting a Frankenstein treat bag with your little ones using the magic of origami! Follow the step-by-step guide, complete with printable visuals and a video tutorial.
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6
Mama Likes This
DIY Printable Haunted House Craft
Halloween just got a whole lot spookier with this printable haunted house craft! Gather the family and bring this eerie scene to life with oil pastels and some cutting and gluing.
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The Best Ideas for Kids
Halloween Popsicle Stick Crafts
Looking for a simple Halloween craft for kids? Look no further than these adorable Halloween popsicle stick crafts. Kids will have a blast choosing which character to create. Choose between a pumpkin, mummy, vampire, or Frankenstein.
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Family Focus Blog
Halloween Paper Plate Masks Tutorial
These Halloween paper plate masks are easy to make with supplies you already have at home. Let little hands join in on the crafting, and then use them for pretend play afterward.
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9
A Little Pinch of Perfect
Glowing Ghost Craft
Kids can create a glowing ghost with the free template. The glow-in-the-dark puffy paint is simple to make and perfect for this spooky craft. Kids will love watching their art come to life when the lights go out.
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10
Finding Myself Young
Halloween Mummies Toilet Paper Roll Craft
Learn how to whip up charming Halloween mummies using toilet paper rolls or cardboard tubes in no time. Get creative with your little ones while repurposing materials.
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11
Simple Everyday Mom
Candy Corn Craft
Create a sugary-sweet masterpiece with this adorable candy corn craft. This cute papercraft is quick, easy, and budget-friendly. Plus, it's a great way for little ones to enhance their fine motor skills while having fun.
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12
Raise Curious Kids
Halloween Watercolor Painting
Bring your Halloween watercolor painting to life with this spooky haunted house or witches cauldron printables. Let your child’s creativity run wild with this open-ended art project.
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13
Little Ladoo
Toilet Paper Roll Halloween Crafts
Turn toilet paper rolls into Halloween masterpieces with these spooky craft ideas. The possibilities are endless, whether you choose a vampire, witch, ghost, or Frankenstein.
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14
Mimosas & Motherhood
Egg Carton Halloween Crafts
Transform ordinary egg cartons into a good time with these Halloween craft ideas. Check out the step-by-step guide to making Jack o lanterns, ghosts, and spiders.
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15
The Purple Pumpkin Blog
Long-Legged Pipe Cleaner Spiders Craft
Who says Halloween has to be all about the scares? These fuzzy pipe cleaner spiders are here to prove that spooky can also be super cute.
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16
Beth Ann Averill
Monster Craft
Make some seriously adorable paper cup monsters with your preschoolers. This is a fun and easy project that uses items you already have at home.
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17
Taming Little Monsters
Spooky Flower Craft
Transform your space into a haunted wonderland with these spine-chilling flower crafts resembling eerie eyes. And the best part? They're incredibly simple to put together.
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18
The Soccer Mom Blog
Mix and Match Pumpkin Faces Craft
Encourage creativity and imagination with a mix-and-match pumpkin face craft. This Halloween craft allows kids to experiment with different combinations of eyes, noses, and mouths using craft sticks and paint.
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19
Homan at Home
Leaves and Seeds Halloween Art
Gather some leaves and helicopter seeds to create some Halloween art. Turn those natural shapes into creepy bats and ghosts.
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20
Projects with Kids
Halloween Painted Rocks
Add a pop of color to your Halloween decor with these adorable painted rocks. Kids will have a blast painting these easy-to-draw Halloween shapes.
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21
Our Kid Things
Paper Bag Halloween Crafts
Transform paper bags into adorable decorations. Paint one white for a ghost and another orange for a jack-o-lantern. Add unique touches to bring these spooky characters to life.
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22
Messy Little Monster
Halloween Mix & Match Paper Crafts
Use the Halloween craft template to create mix-and-match paper crafts. For a personalized touch, add your child's picture to the template.
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23
Easy Peasy and Fun
Toilet Paper Roll Witch
Turn a toilet paper roll into a whimsical witch! Whether your kids choose to make a good or bad witch, the magic is in their hands.
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24
Mommy Made That
Popsicle Stick Pumpkin Craft
Kids can create a whole pumpkin patch worth of popsicle stick pumpkins with just a few simple materials. Get creative with different colors and designs to make each one unique.
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25
Fireflies & Mud Pies
Coffee Filter Jack O’Lantern Suncatchers
Brighten up your windows with jack o’lantern suncatchers. Crafted from coffee filters, markers, and water, these charming decorations are simple to make and won't break the bank.
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26
Arty Crafty Kids
Paper Flying Witch Craft Idea
Take flight with this paper flying witch craft. This Halloween project is easy to make and helps kids develop their fine motor skills while having a blast creating a spooky paper witch.
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27
Kids Craft Room
Halloween Black Cat Wreath Craft
Don't let black cats be just a superstition this Halloween. This black cat wreath cat will have kids giggling over those adorable bushy tails and feisty claws.
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28
Barley & Birch
DIY Ghosts (That Light Up!)
Looking to add a touch of spookiness to your home? These quick and easy glow-in-the-dark DIY ghosts are the perfect solution! Not only are they budget-friendly and simple to make, but they also double as surprisingly cool decor. Plus, they'll be haunting your space in just 10 minutes.
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Variations for Using These Halloween Craft Ideas

When it comes to Halloween crafts for kids, there are so many ways to get creative and add your personal touch. Here are some variations to consider:

  • Switch Up the Colors: While black and orange are classic Halloween colors, feel free to experiment with purples, greens, and reds for a more unique look. Kids will love mixing and matching different colors to make their crafts stand out.
  • Incorporate Nature: Instead of relying only on store-bought supplies, encourage your kids to use natural materials like leaves, pinecones, and acorns in their Halloween crafts. These items can add a seasonal touch and give your crafts a rustic, fall feel.
  • Add Personalization: Help your child write their name on their crafts or add personal details. For example, if they’re making a spooky monster, they can come up with a name and backstory for it.
  • Make It Interactive: Turn simple decorations into interactive pieces. For instance, create Halloween puppets or masks that your kids can play with after they’re done crafting.

By introducing variations, your Halloween crafts can feel fresh and new, no matter how many times you’ve done them before.

Ideas for Ways to Use Halloween Crafts

Once your kids have finished making their Halloween crafts, there are plenty of fun ways to put them to good use:

  • Home Decorations: Use the crafts to decorate your home for Halloween. Hang paper bats and ghosts in the windows, display painted pumpkins on the mantle, or make a spooky garland with paper cutouts.
  • Classroom Decorations: If your child’s school allows it, these Halloween crafts can be a great way to decorate the classroom for Halloween parties. Teachers and students alike will appreciate the festive touch.
  • Party Favors: If you’re hosting a Halloween party, let the kids make their own crafts to take home as party favors. It’s a fun and creative activity, and the finished product becomes a special keepsake.
  • Costume Accessories: Some Halloween crafts can double as costume accessories. For example, make paper masks, witch hats, or monster claws that your kids can wear as part of their costume.
  • Gift Ideas: Halloween crafts make thoughtful and personal gifts. Your child can make spooky cards or small decorations to give to friends, family, or neighbors to spread Halloween cheer.

These are just a few ways to incorporate Halloween crafts into your celebrations, but the possibilities are endless!

Conclusion

Halloween crafts for kids are a fun and engaging way to celebrate the spookiest time of the year. They encourage creativity, help children develop fine motor skills, and provide a break from screens. With just a few basic supplies and some imagination, you can create decorations, party favors, and costume accessories that will add a personal touch to your Halloween festivities.

Ready to get started? Gather your supplies and try out some of these Halloween craft ideas with your kids! You’ll love the memories you create together, and your home will be filled with festive, homemade decorations. Be sure to share your creations on social media, and check back for more fun and free Halloween activities!

Happy Halloween crafting!

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