Children love crafting for the holidays too. Here are 50 easy Halloween crafts for kids – they will have so much fun making them!
Gather ’round, ghouls and ghosts, because we’re about to embark on a spook-tacular crafting journey that’s sure to get your little monsters howling with delight!
Halloween is the time of year when the imagination runs wild, and what better way to channel that eerie energy than diving into over 50 Halloween craft ideas for kids?
Remember when the scariest thing on Halloween was deciding between being a cowgirl or a pirate? Well, now the real thrill lies in creating the most boo-tiful crafts this side of the haunted house.
And let me tell you, these aren’t your average, run-of-the-mill projects. We’re talking about the kind of projects that would make Dr. Frankenstein proud – with a cute twist, of course!
We’ve got everything from tiny, grinning pumpkins to adorable ghosts with googly eyes that seem to follow you around the room (in a totally non-creepy way, I promise).
These crafts are so charming, they’re almost too cute to make. Almost.
Whether you’ve got tiny tots or crafty elementary schoolers, there’s something here for every age and skill level.
I’ve got you covered with safe alternatives for the younger goblins (because let’s face it, hot glue and preschoolers mix about as well as vampires and garlic).
And for the older kids, there are crafts that’ll let their creativity soar like a witch on a broomstick.
These craft ideas are perfect for family bonding, classroom activities, party activities, or just a fun-filled afternoon getting into the DIY Halloween spirit.
So, grab your crafting capes, summon your little goblins, and let’s dive into a cauldron of creativity. Scroll down to discover 50 easy Halloween crafts for kids that are so fun and engaging, it’s almost scary.
Let’s get crafting and create some boo-tiful memories that will last long after the last trick-or-treater has gone home!
Halloween Crafts for Kids
Enjoy over 50 Halloween kids' crafts, and many of them use items you probably already have around the house!
1
Spider Headband Craft
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Make a spider headband craft to use for Halloween activities, letter S activities, or the Itsy Bitsy Spider in preschool and kindergarten.
2
Juice Box Monsters
Photo Credit:Amanda Formaro
Don’t throw away old juice boxes – turn them into these cute monsters with felt. Kids can make any scary faces they like!
3
Duck Tape Pumpkin
Photo Credit:Steve Carrell
Learn how to decorate a pumpkin with Duck Tape! This is the easiest method, and both kids and adults can do it. Perfect for Halloween decor!
4
Mummy Luminaries
Photo Credit:Courtney Sanchez
You can make these Halloween luminaries on a budget, in three steps! Kids will love these mummy mason jars too.
5
Paper Pumpkins
Make a paper pumpkin, step by step! Kids are going to love this fun craft idea for fall and Halloween.
6
Zombie Slime
Learn how to make this easy Halloween slime for kids! No borax and you probably have the supplies on hand already. Fun zombie theme!
7
Halloween Rocks
Photo Credit:modpodgerocksblog.com
If you are looking for Halloween rocks to paint, here are four seasonal tutorials! Get pumpkins, leaves, owls, and monsters. Fun and easy.
8
Milk Jug Skeleton
Learn how to make a skeleton for your Halloween decor out of old milk jugs! This is a budget friendly holiday activity.
9
Coffee Filter Bats
Learn how to make the cutest coffee filter bats for Halloween! These are so easy, budget friendly, and FUN to make for kids of all ages.
10
Craft Stick Spiderwebs
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Make these super cute craft stick spiderwebs with the kids for Halloween! These make a great craft project for classroom parties or for a family fun night.
11
Toilet Paper Roll Bats
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These bats are not only a cute craft project, they also will fit on little kid arms so they can run around making the wings flap!
12
Halloween Perler Beads (50+ Free Patterns!)
Get over 50 patterns for Halloween perler beads! There are a variety of hama bead patterns including pumpkins, witches, ghosts, bats, and more.
13
Halloween Drawings with Sugar
Photo Credit:Steve Carrell
We love easy Halloween crafts for kids like these sugar drawings! Painting over a special sugar mixture reveals a unique design underneath.
14
Spooky Lanterns
Learn how to make these cute paper luminaries for Halloween using bags and permanent markers! Free template included.
15
Concrete Ghosts and Spooky Village
Use Quikcrete, paper mache houses, acrylic paint, and a few other supplies to create concrete ghosts and a spooky village for Halloween!
16
Pom Pom Ghosts
These delightful pom pom ghosts with googly eyes are the cutest of Halloween kids crafts – and so easy to make! Both adults and children will love them.
17
Paper Plate Pumpkin
Photo Credit:www.easypeasyandfun.com
No need to scoop out the insides of a pumpkin and carve a face. This cute jack o lantern is made with paper plates and lit with a battery operated tea light!
18
Perler Bead Tic Tac Toe
Not only do you get to make the game (and the pieces are the cutest), it's a real tic tac toe board that you can play for years to come.
19
Frankenstein Sun Catcher
Photo Credit:From ABCs to ACTs
I love what you can create with a bit of construction paper! You'll throw in some green tissue paper, which is perfect for this Frankenstein craft idea.
20
Pom Pom Popper Ghosts
Photo Credit:www.thecrafttrain.com
Make some cute and friendly ghost pom pom poppers as a fun Halloween craft for kids. Pom pom poppers are simple to make and are a cool DIY toy!
21
Witch Mask
I decided to make my daughter’s witch costume this year, and wanted to try the gauze technique. Find out how to DIY your own witch mask here.
22
Confetti Filled Eggs
Cascaronesare an Easter tradition of confetti-filled fun - adapt them to any holiday you like. These are themed for Halloween. Kids will love these confetti eggs!
23
Sand Art
Do you remember sand art from when you were young? Revisit it in this fun Halloween project using skull mason jars! Perfect for holiday decor.
24
Halloween Pinata
Make a mini Halloween pinata using a toilet paper roll and some creativity! This mummy is super cute, and can be adapted to other occasions and holidays.
25
Skull Bean Art
Learn how to make the coolest skull bean art for Halloween decorating! It’s made with real beans and is easy for both kids and adults. There’s a free template included!
26
Tea Light Witches
Photo Credit:smartschoolhouse.com
These cute little witches are made with green flameless tea lights and some simple craft supplies. I love the little light up nose!
27
Halloween Ornaments
Photo Credit:modpodgerocksblog.com
You can get old Christmas ornaments from your supplies or the thrift store and then turn them into colorful Halloween balls!
28
Paper Plate Spiders
Photo Credit:iheartcraftythings.com
I love any easy paper plate craft! Paint add googly eyes and pipe cleaner legs and you have a very simple kids craft.
29
Black Cat Containers
Need a duct tape craft that is perfect for Halloween? Start with this black cat container - kids will love it, and it's easy for any age (plus it's the friendly kind of kitty!).
30
Glow in the Dark Slime
Make glow-in-the-dark slime with this simple recipe. Spark creativity and fun in the dark! Perfect for kids and DIY enthusiasts.
31
Tin Can Bowling
Photo Credit:Maggy Woodley
A tennis ball, tin cans, paint, and some imagination is all that is needed for this Halloween craft and game.
32
Paper Plate Wreath
Photo Credit:iheartartsncrafts.com
A handprint spider with googly eyes looks great on this tissue paper wreath. This craft is easy enough for toddlers!
33
Stamped Halloween Shirt
Photo Credit:Jessica Anderson
I can't believe this cute shirt was made with a pencil eraser as a stamp! Pick any holiday image you like - pumpkins, bats, skulls, and more.
34
Black Sock Cat
Photo Credit:frogprincepaperie.com
Do you have a black sock with no mate and 15 minutes? Then this craft is for you! Usually black cats are bad luck, but in this case, she's too cute!
35
Sponge Painted Candy Corn
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Kids love sponge painting! These painted candy corns are a fun holiday twist on a traditional craft idea.
36
Mini Confetti Pumpkins
Photo Credit:Cheryl Sorce
Your littles are going to have a blast this Fall and Halloween with this no carve pumpkin decorating for kids! So easy; any age can do them.
37
Pumpkin & Skeleton Bracelets
Photo Credit:Kathy Beymer
Felt and Velcro come together easily for this fun no-sew craft project. Kids will love wearing this pumpkin and skull around, maybe even as part of their Halloween costumes!
38
Black Cat Wreath
Photo Credit:www.shakentogetherlife.com
Kids will have fun wrapping a wreath form with fuzzy black yarn to create this not-so-scary black cat wreath.
39
Ghost Windsock
Photo Credit:chickenscratchny.com
Get ready for Halloween with this DIY tutorial for a ghost windsock with ribbon and paint for a spooky friend straight from the recycle bin.
40
Trick or Treat Bag
Photo Credit:Steve Carrell
Learn how to make this EASY DIY trick or treat bag – two ways – with Duck Tape! One of the versions is glow in the dark!
41
Coffee Filter Monsters
Photo Credit:onelittleproject.com
Coffee filters are great for crafting! When you color them with markers the colors will bleed together (with water). Then add googly eyes, and you've got yourself some monsters.
42
DIY Play Dough That Glows In The Dark
Learn how to make unique DIY play dough with only three ingredients - this version glows in the dark and is so inexpensive to make!
43
Moster Face Pumpkins
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You can start with real or fake pumpkins for these monsters. Have everyone in the family make one for a fun Halloween decoration and activity!
44
Easy Ghost Craft
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This easy ghost craft for kids is perfect for toddlers, preschoolers and school age kids. Have fun creating this easy Halloween craft together using either a pom pom or cotton ball to paint.
45
Yarn Pumpkins
Photo Credit:onelittleproject.com
Grab your yarn scraps in pretty fall colors for this project. Kids will have fun blowing up balloons and wrapping them with yarn to make pumpkins.
46
Spooky Sun Catcher
Photo Credit:thekindergartenconnection.com
This is another coffee filter craft, and paper plate craft! Hand these in the window for some spooky decorations.
47
Hanging Ghosts
Photo Credit:masandpas.com
This five minute project is made with tissues! This ghost craft for kids is perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and school age kids. Have fun creating this easy Halloween craft together.
48
Handprint Zombie
Photo Credit:www.simpleeverydaymom.com
I love the different size googly eyes used for this project. Make these zombie Halloween handprints with your kids this holiday season!
49
Spider Lollipops
Photo Credit:acultivatednest.com
Send your kids into school with these cute spiders, or even hand them out to Trick-or-Treaters! They're easy for children of any age.
50
Paper Characters
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These paper lanterns come together easily with items you probably already have around the house. Wouldn't these be fun to turn into a garland?
51
Painted Flower Pots
Photo Credit:colormadehappy.com
Turn basic terra cotta flower pots into fun Halloween decor with this easy flower pot craft. This is a great holiday craft for all ages.
52
Seasonal Paper Chains
Photo Credit:www.easypeasyandfun.com
This is a fun Halloween paper craft idea for when you have multiple kids around the house. Have each one make a few pieces of the paper chain and then hang it up as a decoration.
53
Glowing Luminaries
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If you are looking for a fun craft to do with the kids, these luminaries are so adorable, it's scary! Dollar store glass bowls and paint make these project a very inexpensive idea.
54
Handprints for Halloween
Photo Credit:modpodgerocksblog.com
These are the cutest handprint crafts for kids ever! Get some footprint ideas too. So easy, toddlers can do them.
55
Ghost Mason Jar Lights
Photo Credit:www.thecountrychiccottage.net
Imagine these all lined up leading Trick-or-Treaters to your door! The kids can do the painting but it will be up to an adult to complete them.
56
Yarn Garland
Photo Credit:growingupgabel.com
If you've ever made yarn pom poms before, this garland will be a snap! Get directions for making a spider, a ghost and a pumpkin.
If you enjoyed these craft ideas, let me know in the comments! You might also like these other seasonal craft collections for kids:
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