Halloween Arts and Crafts

Halloween Is For Kids (of all ages)

Spooks, goblins, spiders and all such gruesome things--that's what Halloween is made of. Halloween is for kids of all ages, and don't we love it. Decorating for the season with Halloween arts and crafts is just as much fun as dressing up for it. Hanging witches, bats, cats and spiders in the classroom or home says, "Halloween is coming." Kids, and adults alike, enjoy making the crafts and participating in all the fun surrounding this fall celebration. This lens is all about making art and decorating the classroom or home for HALLOWeeeeeeeN.

Spider Headband

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Imagine a whole classroom of these happy spiders. The kids love this project. Go to Kids & Glitter for the patterns and directions.

Halloween Black Magic Spiders

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Easy to make hanging decorations for the classroom or your home for Halloween. Go to Kids & Glitter for the instructions.

Hanging Spider

The chenille legs can be bent in all directions to make this spider as scary as possible. The directions can be found at Kids & Glitter.

Witch's Boots Pillow

I love this pillow. It's a great addition to the Halloween decor. For the directions on making this neat pillow, go to favecrafts.

Window Sittin Black Cats

Make these cats that are finished on both sides so they can be displayed inside and outside the window. Go to Kids & Glitter for the patterns and directions.

Spiders, Spiders, Spiders

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Black construction paper and large google eyes are what make up this spider. You'll find the directions on the Kids & Glitter site.

Hanging Ghost

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Paper plates and white tall trash bags are supplies you'll need for this project. Find out how to make this ghost by going to Kids & Glitter.

Milk Carton Jack-O-Lanterns

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So cute and useful in so many ways. Use alone or incorporate into a Halloween centerpiece. Find out how they are made by going to Kids & Glitter.

Halloween supplies

Sometimes it's hard to find seasonal craft supplies when we want or need them. And if you are like I am, when I'm ready to make a craft I want to be able to get what I need NOW. Some of the supplies you may need for the Halloween projects are shown below.
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Paper Chain Jack-O-Lantern

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A fun project for any age, and especially for the little kids. This takes a little while when the littlest kids do it, but they'll stay with it. Go to Kids & Glitter for the directions.

Illuminated Pumpkin

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A beautiful decoration for the fall season as well as for Halloween, this pumpkin is made with twine and a balloon. Get the complete instructions by going to RECAPTURED Charm.

Halloween Gifts, Games and Decor

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Fangs, the Bat

What could be easier than to make a Halloween bat using a brown paper bag. For the patterns needed for this project, go to Kids & Glitter.

Jar Lid Spider

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A great project for the little kids to make for Halloween. To find the directions, go to 365 Days of Mommyness.

Hoot, the Wise Owl

Halloween wouldn't be the same without a few wise old owls around. Learn how to make this one at, Kids & Glitter.

Halloween Books

for fun, for reading and for drawing

Great books to help you enjoy the spookiness of Halloween!
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Pumpkin ala Sparkle

This very elegant pumpkin would accent any decor, even if it isn't the fall season. Find the instructions for this beauty at Classy Gal.

Halloween Ornaments

Make your own microwavable clay and use cookie cutters to make these ornaments to paint. Go to Kids & Glitter to get the recipe for the clay.

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Batty and Catty Napkin Holders

Dress up your dinner table or party table with Halloween themed napkin holders. Find the directions for this project at Kids & Glitter.

Craft Supplies

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Falling Black Cat

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Do you suppose this black cat will land on his feet? If you'd like to try your hand at making this project, go to Kids & Glitter.

A Grandma's Love

A grandmother pretends she doesn't know who you are on Halloween. ~Erma Bombeck

Cone Pumpkins

Add some of these cone pumpkins with your cube Jack-O-Lanterns for a unique centerpiece to celebrate Halloween. Go to Kids & Glitter for the instructions.

Creepy Crawly Headband

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How would you like to creep out your friends wearing this headband? Find out how to make it by going to the My Modish Mood site.

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Wanda, the Witch

Wanda, the witch will keep you company while you're crafting your Halloween decorations. Find out how to make Wanda by going to Kids & Glitter.

Don't Be Scared

to leave a comment

  • eilval Feb 16, 2012 @ 3:51 pm | delete
    Really great Halloween ideas - thanks for sharing
  • papermotor Feb 5, 2012 @ 5:40 am | delete
    Really cool Halloween figures. I like paperworks. Thanks for this lens!
  • rozalex Oct 20, 2011 @ 7:20 am | delete
    Ha! that was fun to read! Thanks :)
  • Comfortdoc Oct 17, 2011 @ 7:46 pm | delete
    Lots of fun Halloween craft ideas.
  • hlkljgk Oct 2, 2011 @ 3:20 pm | delete
    great crafts for the kids this season.
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