Craft Ideas Under $10: Halloween Edition

Halloween is fast approaching, and if you haven’t decorated yet, time is running out! Fortunately, we have a few craft ideas that can help you out in a pinch. Even better—each one will cost you less than $10 to put together!

Craft Idea #1: Ominous Milk Jug Lanterns

SUPPLIES:

• Empty gallon carton
• Sharpie marker
• Battery-powered lights
• Scissors

STEP 1: Draw a face on the milk carton using the Sharpie marker.

STEP 2: Next, cut out the back of the plastic carton.

STEP 3: Finally, insert lights through the back of the carton and turn them on. Voila! Instant lanterns!

Craft Idea #2: Ghost Pops

SUPPLIES:

• Lollipops
• Tissues
• Ribbon
• Sharpie marker

STEP 1: Cut ribbon to approximately six inches and tie tissue over the top of the lollipop.

STEP 2: Next, add two ghostly eyes using the Sharpie marker.

STEP 3: Finally, curl the ribbon tips with scissors for a bit of flare. Share and enjoy!

Craft Idea #3: Spooky Silhouettes

SUPPLIES:

• Black construction paper and/or poster board
• Colored tissue paper
• White map pencil
• Scissors
• Tape

STEP 1: Start by drawing or tracing a spooky image on the black construction paper or poster board.

STEP 2: Next, cut out the silhouette.

STEP 3: Finally, adhere the silhouettes to your window using rolled tape and cover with tissue paper. Then hit the lights to see the final product!

Craft Idea #4: “Uncanny” Cans of Creepiness

SUPPLIES:

• Empty cans
• Paint
• Paint brushes

STEP 1: Begin by painting the cans with a base coat.

STEP 2: Then add details and faces.

BONUS STEP: Use them to hold your ghostly lollipops! *Extra Spooky*

 

We hope these DIY Halloween crafts save you a little money and get your creativity flowing! While you’re in the Halloween spirit, why not give yourself a little spook reading about these 6 terrifying scams that actually exist? Happy Halloween!