Easy DIY Halloween Decorations & Crafts!

October 29, 2024

It’s that time of year again... the evenings are getting longer, the air is crisp, and it’s officially sweater season.

As we start spending more time indoors, there’s no better way to embrace the warmth and charm of the season than with some creative, hands-on crafting.

Imagine transforming your space with festive touches, one DIY craft project at a time!

Looking for a bewitching cross stitch kit to complete this autumn? Head to Witchy Way, the ultimate high-street haven for all things magical! This spooktacular shop design has everything you need to bring a little enchantment to your craft stash, with patterns, supplies, and more that’ll have you spellbound.

Whether you’re conjuring up cosy decor or brewing up Halloween-inspired pieces, Witchy Way has you covered for a hauntingly good time! 

Add some magic to your crafting stash with our ghost-shaped thread holder and stunning mustard scissors.

These seasonal must-haves bring a pop of autumnal charm and make every stitch feel extra enchanting. Perfect for your Halloween and fall projects, these tools aren’t just functional—they’re downright spellbinding!

Autumnal Crafts to decorate the home

If you have an overflowing ORT jar, or a bunch of lone threads that you’re wondering what to do with, check out our crafty Instagram reel here.

Our friends over at @lovecraftscom inspired us to create these adorable mini pumpkins with just a little drawstring bag, leftover cross stitch cotton threads / floss and a dash of Halloween spirit! 

This easy, budget-friendly Halloween craft idea adds the perfect personalised touch to your seasonal decor without any mess! It serves as great reminder of the DMC colours you’ve used over the past few months too.

Not sure what to do with your leftover mini pumpkins once the trick or treaters have stopped knocking? Why not make a Pumpkin Candle Holder? 

Pumpkin candle holders are the perfect way to add a warm, magical glow to your autumn decor—and they’re so simple to make! All you need are a few mini pumpkins, tea lights, and a knife (if you're crafting with kids, be sure to help them with the cutting).

Just carve a little circle around the tea light, scoop out the space, and pop the candle in.

Voilà! You’ve got yourself an adorable, flickering pumpkin display that’s sure to bring all the cosy vibes to your home this season. Paint the pumpkins white or gold for a more modern feel.

If you have little ones that enjoy painting and being outdoors then this next craft idea is definitely for you. For this one you’ll need freshly fallen leaves, vibrant paints, paintbrushes and some paper.

Go for an adventurous nature walk, hunting for the most beautiful fallen leaves in your garden or nearby park! Once you’ve gathered your leaves, it’s time to transform them into art.

Brush each leaf with bold, autumn colours, then press it onto your paper and watch as the magic unfolds with each lift! Layer and overlap different leaves and colours for a collage that bursts with fall energy.

Pro Tip: Add a touch of metallic paint—think golds and bronzes—for a hint of autumn magic! These shimmering prints will glow like a crisp October morning, giving you a piece of fall to enjoy indoors.

For even more fall craft ideas, check out our autumn and Halloween cross stitch and other crafts Pinterest boards. 

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