Soon, the Halloween season will be upon us. Ghosts and skeletons will make their appearances. Unless your home has a portal to some other dimension, this means planning and purchasing Halloween décor. The key to making your theme stand out is by having a good mix of scary and cute.
13 Clever DIY Dollar Store Halloween Decorations to Welcome Trick or Treaters
Making a splash when it comes to decorating does not mean having to spend top dollar. This is especially true for seasonal events like Halloween. If you want to have a different set of decorations every year, it does not make sense to spend so much. Whether you are going for cute or outright scary, all you need is a pinch of creativity to decorate for this season.
If the cost of decorations is the scariest part about Halloween, then here is a trick that can be quite the treat for you. The Dollar Store can be your go-to place in finding decorations on a budget. It is a great resource for crafting supplies and other materials that you can modify to create Halloween décor. Here is a list of some DIY Dollar Store Halloween decorations you might want to try out.
1. Hang Balloon Jack O’ Lantern Buntings
Who says that Jack O’ Lanterns need to be made from pumpkins? Balloon Jack O’ Lanterns are easier and more versatile. Hang these buntings on the doorway or across a window. It’s also a great way to decorate when there are kids in the house. The little ones will get a kick out of seeing these lanterns and their goofy smiling faces.
2. Craft Some Mason Jar Mummies
Extremely adorable and extremely simple – that is the winning combination of this decor. Imagine lining up your porch with these little mummy mason jars. Both the jars and the googly eyes can be purchased for a song in the Dollar Tree shop. There is also the bonus of having a lot of containers for food after the Halloween season is over.
3. Make your Own Spooky Welcome Signage
A spooky sign outside your house will tell trick or treaters exactly what they are in for. This is the perfect decoration for those who want to flex their lettering skills. It is also a great way to have a more personalized décor for Halloween.
4. Let the Door Do the Welcoming
If you are looking for something that is easy to do but has a great impact, then this décor is for you. You can use your existing door as a canvas to this larger-than-life scary smiling face. It is made completely out of paper and can be customized the way you want.
5. Catch Dirty Shoes with a Spiderweb Welcome Mat
With so many people coming in and out of the home during the Halloween season, going for décor that lands on the practical side are not a bad idea. All you need is to do a bit of cutting and a bit of painting and you add a nice little Halloween touch. Plus, you save yourself from clean-up after – a definite win-win situation.
6. Go for Stack O’ Lanterns Instead of Jack O’ Lanterns
Everyone has seen those inexpensive jack o’ lantern baskets kids use to get their treats. But that’s just one way to look at them. Stretch your imagination and see this common Halloween item can look like when all piled up high to create more impact. The tall structure makes it look like you put more effort into the décor, when in truth, it is as easy as one, two, three… or four pumpkins all piled up.
7. No Escape from the Tablescape
Make your dinner party extra special by adding place cards. The bright green succulents show that Halloween does not have to be all about gloom and doom. It can also bloom. These miniature jack o’ lantern will save guests from the awkwardness of not knowing where to sit. It can also show guests how much you prepared for their company, making them feel more welcome.
8. Make Like a Spider and Weave
Yarn as spiderwebs is perhaps one of the oldest decorating tricks in the book. Update this classic craft project by adding more structure through popsicle sticks. The black and white palette if these decorations also look quite modern. If you want to up the creep factor, make sure to add more spiders.
9. Make Boo-tiful Ghost Décor
What is Halloween without a specter or two? These ghosts are much friendlier-looking than the average ghoul, so it is perfect for homes with little kids. You can easily hang them in groups to make more of an impression. While the white motif is considered a classic, you can also show a bit more personality by changing up the colors of the fabric.
10. Get Lit with Halloween Lights
Anyone who has ever designed a party knows that having the right lighting is half the battle. Halloween is the perfect time to bust out candles and tea lights because it is all part of the tradition. These candleholders are the perfect way to inject some fun into the décor. DIY dollar store Halloween decorations are easy ways to emphasize the theme even more.
11. Hang Witch Face Ornaments
If you think that Christmas gets a monopoly on hanging ornaments, think again. This witch face shows that Halloween can also pull off the look with this felt and green glitter combination. Guests and family will surely get a kick out of seeing these faces peering back at them.
12. Shadow Play with Flashlights
The best kind of decorations is those that are fun. What can be more fun than projecting your own designs on walls or the ceilings? These flashlights can be handed out to kids so they can play with it as they go trick or treating. Better yet, involve them in making these flashlight crafts so they can also have a Halloween activity at the same time.
13. Elegant Candy Jar Candleholders
Create an easy centerpiece by putting together these candles and pumpkins. It is a subtler approach to Halloween because it avoids the ghouls and skeletons. But, it is still on theme. The colors are certainly on point when it comes to the fall season. With the candy and the bow details, this décor is ideal for those who want something sweet rather than spooky.