If you’re looking for something fun and super easy that uses craft supplies you probably already have, this Glue and Salt Web is a winner. Watching the watercolor paint bleed into the salt lines on the black paper is just magical for the kids. They get to draw the web with glue, sprinkle the salt, and then watch the colors spread out—it’s always a big hit. Plus, it looks pretty cool hanging up when it’s all done!
This simple paper layering technique creates such a cool, spooky silhouette scene for Halloween! I love how the bright yellow moon really makes the black haunted houses and spooky tree pop against the orange background. It’s the kind of craft that looks really impressive but seems super doable even for younger kids with a little help cutting out the shapes. Plus, using your fingers as the “haunted tower” adds a funny, playful element that I think kids would get a real kick out of trying themselves. Definitely one to bookmark for a quick afternoon project!
Seeing how absorbed this little guy is with his pipe cleaner spiders makes me think these would be a super hit. They look like they’re made from bottle caps or something similar, which is awesome because we all have those lying around! The googly eyes are such a simple touch but they bring so much personality to these little critters. It really shows that you don’t need complicated materials for some fun Halloween crafting. I bet the kids would have a blast picking out their own fuzzy leg colors.
You absolutely have to try making these glowing ghost lights! They’re just milk jugs decorated with silly or spooky faces and lit up from the inside, which looks so cool when it gets dark out. It’s such a simple way to add some awesome, colorful ambiance to your porch without needing tons of complicated supplies. My kids are going to have a blast coloring all those different expressions onto them. Plus, they look great lined up right in front of a big jack-o’-lantern like this setup shows.
If you’re looking for something fun that gets the kids moving, this recycled cardboard carnival game idea is a winner! It’s super simple to make with materials you probably already have lying around, and the kids can definitely customize the spooky targets. I love that it turns trash into a super engaging activity, which is always a win in my book. Plus, seeing how excited they get trying to hit those numbered holes is the best! You could easily swap out the spiders for pumpkins or ghosts to make it even more Halloween-specific.
I just came across this super cute and simple Halloween activity that uses a straw to move little paper spiders across the floor—it totally reminded me of a fun racing game! It looks like something that wouldn’t take much time to set up but would keep the kids entertained for ages, especially if you make it a competition like these two seem to be doing. Honestly, who needs complicated crafts when you have something this engaging and spooky? It’s one of the great, easy ideas I’ve collected for simple Halloween fun.
If you’ve got some old egg cartons lying around, this craft is super cute and surprisingly easy! We took ours, painted them black, added some googly eyes, and even a little paper fang to make these little spooky bats. Tying an orange ribbon through the top means you can easily hang them up for a quick and fun Halloween decoration that the kids will totally be proud they made. It’s a great way to use up stuff you already have for a bit of seasonal fun.
If you need something super quick and fun that kids can actually play with afterward, check out this flying bat craft. It’s surprisingly simple—just some black paper, googly eyes, and a straw or stick to make it “fly.” My kids always love things that move, so I think this one is going straight onto our to-do list for the spooky season. It really doesn’t take much time at all, which is a huge bonus when you have a long list of Halloween prep!
These little 3D paper pumpkins are such a neat idea for a quick autumn craft with the little ones. I love how you can just use construction paper to get that cool layered look that gives them some real volume. They look simple enough that even younger kids could manage most of the steps with a little help. Plus, making them in different colors like this red one totally opens up the creativity, right? They’d look so cute scattered around the house for Halloween decor!
Seriously, how cute are these little paper plate ghosts? They look super easy to whip up with stuff you probably already have lying around, which is always a win. Hanging them up like this gives such a fun, floaty effect for some quick spooky decor. I can totally picture these dancing around in a doorway for trick-or-treaters. If you need a simple, charming craft that won’t take all day, this one is definitely worth trying out.
These paper medallion crafts are just so cute and actually look really simple to put together—perfect for a fun afternoon project with the little ones! I love how they used the folded paper to give the characters tons of texture, making the ghost, pumpkin, bat, and Frankenstein pop right off the table. Seriously, who knew you could make such awesome, colorful decorations just by folding some cardstock? If you’re looking for something quick and cheerful for your walls, these are definitely worth a try.
These little paper pumpkins are such a fun, simple idea for the kids to make! I love how cutting those vertical strips gives them that classic jack-o’-lantern shape, and the little green curly stems are just adorable. They’re perfect for hanging around the house or even using as little treat holders if you make them sturdy enough. It looks like a craft that won’t take all day, which is a huge win for busy parents this time of year. Definitely one of my favorites for easy Halloween decor!
