DIY Halloween Crafts

As Halloween creeps around the corner, it's the perfect time to unleash your creativity and embrace the spooky spirit of the season. Whether you're looking to decorate your home, entertain your kids, or simply enjoy some hands-on fun, Halloween crafts are a fantastic way to get into the festive mood. From classic pumpkins to creepy crawlies, there are endless ways to make your space delightfully eerie. 

At Midwest Dowel, we have all the wooden supplies you need to bring these spine-chilling creations to life. Crafting with family or enjoying a quiet DIY project on your own, you’ll love making these unique and festive pieces.  

In this blog, we’ll guide you through five eerie and exciting wooden crafts—including a witch and cauldron, pumpkins, a spider, and even a spiderweb—that will transform your Halloween celebrations.  

Keep reading to learn how you can craft a Halloween spooky masterpiece!  

A Witch and Cauldron 

Create a spooky centerpiece with your very own witch and cauldron set. This wooden craft is the perfect way to kick off your Halloween décor with a handcrafted, mystical touch. 

To make the witch, you'll need: 

• One wooden woman figure 

• One tie rack peg (for the broom or staff) 

• One wooden thimble (for the witch's hat) 

• One 1-1/4” wood tassel (to create the witch's cloak or finishing details) 

You can paint or stain these pieces to bring your witch to life—add some eerie green skin, a black cloak, and a pointy hat for the ultimate spooky effect! 

To make the cauldron to complete the scene, gather these supplies: 

• One large bean pot candle cup with a 1-9/16” axle peg (perfect for the base of the cauldron) 

• One medium bean pot candle cup with a 1-3/16” axle peg 

• One small bean pot candle cup with a 1-3/16” axle peg 

How to Build Your Cauldron: 

1. Stack the cups from largest to smallest. 
2. Attach the axle pegs to secure the cups and form a tiered cauldron. 
3. Paint the cauldron in classic black for an authentic look. 
4. Add details like bubbling "potion" with green paint and small craft pieces for an extra creepy effect! 

Pumpkins 

Nothing says Halloween quite like a classic pumpkin. These charming wooden pumpkins are perfect for adding a rustic, handmade touch to your Halloween décor. Whether you want to construct a small accent piece or a larger statement pumpkin, you can customize the size to fit your needs. 

To make this craft, gather the following supplies based on the size of the pumpkin you'd like to create: 

• For a small pumpkin: 

• • One 1-3/4” ball knob with a 3/8” flat head plug 

• For a medium-small pumpkin: 

• • One 2” ball knob with a 3/8” flat head plug 

• For a medium pumpkin: 

• • One 2-1/4” ball knob with a 3/8” flat head plug 

• For a large pumpkin: 

• • One 2-1/2” ball knob with a 3/8” flat head plug 

• For an extra-large pumpkin: 

• • One 3” ball knob with a 3/4" round knob (this will serve as the pumpkin’s stem) 

How to Create:  

1. Attach the flat head plug or round knob to the top of the ball knob to form the pumpkin’s stem. 
2. Paint the ball knob in classic orange or experiment with colors like white, black, or gold. 
3. Add painted details like ridges to mimic the texture of a real pumpkin. 
4. For a fun twist, decorate your pumpkin with spooky designs! 

Spider 

Bring some creepy crawlies into your Halloween crafts with this fun and easy-to-make wooden spider. This craft is perfect for adding a spooky touch to your decorations, and it's a great way to get creative with simple wooden pieces. 

To make the spider, you’ll need the following supplies: 

• One 1-1/2” ball knob (for the spider’s head) 

• One 2-1/2” ball knob (for the spider’s body) 

• Eight tie rack pegs (for the spider’s legs) 

• One 1/2” birch button (for the face or as a detail on the body) 

How to Assemble: 

1. Glue the 1-1/2” ball knob (head) to the 2-1/2” ball knob (body). 

1. Attach the eight tie rack pegs (legs) evenly around the body. 

1. Add the 1/2” birch button for extra detail. 

Once assembled, you can paint your spider in traditional black for a classic Halloween look or get creative with fun colors like purple, green, or even glitter. This wooden spider is the perfect addition to your Halloween decorations and will bring a spooky charm to any display. 

Spider Web 

Add a spooky finishing touch to your Halloween décor with this easy-to-make spider web. Perfect for displaying alongside your wooden spider, this craft is simple yet eye-catching. 

Supplies: 

• 14 standard craft sticks 
• 6 mini craft sticks 

Instructions: 

1. Create the base: Start by laying out 7 standard craft sticks in a star shape, gluing them at the center where they intersect. 

1. Build the web frame: Glue the remaining 7 standard craft sticks in between the gaps of the star shape for extra support. 

1. Add the mini craft sticks: Attach the mini craft sticks to form the inner rings of the web, layering them in a circular pattern. 

1. Paint and decorate: Paint your spider web in spooky black or any color you like. Add glitter or cobweb details for an extra eerie effect! 

Craft Spooky Masterpieces with Midwest Dowel 

Halloween is the perfect time to let your creativity shine, and with Midwest Dowel’s high-quality wood products, crafting spooky decorations has never been easier. From witches and pumpkins to spiders and webs, we have all the supplies you need to make your home feel festive and fun.  

Whether you're crafting with family or enjoying some solo DIY time, these projects are sure to add a hauntingly delightful touch to your décor.  

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