Halloween fans rejoice! If you’re a fan of DIY projects and decorating, you’ve come to the right place. Below I’ve compiled a list 25 spooky & eye-catching DIY Outdoor Halloween decorations.
Halloween is my favorite holiday. I absolutely love it! Especially when it comes to decorating. If you’re a fan of all things spooky like me, then you’ll definitely enjoy looking at the many DIY Halloween decorations for outside that I feature below. Some are from my own blog posts, and others are from other Halloween-obsessed creatives!
There is nothing better than making your own DIY Halloween yard decorations especially when you can do mostly on a budget! This is how we have a wide-variety of outdoor decorations because we have utilized materials like wood pallets that are free and found near the dumpster! You can find our Halloween wood pallet fences, graveyard crosses, and rustic wood coffin made from pallets! It takes a little bit of strength to remove the nails, but worth the price tag of free! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional, there are projects for all levels of experience!
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FAQs
I feel that the best and cheapest way to decorate your outside for Halloween is to make your decorations yourself! DIY decor is fun, cost-effective, and customizable for whatever you are looking to decorate. You can often find cheap materials for projects at the Dollar Store and other cheap retailers. However, if you do prefer store-bought decorations, I recommend purchasing decorations for the next season after the last one has passed, when the sales and clearance prices are marked!
Either at the end of September or beginning of October I’ll start prepping for Halloween and putting decorations in the front yard and around the house. Whatever you prefer!
I usually start decorating for fall time end of August or early September, then at the end of September or first week of October I start decorating for Halloween.
Tips and Tricks
Here are a few of my favorite tips and tricks when making my own Halloween decorations.
- Repurpose Everyday Items – Use items you already have around the house, such as jars, cardboard boxes, trash bags, and old clothes. These can be transformed into spooky props like lanterns, tombstones, spider webs, or scarecrows.
- Add a Distressed or Aged Look – Make decorations appear more authentic by using techniques like sanding the edges of cardboard tombstones, staining fabric with tea, or adding black paint to objects to create a worn, aged effect.
- Use Low-Cost Materials – Dollar stores and thrift shops are great places to find affordable supplies like plastic skeletons, faux spiders, fabric, or LED candles. Look for items that can be easily customized or repurposed.
- Incorporate Lighting for a Spooky Atmosphere – Use string lights, LED candles, or glow sticks to add an eerie glow to your decorations. Place lights inside jack-o’-lanterns, behind paper silhouettes, or under sheer fabric to create a ghostly effect.
- Use Natural Elements – Incorporate real branches, leaves, pinecones, and other natural materials for a creepy, organic look. You can also spray-paint these items black for a more dramatic effect.
- Make It Weatherproof for Outdoor Use – I feel like this is a given being that we are talking about decorating for outside; however; seal them with a weatherproof spray or use materials like plastic, vinyl, or foam that can withstand the elements. Hot glue is often more durable for outdoor items than regular craft glue.
- Get Creative with Paint – Paint is your best friend! Use spray paint or acrylics to give objects a Halloween-themed makeover. Black, orange, white, purple, and metallic colors like silver or gold can transform everyday items into festive décor. I once spray painted artificial ivy black so I could make it look dead!
- Make Decorations Reusable – Consider durability when crafting your decorations, so you can reuse them in future years. Store items carefully after Halloween to preserve them for the next season. Most of my decor I’ve been using for over a decade because they get stored well throughout the year.
- Don’t Overlook the Small Details – Adding small accents like plastic insects, fake blood, or skeleton hands can bring your decoration to life. The little details often make the biggest difference. I always use real moss from trees when decorating because it’s free and gives a great spooky effect!
25 DIY Outdoor Halloween Decorations
Halloween fans rejoice! If you're a fan of DIY projects and decorating, you've come to the right place. Below I've compiled a list 25 DIY Outdoor Halloween decorations.
These Zombie planted hands are so simple to make and will definitely catch the eye of any trick or treaters coming your way.
Make a big impact by using plastic skeletons to climb up the walls of your home.
Try making Paper Lantern hanging ghosts for a fun and spooky twist on the entrance of your home.
Oh so spooky! These Glow in the Dark Monster Pillows are the perfect touch to your Halloween decor. Try out this DIY to make your own this October.
Looking for an out-of-the-box decoration this Halloween Try making your own rustic wood coffin like I did in this DIY, you will love the results!
These Floating Head hanging ghosts are sure to spook any visitors who dare to come your way this Halloween! Try out this easy DIY yourself for a frightful new decoration.
Looking to make your yard look extra spooky for Halloween? Learn how to make a Halloween Wood Pallet Fence for just about free thanks to free pallets found in the trash!
Inexpensive and easy to make? Yes please! Try making your own eye-catching Halloween wreath, with materials all found at the Dollar Store.
This outdoor DIY Graveyard tomb display is so creative and customizable! Have fun making your own tombstones with the family and check out the how-to, courtesy of Flamingo Toes!
These Corn husk brooms are the perfect touch of fall to add to your home!
For a subtle but eerie touch to your outdoor Halloween decorations, craft your own Crows-in-waiting display following my easy DIY tutorial!
Going out trick or treating and need to leave candy behind? Check out how to make this Halloween candy door hanger.
Looking for something scary to put outside your home this Halloween? Check out this tutorial for how to make your own human-sized ghosts, eek!
This DIY I've made for Halloween Graveyard Stakes never fails to catch attention in my front yard. Try this easy tutorial for yourself and you'll wish you had found it sooner!
Calling all the creepy! Check out this Asylum Halloween decor, courtesy of Brooklyn Limestone.
Transform your home into a monster house! You won't be able to look away if you make this DIY halloween monster decor for your outdoor entrance.
Looking to make inexpensive Halloween decorations for your yard? Make this Witch Wood Cut-Out that includes a free printable to make this witch silhouette yard decor.
A custom Halloween wreath for less than $10? How could you say no? Try making your own budget-friendly wreath for Halloween!
Did someone say there was a spider? Check out this larger than life spooky DIY spider decoration which is sure to give someone a fright!
Take some inspiration form the Wizard of Oz, and make your own squashed witch! Careful not to step on her boots!
Make your own spooky "Keep Out" decorations for any door of your home by following this easy DIY I've linked from Crafts by Amanda.
This "Boo" sign for Halloween is sure to have people oogling at the sight of it! Try this fun and colorful DIY for a new decoration this Halloween.
This Halloween decoration idea is super easy and inexpensive to make, and you likely already have the materials it requires around your house! Check out this DIY for ghostly milk jugs.
DIY Halloween Costumes
Still looking for a costume to make? Check out a few of my favorite homemade Halloween costumes.
I hope this list of 25 Halloween DIY Yard Decor Ideas helps you get to decorating for this upcoming Halloween season! What DIY outdoor decor projects are you going to tackle?
If you make any of these DIY Halloween yard decor items, I would be honored and love for you to take the time to leave a comment! I spend hours developing and testing these projects, and always love to hear feedback and user experience!
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