25 Ghost Craft Ideas for Kids
Get ready for some spooky fun with these adorable ghost craft ideas for kids!
Whether you’re preparing for Halloween, a classroom activity, or a rainy day, these crafts are perfect for little hands and big imaginations.
These simple and creative projects use easy-to-find supplies and are sure to bring plenty of giggles.
So grab the glue, scissors, and a little imagination because it’s time to make some boo-tiful memories with your kids!
Paper Plate Ghosts
Looking for a super simple craft that everyone can enjoy?
These paper plate ghosts are an absolute classic, and they only require basic craft supplies that you likely have on hand already.
All you need is a paper plate, some colored paper, and googly eyes.
These ghosts are perfect for hanging around the house to add a touch of handmade Halloween charm!
Cotton Ball Ghosts
Get ready for some serious giggles with adorable Cotton Ball Ghosts!
This craft isn’t just incredibly easy, but it also uses everyday materials and sparks imaginative play long after the crafting is done.
All you need are some cotton balls, glue, black marker, and googly eyes.
You can start by pulling the cotton balls apart some to make the ghost shape.
Then get creative with the faces!
Tissue Paper Ghost Garland
Add a touch of supernatural fun to any space with a strand of Tissue Paper Ghost Garland!
Kids will love drawing ghostly faces on white and black tissue paper, creating their own ghosts.
String them up across a doorway, over a mantel, or in a window for a ghostly decoration that’s light as air and full of Halloween flair!
Handprint Ghost Art
Capture your kids’ precious little hands forever with some adorable Handprint Ghost Art.
This sentimental craft is perfect for all ages, which means even the older children in your life can get in on the fun!
Simply paint your child’s hand white, press it onto dark paper, and add a ghostly face to turn their unique handprint into a cute, personalized ghost.
This simple activity results in a sweet keepsake that you’ll treasure for years to come!
Popsicle Stick Ghost Magnets
If you’re looking for a Halloween craft that’s both cute and practical, then Popsicle Stick Ghost Magnets are the perfect choice for you!
Easy to assemble and endlessly customizable, kids will love transforming simple craft sticks into their own friendly or spooky ghost pals.
After gluing your popsicle sticks together and designing a ghostly face, wait for it to dry before sticking a magnet on the back.
Now you’ve got a cute, handmade decoration that’s ready to haunt your fridge all season long!
Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost Jars
Light up your spooky season by helping your kids make Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost Jars that shine with eerie seasonal fun!
All you need for this craft are some clean glass jars, cotton balls, glow stick liquid, and a little imagination.
Fill your jars with cotton balls and glow stick liquid before drawing ghost faces on the outside with a black marker.
Turn off the lights and watch as these hauntingly beautiful ghosts brighten up the night!
Egg Carton Ghost Ornaments
Egg Carton Ghost Ornaments are a fantastic way for your kids to transform everyday recyclables into super cute Halloween decor!
Cut out individual egg cups from the carton, decorate each to look like a ghost, then add some string for hanging.
Kids will love giving each individual one its own ghostly personality, and you’ll love that they’re engaging in an eco-friendly activity.
These ornaments are a fun way to bring a touch of handmade charm to your haunted home!
Ghost Windsocks
Want to add some fun movement to your Halloween decor?
Adorable, homemade Ghost Windsocks are just the trick!
Your children will have a blast transforming simple white paper or fabric into friendly ghosts that “float” and dance in the breeze.
Watch as these cute ghosts billow and sway, bringing a delightful and airy spirit to your spooky season!
Recycled Bottle Ghost Lanterns
Go green this Halloween season by helping your kids create their own Recycled Bottle Ghost Lanterns!
Take some empty plastic bottles and let your little ones draw ghost faces onto each one with markers.
Pop a safe, battery-operated tealight into each one to give it its exciting glow.
This craft is perfect for decorating a windowsill, lining a walkway for trick-or-treaters, or adding an eerie, eco-friendly glow to your Halloween party.
Ghost Footprint Paintings
Ghost Footprint Paintings are another super sweet way to create a spirited holiday keepsake.
Dip your little one’s foot into white paint before pressing it down onto dark paper.
Once dry, add some spooky eyes and a mouth using a marker.
This sweet activity is a precious memory and a fun art project rolled into one!
Felt Ghost Plushies
Ready for a ghost-inspired craft that’s soft, cuddly, and oh-so-cute?
Felt Ghost Plushies are a delightful project for kids who enjoy a bit of sewing (or even just gluing!).
You can easily cut out the simple ghost shapes from felt and fill them with stuffing, then glue or sew them together.
With soft felt and a bit of imagination, you’ll design adorable ghost plushies that your kids will love to squeeze!
Ghost Lollipop Treats
In just a few steps, you can turn ordinary lollipops into ghoulishly delightful Ghost Lollipop Treats!
All you need to create these cute little phantoms is lollipops, white tissue paper, some ribbon, and a black marker.
Start by wrapping each lollipop with tissue paper and tying them up before designing uniquely adorable spooky faces.
These make for fantastic party favors, trick-or-treat handouts, or just a fun and sweet surprise!
Coffee Filter Ghost Decorations
Light as a feather and wonderfully fun, Coffee Filter Ghost Decorations are a breeze to make for all ages!
Simply unfold and flatten coffee filters, draw on some silly or scary ghost faces, and string them up wherever you’d like to add some holiday flair.
These are perfect for hanging from doorways and windows, adding a haunting touch to your house during the Halloween season!
Mason Jar Ghost Candle Holders
If you’re ready to cast a cozy, spooky glow on all of your Halloween festivities, then Mason Jar Ghost Candle Holders are a great craft for you!
Your kids will love adding spooky faces to small pieces of white fabric before wrapping them around mason jars.
Once complete, pop in some flameless, battery-operated lights and watch as the ghosts illuminate your space with an eerie, enchanting glow.
Ghost Suncatchers
Brighten up your windows this season with some simple yet adorable Ghost Suncatchers!
Using tissue paper or colored cellophane, your kids can capture the magic of the season and add a delicate, spooky touch to your home.
Hang them up where the sun can reach them, and watch as they bring a truly enchanting and airy vibe to your Halloween decor!
Ghost Paper Bag Puppets
Get ready for some spirited storytelling and playful performances with these easy-peasy Ghost Bag Puppets!
Kids will enjoy transforming simple white paper bags into their very own friendly ghost characters with just a little drawing.
Once they’re done, the spooky Halloween show can begin!
Floating Cheesecloth Ghosts
Floating Cheesecloth Ghosts are incredibly simple to make but deliver maximum spookiness!
Kids will think it’s magical that a little cheesecloth can become such an impressive, almost lifelike ghostly figure.
Hang them individually or create a whole ghostly gathering to transform any space into a haunted haven.
These specters are perfect for surprising trick-or-treaters or setting an eerie scene at your next Halloween get-together!
Ghost Bookmark Corners
Encourage your little ones’ love for reading by helping them craft some Ghost Bookmark Corners!
Using paper or felt, your children can fold and cut out clever little ghosts that slip right onto the corner of a book page.
They’re a fun and subtle way to add a touch of Halloween flair to their favorite stories!
Ghost Window Clings
Ready to haunt your windows with some adorable spectral sightings?
Ghost Window Clings are a fantastic, mess-free way to bring some Halloween spirit to your home!
Using puffy paint or even a mixture of glue and dish soap, kids can draw ghost shapes onto wax paper.
Then let them dry and peel, and stick them onto windows.
They’re a temporary yet fun way to decorate for the spookiest season of the year!
Ghost Pom-Poms
Fluffy, cute, and full of character, Ghost Pom-Poms are a delightful craft for little hands!
Simply use small white pom-poms and glue them to paper to create your ghost figures.
Attach these ghosts to keychains or simply play with them to add some sweetness to the Halloween season.
Ghost Rock Painting
Ghost Rock Painting is a fantastic activity for those who are looking to combine nature with a little Halloween fun!
Kids will have loads of fun searching for perfect rocks and then paint them into ghost figures.
Once dry, these cute characters can be hidden in your garden or placed around the house as unique decor.
Ghost Cup Stacking Game
By creating your own homemade Ghost Cup Stacking Game, you’ll add some ghoulishly good fun and a challenge for little hands to your holiday!
This craft lets children creatively decorate simple plastic cups to look like a crew of friendly ghosts before getting the competition started.
Once your cups are ready, see who can stack their ghosts the highest or the fastest without them toppling over.
It’s a perfect party game, rainy-day activity, or just a fun way to practice motor skills with a Halloween twist!
Ghost Garland with String
If you’ve been searching for a minimalist, kid-friendly decoration, then Ghost Garland with String may be the perfect craft for you.
All that your kids need to do is cut out simple ghost shapes from white paper or felt, draw on some spooky faces, and then string together.
This clean and classic garland is perfect for draping across a wall, mantel, or doorway for an instant festive touch!
Ghost Pinwheels
Add some fun to your Halloween decor with delightful Ghost Pinwheels!
This craft is not only visually engaging as the wheels spin, but it’s also a fantastic way for kids to practice their cutting and folding skills.
Take your paper and turn it into a pinwheel, then stick on a craft stick then decorate with a ghost face.
Perfect for decorating your porch, sitting in a planter, or even using as a fun centerpiece.
Ghost Wreath
Welcome guests into your home with a friendly, spooky greeting right at your door with a homemade Ghost Wreath!
This craft is a great way for your kids to create a personalized piece of Halloween decor that will make a big impact.
Kids can attach various ghost cutouts, felt ghosts, or even mini ghost plushies to create this ghostly greeting.
It’s a fun way to show off your little ones’ creativity while getting into the Halloween spirit!
Ghost Kids Crafts
Now that you have all of these ghost crafts to try, you can bring ghostly good times into your home with the help of your little ones.
Whether you’re hanging paper plate ghosts from the ceiling or painting rocks, remember the best part is always the smiles and memories made.
Have fun and let your imagination run wild this Halloween. Happy crafting!
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