Fun and Easy DIY Halloween Wreaths Anyone Can Make
Hey there! If you’re hunting for some easy DIY Halloween wreath ideas that anyone can pull off, you’re in luck—we’ve got you covered.
I absolutely love crafting seasonal wreaths to hang on my front door or to sprinkle around the house. It’s a super simple project you can tackle while binge-watching TV (maybe the new Hocus Pocus movie!). Plus, wreath-making is a blast if you want to get together with friends for a craft night.
So, let me share some fantastic ways to create your own Halloween wreaths, complete with tons of customization ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you make a simple Halloween wreath?
The easiest route is to grab a grapevine wreath base and hot glue some spooky accents onto it.
Here are some grapevine wreath base ideas:
- 18-inch classic brown grapevine wreath base
- 18-inch black glitter grapevine wreath base
- 18-inch cream grapevine wreath base (just like the one in this post)
- Autumn leaf grapevine wreath base
- Pumpkin-shaped grapevine wreath base
Once you have your base, you can hot glue any eerie accents you want! Cover the whole base or keep it simple—totally up to you. Here are some ideas to get those creative juices flowing:
- Spiders in various sizes for a creepy effect
- Black flowers, leaves, or even oversized feathers
- Black birds—just put a bird on it!
- Pumpkins—go for classic colors or get a little wild
- Candy corn (though the real stuff might get sticky over time)
- Bones for that spooky graveyard vibe
How do you make a Halloween wreath with a wire frame?
A wire frame wreath base is perfect for those looking for more customization. If the grapevine look is too rustic for your taste, a wire frame might be the way to go!
Just wrap the wire frame in yarn or fabric and secure it with a simple tie or some hot glue.
Then, hot glue or wire your accents onto the yarn or fabric. Many of the accents I mentioned above will work great with this style too. Here are a few more fun ideas:
- Painting ping pong balls to look like oversized eyes
- Photocopying old family photos and giving them a spooky tea stain
- Adding vampire teeth and (painted) blood for a gory touch
What supplies do I need to make a Halloween wreath?
- Wreath base + accents + hot glue
Your wreath base options include foam, wire, or grapevine. If you’re using a foam base, consider painting it to match your yarn or fabric so it won’t peek through. This will add more dimension and thickness to your final wreath.
You can also mix it up by wrapping your foam base in two different colors of yarn or fabric.
How do I switch between yarn colors?
Just tie one color to the next before you start wrapping again. Make sure to keep all the knots on the backside of the wreath, and trim the tails off when you’re ready to hang it up.
Happy Halloween wreath-making!