Perhaps you’re a minimalist and a festive wreath is all you need.
Or maybe you want to get creative with DIY Halloween projects andbudget-friendly craftswhen decorating for trick-or-treaters?
No matter your style, keep reading for the best inspiration in outdoor Halloween decoration ideas.
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This vine wreath uses black ribbon and black leafy branches to create an elegant and understated look.
Layer the mat over a larger patterned rug or mat for emphasis and color contrast.
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Spray paint a faux pumpkin pink, and either freehand or stencil on the word “boo!”
in bright white paint for a cute decoration for your front door.
Add hanging ghosts, skulls, pumpkins, and other Halloween-themed decorations to complete the look.
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Spooky Glow-In-The-Dark Decor
Glow-in-the-dark objects are a great way to bring your outdoor Halloween decor to life.
Use lanterns and a glow-in-the-dark ball for a vignette by the front door.
Stick bats on siding and spiders on columns for an extra festive Halloween look.
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DIY Cloth Ghost
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Make your own hanging ghost with a few inexpensive supplies.
Use a foam ball for its head and cut out eyes and a mouth out of black felt.
Stick them on, then attach pieces of cheesecloth to form the ghost’s body.
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Attach a decorative black spider to the bottom and hang the wreath using black ribbon.
All you better recreate these are orange paper bags and a black marker to draw the faces.
Place flameless tea light candles inside for a fun accent to your front yard.
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Spooky Black Lanterns
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Use black outdoor lanterns for a subtle spooky Halloween touch.
They’ll add visual depth and contrast while carrying the holiday color theme in an elegant way.
Use orange mums and pumpkins to complete the look and give your home a festive feel.
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Hang mini skeletons, tie orange ribbons or leaves, and tuck in pumpkins to add a festive touch.
Stretch them out to create dimension and allow the bright colors of the mums to show through.
Accent hay bales with Halloween-themed decor in October and more neutral fall decor in September and November.
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Wrap cobwebs around the edges for an extra decorative touch.
Take some wire and begin looping it around the twigs starting in the middle and working your way out.
Once you’re done, spray paint the whole spider web back with spray paint.
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Add faux fall-colored leaves or a giant plastic spider and hang it on the door or fence.
You’ll need a white bedsheet, a marker, and a round foam ball.
Hang the hat with string or fishing line to create a cool floating effect.
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Add a flameless tea light inside to add illumination.
Create a grid on the table using masking tape and paint Xs and Os on pumpkins using black paint.
Place them on the table so anyone walking by can play the game.
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Use one or fill the whole tree, it’ll look scary either way.
Plus, typography is a fun way to add a statement.
Creepy Halloween Lanterns
Use black lanterns of different shapes and sizes to create an outdoor centerpiece.
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It’ll make everyone do a double-take, especially when placed in an unexpected spot!
Hang it in the doorway and it’ll sway in the wind at night for a truly frightening effect.
Minimalist Halloween Centerpiece
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Bewitched Festive Front Porch
Add extra lights to your front porch to highlight all your Halloween decor.
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There’s something haunting about a quiet library during Halloween.
Fishing line, zip ties, and Command hooks are all ideal ways to hang outdoor Halloween decorations.
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