Horrifying and Hilarious Halloween Lawn Decorations to Wow the Neighbor Kids
Halloween might still look a little different this year thanks to the pandemic, but that's all the more reason to go big with decor. Sure, you could whip up something homemade, but it's already crunch time. Whether you're looking for something classic, a little funny, or a haunted-house worthy fright, we've got you covered. Here are some of our favorite spooky and spirited decorations.
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$34 from Amazon
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Surprise a few trick-or-treaters by setting up this ghoulish zombie to "break free" from your flower bed or pot of mums. It's made of weather-resistant plastic, but could easily be used indoors, too.
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$14 from Amazon
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Arachnophobes, look away. Not only is this spindly spider a whopping 4 feet, it also shakes and lights up in response to sound and movement. A 12-foot web is included for maximum ick factor.
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$20 from Etsy
This custom prop from Etsy is both creepy and darkly funny. Personalize jars not just with your face, but celebrities, politicians, even your pets.
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$31 from Amazon
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This hand-painted light-up tree is a quirky nod to the vintage Christmas decoration that will pop up on mantels nationwide in another couple months. The orange and purple bulbs light up with three AAA batteries.
$98 from Walmart
Posable skeletons are all the rage, and it's easy to see why: They can transform even your cozy front-porch rocker into a spooky Halloween prop. Even better: No assembly is required for this ol' bag of bones.
$50 from Amazon
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What better than a pair of 3-foot bloodshot eyeballs to watch over your property on a dark and stormy night? (You may even want to keep them out after Halloween to keep an eye on that problem neighbor.)
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$10 and up from Etsy
Stick these grasping hands onto any wall that needs a little something extra, or even better, up and down a dim staircase. Add some dripping red paint for maximum creep-out factor.
$20 from Amazon
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Turn a garage door, doorway, or blank wall into a hungry monster with this 11-piece set of stick-on decorations, made of waterproof plastic. The eyes and biggest fangs measure over 2 feet.
$259 from AtmosFX
Turn windows or walls into something straight out of a horror film with this projector kit. It comes with 12 Halloween decorations to keep the frights coming all night long. Not finding anything in this collection that's chilling enough for you? Check out the AtmosFX site directly for even more digital decorations that'll raise the fear factor.
$20 from Home Depot
Remake that lush lawn into a creepy old graveyard with this metal tombstones, which will outlast competitors' cheaper foam decorations. It measures 24 inches tall, and metal stakes are included.
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If you're more into the Joanna Gaines version of Halloween, we've got you covered, too. This four-pack of adorably rustic-chic cotton linen pillow covers will go especially well with all that shiplap.
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$15 from Target
Let those whippersnappers know you're watching them with this campy eyeball doorbell. It's battery-powered, so you can also sit it right by that temptingly unattended bowl of candy.
$18 from Amazon
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These three 16-inch nylon bats come with clear strings attached, so you can set them up to dive-bomb visitors on your porch, hang them from lights inside, or stick them anywhere else that needs a little extra spook factor.
$12 from Amazon
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They might be a little more cheerful than spooky, but these two LED jack-o'-lanterns also won't rot on your porch. They come with a convenient remote and will shut off on their own after two to eight hours.
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$15 from Amazon
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Sure, you could make this pair of metal signs part of your Halloween decor, but if you ask us, they'd do a pretty good job freaking out your neighbors all year long.
$10 from Target
Don't look now, but something is digging a hole in your yard, and it's not a pesky mole. You can also opt for zombie hands and even witches' feet.
$19 from Amazon
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If you prefer your Halloween decor a little more subtle and classy, this 14-inch black feather wreath would look equally striking over a mantel or on a brightly painted front door.
$14 from Amazon
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This 1,000-foot roll of biohazard tape seems particularly appropriate for your pandemic Halloween. Make it part of your decor, or use it to keep trick-or-treaters and teen pranksters much farther than 6 feet from your front door.
$12 from Bed Bath & Beyond
Here's one way to moderate your candy intake during Halloween. Put the good stuff in this bowl, and the moving mummy had will be more than happy to remind you when you've had too much.
$28 from Amazon
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With its spindly, posable branches, orange LEDs, and jack-o'-lanterns, this is one piece of decor that really helps set the mood. In addition to this 4-footer, there's a 1.5-foot version that's great as a table centerpiece, and a 6-foot version.
$25 from Amazon
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Hang a few of these guys from your biggest tree for a truly ominous effect. At 72 inches long, they're big enough to spook anyone, but they're also collapsible, making them practical to store from year to year.
$68 and up from Etsy
No scare factor here, but the rustic cuteness is off the charts. Choose from four, six, eight, or 10 signs, and personalize them with the creepy destinations of your choice.
$7 from Amazon
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A little bit creepy and a little bit classy, this spiderweb mantel cover is a quick and easy way to add a little Halloween ambience to the focal point of your home.
$40 from Amazon
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Why settle for boring window clings when you can use this suction-cup peeping Tom to scare your family and friends? Made of vinyl, it's the perfect prop for a prank on any stormy night, not just Halloween.
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$5 from Walmart
Put away that orange and black crepe paper — if you want to decorate a table, mantel, or wall, this 6-foot plastic metal chain is way more eye-catching.
$29 from Amazon
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Light up the night with this 14-foot string of orange and purple witch-hat party lights. Each hat has seven LEDs that can be controlled with a remote. Adjust the brightness or switch between flash, fade, and other light modes.
$16 from Amazon
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This 53-inch weather-resistant ghost has a metal body and arms, making it easy to wrap around trees, porch pillars, mailboxes, or lamp posts.
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