Give Your Trick-Or-Treaters a Spooky Welcome with These Halloween Porch Decorations
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If you're counting down the days until Halloween, you aren't alone! Fall isn't here quite yet, but we're already thinking about crisp breezes, cozy coats, pumpkin spice everything, and roaring fire pits. That means you're also probably thinking ahead to the most ghostly night of the year! There's so much frightening fun to be had, from watching your favorite scary movies to picking the perfect family Halloween costume, to decorating your house for the big day. So, to help you set the spooky mood, we've created this list of Halloween porch decorations–so you can create your own personal haunted house this October. Get ready to prepare... if you dare!
When it comes to your outdoor Halloween decorations, you can opt to keep your outdoor entryway festively cute, make it downright creepy, or take some inspiration from Ree Drummond. Her ideal Halloween décor: "I like to add something spooky while still keeping everything pretty and bright," she says. You'll find a little bit of everything on this list. Make your friends, family, neighbors, and trick-or-treaters do a double-take (if they're brave enough!) with DIY Halloween door decorations like wicked wreaths, light-up ghosts, and pumpkin decorations. There's even some Halloween window decorations to take inspo from. And if you really want to impress, go for a Halloween inflatable. Take a look at these ideas, and soon enough, you'll be the proud owner of the spookiest house on the street!
Halloween Balloons
We think this idea is so cute we could burst! Add a unique touch of whimsy to your porch décor with Halloween-themed balloons. Blow them up then dress them to your heart's desire by drawing faces and phrases or adding bat wings!
See more at Design Improvised.
Spiderweb Doormat
This idea has definitely caught us in its web... get it? Decorate your own creepy, crawly doormat with white fabric paint. It's just as easy as it is eerie.
See more at Delia Creates.
Spooky Decorated Planters
Even the planters that sit on your porch year-round can get in on the spooky spirit! There's several ideas here: Wrap the pots in crime scene tape or decorate them with Halloween knickknacks like skull figurines, gauze, and chains.
See more at Average But Inspired.
Grinning Jack-o-Lantern Candy Holder
Any trick-or-treaters who visit your house will be greeted with less scares and more sweets thanks to this super nifty (and super gourd looking) candy holder!
See more at Dream A Little Bigger.
Halloween Character Luminaries
Ghosts and Frankenstein and Dracula, oh my! Turn your favorite faces of Halloween into the cutest lanterns with just a few simple steps and some tea lights. This one also doubles as Halloween crafts for kids!
See more at The Craft Patch.
Floating Witch Hats
This idea is absolutely bewitching, if we do say so ourselves! Easily hang witch hats with fishing line and tacks to enchant your front porch this Halloween. You can even make them light up for some extra magic!
See more at R&R at Home.
Giant Spider and Spider Web
There's nothing creepier than a giant spider! All you'll need to quickly weave this DIY web is some rope and this easy tutorial.
See more at Decor Hint.
Life-Size Skeletons
Skeletons are a great way to have some bone-chilling fun with your outdoor décor. Dress them up and prop them on your porch chairs to greet your trick-or-treaters this year.
See more at Life Love Larson.
Jack-O'-Lanterns
What could be more classically Halloween than displaying jack-o'-lanterns on your porch? Carve a spooky face into your pumpkin and place a candle inside to light the night on All Hallows' Eve.
See more at Homes To Love.
Flying Bats
This front door décor is just batty! To recreate the look, grab a pack of bat cutouts (or make your own), and strategically secure the creatures to your door. You can offset the spookiness with some pretty pastel pumpkins.
See more at Modern Glam.
Neutral Jack-O'-Lanterns
If you're going for less chilling and more chic this Halloween, put a twist on the classic jack-o'-lantern with some faux pumpkins and a can of white spray paint. We're also loving the lined staircase look!
See more at Liz Marie.
Glowing Ghosts
Lead trick-or-treaters right to your doorstep with these un-boo-lievably cute light-up ghosts. It's an easy craft that should take less than an hour to complete!
See more at Thrift Diving.
Trees with Ravens
We're taking inspo from Edgar Allan Poe's classic poem "The Raven" with this one. Gather sticks and branches to DIY your own trees, then add a few store-bought raven figurines to finish it off.
See more at Create Craft Love.
Boo Sign
It's not Halloween without a boo or two. Make porch signs with paint and old wood to add festive fun to your outdoor space this October.
See more at Olivia Ohern.
Halloween Pillows
Don't forget to dress up your outdoor seating area for the holiday, too! Throw a few Halloween pillows on your benches or chairs for a fabulously frightening final touch.
See more at Design Dazzle.
Coffin Welcome Sign
You can also use wood signs to send a creepy message to whoever dares enter your haunted home! This coffin-shaped porch leaner adds just the right amount of spookiness.
See more at K and G Make It.
Halloween Wreath
Give your door a festively fresh new look with this DIY Halloween wreath. Your guests will love it–plus it can be created for less than $15, in less than 15 minutes!
See more at Sunny Side Design.
Pumpkin Topiary
Put a spooky spin on your pumpkin display this October by DIYing these Jack-o'-lantern topiaries! Pro tip: Use faux pumpkins so your boo-tiful design doesn't rot.
See more at Polkadot Chair.
Black Cat-O'-Lanterns
There's no need to be superstitious about this fun setup! Switch up your gourd decorations this Halloween by DIYIng these black cat-o'-lanterns. They're made from stacked pumpkins and black paint. Place a candle inside and watch these felines come to life.
See more at Wonderful DIY.
Graveyard Lanterns
Easily make these haunted luminaries with supplies you probably already have at home! Think: 2-liter soda bottles, cheesecloth, and tea lights. They make the perfect spooky porch accessory!
See more at The SITS girls.
Tombstones
Create a cemetery right in your own front yard with DIY tombstones. Foam board insulation and grey paint are the big items you'll need for this chilling project.
See more at The Lady DIY.
Halloween Curtains
If you're going for the haunted house effect this Halloween–look no further than this easy DIY project! In just a few steps, you can whip up these hand-distressed gauze curtains that are sure to give a scare.
See more at Home Style Austin.
Halloween Character Posts
Ghosts and mummies and monsters, oh my! Easily transform old fence boards and other recycled materials into the usual Halloween suspects in no time! They're everything your porch needs this October.
See more at Making Manzanita.
Skeleton Cages
Rattle any passerby with these super simple and inexpensive DIY skeleton cages. Start with laundry baskets and spray paint, then zip tie the pieces together. It's that easy!
See more at Home Talk.
Pumpkin Arch
Never fear–we promise this pumpkin arch is much easier to build than it looks! It might take some time, but the final product is so worth it. I mean, just look at that spook-tacular doorway!
See more at Crazi Carlos.
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