Glow-in-the-dark decor works for both outdoor displays and indoor parties, and most of it is reusable for years since it’s paint or UV-reactive material rather than something that gets thrown away. Photo by David Liu on Unsplash 1. Glow Paint Handprint Ghosts Dip hands in glow-in-the-dark fabric paint and press onto black poster board for … Continue reading 5 Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween Decorating Ideas

A wreath is the fastest way to make your entryway feel decorated without committing to a full yard display. This version uses a plain foam or grapevine base you can find at any craft store. Photo by CrowN on Unsplash What You'll Need A grapevine or foam wreath base (14-16 inch) Black and orange ribbon … Continue reading DIY Halloween Wreath for Your Front Door

Glow-in-the-dark decor works for both outdoor displays and indoor parties, and most of it is reusable for years since it's paint or UV-reactive material rather than something that gets thrown away. Photo by

Skip the plain candy bowl this year — a themed grazing board is the easiest way to make your Halloween spread look intentional, and it doubles as decor. Photo by Farhad Ibrahimzade on Unsplash What You'll Need A large wooden board or flat tray A mix of cheeses (a dark-rind cheese, orange cheddar, and a … Continue reading Halloween Grazing Graveyard: A DIY Charcuterie Board

Trunk-or-treat events have become a genuine Halloween tradition in a lot of neighborhoods and churches — a safer, more contained alternative to walking door to door. If you've got a car and an afternoon, here are five themes that photograph well and don't require a garage full of props. Photo by Selvin Esteban 1. Pirate … Continue reading 5 Trunk-or-Treat Decorating Ideas That Don’t Require a Truck Full of Supplies

Halloween nails don't have to mean booking a salon appointment. These five designs are genuinely doable with basic polish and a thin detail brush — no nail art experience required. Photo by pariwat pannium on Unsplash 1. Spiderweb Accent Nail The easiest "wow" design on this list, and it only takes one nail per hand … Continue reading 5 Easy Halloween Nail Art Designs You Can Do at Home

Pet costumes are having a real moment — more owners than ever are dressing up their pets for Halloween, and pumpkin-style costumes remain the most popular pick every year. Here are five costume ideas that don't require any sewing, so you can put one together in an afternoon. Photo by Paige Cody on Unsplash 1. … Continue reading 5 No-Sew DIY Halloween Costumes for Dogs and Cats