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Halloween Haunted House

Frighteningly fun, this Haunted House craft creates a DIY Halloween decoration that towers above the rest!

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

CIY Staff

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

  • Construction Paper
  • Glue
  • Markers
  • Model Magic
  • Paint
  • Paint Brushes
  • Battery Operated Tea Light(s)
  • Clear Tape
  • Pencil(s)
  • Upcycled Cardboard

Steps

  • Step 1

    Sketch haunted house yard on upcycled cardboard. Cut out.

  • Step 2

    Cover cardboard in green paint. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 3

    Roll construction paper sheet into cylinder to create tower. Tape to secure.

  • Step 4

    Draw details on tower with metallic markers.

  • Step 5

    Add glue to bottom of tower and press down on yard.

  • Step 6

    Sketch and cut construction paper circle. Cut slit to middle of circle. Wrap into cone shape to create roof. Tape to secure.

  • Step 7

    Draw details on roof with metallic markers.

  • Step 8

    Add glue to top of tower and place roof on top.

  • Step 9

    Repeat steps 6–9 for more towers.

  • Step 10

    Mold Model Magic into decorations such as pumpkins, spiders, and a witch’s hat. Glue to yard. Let all glue and Model Magic steps dry overnight.

  • Step 11

    Place battery-operated tea lights into towers with windows for a spooky glow.

  • Step 12

    Display your haunted house for all Halloween visitors to see!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

  • Add even more detail to your castle towers by cutting out elements like windows, gates, and battlements.
  • You can also cover paper towel rolls with Crayola Washable Paint and cut to different lengths to create towers.

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