It might still be hot outside, but spooky season starts early around here—especially when it comes to handmade decor. This cozy standing ghost is the perfect project to kick off your Halloween crafting, using just a few easy supplies like felt, fabric, craft foam, creepy cloth, and a bit of imagination. I added little spiders, bats, and a soft creepy bow to give it a whimsical haunted feel.
Whether you're prepping early for fall markets, decorating your craft shelf, or just getting a head start on Halloween, this DIY ghost brings that soft, spooky charm that’s perfect for any handmade Halloween setup. Keep reading for the full tutorial and some cozy inspiration for your own ghostly creation!
BELOW IS THE SUPPLIES I USED MINUS THE WOOD ROUND AND THE SKEWER
✂️ Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Build the Ghost Base
Start by hot gluing skewers into your craft foam balls—this creates the “head” and support post for each ghost. I used three foam balls and three skewers to make a trio in different heights. Just cut two of the skewers to different lengths (short, medium, and tall) for variety.
2. Attach to the Wood Base
Using a pencil or small tool, make holes in your wooden rounds to fit the skewers. Add a little hot glue in the holes and press the skewers in firmly so your ghosts stand tall and stable.
3. Drape the Fabric
Take your white fabric (I used lightweight cotton), and gently drape it over each foam ball so it falls naturally to the base. Gather the fabric at the bottom where it meets the skewer, and use a rubber band to secure it around the “neck” of the ghost.
4. Add Creepy Cloth Layers
Next, do the same with creepy cloth—layering it right over the fabric. The soft, tattered texture gives the ghost a cozy but haunted look. Again, gather it at the base of the foam ball and secure with ribbon.
5. Tie It Up with Ribbon
I used a Halloween-themed spiderweb ribbon to tie around the base of the ghost’s head where the fabric gathers. This helps hold the layers in place and adds a cute decorative touch.
6. Create the Ghost Faces
Cut small eyes and a mouth from black felt and hot glue them onto the front of the fabric to bring each ghost to life. You can go cute, spooky, or even give each one its own expression!
7. Add the Finishing Touches
To finish each ghost, I hot glued a little black ribbon bow and Halloween twine bow to the front. Then I added a small plastic bat right in the center of the bow and glued tiny plastic spiders crawling across the creepy cloth.
I love how these little ghosts turned out—each one has its own personality, and the mix of soft fabric and spooky details gives them that perfect handmade Halloween charm. This project is simple, budget-friendly, and a great way to get a head start on fall decorating (even if it’s still summer!).
If you try making your own standing ghost, I’d love to see it! Tag me on social media or drop a comment below and tell me how you styled yours. And don’t forget to pin this tutorial so you can come back to it when the spooky season officially rolls in.
Happy crafting and happy haunting! 👻🖤
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