35 DIY Halloween Wreaths to Make Your Front Door Frightfully Festive
Will trick-or-treaters dare knock?
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There are so many ways to get creative in October, including DIY Halloween costumes and spooky crafts for kids! Just look at your neighbor's porch or entryway, and you'll see everyone flexing their crafting skills with Halloween decorations galore. Spiders, witch hats, and jack-o'-lanterns are just the start. And it's pretty safe to say that the centerpiece of your home—your front door!—deserves the most attention. So why not adorn it with one of these adorable Halloween wreaths?
It makes sense if you think about it. Halloween door decorations are the first thing your trick-or-treaters or costume party guests will see when they show up at your home. That's why this list of the best DIY Halloween wreath ideas was created! It's full of cute, spooky, and sweet options, so you can give a warm welcome to all your ghouls and goblins. They're not only frightfully fun but incredibly easy to make, too.
Entice visitors with a Halloween-themed, rainbow-colored wreath—which, by the way, doubles as a pumpkin craft you can do with the kids! Plus, there are a few fall wreaths that you can leave up through the season. But if you'd prefer to stick with a darker, spookier vibe that matches the overall atmosphere of the holiday, you can make that happen, too: These ideas include skull-shaped wreaths, wreaths laden with black crows and witch silhouettes, and plenty of other eerie options. Your houseguests will be almost (almost!) too afraid to knock.
Keep crafting all month long:
Retro Paper Fan Wreath
Everyone who knocks is sure to get a delightful dose of nostalgia when you DIY this wreath! This easy-to-make wreath combines vibrant paper fans and festive confetti with a simple foam base for the most charming door decoration.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Black Glitter Twig Wreath
This whimsical wreath comes together with an abundance of black, glittery twigs to create a spooky yet stylish decoration. Perfect for adding a modern, eye-catching piece to your porch!
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Cloth.
Ghost Wreath
Spookify your space with an adorable ghost wreath! This fun and festive craft turns ping pong or styrofoam balls into friendly little spirits using tissue paper. Assemble them on an embroidery hoop and you're ready to welcome your ghostly guests.
Get the tutorial at Handmade Charlotte.
Cornstalk Wreath
You can easily celebrate the beauty of the harvest season with this festive DIY! The wreath uses fresh cornstalks to bring a natural, rustic touch to your entryway. Hang it up for Halloween, then leave it out for the rest of fall, too.
Get the tutorial at Delia Creates.
Witch Wreath
Want to really cast a spell on your trick-or-treaters? This whimsical Halloween wreath features playful witch-themed elements, like a hat, broom, and dangling legs to create a fun and festive statement for your front door.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Faux Pumpkin Wreath
For a wreath that leans less creepy and more cute, go for a beloved Halloween motif. Faux mini pumpkins placed strategically on a grapevine wreath base make this one the cutest in the patch.
Straw Farmhouse Wreath
A variety of vibrant fall foliage comes together to make a wreath that you can hang on your door for Halloween, then keep up through the remainder of the autumn season as well.
Neutral Pumpkin Wreath
You can keep your Halloween décor on theme with the rest of your home by opting for a neutral color scheme. Faux pumpkins in shades of whites and greens atop a wreath of natural elements will match with mostly anything!
Mesh and Eyeball Wreath
Keep an eye out for guests and trick-or-treaters with this slightly creepy yet whimsical wreath. Assemble it with ease―you don't even need hot glue!
Get the tutorial at Polka Dot Chair.
Berry Halloween Wreath
If you want to go a little more elegant and less over-the-top, try this berry pretty wreath. All you have to do is find black, orange, and purple berry sprigs and alternate the colors as you go around.
Get the tutorial at That's What Che Said.
Yarn Ball Spider Wreath
You need a little patience to wrap multiple balls of yarn. But once that's done, this cute little wreath comes together with ease. Those little yarn spiders are more cute than creepy.
See more at Kid Friendly Things to Do.
Black Crepe Paper Wreath
Black crepe paper flowers make an elegant arrangement with just the right amount of spookiness to evoke the holiday. Making the flowers by hand allows you to give each one more character.
Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.
Pinecone Monster Wreath
Speaking of googly eyes, how cute is this little green monster? Assemble the face with pinecones that are spray-painted green. A few spiky teeth and a fun bowtie pull the whole look together.
Get the tutorial at Craftaholics Anonymous.
Ghost Wreath
Boo! Did this wreath scare you? Probably not, but it is hauntingly cute, don't you think? The felt ghosts are so easy to create, and the wreath only requires a quick coat of spray paint.
Get the tutorial at Occasionally Crafty.
Black Crow Halloween Wreath
This all-black wreath idea certainly serves up the spooky vibes. A base of spray-painted grapevine makes the perfect "nest" for an eerie faux crow.
Get the tutorial at A Pumpkin & a Princess.
Eyeball Halloween Wreath
This pop art-inspired "beware" wreath is as easy as peel and stick, which means you'll bring on the spooks in no time! That also means it's easy enough to make with the kids.
Get the tutorial at Design Improvised.
Halloween Ribbon Wreath
Ribbon wreaths are a beautiful option no matter the season, and this Halloween design is no exception. Choose an array of black, white, and orange ribbons and alternate tying them around a foam wreath. The best part, imperfection is the point!
Get the tutorial at Landeelu.
Customizable Hay Wreath
If you love farmhouse-chic décor, you might already have some hay and black wood letters available. This cute wreath only takes 15 minutes to make, and you can customize it three different ways for year after year use!
Get the tutorial at The Homes I Have Made.
Glittery Spider Wreath
Glittery and spooky? Yes, please! Use glitter to give the elements on this spooky wreath an extra fun pop of color. The "eek" is a free printable, too!
Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.
Friendly Ghost Wreath
If you'd rather not scare away your visitors, you can try your hand at this cute friendly ghost wreath. It's also a fun way to repurpose any embroidery hoops you have lying around.
Get the tutorial at Flamingo Toes.
Tierney McAfee is a freelance writer and Country Living and The Pioneer Woman contributor who covers entertainment, holiday & entertaining, food & drinks, design ideas, DIY, and more.
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