September is here with autumn chill in the air. The season brings an excuse for family gatherings, baking, and crafting various DIYs to decorate for fall and Halloween. Some look forward to beautify their homes in vibrant colors and spooky themes. Meanwhile, others like to keep it simple and warm but scary enough with ghostly touches.
If you fall in the latter category and are looking for something cozy and spooky to celebrate the magic of season without destroying the essence of Halloween, then check out this friendly leaf ghosts DIY by DIYer Woodlark. It is a budget-friendly décor, which will bring autumn vibes to your home along with a ghostly flair.
You only need some basic materials, such as any thick paint (acrylic or tempera), paint brush, and of course, a bunch of leaves.
How to DIY Leaf Ghosts for Minimalist Halloween Décor
- First things first, go on a nature walk and gather leaves to your hearts content, the more the better. Just make sure they are large enough to be noticeable. They can be oak or maple leaves
- For the second step, you need to press and dry all your leaves before painting them. You can use any thick book for pressing leaves for days. They’ll be crispier and ready to paint
- If the process involves kids, then it is better to do it with fresh leaves, as they are less likely to become damaged in the process
- If it is just you, take the crisy, dried leaves and start painting the base of each leaf in a white paint. You can let the base paint dry before drawing features. It is always better to let the first coat dry completely, as it won’t smudge when a different paint is applied on top of it
- Then, draw eyes and mouth details for the final touches. Make them look scary, surprised, and ghostly
There! Your kid-friendly DIY leaf ghosts are ready to decorate your home in seasonal and eerie colors.
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It’s a fun holiday craft to try with your family, especially with kids. There are many ways to decorate with this cute DIY; you can string all the leaves and make a garland to hang around your mantel, door, or window. Or, you can do what Woodlark has done; paste them on the wall or scatter them around on a shelf.
