36 Halloween Wreaths That Are Perfectly on Theme
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Buying a new decorative wreath every season may keep your home on trend, but it can get expensive—especially if it involves buying a lot of fresh materials. So, for Halloween wreaths, we're taking the DIY route. After all, if you're only leaving it up for the month of October (we wouldn't recommend spilling into Thanksgiving territory by leaving it up through November), there's no need to spend more than a few dollars on it. So we hunted around on the internet for some festive DIY Halloween wreaths that hit every note: scary, spooky, stylish, and, dare we say, sweet.
Here's our opinion: No one should be forced to subscribe to any one theme, so if you like your Halloween decor to be more cute and charming than scary and creepy, go for it. On the other hand, if you like to really lean in, we've listed plenty of wreaths that will elicit a scream or two. No matter what your style is, you'll surely find something that suits you and your space ahead. The best part? You can probably make most of these with materials you already have at home. Otherwise, feel free to buy anything you need from our handy shoppable links.
So if you need some inspiration to get started, keep scrolling because our 36 ideas are perfect for both fall and Halloween. And with temperatures finally cooling off, there's no better way to usher in a new season than with a crafty project.
Go Gothic
The brilliant artist behind That Lemonade Life combined grapevines, faux oranges, and long black feathers to create this utterly gothic wreath. Bonus points that it uses both Halloween hues.
Do the Disco
This Halloween wreath is a perfect combination of glamour and ghouls. At first, your eye naturally goes to the bats and skeletons, but upon closer inspection you'll notice the disco balls and pampas grass, both of which soften the look of this playful DIY masterpiece.
Reference Literature
The candy and the sign on this Halloween ribbon wreath are both not-so-subtle references to Hansel and Gretel that we're obsessed with. If you have little ones at home, Halloween is a great night to give the early 19th-century fairy tale a read.
Contrast Colors
Is there any chicer color combo than black and white? We think not. This simple Halloween wreath enlists the go-to scheme in an unexpected way: white pompoms and black spiders, both of which are fastened onto twiggy grapevines.
Use Local Produce
Your Halloween wreath can be scary, but it doesn't have to be. This one is a lot of grapevine that's woven into a ring and adorned with seasonal squash. The whole thing is finished off with a gold-toned ribbon. Yes, please.
Don't Throw Away Fallen Leaves
After you've finished raking the leaves on your lawn, don't throw them out! Instead, keep a few of the most colorful and perfect ones and use them to create a fall foliage wreath. Feel free to incorporate some faux berries for a seasonal touch. We suggest artificial instead of the real thing because covering your front door with berries may attract a few uninvited visitors.
Stay Inside
There's no rule against hanging a wreath in your kitchen or living room. If you do, though, keep it simple and use other decor to set the mood. Case in point: this wreath, which is part of a scheme that enlists pumpkins, fake spiders, and, of course, a witch's broom.
Stay Small
If you're hanging your wreath from a door knob, keep it small. The bigger it is, the more of a nuisance it will be every time you need to go out.
Make Copies
There's no reason why your DIY Halloween wreath has to take hours to craft. If you have black craft paper, fold it a few times, trace the shape of a bat, and cut it out. Because you folded the paper, you'll get more than one identical bat.
Grow Fruit
Here's another nonscary wreath we love. The natural colors make it look almost a little summery, but all of the fruit and flowers are in season during the fall.
Ask the Kids
This colorful wreath that's made almost entirely of mesh is a fun and easy craft that kids could make (with your supervision, of course). Peep the tutorial at Laura's Crafty Life.
Don't Adhere to a Theme
In our opinion, a fall wreath can double as a Halloween wreath, so if you don't want to whip out (or whip up) a new decoration for each holiday, go with a relatively neutral one that can work for months.
Embrace Bugs
Instead of covering your trees and bushes in gauzy spiderweb this year, opt for a wreath covered in the stuff. It'll be much easier to clean up and stow away for next year once the holiday passes. This clever design from Scratch and Stitch gets its gauzy look from cheesecloth.
Light It Up
Not a fan of orange? Go for a strictly black and purple wreath. This plastic one features purple lights embedded in faux black branches.
Hang It
No matter which wreath you choose, this hanger will add an extra Halloween touch, especially if you go the fall wreath route.
Shop Trick-or-Treat Wreath Hanger
Go Scandi
Illuminate your entrance for trick-or-treaters with this simple but scary—and actually very sweet—wreath.
Use One Color
For a classy Halloween wreath that you won't have to take down on November 1, try this handmade wreath with a dash of midnight blue color to keep the fall vibes going.
Use Your Head
The trailing chains make this gothic wreath both beautiful and scary. It'd be haunting with the skulls and dusty gray pumpkins alone too, especially at night.
Employ Artificial Blooms
This lifelike wreath mixes several fall plants, which is an excellent solution if you can't decide which one should be the focal point. Eucalyptus, tea leaves, pine cones, and ferns give it a natural feel.
Don't Waste the Husk
This wreath uses dyed corn husks in classic Halloween colors to bring the harvest straight to your front door.
Dry and Dye Flowers
This simple black wreath by Little Yellow Wheelbarrow makes a stunning accent to any door—inside or out.
Black Out
A black butterfly wreath is just spooky enough for those of us who like to decorate but aren't super into the gore of the holiday. And while you're at it, make this fall garland from Sugar and Cloth to drape on your bar cart for a thoroughly festive Halloween party.
Celebrate Your Pets
Let this cat wreath by Uno Alla Volta inspire you to create your own black-cat-themed wreath. The how-to couldn't be easier: All you need are cream, black, and orange stems of wheat, construction paper, and some velvet ribbon.
Go Romantic
Throwing a sophisticated grown-up Halloween party? Adorn the front door with this DIY wreath dreamt up by Cheetah Is the New Black. It's much more moody and romantic than your average Halloween wreath.
Braid Your Lawn
This pretty wreath created by Sugar and Charm is like a centerpiece for your door. Add anything you want to make it your own. We love the idea of hanging it from a stylish leather loop.
Glue Some Googly Eyes
You'll need a lot of Ping-Pong balls, but the scary mass of watching eyes will be so worth it. Get the tutorial at No. 2 Pencil.
Dry Your Flowers
If you've already put a bunch of energy into coming up with the most unique Halloween costume on the block, why not keep that spirit alive and hang something a little different on your door? Instead of a wreath, hang a gorgeous DIY bouquet upside-down à la Cheetah Is the New Black.
Try Color
Who says bright colors have to end with summer? Paint mini pumpkins in your favorite bright colors and use them to make a wreath. As long as there are pumpkins involved, it's still seasonally appropriate. Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.
Use Your Hands
Those seasonal Halloween stores can be the scariest thing about this holiday, so make the trip worth it by getting supplies for more than just your costume. You've got to hand it to this metallic wreath for nailing the creepy vibe. Get the tutorial at Eighteen25.
Eat It
Instead of icing every leaf, dye cookie dough to make this colorful (and delicious) wreath. Go ahead and double the batch for snacking. Get the tutorial at Country Living.
Maximize
If you want your Halloween decor to be over-the-top, this wreath by Lolly Jane that's made out of looped mesh ribbons is for you.
Just Buy It
You really can order this at the last minute and get it in time for your party. It's not witchcraft—it's just Amazon Prime shipping. The flowing feathery wreath boasts a shroud of mystery, setting the perfect scene for a Halloween party.
Consider a Cornucopia
Here's another fun one for those who want to level up from the classic wreath shape. Bring on the decorative gourds! A bunch of mini pumpkins in a grapevine cornucopia can outshine an average jack-o'-lantern any day. See more from Good Housekeeping.
Make It Sweet
If you overbuy candy, put some of it to good use for your Halloween door decor. You can even use retro candy for a nostalgic touch. Get the tutorial from Country Living.
Use What You Already Have
Gather some festive cupcake liners to make a fun textured wreath. This DIY doesn't require much skill—just patience. Plus, you can use any leftover cupcake liners to make actual cupcakes! Get the tutorial from MomDot.
Take Your Bike Apart
This Halloween bicycle wheel wreath by Jazz & Charm on Etsy is seriously clever. To make your own, borrow a spare from your bike or buy an extra and fill it with all kinds of decorations—ribbons, ornaments, feathers, you name it!
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