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DIY Paper Plate Ghosts

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Create charming DIY paper plate ghosts to add a festive touch to your autumn décor. A simple and fun crafting project perfect for all ages.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 ghost

Ingredients

  • Paper plates (white or light color)
  • Black paint or permanent markers
  • White glue or glue stick
  • Child-safe scissors
  • Cotton balls or white tissue paper
  • String or ribbon (optional)
  • Googly eyes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Start by taking your paper plate and turning it upside down.
  2. Use scissors to cut a semi-circle from the bottom edge.
  3. Paint or color the plate with white paint in broad strokes.
  4. Once the paint dries, visualize your ghost’s face and use black paint or markers to add eyes and a mouth.
  5. For added texture, glue cotton balls or crumpled tissue paper onto the plate.
  6. If desired, attach string or ribbon to hang your ghost.
  7. Once everything is dry, admire your creation!

Notes

Experiment with expressions, use glitter for sparkle, or create a family of ghosts with varying sizes.

  • Author: marata-alibanti
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Crafts
  • Method: Crafting
  • Cuisine: N/A
  • Diet: N/A
Free Crochet Pattern
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Free Crochet Pattern
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Pattern!