how to make a simple diy halloween sign

Halloween decor doesn’t always have to be creepy and scary! I love cute and whimsical designs! I saw this adorable “BOO!” hanging sign at the Dollar Tree and knew it would be so fun to make it over using some Halloween scrapbook paper and a little Mod Podge! Almost all of the supplies were purchased from the Dollar Tree, making this simple project super affordable!!! Follow along as I show you how to make a simple DIY Halloween sign!

The little spiders on the pink is the perfect mix of creepy-cute!

Here is what I used for this project:

• “BOO!” sign from Dollar Tree
• Halloween scrapbook paper – I purchased this from Joann Fabrics
• Wood panel board – Dollar Tree Plus section
• Mod Podge
• Paintbrushes
• Window picture frame – Dollar Tree
• Spider webbing – Dollar Tree
• Hot glue gun
• Sanding block
• Scissors
• Waverly chalk paint in black (optional)

The Dollar Tree Plus section has some really great wooden paintable items for crafting. I picked up this 11″x14″ wooden panel for $3! It was the perfect size for this project!

For the first step, I flipped the “BOO!” sign and traced it on the back of the pink scrapbook paper and cut it out. I chose a bright color to create contrast against the black and white Halloween patterns.

I also removed the jute hanging loop! 

Next, I tore the scrapbook paper into strips about 1″-1.5″ wide. These do not have to be perfectly torn. I actually did some a little wavy on purpose just to keep it from looking too uniform. I chose three black and white Halloween patterns, but you can choose more or less if you want.

Once I had all of my scrapbook paper torn, I turned the board vertically and applied Mod Podge to the top.  Then, I started laying the strips down, alternating patterns. I overlapped them just a bit to avoid any gaps. 

While the board was drying, I applied Mod Podge to the “BOO!” sign and placed the scrapbook paper on top.

After the sign had dried, I used a sanding block to smooth and distress the edges a little.

Before gluing the sign down on the board, I tore the excess paper from the edges of the board. 

I had this little window picture frame in my crafting stash, and I thought it would be a cute addition! I removed the clip on the front and the easel back. Then, I glued it at an angle on the board.

After hot gluing the “BOO!” sign and window to the board, it still needed a little something! I remembered I had some spider webbing left over from a project, so I grabbed it to add a little webbing! Let me tell you, this spider webbing goes a long way! It’s perfect for all types of Halloween projects! 

I pulled a little webbing out and stretched it over the frame and letters. To finish it off, I added a couple of spiders to the webbing! 

After adding the spiders, I realized I forgot to paint the edges of the board! Oops!!! I grabbed my black paint and slapped on a quick coat!

I absolutely love this fun Halloween sign! The pink really pops off the black and white background and gives it a cute and not creepy look! 

Don’t you love mixing pink in with Halloween colors?! What is your favorite part of the sign? 

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Last Updated on September 15, 2023