Halloween is here….BOO!
Now is the perfect time to add a bit of spooky charm to your space! As a Blue Door Property Guardian, though, you probably don’t want to make any permanent changes or splurge on decorations you can’t easily take with you. Fortunately, there are plenty of affordable, temporary ways to bring Halloween spirit into your space without breaking the bank or altering it long-term.
Here are some Halloween decorating tips tailored to the adaptable and creative nature of Blue Door Property Guardians!
1. Go Big with Window Clings
Window clings are an easy, affordable, and non-permanent way to make a spooky statement. Available in a range of designs - from eerie silhouettes and blood splatters to pumpkins and ghostly figures - window clings are perfect for adding Halloween vibes without damaging any surfaces. Simply peel and stick them on your windows, mirrors, or even the bathroom shower glass to create spooky scenes that are visible from both inside and outside!
Top Tip: After Halloween, store the clings flat between sheets of greaseproof paper to reuse them next year.
2. Set the Mood with Fairy Lights
Nothing says Halloween like a bit of atmospheric lighting! Fairy lights are versatile, affordable, and widely available in seasonal colours like orange, purple, or green. You can drape them around windows, string them along walls, or place them in glass jars for a DIY lantern effect.
Top Tip: Battery-operated fairy lights make it easy to illuminate even the darkest corners without needing sockets or extension cords. Plus, they’re reusable year-round for any festive occasion.
3. DIY Hanging Ghosts with Sheets and Balloons
Hanging ghosts are a classic Halloween decoration that only require a few items you probably already have: white sheets, balloons, and a bit of string. Simply inflate the balloons, drape them with sheets, and tie off the “neck” with string. Use a marker to draw a spooky or funny face on each ghost, then hang them from ceiling hooks or over doorways.
Top Tip: For an eerie, floating effect, use fishing line or transparent tape to secure them to walls or suspend them in unexpected places like the corners of stairwells or near windows.
4. Pumpkin Displays - No Carving Required!
Pumpkins are a Halloween essential, but carving can get messy and time-consuming. Instead, try decorating whole pumpkins with paint, markers, or stickers. You can create quirky or spooky faces, or paint them in fun colours that match your style. Mini pumpkins and gourds are also budget-friendly and make great accents on tables, mantels, or shelves.
Top Tip: Spray paint small pumpkins in metallic colours (such as black, gold, or silver) for a chic Halloween look. These can double as autumn décor once Halloween has passed!
5. Create DIY Spider Webs with Cotton Wool
Fake spider webs can be costly, but you can achieve a similar effect with cotton wool or cotton balls pulled apart to create a web-like texture. Drape it along furniture, shelves, or doorways, then add plastic spiders for an extra creepy vibe. Since cotton wool is both cheap and easy to remove, it’s ideal for temporary Halloween decor.
Top Tip: Place cotton webs in unexpected spots, like over cabinets or around light fixtures, to create that eerie, abandoned feel.
6. Make a Spooky Shadow Wall with Cardboard Cut-outs
If you’re looking to give your space an extra dose of Halloween spirit, use cardboard to cut out simple spooky shapes like bats, rats, or haunted trees, then tape them to your walls or windows. In dim light, they cast dramatic shadows, creating a spine-chilling effect that’s perfect for Halloween night!
Top Tip: Use a torch behind your cut-outs to make the shadows even more intense.
7. Bring in Natural Elements for an Autumnal Feel
Halloween isn’t just about the spooky - it’s also about the season! Bring in autumnal elements like conkers, colourful leaves, and branches, which you can usually find outdoors for free. Arrange these in vases or scatter them around your space to create a cosy, rustic vibe.
Top Tip: For an added Halloween touch, wrap twine around branches or spray them with temporary black or silver paint for a haunted, witchy aesthetic.
8. DIY “Potion” Bottles for the Kitchen or Bathroom
Add a Halloween twist to everyday spaces by making “potion” bottles out of empty glass jars or bottles. Fill them with coloured water (add food colouring for effect) and label them with spooky names like “Witch’s Brew” or “Zombie Tonic.” These look great on bathroom counters or kitchen shelves and are easy to store or recycle after Halloween.
Top Tip: Use old wine bottles for a vintage apothecary feel, or mason jars for a rustic, witchy look.
9. Haunting Sounds on a Budget
It’s not just about what you see - Halloween is also about what you hear! For little to no cost, you can create a haunting soundscape using your mobile or a small speaker. Choose eerie playlists or Halloween soundtracks with creaky doors, distant whispers, and ghostly wails to give your space a haunted house vibe.
Top Tip: Place your speaker behind furniture or under a table for a subtle, spooky effect that fills the room.
Final Thoughts
Decorating your property for Halloween doesn’t have to be expensive or permanent. By using temporary and budget-friendly tricks, you can transform any space into a Halloween haven that’s easily packed away once the season is over. Blue Door Property Guardians know how to make the most of unconventional spaces - and Halloween is the perfect time to let your creativity shine!
Happy haunting!