Halloween Button Art Ghost Craft
With Halloween around the corner transform that button collection into something delightfully spooky: DIY ghost button art.
There’s something wonderfully charming about crafting with buttons. They’re small, simple, and usually tucked away in a jar or drawer just waiting for a project. With Halloween on the horizon, let’s transform some buttons into an adorable ghost craft.
This Halloween button craft is all about creating a playful little ghost out of white buttons, layered and arranged in creative ways. It’s easy to make, doesn’t require a ton of supplies, and is perfect if you’re looking for a Halloween project that feels more fun than frightening.
👻Related: For more ghostly fun check out our adorable paper bag ghost and scrap fabric ghost craft ideas!
Why You Will Love This Halloween Craft
This project is quick to set up and works with supplies you probably already have on hand. Buttons, cardstock or canvas, some glue, and a couple of markers are all you need.
The end result looks polished and unique—something you can display on your mantle, hang on the wall, or even gift as a little handmade Halloween decoration.
It’s also highly customizable: add little eyes with paint, use glitter glue for an extra sparkle, or frame your ghost art for a more finished look. This is such a great example of a high-end looking dollar store Halloween craft that you can make with inexpensive supplies.
How You Can Adapt to Make a Family of Ghosts
Once you’ve made one button ghost, you’ll quickly see how much fun it is to build on the idea. Instead of stopping with a single design, you can create a whole ghost family.
- Add bow ties, little hats, or even painted-on accessories if you want to make them more whimsical.
- You could also place your ghost family on a background that ties into Halloween —perhaps a painted night sky, a pumpkin patch, or a haunted house silhouette.
💡Want to receive a ton of inspiration and money saving ideas for decorating, gift-giving and crafting? Join HERE!
Materials Needed for this Halloween Button Art Idea
- Blank Canvas
- White buttons
- Lace fabric
- Rhinestone chain
- Paint in Grey and Black
- Paintbrushes
- Mod Podge
- Hot glue
How to Make a Ghostly Button Art Craft for Halloween
- To start, carefully remove the canvas from around the wood frame.
- Paint the wooden frame black and the canvas grey. Let dry.
- Add Mod Podge to the canvas and lay your black lace over top.
- Using a rhinestone chain create a ghost shape onto the lace and glue into place.
- Start gluing white buttons inside the ghost outline. Continue until the ghost is filled in, overlapping buttons as well. Glue two black buttons for the eyes and add a little bow.
- Finally, glue down the wood frame over the lace and remove any excess canvas.
Bring Halloween Spirit To Your Home
Our spooky little ghost craft is a wonderfull way to bring the Halloween spirit into your home. It’s simple, affordable, and endlessly adaptable, whether you make a single ghost or a whole family of them. Be sure to check out all of our budget-friendly Halloween crafts here.
With just a few supplies, you can turn something as ordinary as buttons into a playful decoration that captures the fun of Halloween. So grab that button jar, set out your craft supplies, and let your imagination bring your little ghost family to life.
More DIY Halloween Crafts
- DIY Halloween Terrarium
- Halloween Wine Bottle Craft
- Halloween Burlap Characters
- Acorn Jewelry
- Pine Cone Flowers for Halloween
What is your favorite thing about Halloween?
🕷️Stay in the know on our latest crafts, special offers and freebies by joining our mailing list.
Like it? Pin for later!
Ghostly Button Art Craft for Halloween
Materials
- Blank Canvas
- White buttons
- Lace fabric
- Rhinestone chain
- Paint in Grey and Black
- Paintbrushes
- Mod Podge
- Hot glue
Instructions
- To start, carefully remove the canvas from around the wood frame.
- Paint the wooden frame black and the canvas grey. Let dry.
- Add Mod Podge to the canvas and lay your black lace over top.
- Using a rhinestone chain create a ghost shape onto the lace and glue into place.
- Start gluing white buttons inside the ghost outline. Continue until the ghost is filled in, overlapping buttons as well. Glue two black buttons for the eyes and add a little bow.
- Finally, glue down the wood frame over the lace and remove any excess canvas.
