Looking for a spooky and simple craft for Halloween? You’re in luck! You can easily whip up some adorable paper plate ghosts that are perfect for decorating, playing games, or even handing out as treats. Here’s how to make paper plate ghosts.
3 Easy Ways to Make Paper Plate Ghosts
You got paper plates? You got scissors? You got some spooky spirit? Awesome! ‘Cause we’re about to make some paper plate ghosts that are seriously gonna bump up the creepy factor for your next Halloween party.
Before: Your kitchen table is probably just chillin’, right? No spooky vibes, no ghostly presences, just plain ol’ regular stuff.
After: Your table is gonna be decked out with these awesome paper plate ghosts, ready to haunt your guests! They’re the perfect, easy craft for kids and adults, and they’re super fun to make. We’re talking like, seriously fun.
Bridge: You know what’s even better than regular paper plate ghosts? Paper plate ghosts with personality! That’s where these three simple methods come in. We’re gonna make some totally unique ghosts that are as individual as the people who made them!
Method 1: The Classic Paper Plate Ghost
This is the OG, the original, the one that started it all! It’s simple, it’s fast, and it’s gonna make your ghosts look absolutely classic.
Before: You have your paper plate, looking like it’s just another dinner plate.
After: It’s gonna be a spooky, friendly ghost with a big, happy grin!
Bridge: Let’s get this ghostly transformation underway!
What You’ll Need:
- A paper plate
- Scissors
- Black marker
- White glue
- Optional: Googly eyes, glitter glue
Instructions:
- First, fold the paper plate in half. You’re making a nice, clean fold, right down the middle.
- Then, cut a semi-circle shape out of the folded edge. This creates the ghost’s head.
- Unfold the plate. You’ve now got a ghost shape!
- Use the marker to draw two big, spooky eyes on the ghost’s head. Add a smile, a frown, or whatever expression you like! You can even add a little ghost mouth for extra fun.
- If you want to, stick on some googly eyes or add some glitter glue for extra spookiness.
And there you have it! You just made a classic paper plate ghost!
Method 2: The Paper Plate Ghost with a Personality
You know how some people are always the same? That’s not gonna be your ghost! It’s gonna be unique, special, and stand out from the crowd.
Before: It’s just a paper plate.
After: It’s gonna be a ghost with a distinct style, a ghost that’s gonna shout, “Hey, look at me!”
Bridge: Let’s get those creative juices flowing and make this ghost memorable!
What You’ll Need:
- A paper plate
- Scissors
- Markers (various colors)
- Glue
- Assorted craft supplies (like pom-poms, yarn, feathers, buttons)
Instructions:
- Fold your plate in half again. This is like building a base for your ghost.
- Cut a semi-circle out of the folded edge to create the ghost’s head.
- Now for the fun part! Get creative with your markers. Start with a basic white ghost, then add details. Make a zombie ghost with green skin and googly eyes, or a pirate ghost with an eye patch and a feathered hat.
- Glue on your craft supplies. Get crazy with the personality! Pom-poms for hair, yarn for a scarf, feathers for wings… you name it!
You’re making a ghost that’s gonna be the life of the party!
Method 3: The Paper Plate Ghost Family
Why just make one ghost when you can make a whole ghostly family? It’s all about teamwork and making some seriously adorable ghost friends!
Before: You’ve got a few paper plates.
After: They’ll be turned into a whole ghost family!
Bridge: Let’s get this ghost family together!
What You’ll Need:
- Paper plates (at least 3)
- Scissors
- Markers (various colors)
- Glue
- Googly eyes (different sizes)
- Optional: Ribbon, felt, yarn
Instructions:
- Fold each paper plate in half. It’s like making a bunch of little ghost foundations.
- Cut a semi-circle out of the folded edge of each plate. This creates the ghost’s head.
- Unfold the plates. You’ve got your ghost family!
- Use markers to make eyes, mouths, and other features. You can even add details to make them look like a mom, dad, and child ghost.
- Glue on googly eyes of different sizes.
- Use ribbon, felt, or yarn to create accessories like scarves, hats, or even a diaper for the baby ghost.
That’s it! You’ve made a happy, spooky ghost family!
Paper Plate Ghosts: Endless Possibilities
So, there you have it! We’ve explored three awesome ways to make paper plate ghosts, but the possibilities are practically endless! You can use different colors, different materials, and different techniques to create your own unique ghost creations.
You can even go beyond the basic ghost shape and create shapes like pumpkins, bats, or even spooky cats! The only limit is your imagination!
Remember, the goal is to have fun and get creative! So grab those paper plates and get ready to make some spooky-licious paper plate ghosts!
