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Fabric & SewingNo. 7878 · The 2026 edition

DIY Cheesecloth Ghosts and Fabric Phantoms

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Indoor Halloween decoration ideas: stylish, not cheesy decor.
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You'll need

Directions

  1. Drape a large piece of cheesecloth over a balloon or a tall bottle.
  2. Spray the fabric thoroughly with liquid starch.
  3. Let it dry overnight.
  4. Remove the form once the fabric hardens to create a free-standing ghost.
  5. Make five or six ghosts in different sizes and cluster them on a side table, bookshelf, or windowsill.
  6. For a floating version, hang them from the ceiling with fishing line at different heights.
  7. Add tiny battery-operated LED tea lights inside each one for a soft, otherworldly glow.

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