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Upcycled & RecycledNo. 6129 · The 2026 edition

Make your own viral, thrifted ghost painting

Turn a thrifted frame into a spooky viral ghost painting with just white and black paint.

Easy Easy budget Ages 6+

Our own summary of the original — the full post and photos live at artfullyalissa.com.

This easy DIY project transforms a thrifted frame and basic paints into a hauntingly cute ghost painting. With only two colors and simple steps, you'll have a trendy piece of Halloween decor ready to hang in no time.

You'll need

Directions

  1. Set up your area with a drop cloth to protect surfaces.
  2. Give your canvas or paper a coat of white paint and wait until it is fully dry.
  3. When the white base is dry, use black paint to sketch a basic ghost outline.
  4. Allow the black paint to set and dry completely.
  5. Insert your finished artwork into the thrifted frame.
  6. Display your new ghost painting by hanging it on the wall.

Open the original on artfullyalissa.com