These DIY Clay Ghosts Are the Spooky-Cute Halloween Craft Your Home Needs

Directions

1. Take a medium-sized ball of air-dry clay—white or cream works best. Flatten it so it's thick enough to shape without cracking.
2. Grab a small cup, vase, or jar. Place a tiny ball or a piece of crumpled foil over the opening so a portion sticks out to create the head shape.
3. Drape your flattened clay over the top of the jar. Gently press it into the ball to form the head, letting the clay hang down around the jar.
4. If you'd like, carve out eyes and a small mouth.
5. Make sure the bottom of your ghost sits flat on the ground, though you can leave the edges uneven for a floating look.
6. Once the clay is completely dry, brush a layer of glue paste like Mod Podge onto the ghost.
7. Carefully press a single layer of patterned paper napkin onto the glue. Smooth it out with a paintbrush or your finger to avoid wrinkles, then seal it with another layer of paste.
8. Instead of napkins, you can paint designs using acrylic paints. After drying, spray with a clear coat to prevent fading and give a shiny finish.
9. Decorate with extras like a felt or fabric witch's hat, a ceramic bow, or a clay jack-o-lantern friend.
10. Show off your ghosts as they are, or light them up with warm fairy lights or a flickering LED candle.