Easy and Cute Halloween DIY Frankenstein Candy Holder

Directions

1. Start by peeling off any manufacturer labels from your 10-inch terra cotta pots. Wipe each one clean with a damp cloth to eliminate dust or residue, then allow them to air dry fully before proceeding.
2. Apply your chosen paint to the pots. For indoor projects, standard acrylic works well, while outdoor displays require weather-resistant formulas. Coat one pot with chalkboard paint and the other with green chalk paint, letting each layer dry according to the product instructions.
3. Take the black dollar store tablecloth and cut a long strip. Fold the strip over and snip small triangles along one edge to mimic shaggy hair. Secure this fringe to the upper edge of the green-painted pot using a hot glue gun.
4. Sketch a face directly onto the green pot with a pencil. Once you are happy with the layout, trace the design using paint and markers. Be sure to add the iconic stitched scar on the forehead and bolts on the neck.
5. Pull the purple long-sleeve shirt over the unpainted pot. Fill the sleeves with crumpled grocery bags to give them shape, then use hot glue to attach the shirt's cuffs so they appear tucked into pockets.
6. Spread a layer of silicone sealant around the top rim of the shirt-covered base. Carefully set the green 'head' pot onto the sealant, pressing gently to create a secure bond.
7. Personalize the top with a hat, autumn blooms, artificial flowers, or twigs. Once assembled, your Frankenstein candy holder is ready to greet trick-or-treaters.