Kids CraftsNo. 9547 · The 2026 edition
Ghost Pencil Toppers
Turn plain pencils into playful ghosts with this quick craft using foam, glue, and googly eyes.
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This simple project transforms ordinary pencils into cute ghost toppers. You'll trace and cut ghost shapes from white craft foam, glue them together leaving space for a pencil, and add googly eyes. Optionally, top with a polka-dot ribbon bow for extra charm.
You'll need
Directions
- Use white craft foam to draw two ghost shapes.
- Carefully snip out both ghost shapes with your scissors.
- Apply glue along the top and edges, leaving the bottom open so a pencil can slide in.
- Stick on wiggly eyes for a spooky face.
- For extra flair, attach a polka-dot ribbon bow to the top.
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