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String LightsNo. 2950 · The 2026 edition

Halloween DIY: Flickering Spider Lights

Create eerie flickering spider lights for Halloween with just a few simple supplies!

Easy Easy budget Ages 6+

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These DIY spider lights are made by wrapping black pipe cleaners around an LED string to form legs, then gluing on foam ball bodies. Repeat to create a whole creepy-crawly display, then plug in and arrange for a spooky glow.

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Directions

  1. Take black pipe cleaners and wrap them around the LED string lights to create spider legs, spacing them evenly along the string.
  2. Use a hot glue gun to attach a black foam ball to the center of each set of legs, forming the spider's body.
  3. Make as many spiders as you like by repeating the wrapping and gluing process.
  4. Plug in the LED string lights and arrange the spiders along the string or on a surface for display.
  5. Step back and admire your flickering spider lights!

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