Dollar Tree Foam Pumpkin Ghost DIY (Super Cute No-Carve Craft!)
DIY Ghost Pumpkin — a super cute, no‑carve Dollar Tree Halloween DIY!
Easy No‑Carve Dollar Tree DIY Ghost Pumpkin Craft
I love decorating for Halloween, and while carving real pumpkins is always fun, sometimes you need a cute Halloween decoration you can reuse every year. That’s why I’m obsessed with this crazy‑easy, no‑carve Dollar Tree ghost pumpkin! It’s adorable, budget‑friendly, and takes less than 5 minutes to make.
This DIY ghost pumpkin is the perfect Halloween craft for mantles, porches, tiered trays, or even as a fun Halloween party centerpiece. It’s one of those quick projects that looks high‑end but uses simple Dollar Tree supplies — my favorite kind of Halloween DIY.
Watch the quick 11‑second video below to see exactly how I put this little ghost pumpkin together, then scroll down for the full supply list and step‑by‑step instructions. And if you make one, let me know in the comments on my YouTube video — I love seeing your Halloween creations!
Watch the quick 11 second video below to see exactly how I put this little ghost together, and then scroll down for the full supply list and step-by-step instructions! Let me know in the comments in my YouTube video!
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Supplies Needed for the DIY Ghost Pumpkin
You only need a few cheap supplies to make this! You can find most of these at the Dollar Tree, or I have linked my favorites on Amazon below so you can have them delivered right to your door.
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Dollar Tree Foam Pumpkin
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White Fabric or Small White Towel
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Black Craft Foam (For the ghost face)
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Yellow Craft Foam (For the pumpkin face)
My Favorite Crafting Supplies
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How to Make a DIY Dollar Tree Ghost Pumpkin
Step 1: Build the Base for the Halloween Ghost Pumpkin
o create the shape of your ghost pumpkin, start with a Dollar Tree foam pumpkin and a hot glue gun.
- Add a generous amount of hot glue to the top center of the orange pumpkin.
- Carefully press the Styrofoam ball onto the glue and hold it in place for a few seconds until it’s secure.
- This forms the “head” of your ghost pumpkin and gives it that cute, rounded ghost shape.
This step sets the foundation for the fabric drape and face details you’ll add next.
Attach the Styrofoam ball to the foam pumpkin to create the ghost head.
Step 2: Create the Ghost Shape for Your Pumpkin
Take a piece of white fabric or a small white towel.
Drape the fabric directly over the Styrofoam ball so it flows down over the orange pumpkin. Adjust the folds until it looks like a classic Halloween ghost — soft, rounded, and spooky‑cute. Trim the fabric or double the towel if you want a shorter or fuller ghost shape.
This step gives your Dollar Tree ghost pumpkin its signature ghost silhouette.
Drape the white fabric to form the ghost shape.
Step 3: How to Make the Ghost Face for Your Halloween Ghost Pumpkin
Now it’s time to bring your little ghost to life! Grab your craft foam and a pair of scissors.
Cut out two black ovals for the eyes and a small curved smile for the ghost’s face. Use craft glue to attach the pieces directly onto the white fabric. Press gently so they stick in place.
This simple step gives your Dollar Tree ghost pumpkin its spooky‑cute personality.
Add the ghost face.
Step 4: Make the Jack-o-Lantern Pumpkin Face!
Cut out traditional JACK‑O‑LANTERN face shapes — two triangle eyes and a toothy smile — from YELLOW CRAFT FOAM.
Glue the pieces onto the bottom part of the ORANGE FOAM PUMPKIN (the section not covered by the ghost fabric). This gives your Dollar Tree Ghost Pumpkin its classic Halloween Jack‑o‑Lantern look.
Add the Jack‑O‑Lantern face
Step 5: Add Fall Leaves or Straw (Optional)
Place your ghost pumpkin on a bed of faux fall leaves or straw for a festive autumn touch. It adds color, texture, and makes your display for an instant fall touch.
👻 Why This Craft Is Perfect for Halloween
- No carving — kid‑safe and mess‑free
- Budget‑friendly — made with Dollar Tree supplies
- Quick & easy — takes just a few minutes
- Cute + festive — perfect for parties and displays
- Friendly + approachable — high‑contrast, seasonal, adorable
Meet the Rest of the Spooky Pumpkin Family!
This ghost pumpkin is the first member of my growing Spooky Pumpkin Family. More adorable Dollar Tree pumpkin characters are coming soon — starting with the Bat Pumpkin!
EASY DIY Dollar Tree Bat Pumpkin (No‑Carve Craft!)
Here is a super cute and budget‑friendly Halloween DIY Dollar Tree Bat Pumpkin. This Easy DIY Dollar Tree Bat Pumpkin is the perfect no-carve Halloween decoration. It’s adorable and only takes a few minutes to make. Everything you need is from Dollar Tree and items you already have at home.
It’s a great Halloween decoration for your Halloween Decor, an office, school decoration or even a dorm room!
Click here for step‑by‑step instructions — or watch the 10‑second video below.
Here is a quick short video showing how to make a super cute bat pumpkin!
I’d love to know… are you Team Cute Halloween or Team Scary Halloween this year? Drop your vote in the YouTube comments.
