As the days grow shorter and the chill of autumn sweeps in, it’s time to embrace the spirit of Halloween! One of the most iconic symbols of the season is the spider. Whether you love them or fear them, these eight-legged creatures are perfect for adding a spooky touch to your Halloween decor.

A spider-themed Halloween celebration can be a thrilling and stylish way to celebrate the season. With cobwebs, shadows, and creepy crawlers, your home will be transformed into a sinister sanctuary that delights and frightens all who enter. Whether you choose to create an elegant, stylish feel or a more grotesque horror scene, the spiders will help you weave a web of wonder this Halloween!

Some frightful ideas for decorating include:

1. Spider Wreaths

Welcome guests with a spider-themed wreath on your front door. That’s where the perfect ribbon like our BX Orange and Black Spiderweb Ribbon can take center stage! Or use one of our Web Ribbons for instant spider web texture. Accentuate the spider theme with tiny spiders, glitter, bats, and more.

2. Spider Silhouettes & Shadows

Play with light and shadows to create an eerie ambiance. Cut out spider shapes from black cardstock and tape them to your windows. When the sun sets, the silhouettes will cast creepy shadows both inside and outside your home. For an extra effect, use a projector to highlight larger spider images on your walls or front porch, creating a haunting glow.

3. Spider Jacks

Transform traditional Halloween jack-o’-lanterns by replacing the usual designs with spider-themed ones. Carve or paint pumpkins to resemble giant spiders, complete with multiple legs and bulging eyes. Creating a collection of spider pumpkins in various sizes will leave your guests both impressed and unnerved. Keep it simple by placing spiders around a traditional pumpkin like with these spider picks from Terrain.

4.Creepy Cobwebs 

No spider-themed decor is complete without the classic faux cobwebs. Purchase giant cobwebs or make your own using cotton balls pulled apart. Drape the cobwebs across doorways, furniture, and lighting fixtures to create an eerily enchanting atmosphere.

5. Dining Table Decor

Set the stage for a frightful feast with spider-themed dining table decor. Use black tablecloths and layer with spider web runners for an instant Halloween vibe. Incorporate real or artificial spider specimens (faux, of course!) in glass jars for a creepy centerpiece. For an enticing touch, decorate your plates with spider ring treats or serve drinks in “poison” bottles adorned with spider labels. Make sure to tie off vases, pumpkin stems and more with the perfect ribbon!

6. Spider-Themed Party Favors

If you’re hosting a Halloween party, consider themed party favors to spook and delight your guests. Fill small bags with spider candy (such as gummy spiders), or provide small jars of black cotton candy labeled “spider’s silk.” Make sure to tie off each favor bag with a May Arts ribbon!

7. Outdoor Decor

Extend your spider theme outdoors by creating a creepy spider web display on your porch or in your yard. Construct large fake webs using thick string or twine and suspend rubber spiders throughout to enhance the eerie effect. We love this DIY Giant Spider tutorial using faux fur to create spiders to crawl up your home or on your lawn. You can also light up your yard with lit spider web displays.

Have a hauntingly good time decorating!