12 Cheap DIY Halloween Paper Spider Crafts

Spooky And Budget-Friendly DIY Halloween Paper Spiders For A Fun Halloween Display
You have to check out these 12 DIY Halloween Paper Spider Crafts if you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to unleash your creativity and bring a whimsical, yet eerie atmosphere to your space.
I love budget-friendly crafts you can make with materials that are often readily available at home or can be obtained inexpensively from craft stores, and these paper spiders are a perfect example of those affordable DIYs.
With just a few simple materials like paper, scissors, and glue, you can craft these eight-legged critters to your heart’s content!
Creating these adorable paper spiders can be a fun and engaging activity for your whole family on Halloween. Children can join in the crafting process, helping to cut out shapes, fold the paper, and decorate the spiders.
After making a few, you can use them in various ways to enhance your Halloween decor. They can be hung from ceilings, attached to walls, placed on tables, or incorporated into other decorations like wreaths or centerpieces.
Their versatility allows you to showcase them creatively throughout your home. They can even double as costume accessories! Simply attach them to clothing, hats, or accessories like headbands or hair clips to add a spooky and unique touch to your outfit.
In today’s roundup, you’ll discover a dozen of tutorials that will show you how to craft one-of-a-kind Halloween paper spiders.
Each tutorial introduces an exciting paper folding or cutting technique to make your paper spiders come to life.
Some spiders are functioning and entertaining, which makes them great crafts AND toys for kids. For instance, there are a few spider climbers that can move up a yarn, colorful spiders that can walk, and a spider paper that can act as a puppet.
If you prefer simpler paper spider crafts because you wish to involve young kids, like toddlers and preschoolers in the fun, there are also plenty of options for that!
From super easy 5-minute crafts to DIY Halloween spiders that only require three materials, you’re bound to find a project here that little kiddos will enjoy.
Unlike most Halloween props, paper spiders are completely safe and can be easily stored for future use. They don’t pose any harm to children or pets and can be enjoyed year after year with proper storage.
So, whether you’re a craft enthusiast, looking for a budget-friendly option, or wanting a fun activity for the family this Halloween, these DIY paper spiders are a must-try craft this spooky season.
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Check Out The Spooktacular DIY Halloween Paper Spider Crafts Below
From beginner-friendly projects to more advanced designs, there’s a paper spider craft here for everyone. Discover how to fold, cut, and assemble these eight-legged wonders, while adding your creative twists along the way.
Whether you want to decorate your walls, hang them from the ceiling, or use them as centerpiece accents, these tutorials cover a wide range of uses for your DIY paper spiders.
They will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating your own paper spiders. That’s why each tutorial is accompanied by clear instructions and helpful photos (some even have videos), ensuring that you’ll have a spooktacular time crafting your little Halloween decorations.
So, grab your crafting supplies, unleash your imagination, and let’s get started on a hauntingly delightful crafting adventure together!
Explore the tutorials below and prepare to be mesmerized by the magic of DIY Halloween paper spiders. When you find something you like, click on the link to view the full tutorial.
And while you’re on the designers’ pages, remember to leave a like or comment to appreciate the featured crafters’ hard work. Happy crafting!
Kirikomi Origami Spider

This intricately designed paper spider is the ultimate craft if you’d like to learn about the Kirikomi origami technique.
Designer: Unspecified through PaperFoldingChannel
Materials Used:
- Craft Paper
- Scissors
Completion Time: 20 – 25 minutes
Size: Medium
Format: Video
3d Paper Spider Decoration

An easy and adorable DIY paper spider decoration with three-dimensional effect.
Designer: Maggy of Red Ted Art
Materials Used:
- Black paper
- White paper scraps
- Pen
- String for hanging
- Scissors
- Glue
- Small cup for tracing
Completion Time: 15minutes
Size: Small
Format: Written + Video
DIY Paper Spider Climber

Kids love crafts that double as toys, so here’s one. This paper spider can move up through the yarn and amuse the little ones for hours.
Designer: Betty Boiron of Mombrite
Materials Used:
- Brown and black construction paper
- Glue stick
- Tape
- Straws
- Yarn or string
- Black pipe cleaners (optional)
- Googly eyes (optional)
Completion Time: approx. 5 – 10 minutes
Size: Medium
Format: Written
Pom Pom Spider Craft

A kid-friendly paper spider craft that even preschoolers can complete on their own.
Designer: Chelsey of Buggy and Buddy
Materials Used:
- Black pom poms
- Construction paper
- Scissors or paper cutter
- Liquid glue
- Googly eyes
- Black thread or string (optional)
Completion Time: Completion Time: approx. 5 – 10 minutes
Size: Small
Format: Written
Paper Strips Spiders

Transform black construction paper strips into delightful Halloween spider decorations through this fun craft.
Designer: Leah of DIYnCrafts
Materials Used:
- Black Construction paper
- Googly eyes
- Dowel
- Scissors
- Hot glue gun
- Hot glue sticks or hot glue rope
Completion Time: approx. 10 – 15 minutes
Size: Medium
Format: Written
Bouncing Construction Paper Spiders

Bouncing paper spiders made with a fun paper folding technique.
Designer: Susie of Twitchetts
Materials Used:
- Black Construction Paper
- Circle Punch
- Paper Cutter
- White Cardstock
- Glue Stick
- Googly Eyes
- Marker
- Extra Sheet of Paper
Completion Time: approx. 5 – 10 minutes
Size: Small
Format: Written + Video
Spider Paper Hand Puppet

Make playtime even more fun on Halloween with these easy and functional DIY spider paper.
Designer: Andreja Vučajnk of Easy Peasy and Fun
Materials Used:
- Printable template (available inside the tutorial)
- Colorful construction paper or markers
- Scissors
- Glue
- Printer
- Paper
Completion Time: approx. 10 – 15 minutes
Size: Medium
Format: Written + Video
Paper Straw Spider Craft

Add a pop of color to your Halloween decor by making this paper spider with multicolored legs.
Designer: Crystal of Our Kid Things
Materials Used:
- Cardstock
- Paper straws
- Googly eyes
- Black marker
- Scissors
- Glue
Completion Time: approx. 5 – 10 minutes
Size: Medium
Format: Written
Spooky Paper Spiders

A very quick and simple Halloween craft for kids, especially toddlers and preschoolers, to enjoy.
Designer: Olivia of This West Coast Mommy
Materials Used:
- Black construction paper
- Glue or tape
- Thread
- Googly eyes (or white crayon / white paper)
Completion Time: approx. 5 minutes
Size: Medium
Format: Written
Climbing Construction Paper Spiders

Here’s another climbing paper spider craft you must consider. These spiders can be used as Halloween decorations or fun DIY toys.
Designer: Susie of Twitchetts
Materials Used:
- Black Construction Pape
- A Cardboard Tube
- Yarn or String
- Hole Punch
- Beads
- Googly Eyes
- Black Marker
- Glue Stick
- Tape
Completion Time: approx. 5 – 10 minutes
Size: Medium
Format: Written + Video
Mama and Baby Spider

Paper spiders with matching designs in 2 different sizes—a mama and a baby!
Designer: Missy Rakes of Graceful Little Honey Bee
Materials Used:
- Scrapbook or construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
Completion Time: approx. 10 – 15 minutes
Size: Medium and Large
Format: Written
Walking Spider Puppets

With their bright colors and cool walking feature, this spider puppets will be a hit Halloween craft for the kiddos.
Designer: Emma Smith of Kids Craft Room
Materials Used:
- Printable Spider Template (available inside the tutorial)
- Printer Cardstock
- Jumbo Popsicle Stick
- Marker Pen
- Scissors
- Glue
Completion Time: approx. 10 – 15 minutes
Size: Medium
Format: Written
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