Do you love everything about decorating for Halloween? Then read on to discover how to incorporate these indoor halloween decor ideas into your home for Halloween this year.
Halloween has always held a special place in my heart. From the thrill of dressing up in imaginative costumes to the excitement of carving jack-o’-lanterns and transforming our home into a haunted spectacle, this holiday sparks a sense of wonder and creativity. Halloween isn’t just about scares—it’s about coming together with friends and family to celebrate the magic of autumn and embrace our playful, spooky side.
Decorating for Halloween transforms homes into eerie wonderlands, where cobwebs, jack-o’-lanterns, and ghostly figures cast a spell of spooky delight. As the air turns crisp and leaves rustle underfoot, the stage is set for a celebration steeped in tradition and creativity. From whimsical pumpkins on porches to haunted house-inspired interiors, Halloween decor invites us to embrace the spirit of the season with inventive flair. Whether crafting elaborate displays or adding subtle touches of spookiness, each decoration carries the promise of thrilling surprises and festive enchantment.
Without further ado, I’m going to to share with you all some indoor Halloween decor ideas for 2024.
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Paint those Pumpkins!
This year I decided to go all in with the painting of the Jack-o-lanterns! Everywhere I looked, I continued to see beautiful pictures of whimsical white pumpkins all over pinterest and instagram. I loved them so much, that I had to go ahead and try it out for this years’ indoor Halloween decor.
I really LOVE how they turned out! The white “pops” very well against the dark shiplap and the contrast is amazing. I also like how neutral the white jack o lanterns are, so they go well with all other decor in the house. And I still feel like it brings in the Halloween spirit.
Most of my pumpkins were purchased at Home Depot and Target. I went on a pumpkin shopping spree with my daughter and it was a blast lol. There were so many pumpkins that I had picked out at Home Depot that I had to get one of those heavy duty lumber carts! I was not only purchasing pumpkins for indoor Halloween decor but also for a large outdoor pumpkin arch, tutorial to come.
Add in a Spooky Sign
This sign is one that I made on my cricut machine, but there are sooo many different banners, garlands, and signs out there to choose from. I chose to do black and white to play off the white and black pumpkins and tie it all together. I like adding signs or anything with lettering because I feel like it adds a different texture to the overall design of the room.
The banner below can be purchased here, in my Etsy shop. Another great banner option is this one on Amazon.
Bring in Some Fall Leaves and Florals
Beautiful arrangements of fall leaves and florals in reds, oranges, and deep rust colors are spectacular for adding texture into your autumn scene and also softening the design. On the mantle, I added leaves in two different colors. The beautiful rust colored leaves in the vase is a pre-made arrangement that I found at Target, and I absolutely lOVE it. Unfortunately, they don’t sell that arrangement anymore, but I found this vase and these stems that would create a similar look:
I also added in some fall stems to this little gold jack o lantern. He’s one of those carvable pumpkins that I spray painted gold, carved out his face, as well as a hole at the top for adding stems. He definitely makes for a festive Halloween centerpiece.
Also on the mantle are the paper leaf sprays that I made. I made them out of kraft paper, real branches, and hot glue. They were pretty easy to make. I made a couple different leaf templates and then traced those onto the kraft paper, cut them out, and then glued them onto the branches.
Pretty Easy! And I feel like they turned out great!
I placed one spray on each side of the mantle so sort of “frame” my white pumpkins.
Have Fun with Halloween Textiles
Another great indoor Halloween decor idea is to accessorize your space with throws and throw pillows that are rich with various patterns, textures, and colors. I’ve added a couple pillows with some really fun wording and designs on them that happen to reference one of the greatest Halloween movies ever, Hocus Pocus!
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Get Creative with Candles
The power of illumination should never be under estimated in design. Lighting is always an important part of decorating, especially for indoor Halloween decor. After all, when we think of Halloween, we often imagine rooms filled with an amber glow, flickering candles, and eerie shadows. So bringing candles into my Halloween display was absolutely essential to create that magical and enchanting ambience.
On the mantle, I used a set of three gold candle holders, along with battery-operated tapered candles. These are amazing! I LOVE not having to worry about them burning the house down and they just glow so beautifully at night. I also stuck flameless tea lights inside the white jack o lanterns, allowing them the glimmer and glow at night as well. Lastly, I placed pillar candles throughout the room to further enhance the ambience.
Create Your Own Witches Brew in a Bubbling Cauldron
Here is another great indoor Halloween decor idea I repeatedly saw on social media that I think is brilliant.
A bubbling witches brew!
Immerse yourself in the realm of the magical and the mysterious, and conjure up your very own black cauldron filled with the finest witches brew in the village. Which is poly fiber fill and clear plastic ornaments. Also, throw in a strand of miniature twinkling led lights to give the illusion of movement. I also added a few miniature white pumpkins, because those guys just go everywhere.
Want to make your very own bubbling cauldron? Here’s what you need:
Sprinkle in Some Eerie Birds and Bats
Beautiful black crows, ravens, and bats are iconic symbols strongly associated with Halloween, making them perfect choices for Halloween decor. Both crows and bats have long been associated with mystery, darkness, and the supernatural, fitting perfectly with the spooky atmosphere of Halloween. Their dark colors and eerie silhouettes lend a gothic and macabre vibe to any Halloween display, whether indoors or outdoors.
I chose to add some bats to my wall, over the skeleton portrait, in order to draw the eye upwards. I also peppered in some black feathered friends on the mantle, and I adore how they add a touch of mystery.
Just ignore the half a dog sprawled out across the living room floor. She does not add to the Halloween ambience.
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Set the Tone with Enchanting Black Trees
Another magical indoor Halloween decor idea is to bring some more of the outdoors, inside. These glittery black trees are a great way to add in some more texture and dimension. They were a Homegoods find, I just love how they look on the dining table. They light up too!
I have another larger glittery tree next to my lovely witch on the hearth of the fire place.
I love the spooky feel they add!
Make Your Own Ghoulish Ghosts
Ghosts are classic symbols of the supernatural and the afterlife, making them a staple in Halloween decor for creating a spooky and eerie atmosphere. Whether you prefer a friendly and whimsical ghost or a more haunting and chilling depiction, incorporating a ghost into your Halloween decorations can help enhance the overall spooky ambiance and create a memorable experience for guests of all ages.
I opted for these soft and inviting ghosts which I made with scraps of fabric that I had laying around. You can make these ghosts with so many different things. Anything, you have around the house would work. My daughter helped me create these ghosts using jars stuffed with towels.
Then we cut the fabric and draped it over our towel/jar. Cut eyes out of black card stock and hot glued them to the head. Then grabbed a miniature pumpkin and hot glued it into the middle of the ghost to make it look like he’s holding the pumpkin.
Set the Table with Festive Place Settings
Decorating the dining table for Halloween can be a lot of fun and can create a festive atmosphere for your meals and gatherings. One way to bring the table to life for Halloween is to add in some spooky place settings.
I made the black webs on my cricut machine out of card stock. The wooden tags I found at the Dollar Tree and I wrote on them with a white paint pen. I also found some adorable black and white striped napkins at Michael’s that pulled everything together nicely. The little pumpkins in the center are from Michael’s as well, I just pulled them off of the picks they came on.
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And there you have it! I’ve shown you 10 different indoor Halloween decor ideas for this Halloween season.
When it comes to Halloween decorating, the key is to create an atmosphere that balances spooky fun with creativity. Whether you prefer a haunted house theme or a more whimsical approach, the goal is to evoke a sense of festive excitement and playfulness. From eerie lighting and chilling decorations to imaginative costumes and themed treats, Halloween offers endless possibilities for creativity and expression.
Embrace the spirit of the season, enjoy the process of transforming your space, and most importantly, have a spooktacular time celebrating with friends and family!
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