DIY Halloween Decor: Make Clever Crafts With Stencils

Use our printable stencils to create Halloween tablecloths and art!

By: Ruth Meharg

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Your tablecloth is finished and ready for the perfect fall or Halloween party!

Photo by: Image courtesy of Ruth Meharg

Image courtesy of Ruth Meharg

Pumpkin carving is one of the great fall traditions, but your fall decorating doesn't have to be limited to pumpkins.

You can also use pumpkin carving templates to create a fun do-it-yourself tablecloth or an art project perfect for doing with kids. Find some of your favorite templates and then use this how-to to get started!

You will need:

Pumpkin stencils
A tablecloth
Scissors
A pencil
Paint markers (or acrylic or fabric paint and a brush)

Follow the easy instructions in this gallery to create some cool Halloween decor or your own:

Halloween Decor How-To

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