10 DIY kid-Friendly Halloween decor ideas

Halloween is lurking around the corner but you still have no clue on where to start looking for Halloween decor ideas?

Well, look no further! We’ve put together ten of our favorite DIY Halloween decor ideas that won’t break the bank.

And they’re all 100% kid-friendly so the little ones don’t have to miss out on the fun.

#1 Halloween-themed Candy Dispensers

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These cute candy jars are just the most adorable of Halloween decor ideas! It’s super easy to make as well, just grab a few empty jars lying about and decorate them with some felt and googly eyes, voila! Halloween-ready candy canisters.

#2 Itsy-Bitsy Yarn Spider

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Most people have qualms about spiders, but not this one. This super-simple-to-make, eight-legged cutie is definitely going to the star of your Halloween decor. They would be perfect for the mantelpiece or as decoration on the porch steps.

#3 Popsicle Stick Spiderwebs

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Basically, these little things are like Halloween versions of snowflakes. Not only do they make a great wall decor for Halloween, they are also perfect additions to Halloween giftbags. You can even make bigger versions and use them as coasters.

#4 No-Carve Hedgehog Pumpkin

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You just need some hot glue, felt and a ton of candy corn to make these darling little things. They look fabulous as decorations on the porch or even as a table centrepiece. What are you waiting for? Check out the instructions and get cracking!

#5 Cardboard Tombstones

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Create your own ominous and mysterious backyard grave with these few simple steps! And if you really want to go all out, place dry ice behind your newly-consecrated tombstones for the ultimate ghoulish effect.

#6 Spirit Lanterns

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Tired of the same old Jack-o-Lantern sitting on your steps? Why not change it up with these out-of-this-world spirit lanterns? Just four easy steps, that’s all it takes. You can use milk jugs of various sizes and place them about the house as well.

#7 Paper Pumpkins

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Need a easy-do Halloween craft ? Try this paper pumpkin decor. It goes well as a table centrepiece, mantel decoration and you can even make bigger ones to decorate the porch. You can even hang them from the ceiling as living room decor.

#8 Halloween Hair Pins

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These delightful little things would be perfect for your spooky treat-bags. And they only take four steps to make! Stick them onto brooch pins and wear them around. You can even attach them to paper clips and clip them onto anything and everything.

#9 Spooky Potion Vials

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Add a touch of dark magic to your Halloween decor with these sinister potion bottles. It’s a breeze to create and they make chilling additions to the mantelpiece. You can even decorate salt and pepper shakers for a spooky feel at dinner-time.

#10 Halloween Twig Wreath

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Add this spooky wreath  to your list of Halloween decor ideas. And it only costs under $5 to make! Just glue together some sticks from the yard and decorate them with cotton strands and plastic spiders. You can add paper ghosts to them too!

So that’s our top 10 favorite Halloween decor ideas that are both pocket and kid-friendly. Have any cool DIY Halloween decor ideas or crafts to share? Let us know in the comments.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

 

 

IKEA Ekebol Sofa review: The fancy industrial sofa

IKEA does sometimes come up with quirky designs (unfathomable, even) and one of them is the IKEA Ekebol.

The original design idea was for it to be a seating unit with ample storage space, a perfect choice for those with smaller living spaces.

I’d say they’ve definitely achieved this with the end product.

Setting first impression aside for a little bit, let’s look at the Comfort Works break down of the IKEA Ekebol.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

  1. Comfort
  2. Aesthetics
  3. Hackability
  4. Price
  5. Final Remarks

#1 Comfort

IKEA Ekebol Comfort
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The foam seat cushion is pretty comfy, but you can’t really say the same for the back cushions. After having the sofa for some time, you are definitely going to feel the wire mesh digging into your back.

But, if you’re a midday-napper, the IKEA Ekebol can offer a pretty decent napping experience. Also, the cushions can be detached from the frame and used as a makeshift pillow, which ups its versatility factor.

Overall, it’s a tad bit less comfy than an actual, traditional couch. But, for an out-of-the-norm, industrial “sofa”, it does a pretty decent job in terms of comfort.

#2 Aesthetics

IKEA Ekebol Design and Aesthetics
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IKEA was gunning for an offbeat design that would be able to serve multiple purposes. Mission accomplished.

And although the plain, beig-ey Katorp Natural colour it comes in can be a tad uninspiring considering its utilitarian looks, you can easily spice things up with a sofa slipcover.

The little wedge of space to leave your mug on is a cute touch too.

#3 Hackability 

IKEA Ekebol Hackability
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Hackability is definitely not the Ekebol’s strong suit. I mean, the 3-seater is the only product in the series.

However, it does have plenty of storage space. I imagine that the bottom storage panel makes cute bookshelf for your favorite reads. Especially if you’re into lazy, weekend reading session.

IKEA also has some tips. They suggest using the wire mesh to hang things from it, which is very doable and even practical for small spaces.

#4 Price

IKEA Ekebol Price
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A 3-seater IKEA Ekebol is USD$399. That’s the same price as the reigning IKEA comfort champion, the Ektorp.

In my head, it would make sense to invest USD$399 in a super comfy sofa rather than a decently comfortable, avant-garde type sofa, but it really all depends on the size of your space and the type of look you’re going for.

If an industrial, prototype-looking space is your cup of tea, the Ekebol’s price is very reasonable.

Final Remarks

The IKEA Ekebol is an interesting concept but IKEA could have executed the idea better.

For starters, they could have gone with storage spaces that were not-so- explicit. Maybe a pull-out drawer in the bottom panel would be nice. Or a pull-out bed, even. Some form of paneling, really.

Price-wise, the Ekebol is comparatively reasonable compared to other industrial sofa options from IKEA. Take the Delaktig we’d recently reviewed, for example. A Delaktig 3-seater is nearly twice the price of the Ekebol! That’s pretty steep.

In terms of comfort, I can safely say that 80% of the comfort was provided by the well-built foam seat cushion. It gives you great support, both when sitting down and stealing some shut-eye.

We’ve done the gritty bits for you, you only need to decide whether the IKEA Ekebol is a fit for your decor.

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