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Halloween origami: pumpkins, witches, and October decorations

Bring Halloween to life with orange, purple, and black paper decorations. This collection brings together jack-o'-lanterns, ghosts, bats, witches, black cats, candy, and classic monsters such as Frankenstein's monster, mummies, and werewolves. The designs work well for October classroom displays, family craft time, and party decorations. Each featured post includes folding instructions, so you can start with any motif that catches your eye. Add faces, string finished pieces into a garland, or arrange them into a playful Halloween scene that is just spooky enough.

Pumpkins

Jack-o'-lanterns are the stars of Halloween. Add eyes and a mouth after folding to give each pumpkin a different expression, from cheerful to surprised or spooky.

Ghosts and bats

Scatter floating ghosts and flying bats across a wall to create a Halloween night scene. You can also string them into a garland or arrange them around a window or doorway.

Witches and witch hats

A witch in a pointed hat becomes part of a story when paired with pumpkins and black cats. Use purple and black paper to create a moonlit flying scene.

Black cats and candy

Sit a black cat beside a witch and add colorful candy to start the party. These smaller designs also work well on cards and treat baskets.

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Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, mummies, and werewolves

Choose Dracula and vampire characters, Frankenstein's monster, mummies, and werewolves. Combine them with bats and pumpkins to create a playful Halloween scene.

More Halloween designs

Explore castles, treat containers, and other Halloween designs that do not fit into the collections above. Mix your favorites to complete a lively October display.

Frequently asked questions

Can Halloween origami be used for an October classroom display?: Yes. Place a large pumpkin in the center, then scatter ghosts, bats, and candy folded by the children around it. Letting everyone choose their own colors and faces makes the display more personal.
How can I display Halloween origami made with my family?: String the finished pieces into a garland, arrange them together on construction paper, or use smaller designs to decorate cards and treat baskets.
Which paper colors work well for Halloween origami?: Start with orange, purple, and black, then add green and yellow accents. Bright colors for candy and facial details keep the finished scene playful rather than too dark.