The holiday season is just around the corner, and while Halloween isn’t normally included in this season, it’s still one of our favorite holidays. Halloween decorations range from sweet and cute to downright scary, so it’s a great way to showcase your personality. As part of our commitment to provide excellent resources for our residents and apartment dwellers everywhere, we’ve compiled this list of Halloween decorating ideas.
11 Inexpensive Apartment Halloween Decorating Ideas for Your Apartment in Phoenix
If you want to get into the Halloween spirit, but your bank account is looking spooky, there are still plenty of options. Sources like local stores, Etsy, and other online marketplaces offer lots of great decorations to fit any space and any budget. All of the following can be had for $30 or less:
1. Pumpkins – You can buy real pumpkins at your local grocery store, and they make for a classic and inexpensive decoration. You can even make a day of going to the pumpkin patch and carving your own pumpkins. If you prefer to avoid the mess and get something to use year after year, consider pumpkin-shaped crafts. You can find pumpkins made out of plastic, metal, and even plush material.
2. Halloween Plates – If you want to have a party, you can use your plates, cups, and napkins as additional decoration. You can even add some Halloween-themed straws for your guests to sip their drinks through. Designs include jack-o’-lanterns, cobwebs, zombies, and more.
3. Candles – This is where online shopping options like Etsy really come in handy. Browse different candle shapes to find some that are shaped like skulls, bones, and other themed designs. If you want to actually burn candles without destroying the decorative effect, look into candle holders like ceramic jack-o’-lanterns instead.
4. Decals – Decals can add a lot of pop to your decorations without taking up any additional space. Put them on your windows or walls to get every part of your apartment on theme. You can find everything from scary, bloody handprints to cute little mice.
5. Ceramic Ghosts – Little ghost statuettes range from cute to creepy– just pick your style and scatter them throughout the apartment. Some even have a function and can be used as things like soap dispensers or cups.
6. Lace Hangings – Hangable lace doilies can capture the essence of Halloween while maintaining a dainty and classy aesthetic. Try some bats in your window!
7. Tablecloths – If you don’t want to worry about your favorite table during the party, protect it with a themed cloth. You can find inexpensive plastic covers with Halloween-themed designs, or just pick one that’s orange and black. If you’re feeling crafty, just get a white cloth and splatter it with some fake blood.
8. Decorative Jars – You can never have too many great containers. You can get some and paint them yourself, or find options that are already designed for the big day. Once you have them, you can decide if you want to use them strictly for decoration, or have them serve a purpose. If style is your only goal, you can use them to hold candles, potpourri, or other decorations. Otherwise, try filling them with candy or other snacks. Candy corn is a classic Halloween treat, and a mix of candy corn and peanuts makes for a surprisingly awesome combination of salty and sweet. Orange and black M&Ms or other Halloween candies are strong options too.
9. Entryway Decorations – The party starts at the door, and it’s a great way to let all your neighbors know you’re excited for the big day. You can hang fake cobwebs on your door for a cheap and easy decoration. Decals come into play here, too, as do welcome mats. If you have the DIY skills to pull it off, you can make a completely custom design with some large sheets of construction paper or fabric.
10. Candy Corn Bottles – Speaking of DIY skills, the options are nearly endless if you have the time, patience, and know-how to make some decorations of your own. It doesn’t have to be complicated. One of the easiest ideas is to paint empty glass bottles to look like candy corn. All it takes is three colors of paint, a used bottle, and a few minutes of your time.
11. The Soundtrack – If you want to set the mood without taking up literally any space at all, your best bet may be to do it with music or some spooky noises. It doesn’t take long to make a killer playlist, and you won’t even have to leave your home or spend any money!
Apartments for Rent in Phoenix
Before you can put these Halloween apartment decorating ideas to use, you’ll need an apartment. Heers Management has a wide variety of apartment properties in the Phoenix area, and all of them offer plenty of room to show off your favorite decorations. Come by for a tour today, or contact us online to learn more.