DIY A Boho Halloween Garland For Your Mantle That's Spectacularly Spooky

Is your idea of the perfect Halloween decor more spellbinding than scary? More enchanting than evil? More hocus pocus than haunted house? You're not alone. This year, crafters are howling at the moon for creepy-cute Halloween decor ideas that aren't just black and orange. Here's a simple project you can do with just a few supplies (and maybe a mini KitKat bar or two.) If you want to bring a free-spirited vibe into your house this fall, DIY a boho Halloween garland that's spectacularly spooky.

From painting henna patterns on your pumpkins to decorating with dreamcatchers and dried blooms, embracing bohemian style for Halloween is a simple way to celebrate the season of the witch. Along with artful displays of crystals, tarot cards, or feathers you already have on hand, consider adding earthy garlands to the mix. Made with inexpensive wooden beads and twine, the process is easy. It's a perfect project for young kids or older family members who don't love the mess of scooping out pumpkin seeds but still want to make a little bit of magic.

To make your boho Halloween garlands, start with a spool of black jute twine and round wooden beads in various sizes. The colors are ultimately up to you, but for a subtle way to start decorating your home for Halloween, we recommend using a combination of raw wood and black beads. String some of your beads onto a fishing line and spray paint them black. Once they're dry, start stringing the beads on a piece of jute twine you've cut to your desired length. Make sure to tie a loop at one end for easier hanging. Alternate the raw wood and black beads in whatever pattern you prefer, leaving 2 to 3 inches of twine at the end. If you're making several garlands, consider doing some all black, others all wood, and a few that are both.

Once all your beads are strung, it's time to make the tassels. For each garland, cut a separate piece of jute that measures 40 to 60 inches. Wrap it around a small box, or fold the jute in half, then in half again, repeating until your loops measure 2 to 3 inches. Thread the end of your garland through the loops you've created and tie securely. Then, cut the loops open and fray them as desired. If you've decided to use multicolored beads for your garland, you could try embroidery thread or yarn for your tassels instead. String your boho beaded garlands on doorways or fireplace mantles, drape them on a side table or bar cart, or use them to create a gorgeous fall centerpiece on a budget for your kitchen or dining room table.