How to Make a Pompom Spider (Easy DIY Halloween Craft)

It’s that spooky time of year again! Halloween is the perfect season to get creative with crafts, and what better way to add a little creepy-cute charm to your decorations than with a DIY pompom spider? Whether you’re making them for your kids’ craft activity, a school project, or as part of your Halloween home décor, these little spiders are fun, inexpensive, and super easy to make. They’re a little spooky, a little silly, and a whole lot of fun!

The best part? You don’t need fancy tools to create them—just a few simple supplies you probably already have at home.

What You’ll Need

Before you start crafting, gather these materials:

• Black yarn (for the fluffy spider body)
• Googly eyes (spooky or silly—mix and match for character!)
• Black pipe cleaners (for bendable legs)
• Hot glue and glue gun (for assembly)
• Toilet paper core, cardboard, or a pompom maker tool (to shape the pompom)

Optional: Nylon string if you’d like to hang your spider as part of your Halloween décor.

Also, you can watch the video and follow our step-by-step guide for an easy visual walkthrough.

Step 1: Make the Pompom

The pompom forms the body of your spider, so let’s start there:

1. Take a toilet paper core (or paper towel roll) and wrap black yarn around it. If you have a pompom maker, feel free to use it for a more uniform shape.
2. Wrap the yarn tightly around the middle section until it’s nice and thick. The more yarn you use, the fluffier your spider will be.
3. Carefully slide the yarn bundle off the core. Tie a piece of black yarn tightly around the center to hold it together.
4. Cut through the loops on both sides to release the strands.
5. Fluff out the yarn and shape it into a ball. Don’t worry if it looks uneven at first—use scissors to trim around until you have a round, fluffy pompom.

Tip: For an extra-plush spider, make two pompoms and glue them together—one for the head and one for the body.

Step 2: Create the Spider Legs

Every spooky spider needs legs! Here’s how to make them:

1. Take five black pipe cleaners (1 pipe cleaner about 2 inches long).
2. Gather the 4 black pipe cleaners and tie them in the middle using the short pipe cleaner.
3. Bend them slightly in the middle to give that natural spider leg look.

Step 3: Assemble the Spider

Now it’s time to put it all together:

1. Using your hot glue gun, attach the pipe cleaner legs evenly around the pompom. Press firmly so they stay in place.
2. Add the googly eyes to the front of the pompom. For extra fun, try mixing different sizes—uneven eyes give your spider more personality.
3. Fold the pipe cleaners to form spider legs.
4. (Optional) If you’d like to hang your spider, tie a nylon string to the top of the pompom before the glue fully sets.

How to Use Your Pompom Spider

Once you’ve made your pompom spider, the decorating possibilities are endless!

• Halloween Party Décor: Scatter them across your table, mantle, or shelves.
• DIY Garland: String several spiders together to make a creepy-cute garland.
• Kids’ Room Decoration: Add a playful touch to your child’s Halloween setup.
• Front Porch Creepy Crawlies: Hang them by the door to greet trick-or-treaters.

Final Thoughts

Making a pompom spider is a simple and affordable Halloween craft that anyone can enjoy. It’s a perfect activity for kids, families, or even adults looking for a fun DIY project. With just some yarn, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners, you can create spooky little creatures that add personality and charm to your Halloween decorations.

So grab your yarn and glue gun, and let the creepy-cute crafting begin!