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DIY Halloween Spiders

Author: Farmlife DIY

Equipment

  • Speed square
  • Jig Saw
  • Sander
  • Drill

Materials

  • 2 x 6 lumber
  • Black Paint
  • Paint Pen
  • Glue
  • Pipe cleaner
  • 12 gauge wire
  • Googly Eyes

Instructions

  • Trace the body for the spider on the 2×6 lumber, I used the lid of a spray paint bottle. Once you have traced the bodies secure your lumber to your work top.
    These easy DIY Halloween Spiders are the perfect fun, spooky decor! These easy DIY Spiders are great for Halloween porch decorations, fun centerpieces or a clever kids craft!
  • Using a jig saw, carefully cut the bodies out.
    These easy DIY Halloween Spiders are the perfect fun, spooky decor! These easy DIY Spiders are great for Halloween porch decorations, fun centerpieces or a clever kids craft!
  • Sand the body for a smooth finish, if you wish.
    These easy DIY Halloween Spiders are the perfect fun, spooky decor! These easy DIY Spiders are great for Halloween porch decorations, fun centerpieces or a clever kids craft!
  • Spray paint the bats black and wait for them to dry completely.
    These easy DIY Halloween Spiders are the perfect fun, spooky decor! These easy DIY Spiders are great for Halloween porch decorations, fun centerpieces or a clever kids craft!
  • Drill 4 holes on each side of the spider body.
    These easy DIY Halloween Spiders are the perfect fun, spooky decor! These easy DIY Spiders are great for Halloween porch decorations, fun centerpieces or a clever kids craft!
  • Cut 8 pieces of wire and wrap with the black pipe cleaners to form the legs. Glue the legs in place.
    These easy DIY Halloween Spiders are the perfect fun, spooky decor! These easy DIY Spiders are great for Halloween porch decorations, fun centerpieces or a clever kids craft!
  • Add the eyes and draw a face for the bat using the paint pen.
    These easy DIY Halloween Spiders are the perfect fun, spooky decor! These easy DIY Spiders are great for Halloween porch decorations, fun centerpieces or a clever kids craft!

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