Have you ever wanted a pet ghost?! This fun and unique Halloween decoration is the perfect mix of cute and spooky! So plan a fun crafter-noon and get ready to make your own ghost in the jar.
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What size jar is needed to make a ghost in a jar?
We used 16 ounce (2 cup) mason jars to make our pet ghosts. You can also use a smaller jar if you want to make a smaller ghost (ours are about 2 inches tall). Jars with cork stoppers look really adorable for this craft! You might also be able to find plastic cloche domes at the dollar store, for a different and dramatic look. Whichever type of jar you choose, make sure the opening is large enough. You need to fit your ghost in, and be able to reach in and add the decorations.
What type of clay do you use to make a pet ghost?
We made our ghost in a jar with glow in the dark polymer clay. If you can’t find this, you can use regular white polymer clay. You can also make a ghost from air dry clay. Air dry clay is a bit more fragile than polymer, though, so you may want to set the ghost in the bottom of the jar instead of having it hang. Or, if you don’t want to use clay to make your ghost, try making a cheesecloth ghost! You can also make a flat ghost by shaping hot glue on parchment paper.
How can I decorate my ghost in a jar?
We had fun creating different accessories and personalities for our ghosts. One of them has a twig wand and is carrying a tiny potion bottle (a jar of glitter). Another is carrying a crystal ball (a marble)! You can also create a tiny pumpkin or witch’s hat from polymer clay. Cardstock would also work to create the hat. And make sure to decorate the jar itself! We created an eerie ambience with moss and poly-fil stuffing, but you can also use cotton balls. Or add more set details, like plastic spiders or little tombstones made from polymer clay or craft foam. The possibilities are only limited to your imagination!
This ghost in a jar is super cute and so fun to make. After all, what says Halloween more than a (not so) spooky spirit trapped in a jar?! Make sure to keep your little pet ghost contained so he can’t get into any mischief! (But if he’s good you should definitely let him out on Halloween as a special treat!)
Here’s even more Halloween craft ideas:
Halloween Painted Mason Jars
Witch Broom Lollipops Halloween Tea Lights
Our book Low-Mess Crafts for Kids is loaded with 72 fun and simple craft ideas for kids! The projects are fun, easy and most importantly low-mess, so the clean up is simple!
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