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DIY Halloween Creepy, Crawly, Cute Spiders

DIY Halloween Creepy, Crawly, Cute Spiders

10/20/15 | craft, DIY, Halloween, holidays, kids

Pipe cleaner spidersMeet Cecil. He is my new pet spider. The best thing about Cecil is that he does not poop or pee or chew up my favorite flippers. He is a dapper fellow donning a festive striped bowtie and handsome mustache. Cecil has belongs to a whole family of pipe cleaner spiders. There’s his lovely Mrs. who is sporting an elegant designer scarf. Last, but never least, is their li’l sweetheart Daisy who wears a pretty li’l bow in her “hair.” We had so much fun making these furry little critters, that we made another set for my sister and her family. This batch was more sophisticated with each little spider holding a teeny flag in hand like an accomplished mountain climber.pipe cleaner spiders
 
Christmas seems to arrive earlier every year. The shops have already started offering ornaments,trees and other Yuletide things. By mid-November last year, we needed some extra lights for our tree and I could not find a single store that still carried them. Shocking. Let’s not forget Halloween comes before then. Cozy weather makes unexpected quick appearances here, but does not stay long enough for us to get the neck scarves out. The short rainfalls are a welcome change, but the thermostat hasn’t dropped enough for us to light the  fire.

Pipe cleaner spidersSo, we pretend with festive lights in our fireplace. My little mermaid and I have been working on sprucing the house with autumn colors. We are not fans of the blood-stained machete, skeletons with glowing eyes and other such freaky Halloween stuff, but we do like a few spooky things. While the best cobwebs are made by real spiders (and we have plenty of those around the house), we set up some of the store bought stuff  and made a cute little family of arachnoids to make a gnarly statement. This is such a fun and inexpensive craft with very little, if any mess. These little cuties are a big hit with the kids and add a touch of whimsy anywhere they sit….or hang!

Pipe cleaner spiders
Making the spiders was a bit of a last-minute thing. I had a ton of black pipe cleaners left over from a previous craft and got this idea in my head. The spiders are super cute with nothing but the pipers and googly eyes, but I had one black pompom that I used as the head for the Daisy spider.

It turned out extra cute. If you can’t find pompoms, don’t worry about it. These little guys turn out adorable without them. Grab the kids and start making your own now. Here’s how.

Pipe cleaner spiders

Pipe Cleaner Spiders

Caution: If using a hot glue gun, protect little hands from getting burned.
Makes 1 spider
 
Supplies
5 12″ black pipe cleaners
scissors
Elmers of hot glue gun
1 small black pompom
1 pair googly eyes
ribbon for bow (optional)
 
 Steps
Bend 4 pipe cleaners in half and cut.
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For a smaller spider, cut the halves into half again.
 
Twist the remaining pipe cleaners around your
finger to form a spiral.
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Insert the four pipe cleaners through the center of the spiral.

Pipe cleaner spiders
Bring the two opposite ends together so that
the spiral fans out. 
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Pipe cleaner spiders
Shape the legs so that there are 4 on each side.
Bend the “feet” into shape.
If you have the pompom, glue it into place for the head.
Attach the eyes with glue.
Tie ribbon into small bow and glue into place.
That’s it. You’re done. Now make some more!
 

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  1. happyhappynester says

    October 22, 2015 at 06:05

    Such an adorable idea and craft! We always loved making creatures out of pipe cleaners. And who doesn't love the googily eyes! ��

    Reply
  2. Jessie Moore says

    October 22, 2015 at 20:02

    I'm dying! I used to love to get a fresh package of pipe cleaners and make little men and characters out of them. This is totally nostalgic for me – and perfect for the season!

    Reply
  3. Colette Joseph says

    October 22, 2015 at 20:23

    Yes, the googily eyes are the finishing touch that makes these leettle critters so cute!

    Reply
  4. Colette Joseph says

    October 22, 2015 at 20:23

    Hahaha No, don't die! Hope you make these. xo

    Reply
  5. Andrea_TheKitchenLioness says

    October 23, 2015 at 18:54

    Dear Colette, crafts are wonderful, especially at this time of year with Halloween just around the corner – I am loving your black spider made out of pipe cleaners – the kids would absolutely adore making these!
    Such a fabulous craft to make with the kids!
    Thanks for sharing, daer friend!
    Andrea

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  6. Cocoa and Lavender says

    October 26, 2015 at 04:08

    So. Cute! Happy Halloween!! xox

    Reply
  7. Marci says

    October 28, 2015 at 19:16

    Coco! These are so cute! I may be adding them to my daughters lunch box this week!! I love your daughter's mermaid costume. So cute.

    Reply
  8. Sippity Sup says

    October 28, 2015 at 22:56

    If you gonna invite spider into the house they may has well be cute. GREG

    Reply
  9. Colette Joseph says

    October 30, 2015 at 17:37

    Hope your kids enjoy making these li'l cuties with you. Wishing you all a very lazy w/end! xo

    Reply
  10. Colette Joseph says

    October 30, 2015 at 17:37

    Happy Halloween, my sweet friend. xoxo

    Reply
  11. Colette Joseph says

    October 30, 2015 at 17:38

    Hahaa She's already trashed it from wearing it too much. Got her a Li'l Charmers costume last night! Post a pic of your spider in your daughter's lunch box. I'd love to see that! xo

    Reply
  12. Colette Joseph says

    October 30, 2015 at 17:38

    Thanks, G. xox

    Reply
  13. Andrea_TheKitchenLioness says

    November 24, 2015 at 08:20

    Dear Colette, I hope all is well with you and your lovely family!
    I wanted to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving!
    Hugs,
    Andrea

    Reply
  14. Colette Joseph says

    November 25, 2015 at 18:29

    Thanks, sweet Andrea. I hope you're keeping warm. xoox

    Reply

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