3 Fall Crafts to Make with Goodwill Finds
Looking for fun fall and Halloween crafts to celebrate the season? Ohio Valley Goodwill is the perfect place to find affordable supplies to upcycle and repurpose for nearly any craft project.
Let’s take a look at three fall and Halloween crafts you can create with Goodwill finds:
Boo-tiful Halloween Candy Bowls
Ohio Valley Goodwill has tons of affordable plastic bowls ready to be upcycled into cute and creative candy bowls! For this craft, start by drawing fun Halloween shapes, such as ghosts or pumpkins, on contact paper. Then, cut out the shapes to create stencils and apply them to the outside of your bowl.
Using spray paint or acrylic paint, color in the stencils. (One tip is to fill the bowls with newspaper to avoid getting paint on the inside!) Then, carefully remove your stencils and use a paint pen or permanent marker to add details to your designs. Lastly, spray a clear sealant to finish off your decorative bowls.
Welcoming Fall Wreath
Wreaths are another great way to welcome the new season, and it’s easy to make your own using upcycled items from your local Goodwill store! For a rustic look, try making a wreath using a wooden picture frame.
Add Goodwill finds to your frame, such as:
- Plaid or burlap fabric
- Faux fall flowers and leaves
- Ribbon
- Pages from vintage books
Arrange these pieces to your liking and adhere them to the frame with a hot glue gun. For the finishing touch, use the ribbon to hang your new fall wreath in your house or on your front door.
Mason Jar Masterpiece
It’s easy to enhance your tablescape with a festive fall centerpiece using Goodwill finds. Look for glass jars, vases, and wooden trays or boxes at your nearest Goodwill store.
Then, fill the containers with small decorative accents such as battery-operated votive candles or fairy lights, candy corn, or even acorns or buckeyes found on a nature walk. Tie a ribbon around the top of the jars, and you have a simple yet stunning centerpiece ready for the fall season.
Make Goodwill Your Starting Point for Fall Fun!
When it comes to fall and Halloween crafts, the possibilities are endless — and Goodwill has plenty of affordable and sustainable supplies to spark your creativity. You’ll also find a fabulous selection of Halloween costumes, accessories, and props in our Boo-tique!
Don’t forget — when you choose to upcycle treasures from Goodwill, you’re also supporting life-changing job skills training and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and veterans in your community. Find your nearest Cincinnati Goodwill store today, and happy crafting!
