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Create the Sweetest Spooky Scene with Ghosts, Crows & a Glowing Moon πŸŒ™πŸ‚

Create the Sweetest Spooky Scene with Ghosts, Crows & a Glowing Moon πŸŒ™πŸ‚

Create a Cute & Creepy Halloween Scene with Rub-On Transfers

Halloween crafting doesn't have to be spooky to be beautiful! In this fun project, Tammy Muto of Cheers to Creativity combines warm autumn colors with adorable ghost and crow transfers to create a whimsical Halloween scene that's perfect for seasonal decorating.

This project comes together quickly and is a great way to experiment with layering backgrounds and using rub-on transfers in unexpected ways.

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Cute & Creepy Halloween Scene

Materials Needed:
Painting the fall background

Step 1: Create a Warm Fall Background

Begin by painting your round board with gold, yellow, and orange paint. Use a sponge to blend the colors together until you achieve a beautiful autumn-inspired background.

Adding depth to the background

While the paint is still slightly damp, add a little brown paint around the bottom and edges of the board and a touch of white in the center. Blend everything together for a soft, glowing effect.

Sanding the surface

Step 2: Prep the Surface

Allow the background to dry completely, then lightly sand the surface. This creates a smoother finish and helps your transfers adhere beautifully.

Tip: Don't skip the sanding step. A smooth surface makes a big difference when applying rub-on transfers.

Adding the tree transfer

Step 3: Add the Tree

Cut out the tree design from the Cute and Creepy Halloween Rub-On Transfer. Position it on your board and burnish carefully with the Essential Rub-On Transfer Tool until fully adhered.

Adding the ghost transfer

Step 4: Add the Ghost

Cut out the ghost with pumpkin and flower from the Wildflower Ghosts Rub-On Transfer Set. Position it beside the tree and burnish until fully transferred.

Adding the crow transfer

Step 5: Add a Crow for Extra Charm

Select one of the adorable crow designs from the Cute and Creepy Halloween set and place it on a tree branch. This little detail adds so much personality to the scene.

Creating ground and shadows

Step 6: Ground the Scene

Using a sponge, add a little more brown paint beneath the tree and ghost to create a soft ground effect and add depth to the project.

Creating the glowing moon

Step 7: Create a Glowing Moon

Using the Mini Stencil Brush Set, apply white and yellow paint in circular motions at the top of the board. Blend until you achieve a soft glowing moon effect.

A touch of glitter can add a little extra magic to your finished piece.

Finished Cute and Creepy Halloween Scene
Helpful Tips:
  • Blend your background while the paint is still damp for the smoothest transitions.
  • Lightly sanding before applying transfers helps prevent lifting.
  • Layering simple details like shadows and a glowing moon creates depth and makes the scene feel magical.
  • Mix and match transfer sets to create unique seasonal designs.

This whimsical Halloween project is proof that spooky season can be soft, charming, and full of creativity. Grab your favorite transfers and create your own cute and creepy scene!

Ready to make your own? Shop the Cute and Creepy Halloween Rub-On Transfer and the Wildflower Ghosts Rub-On Transfer Set to recreate this project.


Watch the Full Tutorial

Want to see this cute and creepy Halloween scene come together step by step? Watch Tammy Muto of Cheers to Creativity create this whimsical project in the full video tutorial below!

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