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How to Haunt Your House For Less

October 22, 2025

Discount Halloween Decorations & DIY Hacks


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Key Takeaways: 

  • Ollie’s stocks a wide variety of generously discounted Halloween decorations for all decor styles and themes.  

  • With cheap Halloween decorations from Ollie’s, you can afford to decorate both indoors and outdoors without blowing your budget. 

  • Having a decoration strategy allows you to narrow down your decor options to the chosen theme. 

  • Shop early to get all the DIY Halloween decorations you need before stocks run out.  

What’s not to love about the spookiest holiday of the year? From fun decorations and loads of candy (yum!), to the entire neighborhood getting in on the fun, it’s all fright and delight. But the decorations are what really set the tone of the celebrations. 

Now, whether you intend to turn your home into the ultimate spooky spectacle or just want some cute and subtle touches, we’ve got you covered. Ollie’s has a vast selection of Halloween decorations at discount prices, so you can go all out without hurting your pockets. 

There’s really no right time to start decorating. Whether you decorate as soon as the first leaf falls or last-minute in October, Ollie’s will have stuff you can use for cheap Halloween decorations. No matter how spooky your decor vision is, we’ve got the DIY Halloween decorations for it.   

 

Halloween DIY Ideas 

Want killer Halloween decorations without the scary price tag? Transform your home with these DIY strategies: 

  • Have a Central Theme 

A clear theme makes it easier to gather your ideas and make them work together harmoniously. It also makes decorating easier and more impactful. A theme will also give you a mental picture of what you need when you go to pick discount Halloween decorations at Ollie’s. 

Some theme ideas are haunted house, spiders and webs, witches and potions, graveyard, and mad science lab. 

  • Map Out Your Spaces 

Where will you be placing your decor? Map out those areas — the front porch, entryway, living room, windows, walls, or yard — you’ll get a better sense of how much decor you’ll need. 

  • See What You Already Have 

DIY Halloween decor is about creativity. Rather than buying everything new, see if you have home decor pieces that you can repurpose to fit this year’s theme. Get the rest of the pieces you need from Ollie’s. 

The National Retail Federation says that shoppers are spending more on Halloween decor, and sales are expected to reach $4.2 billion this year. Hurry and take advantage of the discounts (up to 70% off the fancy stores!) before stock runs out.

  • Layer the Decor 

The secret to a spooky ambiance that feels real is layering and depth. Here’s how to layer decorations like a pro:  

  1. Lay down the base layer first, using creepy fabric, cobwebs, or black netting.  

  2. Bring out the statement pieces, like skeletons, ghosts, tombstones, pumpkins, or cauldrons.

  3. Add small decor accents like candles, eyeballs, spiders, bones, bugs, and leaves to bring the look together. 

  4. Use lanterns, string lights, glow sticks, or LED candles to set the mood and add the perfect glow.

  5. Finish off with eerie music or motion-sensored sound effects to really set the spooky vibe.


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Must-Buy Cheap Halloween Decor Items 


Here’s a list of fun discount Halloween decoration categories to keep an eye out for as you shop with Ollie’s:

  • Yard and outdoor decor: Tombstones, skeletons, witches, or skulls do the trick.

  • Lighting and glowing effects: Buy fairy lights, LED pumpkin lights, LED candles, and glow sticks. Proper lighting makes even the most basic decorations pop. 

  • Wall and window decor: Get banners, bloody handprint stickers, and silhouette cutouts. They’re budget-friendly, easy to set up, and eye-catching. 

  • Hanging decor: Examples include hanging ghosts or witches and paper lanterns. They’re great for filling out empty spaces and enhancing the ambiance. 

  • Fabrics and textiles: Buy creepy patterns, Halloween tablecloths, and cheesecloth. They’re perfect for draping or styling furniture. 

  • DIY craft supplies: Get paint, cardboard or foam board, fishing line, scissors, a hot glue gun, tape, and construction paper. Use craft supplies to create your own unique designs and save money. 

  • Creepy creatures: These include rats, crows, bugs, snakes, spiders, skulls, fake limbs, and bones. These tiny details heighten the creepy atmosphere. 


Halloween Party Hosting Tips 

  

Are you hosting a Halloween party? Try these go-to party decoration tips to show off your spooky style and impress everyone:  

  • Select the party theme: The theme sets the tone for everything else, from Halloween decorations to the costumes. Get your party supplies at discount prices at Ollie’s.

  • Start planning early: Give yourself enough time to purchase and DIY your Halloween decorations

  • Decorate your space: Place decorations all around the house to spread the spooky spirit to all corners. 

  • Create a warm, eerie vibe with warm lighting: Use lanterns, string lights, and LED candles.  

  • Host a costume contest: Liven up the party with competitions for the best costumes and costume accessories. Offer small prizes to the winners. 

  • Offer party favors: Send your guests home with party treats to end the night on a high note.  

 

Make Halloween Cheap, Creative, and Creepy


Armed with ideas on how to make this Halloween memorable, like where to find discount decorations, haunting your house has never been easier or more fun. Get all your Halloween decor supplies cheaply at Ollie’s and create your spooky vision! When you’re done, invite friends over for a party and have them marvel at the macabre masterpiece you’ve created. Visit a store near you to start your Halloween shopping now!

Frequently Asked Questions

Get cheap Halloween decorations and DIY supplies from Ollie’s and create your own Halloween decorations.

Paper decorations are the cheapest Halloween decorations to make because you only need paper and cutting tools.

Whenever your Halloween heart desires! But, starting early allows you to purchase your Halloween decorations at discount prices at Ollie’s before supplies run out!

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