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If you haven’t yet started decorating for Halloween 2024, we’re here to gently remind you that you’re running out of time. If you’re one of those who are opting out of the most spooktakular holiday of the year, that’s totally fine. But if you’ve been sitting around, staring at your pumpkin, while waiting for inspiration to suddenly appear, consider this your sign.

Bored Panda came across an online community that’s doing the witch’s work by revealing their personal best tricks and treats when it comes to Halloween decor. Over 21,0000 members have been posting their favorite fall treasures, bewitching projects, and spine-chilling décor in r/HalloweenDecor. From eerie finds, to DIY masterpieces, there’s something for anyone looking to get into the spooky spirit. Keep scrolling and don't forget to upvote your faves. 

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Phil Mckraken Manor

Phil Mckraken Manor

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Karri Berkowitz
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just south of New Orleans all the houses look like this. Like those ppl don't play when it comes to decorating.

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This Is Our Latest Attempt At Recreating The World-Famous Jack Skellington And Making Him Fully Articulated And Posable To Be A Perfect Halloween Decoration

This Is Our Latest Attempt At Recreating The World-Famous Jack Skellington And Making Him Fully Articulated And Posable To Be A Perfect Halloween Decoration

DIY, handmade, hand-stitched, standing 7+ ft tall, he took months to design and weeks to build. Next will be Sandy Claus costume for him!

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Halloween has suddenly crept up on us with a big “boo!” While it's widely celebrated in the United States and Europe, you might be surprised to know there are a few weird laws when it comes to how and where you can take part in the freaky festivities.

Up until recently, teenagers caught trick-or-treating in Chesapeake, Virginia could face up to six months in jail. The outdated 1970s law was done away with following public outcry. But according to NPR, the city’s “statute still says kids over 14 who trick-or-treat are guilty of a misdemeanor.”

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My GF Did This Today She's Not Happy With It, I Told Her It Looks Great Please Let Her Know It Looks Great

My GF Did This Today She's Not Happy With It, I Told Her It Looks Great Please Let Her Know It Looks Great

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I Started Painting A Series Of Portraits On Pumpkins

I Started Painting A Series Of Portraits On Pumpkins

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I Built An Apothecary/Bookstore Inside A Pumpkin

I Built An Apothecary/Bookstore Inside A Pumpkin

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Upstaged75
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow! That takes incredible patience. I'm too clumsy for anything that tiny.

Jacksonville and Rayne have similar rules. Both towns ban kids older than 13 from trick-or-treating. While Belleville forbids anyone above eighth grade from indulging in the practice. But Belleville takes it one step further. If you’re 12 years or older, you have to get permission from the Mayor or Chief of Police if you plan to wear a mask or disguise on days other than Halloween.

Taft, Texas only allows trick-or-treating between 6pm and 8:30pm on Halloween. Authorities say they don’t want people roaming the streets late at night, as it’s “undesirable”, places a burden on the police department and creates "an intolerable situation". The Oregon Legal Research blog reveals that it’s illegal in Alabama to dress up as religious figures such as nuns, priests, and rabbis.

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Meanwhile, in Hollywood, Silly String has been banned from 12:00 a.m. on Oct. 31 to 12:00 p.m. on Nov. 1. Anyone caught using it during these hours could face up to six months in jail or quite a hefty fine. Authorities took the drastic measure following pressure from residents in the early 2000s.

As the LA Times reports, Silly String has caused thousands of dollars in property damage in the past. People’s cars have been attacked, and even Hollywood Walk of Fame stars weren’t spared the wrath of the sticky, glue-like strands. “On a typical Halloween night, up to 100,000 people come to Hollywood Boulevard,” read a 2004 Los Angeles Police Department statement. “Hundreds of illegal vendors flock to the street and sell Silly String which then becomes the sole source of entertainment for the night."

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Stained Glass And Cypress, Spooky Bookends I Created!

Stained Glass And Cypress, Spooky Bookends I Created!

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Jill Jones
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3 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I initially thought these were full sized gates. Beautiful

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Finished Our Outdoor Decorations Today!

Finished Our Outdoor Decorations Today!

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Further afield, you could find yourself behind bars if you choose to dress up as a police officer on Halloween night in the U.K. While dressing as a clown became illegal in the town of Vendargues, France in 2014. Japan's Shinjuku Ward has recently banned street drinking in and around the Kabukicho district from the evening of Oct. 31 until the following morning.

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So I Make Snake Pot Pals, Here's My Spooky Versions

So I Make Snake Pot Pals, Here's My Spooky Versions

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#14

Thank You

Thank You

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Tessa
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Would love it even more if the friend skeleton kept the hair up of the sick skeleton

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Quite A Few Members Have Asked Me For Night Shots Of My Haunt. Here You Go!

Quite A Few Members Have Asked Me For Night Shots Of My Haunt. Here You Go!

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#16

Halloween Themed No Soliciting Signs

Halloween Themed No Soliciting Signs

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Alien-Gal-19
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Look, I'll cut you a deal. If you let me summon Bill, I'll make sure he spares you when Weirdmageddon happens...!

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#17

Kind Of A Cool Night

Kind Of A Cool Night

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#22

Halloween Decorations My Mom Made

Halloween Decorations My Mom Made

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#23

My Grandad Made This Himself For Me When I Was Young!

My Grandad Made This Himself For Me When I Was Young!

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#28

Should I Start Decorating This Weekend On The 21 Of September For Halloween Or Is It Too Early?

Should I Start Decorating This Weekend On The 21 Of September For Halloween Or Is It Too Early?

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First Black Light Set Up

First Black Light Set Up

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Our DIY Pirates Ship

Our DIY Pirates Ship

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#31

I Made This Decorative Bat And Wanted To Share It. I Think It Will Bring A Little Bit Of Spooky Atmosphere

I Made This Decorative Bat And Wanted To Share It. I Think It Will Bring A Little Bit Of Spooky Atmosphere

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#32

Chicken Wire “Ghost”

Chicken Wire “Ghost”

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#33

My Monster House

My Monster House

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#34

Pool Noodle Candles

Pool Noodle Candles

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Carnivorous Plants

Carnivorous Plants

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#36

First Year Decoration

First Year Decoration

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#37

Finally Done! (Rained For 2 Weeks)

Finally Done! (Rained For 2 Weeks)

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#38

My First Skelly 💀

My First Skelly 💀

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#39

My Halloween Hand Carved Figurines!

My Halloween Hand Carved Figurines!

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Here’s My Indoor Decorations

Here’s My Indoor Decorations

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#41

Bart Simpson As The Raven From Treehouse Of Horror

Bart Simpson As The Raven From Treehouse Of Horror

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#42

Beware The Beast!

Beware The Beast!

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I Made This Halloween Pumpkin Lamp And Wanted To Share It. I Think It Will Bring A Little Bit Of Spooky Atmosphere

I Made This Halloween Pumpkin Lamp And Wanted To Share It. I Think It Will Bring A Little Bit Of Spooky Atmosphere

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#44

First Real Place That I Was Able To Decorate!!

First Real Place That I Was Able To Decorate!!

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#45

DIY Tall Monster

DIY Tall Monster

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#46

This Year’s Entry For The Pumpkin Contest At Work!💯🎃

This Year’s Entry For The Pumpkin Contest At Work!💯🎃

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#47

I Customized This Little Tike House Into A Witch’s Hut

I Customized This Little Tike House Into A Witch’s Hut

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#48

My Ghosts

My Ghosts

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#49

Witchy Moon Stained Glass Suncatcher 🎃✨

Witchy Moon Stained Glass Suncatcher 🎃✨

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#51

Michael Myers Stained Glass I Made!

Michael Myers Stained Glass I Made!

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Steve Robert
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3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazing talent! If I tried that, there'd be blood all over the place.

#52

Beetlejuice Yard Display

Beetlejuice Yard Display

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#54

I’m Gonna Keep On Dancing At The Pink Bony Club

I’m Gonna Keep On Dancing At The Pink Bony Club

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#55

Spooky Fence

Spooky Fence

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#56

Cardboard Coffin

Cardboard Coffin

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#57

First Halloween Decoration At My New Home!

First Halloween Decoration At My New Home!

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#58

Love How He Turned Out! Used An Old Laundry Pod Container For LEGO Frankenstein

Love How He Turned Out! Used An Old Laundry Pod Container For LEGO Frankenstein

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#59

Jack O Lantern Glass!

Jack O Lantern Glass!

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#60

Happy Halloween ! 🎃

Happy Halloween ! 🎃

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#61

Our Home

Our Home

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#63

Grave Yard On The Hill

Grave Yard On The Hill

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#64

My Only Halloween Decor

My Only Halloween Decor

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#66

First Halloween In My First House

First Halloween In My First House

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#68

Super Proud Of My Setup!

Super Proud Of My Setup!

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#69

My Neighbors Love Collecting Their Werewolves

My Neighbors Love Collecting Their Werewolves

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#70

2023 Halloween Display

2023 Halloween Display

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#72

Another Finished Diorama For Halloween

Another Finished Diorama For Halloween

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#73

Painted Pumpkins

Painted Pumpkins

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#74

Behold… The Great Pumpkin

Behold… The Great Pumpkin

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#75

Saw This Monster Filled House!!

Saw This Monster Filled House!!

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#76

Just Dressing Up The House

Just Dressing Up The House

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#77

Giant Paper Mache Pumpkin

Giant Paper Mache Pumpkin

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#78

Little Ghost On A Swing 👻

Little Ghost On A Swing 👻

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#79

Dollar Store Pumpkin Stack DIY

Dollar Store Pumpkin Stack DIY

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#80

My Latest Acrylic Painting 👻🖤👻

My Latest Acrylic Painting 👻🖤👻

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#81

Who Else Uses Halloween Decor Year Round? 🦇

Who Else Uses Halloween Decor Year Round? 🦇

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#82

My First Halloween Tree

My First Halloween Tree

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#83

Which Pumpkin Is Your Favorite?

Which Pumpkin Is Your Favorite?

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#84

🎃pumpkins🎃

🎃pumpkins🎃

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#85

A Little Halloween Decor Before The House Gets A Full Spooky Makeover In The Coming Weeks 🎃

A Little Halloween Decor Before The House Gets A Full Spooky Makeover In The Coming Weeks 🎃

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