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Transform Your Dorm: 8 Spooky Ideas for a Haunted College Vibe

Written by: Kristine Thorndyke

Get your dorm room ready for Halloween with these fun and spooky decorations! From pumpkin lights to creepy candles, we’ve rounded up eight creative ways to transform your space into a haunted hideaway. 

8 Spooky Decorations for Your Dorm

1. Fall Pumpkin String Lights

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These garland-style pumpkin string lights can transform a dorm into cozy mode with its warm white color. These adorable pumpkins are powered by AA batteries (not included), so you don’t need to worry about pesky outlets. 

Holding these dainty pumpkins together is copper wiring, which can be molded to fit whatever shape or space – and the wire also “glows” when the pumpkins are lit up.

2. Black Cauldron Ceramic Mug

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This handmade cauldron-shaped mug is perfect for whatever you are brewing. The pattern on the mug includes autumnal tones of copper leaves – and its size means that you can fit up to 1.5 cups of your favorite hot beverage to sip on. This is the perfect witchy addition to your dorm. 

3. White Ghosts Window Sticker Pack

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These cute little white ghost window stickers are such a fun way to add affordable decoration to your window space.

Even when the curtains are closed, passersby can enjoy the spooky addition to your space! Each sheet contains 4 ghosts – and the more sheets you buy, the larger the savings.

4. 3 Ghosts Door Signs

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This set of 3 door corner ghosts are a fun addition to your door, window, or wall. These ghosts are made of durable wood and also come with 3M adhesive tape to allow for quick application. 

5. Macrame Ghost

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This handcrafted macrame ghost is handwoven with love using natural cotton cord. You can choose among ghost face options ranging from cute and mustached to downright spooky. This ghost can make a great addition to your wall or door and hangs up easily.

6. Pink Halloween Gallery Wall Set of 6

This Halloween poster art is a convenient decoration that you can download right after purchasing. In this digital download, you’ll receive a wall poster set of 6 trendy posters that you can print and frame to hang in your dorm. 

You can find more spooky printables and Halloween decorations in Etsy’s Halloween Guide.

7. Skull Taper Candles

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Choose between skull-shaped or pumpkin tapered candles in the colors black, gray, orange, or white. These candles can look great on a coffee table and can be assorted in their various colors or designs.

8. Trick or Treat Embroidered Pillow

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This trick or treat pillowcase is handmade and can add a touch of spooky decor to your bedroom! The colors are in the classic Halloween orange, white, and black. You can customize your pillow by choosing between a set of designs, color, and size. 

Final Thoughts

Bringing in these handmade Halloween decorations from Etsy is an awesome way to add a personal touch to your dorm while also supporting small creators. 

Whether you’re into spooky vibes or prefer the cute and cozy look, there’s something here for everyone to get into the Halloween spirit. 

With so many unique options to choose from, you’re bound to find something that fits your style and turns your space into a festive hangout for the season!

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