Create a DIY Ghost Family Gallery with Printables

This year, ghosts are having a moment—and not the scary kind. Instead, I’m talking adorable apparitions with pink cheeks, tiny bows, and the undeniable urge to hold something cute. From candy buckets to coffee mugs, these little spirits are embracing their accessory era. So naturally, I had to join the trend with a twist that’s totally family-friendly and display-worthy.

Introducing: The Ghost Family Gallery, a reverse canvas craft that turns your crew into the cutest haunted hallway on the block.

Why You’ll Love It

• Customizable: Print adult and kid ghosts to match your unique family vibe.
• Adorable: Each ghost holds a mini pumpkin, because fall is a mood.
• Display-ready: Hang it in your entryway, hallway, or wherever your spooky spirit lives.

What You’ll Need

• Printable ghost family set (adult + kid ghosts)
• 8×10 Dollar store canvas (1 for each ghost)
• Mod Podge
• Glue
• Scissors
• X-Acto knife or box cutter (to remove canvas from frame)
• Mini pumpkins (or item of choice)
• Optional: ribbon, paint, or embellishments for extra flair

How to Make Your Ghost Family Portrait

To begin, print & cut your boo crew. Choose the ghosts that resemble your family. Mix and match adult and kid ghosts to build your haunted household. Cut them out carefully.

Next up: paint your canvas and let it dry like a ghost waiting for midnight mischief.

Once dry, carefully cut along the edge to remove it from the frame, leaving enough excess fabric to reattach later.

Next, pull the leftover canvas loose from the staples and snip off any stubborn stragglers still clinging to the edges.

If you’re feeling bold, paint or decorate the frame for a pop of color and personality.

Then, Mod Podge the ghosts. Arrange each of your ghost members on a canvas backing and glue them down with Mod Podge. Smooth out any bubbles and let dry.

Optional: With the glue still tacky, I used a rolling pin and parchment paper to press out the last of the bubbles.

Reassemble by gluing the canvas to the back of the frame.

Make sure your artwork faces forward and the frame sits proudly in front.

After that, add the pumpkins. Glue a mini pumpkin into each ghost’s hands. It’s the perfect seasonal touch—and yes, it’s ridiculously cute.

Tidy up the edges by trimming any canvas that’s hanging past the frame.

Finally, flip your canvas and glue on some ribbon or string for easy hanging.

Hang it up with eerie confidence—your spooky-sweet gallery is officially ready to haunt the halls in style!

Why It Works

Ultimately, this craft isn’t just about Halloween decor—it’s about celebrating your family in a way that’s festive, funny, and full of heart. Whether your ghosts are holding pumpkins, candy, or tiny coffee cups, they reflect the chaos and charm of real-life parenting. And for moms? It’s a chance to slow down, get creative, and make something that feels personal.

Grab Your Printable Ghost Set

Grab the full ghost family printable below—featuring blank-handed boos just waiting to be accessorized. Then, show off your haunted hallway magic by tagging @ohwait.imamom on Instagram. Let’s celebrate spooky season with sass, sweetness, and a generous splash of Mod Podge!

With coffee in one hand and a ghost in the other,

💛 Bethany