Halloween ghost – plywood cutout for crafting

The children are carving the pumpkin. Brushes and paints are spread out on the table. And in the middle of it all, a wooden Halloween ghost is waiting to come to life. This laser-cut plywood cutout is made for your October craft afternoon. It has a clear ghost shape. You can paint it or stick things on it, just as you like. Or simply hang it up in natural wood. That's how a piece of wood becomes your very own Halloween decoration.

What changes for you

• You make your own Halloween decorations instead of buying ready-made ones. The untreated wood takes paints, varnishes, oils and glue directly.
• Your ghost fits exactly where you want it, whether on a windowsill or on the wall of your house. You choose the height from 5 to 40 cm in 1 cm steps.
• You can start crafting straight away. The laser-cut edges are smooth. No sanding, no splinters.
• Your decoration gets its own character. The typical brown laser edge traces the ghost shape by itself. Even unpainted, the design looks finished.
• You can rely on clean workmanship. Every cutout comes from our own production in Pößneck.

Why this wooden ghost makes a difference in everyday life

Homemade decorations tell more of a story than bought ones. When your painted ghost hangs in the window, it holds memories of an afternoon spent together. The natural wood tones down the garishness of Halloween decorations and makes them feel cosy. Spooky, yes, but in a friendly way. And because you choose the size yourself, the ghost suits the rest of your autumn decorations without overpowering them.

Material & finish

The ghost is laser-cut from 3 mm plywood. That's why it has smooth edges and the characteristic brown rim that outlines the shape nicely. The wood is untreated, neither varnished nor glazed. So you can paint it, stick things on it, coat it or oil it as you like. Wood is a purely natural material. Its shade and grain always vary a little. Small knots or irregularities in the structure may occur. This makes every ghost one of a kind. It's not a flaw, it's character.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated (not varnished or glazed)
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: ghost
• Height: from 5 cm to 40 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges with the typical brown laser edge
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the ghost

• For a craft afternoon with children: every child paints their own ghost. By the evening, a whole parade of ghosts is hanging in the window.
• For a Halloween party: combine several sizes on a string above the buffet. Your guests will know at the door that there's a party going on.
• In the window of a bakery, café or shop: arrange a few ghosts between pumpkins and autumn goods. It's seasonal decoration that's quick to set up and can be rearranged every year.
• As a place card or giveaway: put a small ghost with a name written on it at each place. It's a little gift your guests can take home after the party.
• At nursery or school: use it as a ready-made blank for the autumn craft session. Everyone starts with the same shape, and every result turns out different.

Good to know about the ghost

Halloween goes back to the eve of All Saints' Day – "All Hallows’ Eve". According to old custom, the spirits of the dead were said to return to the living on this night. That's why the ghost has always been one of the classic motifs of Halloween. It works just as well on the front door for little trick-or-treaters as in an autumn shop window display.

Care & durability

You don't need to do much. Although the plywood is untreated, it will last indoors for many Halloween seasons. Protect it from constant damp and moisture. Or paint, varnish or oil it yourself to make it more resistant. To clean it, simply wipe it with a dry cloth.

Options & what's included

• Height of your choice: 5 cm to 40 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Contents: 1 ghost in the size of your choice
• The wood is supplied in its natural state and unpainted. Coloured designs in the product images are just for inspiration

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint the ghost? Yes. The wood is completely untreated. You can paint it, stick things on it, coat it or oil it. Paints adhere directly to the surface.

Do I need to sand the edges? No. The cutout is laser-cut and has smooth edges. You can start crafting straight away.

Why does the ghost have a brown edge? The brown edge is created during laser cutting and is typical of this process. It outlines the shape and is part of the cutout's character.

Does every ghost look the same? The shape does, the wood doesn't. As a natural material, it varies in shade and grain. Small knots are normal. Every piece is one of a kind.

Picture the moment your own ghost hangs in the window. Outside, the first little witches and vampires are ringing the doorbell. Just choose your size. You do the rest with a brush and your imagination.