What is Halloween without a few DIY spooky spider webs complete with creepy-crawly arachnids? They're a Halloween decorating staple, and it couldn't be easier to create your own using rope and a few knots! Your DIY spider webs can be used both indoors and outdoors. They look great hanging in a doorway and in the corners of your porch. You can even make a giant web for your yard.
Things You'll Need
Rope
Scissors
Masking tape
Fake spiders
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1. Criss-cross the rope
Your DIY spider webs can be made as small or large as you want. An easy way to make a smaller version is to use poster board as a frame. Cut two pieces of rope about twice the size of the poster board. Criss-cross the rope pieces with a knot in the center and secure it to each side with tape.
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2. Tie a knot
Start the web by tying a knot a few inches up from the center.
3. Create a diamond
Working clockwise, create a diamond shape by tying a knot on each of the crossed pieces. Cut the rope when you finish each shape and start the next one with a new piece.
4. Create two additional diamonds
Tie another knot above the first diamond and work clockwise to create a second and third diamond.
5. Add support ropes
Add four long support ropes by tying a knot to the center and then to each section, moving diagonally. Tape each end to the edge of the poster board.
6. Knot clockwise
Continue to knot clockwise until you reach the edge of the poster board.
7. Hang the spider web
Once it's complete, you can remove the tape and hang it in a corner or doorway. Don't forget to add the fake spiders for ultra spookiness!
You can also display a large web outdoors. Tie it directly to a fence, to a wall, or between trees.
Tip
You can also use lawn stakes to secure an extra-large spider web to the ground.
