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Well, y’all, I just couldn’t stop once I started finding templates! There were more Halloween cutout templates than I imagined out there.
Halloween decorating is just too much fun, and there are so many more great options out there to get your yard looking extra spooky this year.
I’ve gathered 31 incredible digital (and some physical) templates to help you craft some hauntingly good decor.
From creepy ghosts to a full-on haunted house, you’ll find something here that’ll make your yard the talk of the neighborhood.
Grab your jigsaw and let’s dive into another round of spooky fun!
Giant Werewolf Life-Size Cutout
Who doesn’t love a good werewolf lurking in the yard on Halloween night?
This life-size werewolf cutout template will give your trick-or-treaters a fright they won’t forget! Standing at a towering height, this beast is sure to be a standout in your spooky display.
Skills Learned: Basic jigsaw cutting techniques and painting details.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black and gray paint
- Outdoor sealer
Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 hours
Pro Tip: Make sure to give him glowing eyes using small solar lights for an extra eerie effect!
And, if you want to see even more spooky festive ways you can decorate your house, I’ve got ya’ covered right here.
Sally from Nightmare Before Christmas
If you’re a fan of The Nightmare Before Christmas, this Sally cutout is the perfect addition to your Halloween decor.
She’ll bring a bit of that whimsical, spooky magic to your yard, and who doesn’t love a good Tim Burton-inspired display?
Skills Learned: Fine detail cutting and hand-painting.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF board
- Jigsaw
- Assorted paints
- Brushes
Estimated Time to Complete: 3-4 hours
Pro Tip: Seal Sally with a matte clear coat to keep her colors bright, rain or shine!
Spooky Tree Template
There’s nothing creepier than a gnarly, twisted tree in the yard to give off that haunted forest vibe. This spooky tree cutout is simple yet effective at transforming your space into a haunted scene.
Skills Learned: Basic wood cutting and shaping.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black spray paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Pair this tree with some of the ghost cutouts below for a complete haunted woods look.
Halloween Pluto Bundle Cutout
For all the Disney lovers out there, this Halloween-themed Pluto cutout is just the cutest thing! Your kids will love seeing Pluto dressed up for Halloween in your yard.
Skills Learned: Cutting detailed shapes and painting cartoon characters.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF board
- Jigsaw
- Paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 hours
Pro Tip: Use outdoor-rated paints to keep Pluto looking fresh, even if the weather turns spooky!
Life-Size Witch Yard Display
No Halloween yard display is complete without a classic witch flying across the moon! This life-size witch cutout template will make sure your yard is full of frightful fun.
Skills Learned: Large-scale cutting and weatherproofing.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2 hours
Pro Tip: Add a string of twinkle lights around her broom to really make her stand out at night!
Garage Door Silhouette Template
Want to make your garage part of the display?
This 6-foot garage door silhouette is perfect for adding some extra spooky flair. It’s simple, dramatic, and will definitely catch the attention of passersby.
Skills Learned: Large cutout techniques and proper placement.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Foam board
- Box cutter
- Spray paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Don’t forget to secure it well to the door so the wind doesn’t carry it away!
6-Foot Witches Template
This template features not one, but three witches stirring up trouble! Perfect for creating a mini-scene in your yard, these witches will look like they’re brewing up a potion right before your eyes.
Skills Learned: Multiple figure cutting and grouping for display.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Paints in black, green, and purple
Estimated Time to Complete: 3-4 hours
Pro Tip: Place a cauldron with a fog machine nearby to complete the spooky scene!
Witches PDF Template (1ft-8ft)
If you want to go big this Halloween, this witch template comes in sizes ranging from 1 foot to 8 feet! Perfect for customizing your display to your space.
Skills Learned: Scaling and cutting larger templates.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2-4 hours depending on size
Pro Tip: Layer multiple sizes for an added 3D effect in your yard!
Jack-o’-Lantern 7-Pack Acrylic Templates
You can’t have Halloween without some Jack-o’-lanterns! These acrylic templates will help you carve perfect faces every time, or use them to cut out wooden versions for a longer-lasting display.
Skills Learned: Repeated shape cutting and template tracing.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood or pumpkins
- Jigsaw or carving tools
- Acrylic paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1 hour
Pro Tip: Use glow-in-the-dark paint for an extra pop once the sun goes down!
Scary Ghosts Template
No haunted yard is complete without a couple of floating ghosts! This template offers two life-size ghosts that’ll float eerily in the breeze.
Skills Learned: Simple jigsaw cutting.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF board
- Jigsaw
- White and black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2 hours
Pro Tip: Hang them with fishing line from tree branches for an extra spooky, floating effect!
Spooky Ghost Template
Nothing screams Halloween quite like a spooky ghost!
This simple yet eerie ghost template will have your yard looking like a haunted hotspot in no time.
It’s perfect for cutting out and hanging around the yard or porch to give your trick-or-treaters a fright!
Skills Learned: Basic jigsaw cutting.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood or MDF
- Jigsaw
- White and black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Hang your ghost from trees with fishing line for an extra spooky floating effect!
Haunted House Cutout
Turn your yard into the creepiest spot in the neighborhood with this haunted house cutout template.
With its crooked windows and looming silhouette, it’ll give off major haunted vibes. Add some flickering lights behind it, and you’ll be set for a perfectly spooky display.
Skills Learned: Cutting detailed shapes and assembly.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 hours
Pro Tip: Place LED lights behind the windows to make them glow eerily in the dark.
Life-Size Halloween Graveyard Silhouette
No Halloween yard display is complete without a creepy graveyard!
This life-size graveyard silhouette features headstones, crosses, and gnarled trees to make your front yard look like something straight out of a horror movie.
Skills Learned: Large-scale cutting and layout planning.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF board
- Jigsaw
- Black spray paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 hours
Pro Tip: Add some fake moss or cobwebs to the gravestones to make them look even older and spookier!
Slasher Silhouette (4ft-6ft)
If you’re a fan of classic horror movies, this slasher cutout is a must-have.
Standing between 4 to 6 feet tall, this spooky figure will loom menacingly in your yard, giving off those classic scary movie vibes.
Skills Learned: Larger cutout techniques and assembly.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Place this figure in a shadowy corner for maximum scare factor—your neighbors will love it!
Grim Reaper Silhouette
Here comes the Grim Reaper himself! This large silhouette template will add a dark and foreboding presence to your yard.
The flowing robe and skeletal face will send shivers down the spines of anyone who dares approach.
Skills Learned: Cutting intricate shapes and adding fine details.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF or plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black and white paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 hours
Pro Tip: Add red LED eyes to the Reaper for an extra spooky touch!
Spooky Tree Scene Silhouette
This spooky tree scene will give your yard that haunted forest feel!
With gnarled branches reaching toward the sky, this template will set the perfect backdrop for any of your other Halloween decor.
Skills Learned: Large silhouette cutting and scene-building.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Add some hanging bats or ghosts from the branches for an even more eerie effect!
Jack-o’-Lanterns (1ft, 2ft, 3ft)
You can never have too many Jack-o’-lanterns for Halloween! These templates give you multiple size options, from 1 foot all the way up to 3 feet.
They’re perfect for mixing and matching in your yard, creating a glowing pumpkin patch that’ll light up the night.
Skills Learned: Cutting out repeated shapes and details.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Use glow-in-the-dark paint for an extra spooky effect once the sun sets!
Spooky Halloween Silhouette
This spooky silhouette cutout features a creepy figure that will surely give trick-or-treaters pause! Its tall, menacing form makes it perfect for positioning at the edge of your yard or near your front door.
Skills Learned: Fine detail cutting and placement.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF board
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Light this silhouette from the front to cast even creepier shadows behind it.
Skull Halloween Cutout
Add a touch of skeletal spookiness with this skull cutout template.
Whether you hang it up or place it in your yard, this detailed skull will send chills down the spine of anyone who dares cross its path!
Skills Learned: Fine detail work and layering.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF board
- Jigsaw
- White and black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1 hour
Pro Tip: Pair the skull with some tombstone cutouts for a complete graveyard scene.
Spooky Pumpkin Silhouettes
This spooky pumpkin silhouette template is perfect for adding some subtle, spooky decor to your garden area. Whether it’s a ghost or something else creeping around your bushes, this silhouette will blend perfectly into any Halloween yard display.
Skills Learned: Basic cutting and painting techniques.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood or MDF
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Hide these silhouettes among your plants for a creepy surprise when folks get too close!
Sanderson Sisters Scene Silhouette
Calling all Hocus Pocus fans! This Sanderson Sisters scene silhouette is a magical addition to any yard display.
It’ll bring a little movie magic to your Halloween decor and is sure to charm all the witches and warlocks who visit.
Skills Learned: Detailed cutting for character silhouettes.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 hours
Pro Tip: Add some faux candles around the scene for a magical, movie-inspired look.
Ghost Halloween Laser Cut Template
If you love those classic ghost shapes, this laser-cut template is for you! It’s simple but effective, and you can create multiple ghosts to float around your yard.
They’re spooky, but not too scary, making them perfect for family-friendly decor.
Skills Learned: Basic cutout and sanding techniques.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF or plywood
- Jigsaw
- White and black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Use glow-in-the-dark paint for a spooky surprise when night falls!
Haunted Graveyard and Spooky Tree (6.3ft)
Take your yard display to the next level with this giant haunted graveyard scene, complete with a spooky tree that’ll tower over all your other decorations.
This template is perfect for creating a truly haunting scene in your front yard.
Skills Learned: Large-scale cutout techniques and layout planning.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 3-4 hours
Pro Tip: Use string lights to create an eerie glow around the tree and headstones at night.
Halloween Scenes SVG Bundle
This bundle includes multiple Halloween scene templates, from bats to pumpkins to witches, perfect for crafting a cohesive yard display.
The variety gives you plenty of options to mix and match different elements for a custom spooky setup.
Skills Learned: Template tracing and multiple cutouts.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF board
- Jigsaw
- Black, orange, and white paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 hours
Pro Tip: Scatter these pieces around your yard to create an immersive spooky scene.
Black Cat and Spiderweb Door Corner
Nothing says Halloween quite like a black cat and a spiderweb!
This door corner cutout template adds a subtle spooky touch to your entryway, greeting guests with a fun, yet eerie, vibe as soon as they arrive.
Skills Learned: Small detail cutting and placement.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF board
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Use it on windows too, for a cohesive Halloween theme throughout your home.
4ft Cute Ghost Trio with Boo Template
This adorable ghost trio will add some lighthearted fun to your Halloween decor.
Standing at 4 feet tall, they’re more friendly than frightening, and their little “Boo!” sign will surely bring smiles to all your visitors.
Skills Learned: Medium-sized cutout techniques and simple painting.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- White, black, and orange paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2 hours
Pro Tip: Add fairy lights behind the ghosts to make them glow softly at night.
Halloween Router Template (Set of 3)
If you love using a router in your woodworking projects, this set of Halloween-themed router templates is just for you.
You can create crisp, clean edges for pumpkins, witches, and bats… perfect for a professional-looking display.
Skills Learned: Using a router for detailed cutouts.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Router
- MDF or plywood
- Paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2-3 hours
Pro Tip: Sand the edges of your cutouts for a smoother finish before painting.
Recommended Reading: 7 Spooky Halloween Router Templates
Witch on a Broomstick Cutouts (Multiple Sizes)
Every yard needs a flying witch on a broomstick for Halloween!
This template comes in multiple sizes, so you can create a whole fleet of witches to soar over your yard or hang them from trees to create an extra spooky scene.
Skills Learned: Multiple-size cutting and outdoor installation.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Black paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 2 hours
Pro Tip: Hang the witches using fishing line for a floating effect that’ll wow your visitors.
Pumpkin Router Template (Clear Acrylic)
Create perfect pumpkin shapes every time with this clear acrylic router template.
It’s durable and reusable, so you can craft as many pumpkins as you want without worrying about your template wearing out.
Skills Learned: Router use and consistent template tracing.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Router
- MDF or plywood
- Orange paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1 hour
Pro Tip: Paint each pumpkin a little differently for variety and added charm in your display.
Spooky Pumpkins Cutout Template
This set of spooky pumpkins will help you add a little extra fright to your Halloween setup. With multiple faces to choose from, you’ll have a fun, eerie pumpkin patch in no time.
Skills Learned: Repeated shape cutting and painting techniques.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- Plywood
- Jigsaw
- Orange, black, and white paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Use these pumpkins in clusters for a more impactful display.
Jack-o’-Lanterns or Pumpkins Template
Y’all know it just ain’t Halloween without a good ol’ Jack-o’-lantern!
This template gives you several pumpkin options to cut out and display around your yard or porch.
Whether you’re going for spooky or just plain cute, these pumpkins are sure to light up your Halloween display.
Skills Learned: Basic cutout techniques and repetitive shaping.
Materials/Tools Needed:
- MDF or plywood
- Jigsaw
- Orange, black, and green paint
Estimated Time to Complete: 1-2 hours
Pro Tip: Add some string lights inside or behind these pumpkins to really make them glow and bring your display to life at night!
And there you have it, folks!
With these extra templates in your spooky toolkit, your Halloween yard display is going to be the best one in town.
Whether you’re crafting a towering slasher or adding some subtle skulls and pumpkins, you’ll have all the tools you need for a truly haunting display. Now, grab your jigsaw and get to crafting!