Spooky Haunted House Shelf Sitter DIY Kit

Description

Bring spooky scenes to life with this beautifully detailed Spooky Haunted House Shelf Sitter DIY Wooden Craft Kit. Featuring a haunted house surrounded by a spooky tree, playful ghosts, flying bats, a bubbling cauldron, skeleton, gravestone, pumpkin and eerie Halloween details, this layered wooden craft kit is supplied unpainted, allowing you to create a one-of-a-kind Halloween decoration using your own colours and imagination.

Expertly precision laser cut from premium quality MDF, each piece is designed to fit together perfectly, creating an impressive layered 3D display once assembled. Add your own finishing touches using acrylic paints, paint pens, glitter, inks, moss, cobwebs or other craft materials to create a truly magical Halloween scene.

Suitable for kids and adults, this DIY kit is perfect for crafters of all abilities and makes a fantastic activity for schools, nurseries, afterschool clubs, holiday clubs, Scouts, Guides, community groups, libraries, craft workshops, Halloween events and family craft sessions.

Once completed, your Spooky Haunted House Shelf Sitter becomes a striking freestanding decoration, ideal for shelves, mantelpieces, windowsills, desks and Halloween displays. Whether you’re decorating your home or creating a handmade seasonal gift, this craft kit is a fun project that can be enjoyed year after year.

What’s Included in the Kit

• This DIY craft kit includes all wooden pieces needed to create the design
• Laser-cut MDF (approx. 3.5mm) wooden pieces (unpainted and unassembled)
• Layered haunted house pieces
• Haunted tree pieces
• Ghost embellishments
• Bat embellishments
• Skeleton pieces
• Gravestone pieces
• Pumpkin pieces
• Bubbling cauldron pieces
• Fence detail pieces
• Moon backdrop pieces
• This design includes a separate stand for display.
• Glue and decorating materials are not included unless stated.

Size & Dimensions

• Approximate finished height:
  • (w) 261.32 mm x (h)  285.5 mm
  • (w) 10.288 inches x (h) 11.24 inches

Materials & Finish

• This kit is supplied unpainted and unassembled
• Made from laser-cut MDF (approx. 3.5mm)
• The wood is sustainably sourced
• Laser cut in-house by The Krafty Italian in Ireland
• Includes scored details for both decoration and placement guidance
• Smooth surface ideal for painting and decorating but a light sanding can be done if you prefer a smoother finish on unpainted or painted wood.
• Laser-cut edges may have slight darkened finish (normal characteristic)
• A slight burnt smell may be present when first opened but this is completely normal and expected with laser cut wood.
• As this is a natural wood product, slight variations in colour and grain may occur.
• Edges may feel slightly rough due to the cutting process.

How to Care for MDF Wood

• Some natural residue may be present on the surface to remove this just wipe gently with a dry cloth.
• Wooden pieces should be handled with care during use.
• This product is intended for indoor use.
• It should be placed in a sheltered area if used outside.
• This product can be used outdoors if sealed with a suitable exterior varnish.
• Store in a dry environment when not in use.

Hints and Tips

Leftover pieces can be kept and reused for future craft activities.

How to Use / Creative Ideas

• Begin by painting individual pieces before assembly
• Customise colours, themes and finishes to suit your style
• Use the score lines as guides to position layered elements correctly
• Build up the cake by attaching pieces layer by layer
• Use PVA wood glue to secure pieces in place
• Enhance your design with:
  • Acrylic paints or paint pens
  • Glitter, gems, or textured effects
  • Shading techniques to highlight the 3D layers
• Every finished piece can be completely unique

Ideal for:

• Creative time at home
• Seasonal Halloween decorating
• Craft activities while you’re busy nearby
• Family crafting sessions
• homes, schools, childcare settings, craft classes, camps, community settings and nursing homes

Skill Level / Who It’s For

• Suitable for children (with adult supervision) and adults
• Beginner-friendly with guided placement lines
• Engaging for more advanced crafters who want to add detail and dimension

Safety & Care

• Decorative item (NOT a toy)
• Small parts – adult supervision required
• Suitable for children aged 3+ with guidance
• Use child-safe paints and adhesives (e.g. PVA glue)

Postage and Packing

Ireland delivery: Tracked with An Post for €6.96 per order

Free shipping in Ireland: orders over €100 qualify for free shipping

Collection available: free pickup from our premises in Malahide, Dublin.