Some people connect with the moon in a magickal, witchy way, while others simply enjoy its calm, glowing beauty and ever-present gaze.

What about you?

IMO, moon-themed projects feel welcoming to everyone: adults, kids, beginners, experienced makers, and craft circles looking for something fun and universally inspiring. After all, the moon has a way of drawing people in, no mysticism required!

These 20 DIY lunar decor ideas are simple, affordable, and completely customisable. You can make them spell-ready and symbolic, or keep things purely aesthetic and creative. Either way, they add a soothing celestial touch to any space,  because honestly, who doesn’t love the moon?

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So grab your notebook, and let’s begin…

1. Moon Phase Wall Hanging (Clay or Wood)

A classic lunar craft that suits modern, boho, witchy, or minimalist spaces. Great for beginners, kids, and anyone who loves simple decor with big impact. Hang it above your altar, bed, or entryway.

You will need:

• Polymer or air-dry clay – this 5lb teacher pack is actually the best around!

• or wooden rounds or boards– This set of 12 is perfect

• Rolling pin
• Circular cutters (biscuit cutters will do)
• Twine for hanging – we love this dark indigo
• Paints or sealants
• Drill or clay piercing tool

What to do:

1. Roll out clay evenly or lightly sand wood blanks for a smooth surface.
2. Cut out a full moon, two half moons, and two crescents.
3. Create hanging holes by piercing the clay or drilling into the wood.
4. Let the clay dry fully or bake the polymer clay according to instructions.
5. Paint the moons using metallic or neutral tones and seal if needed.
6. String each piece onto a single length of twine, then hand together on a larger piece, in lunar order of the moon phases.
7. Hang to display, and voila!

2. Crescent Moon Wreath

A gorgeous seasonal or year-round craft that combines earthy leaves and florals with everyone’s favourite celestial shape!

A crescent moon wreath is a little bit different from the usual circular design, and it’s ideal for floral enthusiasts, cottagecore lovers, and those who enjoy decorative projects for doors, walls, or ritual spaces.

You will need

• Crescent moon-shaped wreath base – these 14-inch natural grapevine bases are ideal
• Or these slightly smaller 8-inch bases are also lovely
• Dried flowers (choose what’s available locally)
• Lots of evergreens (ivy, cedar, fir cuttings, holly)
• Floral wire or twine
• Scissors or garden shears
• Hot melt glue gun – this is one of the best. Optional, but makes life SO much easier!
• (Optional) mixed pentacle and star charms – ideal for added witchy protection
• (Optional) Moon, Sun and star charms (mixed) to add to the celestial theme
• Ribbon

What to do:

1. Decide whether to cover the base completely with florals and greenery or leave parts of the grapevine exposed (or figure it out as you go).
2. Arrange your dried florals and herbs along the crescent, starting with larger pieces first and filling in with smaller accents.
3. Secure each cluster to the base using floral wire, making sure everything is stable.
4. Add crystals, charms, or ribbons with wire or hot glue to personalise the wreath.
5. Wrap twine or additional ribbon around sections if desired, and attach a loop for hanging.
6. Attach a loop for hanging and display!

3. Moon-Moulded Candles

A functional and really stunning, decorative craft perfect for candle lovers and gift makers. Great for adding soft, ambient lighting to bedrooms, bathrooms, or altars.

You will need:

• White soy wax
• .. or Pure White Beeswax Pellets – the creme-de-la-creme for candlemaking (you can also use this for soap and cosmetics).
• … or use a Candle Making Kit with Boiler – comes with a boiler and little electric stove
• Wicks
• Moon-shaped silicone moulds – these are beautiful!
• Essential oils to add a little scent – we love Vitruvi Moonbeam Floral Essential Oil Blend with Rose, Wild Orange and Jasmine

What to do:

1. Melt the wax slowly in a heat-safe bowl, double boiler or with your hot plate
2. Stir in essential oils gently (if using)
3. Position the wicks inside the moulds.
4. Pour wax carefully into each mould.
5. Let your candles cool completely.
6. Remove from moulds and trim wicks.
7. If you are planning to sell or gift, these can be wrapped in tissue paper and/or placed in gift boxes.

4. Moon Phase Garland (Fabric or Felt)

A soft, cosy craft that’s perfect for decorating a nursery, bedroom, or craft space. This project is fun for kids and adults, and adds a playful lunar touch to any wall or mantel.

You will need

• Felt or fabric scraps in various colours
• Moon templates or stencils (easy to make from cardboard)
• Scissors
• Sewing machine or hot melt glue
• Twine, string or ribbon (our favourite)
• Needle and thread (if hand sewing)

What to do:

1. Trace the moon templates onto your fabric or felt.
2. Cut out all the moon shapes neatly.
3. Layer pieces for strength and dimension if desired. If your fabric is very fine, you may want to sew two moons together, creating a ‘pocket” to add a cardboard template inside, for rigidity.
4. Attach each moon to a length of twine using glue or stitching.
5. Space the moons evenly along the string or ribbon.
6. Add embellishments such as small stars or beads if desired.
7. Hang across a wall, window, or mantel.

5. Moon Cutout Trinket Dishes

Quick and giftable, this craft is ideal for holding jewellery, crystals, or small desk items. The stamped moon design makes it just a little bit unusual.

You will need:

• Air-dry clay
• Small moon-shaped fondant cutters
• Rolling pin
• Small bowls for shaping
• Paint or sealant
• Sandpaper (optional)

What to do:

1. Roll out clay to about 1/4 inch thick.
2. Drape or press the clay into a small bowl to create a dish shape, trimming the edges.
3. Use a cutter to cut out small crescent moon shapes.
4. Allow to dry completely according to package instructions.
5. When dry and solid, take your clay bowl out and lightly sand any rough edges if needed, for a smoother finish.
6. Paint or seal for a finished look.

6. Moon Phase Resin Coasters

Turn your coffee table into a little piece of the cosmos with these moon phase resin coasters! Fun to make and totally customizable, you can sprinkle in gold leaf, dried flowers, or holographic glitter for a dazzling, one-of-a-kind effect.

You will need

• Crystal Clear epoxy resin kit
• Silicon coaster moulds – this pack of 18 is great value
• Moon and star confetti glitter
• Blue & silver moon confetti
• Extra fine gold glitter (biodegradable)
• Gold leaf, dried flowers, or any other tiny accessories
• Mixing cups and stir sticks
• Gloves and protective surface

What to do:

1. Mix the resin and hardener according to package instructions.
2. Pour a thin base layer into the coaster mould.
3. Sprinkle the crescent moon confetti, glitter, decals or other accessories on the resin.
4. Pour a top layer of resin to seal the design.
5. Allow to cure fully before demoulding and using.

7. Pressed-Flower Moon Art

Combine the beauty of dried botanicals with lunar shapes for a delicate and elegant piece. Great for nature lovers, cottagecore enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a personal touch on their walls.

You will need

• Watercolour or mixed-media paper – get something heavy and high-quality like this.
• Dried flowers and leaves
• Moon templates – these are ideal (or make your own)
•  Glue or decoupage medium (we use Mod Podge)
• A frame 
• Optional: watercolour paints

What to do:

1. Trace your chosen moon shape onto the paper using the template.
2. Arrange dried flowers and leaves within the moon outline.
3. Secure pieces with glue or decoupage medium.
4. Allow glue to dry completely.
5. Optionally, add watercolor washes or details.
6. Frame your artwork.
7. Display on a wall or shelf for a touch of natural lunar beauty.

8. Lunar Embroidery Hoop 

A calming, hands-on project perfect for creating elegant wall decor. Stitching moon phases on fabric adds texture and a personal touch to bedrooms, offices, or meditation spaces.

Cross stitch might feel like an old-fashioned pastime, but it’s also a deeply mystical way to weave intention into thread.

You can make things easy on yourself by picking up a ready-made Moon-themed cross-stitch kit, which comes with the pattern, threads, and fabric included. Or, for a more personal touch, design your own. Graph paper makes it simple to sketch out moon phases.

Once you have a design, stitch it onto Aida fabric using embroidery floss in cool lunar shades, like white, navy, blue and silver.

Frame your piece for your altar, sew it onto a pouch, or even gift it to a moon-loving sister.

Supplies Needed:

• THIS readymade Samhain cross stitch kit contains everything you need to make 4 designs

• For your own, try this Aida fabric, needle, and embroidery hoops

• Embroidery floss in lunar colours – try this set

• Graph paper (if designing your own pattern)

• Small frame or hoop for display

Method

1. Stretch the fabric securely into the embroidery hoop.
2. Lightly sketch moon phases onto the fabric.
3. Select stitch styles for each moon (e.g., satin stitch, backstitch) and stitch each moon carefully, adding details or textures.
4. Incorporate beads or metallic thread if desired.
5. Tighten the fabric and trim excess.
6. Hang your finished hoop as wall decor.

We love these kits:

Moon & Cat embroidery kit

9. Moon Phase Candle Holder Set

Transform plain wooden candle holders into elegant lunar decor. Perfect for mood lighting, altars, or as unique handmade gifts.

Supplies needed:

• Wooden candle holders – THESE bean pot holders are cute and simple
• or try more traditional turned holders like THIS set of 6
• Metallic paint – we LOVE this acrylic stencil butter
• Stencils or pencil for marking designs
• Paintbrushes
• Sealant (optional) – Mod Podge works great

What to do:

1. Clean and prep the candle holders.
2. Lightly sketch moon phases using pencil or stencil.
3. Paint the moon shapes with metallic paint.
4. Add details such as stars or dots if desired.
5. Allow paint to dry fully.
6. Seal the paint for protection.
7. Place candles into the holders, and display your lunar set.

10. Moon & Stars Mobile

A fun, interactive project that adds movement and celestial magick to any space. Ideal for nurseries, boho bedrooms, or craft rooms.

You will need

• Wooden dowels or hoops
• Jute twine or string
• Felt, or air-dry clay, for moon and star shapes. Or use these pre-cut wooden crescent moons
• Beads or crystals (optional)
• Scissors and hot melt glue

Easy method:

1. If using dowels, assemble them into a cross or frame structure (use hot melt glue, and tie with jute twine)
2. Cut moon and star shapes from felt, or form from air-dry clay. Be sure to add a hole for hanging.
3. If using pre-cut wooden crescent moons, you could paint or decoupage them.
4. Attach twine to each shape for hanging.
5. Tie the shapes at different lengths to the frame.
6. Add beads or crystals along the strings if desired.
7. Balance the mobile by adjusting string lengths.
8. Hang in a desired location and enjoy the gentle movement!

11. Moon Phase Tapestry 

A moon phase tapestry is a striking way to bring celestial energy into your home, especially if you love bold wall art.

Using fabric paints, it’s wonderfully beginner-friendly, customizable in endless ways, and perfect for bedrooms, ritual spaces, or anyone who enjoys hands-on fabric crafts.

With just a few paints and templates, you can turn plain cloth into a dreamy lunar centrepiece.

You will need

• A piece of dark cloth or canvas
• Fabric paint – we LOVE this glow-in-the-dark set
• or use Poska Pens – they make it SO easy!
• Moon templates and stencils – THIS set offers a great range of designs
• Brushes
• Protective surface

Method:

1. Spread your cloth or canvas flat on a protected surface to avoid stains.
2. Arrange moon templates across the fabric in your desired layout.
3. Apply the fabric paint using smooth, even strokes.
4. Carefully lift the templates while the paint is still wet.
5. Add constellation dots, splatters, or star clusters for extra detail.
6. Allow to dry fully, then hang with clips or a dowel.

14. Moon-Shaped Soy Wax Melts

These adorable moon-shaped wax melts are perfect for adding fragrance to your home.

They make thoughtful handmade gifts, are fun to customise with scents and colours, and work beautifully in wax warmers for a gentle, continuous aroma. Keep a jar on your altar, in your bathroom, or beside your bed for a soothing, witchy touch.

You will need:

• White soy wax or yellow beeswax pellets – our favourite

• Small crescent moon-shaped moulds

• Essential oil – try this amazing set of 12 oils by Cliganic

• Heat-safe jug – we recommend this one – or double boiler

• Optional: mica powder (for shimmer – try this set of 24 colours) or dried herbs

Method:

1. Melt the soy wax slowly on low heat using a heat-safe jug or double boiler.
2. Once fully melted, stir in essential oils and optional mica or herbs.
3. Carefully pour the wax into your moon-shaped moulds.
4. Tap the moulds gently on the counter to release any air bubbles.
5. Allow the melts to cool and harden completely before removing.
6. Store the finished melts in jars or bags, and use them in any wax warmer to release their scent.

Need a wax melt warmer? we love these –

Hexagon-pattern warmer

15. Laser-Cut Moon-Phase Jewellery

For crafters with access to a Cricut or Glowforge (yes, they’re pricey but life-changing if you’re a crafter!) moon-themes jewellery is SO much fun to make.

Cut pendants or earrings in shapes that correspond to each phase of the moon, then attach hooks or cords. Use wood, acrylic, or even leather for different looks.

THIS is a great tutorial from firstdayofhome.com

If you’re crafting to sell, this kind of jewelery can sell really well online and at markets as they’re lightweight, customizable, and unique.

Supplies:

• Cricut – this is the best starter pack for the Explore 4
• or the Glowforge machine
• Acrylic sheets, or leather
• Jewellery jump rings (for attaching hooks)
• Earing hooks
• Pliers
• … or grab a complete kit for jewellery making in bulk!