Looking for a quick and easy Halloween accessory? These DIY googly eye bobby pins are the perfect last-minute Halloween craft! Made with just bobby pins, googly eyes, and hot glue, these spooky hair accessories take only minutes to create and instantly transform any hairstyle into a fun Halloween look.
Whether you’re heading to a Halloween party, dressing up for school, going trick-or-treating, or just want a simple festive hairstyle, these googly eye hair pins are inexpensive, kid-friendly, and ridiculously cute.
Why You’ll Love These DIY Halloween Bobby Pins
- Takes less than 10 minutes to make
- Budget-friendly Halloween craft
- Great for kids, teens, and adults
- No crafting experience needed
- Adds a fun touch to everyday hairstyles
- Perfect for classroom parties and Halloween events
Supplies You’ll Need
- Plain black bobby pins
- Assorted googly eyes (mix of sizes)
- E6000
Optional:
- Glow-in-the-dark googly eyes
- Colored googly eyes
- Mini monster eyes
How to Make Googly Eye Bobby Pins
Step 1: Choose Your Eyes
Pick a variety of googly eye sizes for a playful look. Mixing large and small eyes makes the finished hair accessories look extra fun.
Step 2: Glue the Eyes
Place a tiny dot of hot glue onto the flat end of a bobby pin.
Press one googly eye onto the glue and hold for several seconds until secure.
For an even sillier look, glue multiple googly eyes along the length of the bobby pin.
Step 3: Let Set
Allow the glue to cool completely before wearing.
That’s it! Your spooky Halloween hair accessories are finished.
Fun Ways to Wear Googly Eye Bobby Pins
These silly bobby pins look adorable in almost any hairstyle.
Try adding them to:
- Braids
- Ponytails
- Space buns
- Messy buns
- Pigtails
- Half-up hairstyles
- Curly hair
- Straight hair
Scatter several throughout your hair so it looks like little monsters are peeking out!
Make Every Bobby Pin Different
One of the best parts of this project is that no two pins have to match.
Try creating:
- One giant eyeball
- Three tiny eyes
- A row of monster eyes
- Glow-in-the-dark eyes
- Bright colored eyes
- Wiggly-eyed creatures
Kids especially love designing their own silly combinations.
Perfect For
These DIY Halloween hair clips are great for:
- Halloween parties
- School Halloween celebrations
- Classroom costumes
- Spirit Week
- October dress-up days
- Trunk or Treat events
- Trick-or-treating
- Last-minute costumes
Tips for Success
- Use high-temperature hot glue for a stronger hold.
- Let the glue fully cool before wearing.
- Mix eye sizes for extra personality.
- Store the pins in a small container so the eyes don’t get crushed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can kids make these?
Yes! Younger children should have adult supervision when using a hot glue gun.
Can I use hair clips instead?
Absolutely! These googly eyes also work on snap clips, barrettes, or alligator clips.
Where can I find googly eyes?
Most craft stores, dollar stores, and online retailers carry assorted packs of googly eyes in multiple sizes
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Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a quick Halloween craft that’s inexpensive, adorable, and guaranteed to make people smile, these DIY Googly Eye Bobby Pins are the perfect project. They take just minutes to make, use only a few supplies, and add a playful spooky touch to any hairstyle. Whether you’re creating them for yourself, your kids, or a classroom Halloween party, these silly hair accessories are sure to become a favorite Halloween tradition.
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amy @ one artsy mama says
HAHA! The ones in the bun are cracking me up! Clever idea!
Erin says
I love these! Thanks for sharing. I am a nanny this is perfect non candy treat for the little girl I watch.