How to Make Lollipop Spiders – An Easy Halloween Gift Idea

If you’re looking for a Halloween treat that’s equal parts spooky and sweet, these lollipop spiders are a must-make.

They’re simple enough for kids to help with, cute enough to hand out at school, and fun enough to wow trick-or-treaters or special friends.

This is also a great classroom craft that doubles as a take-home treat!

How to Make Lollipop Spiders

Here's how easy they are to make!

What You’ll Need

• Lollipops (any brand, but I love these black ones)
• Black pipe cleaners (grab some here)
• Googly eyes (these peel-and-stick eyes make it so easy, but glue-on eyes work too)
• Scissors
• Free printable gift tags — download here
• Hole punch + twine or ribbon (to attach the gift tags)

Step 1: Cut the pipe cleaners

Take 2 black pipe cleaners, fold them in half, then cut in half. Now you have 4 halves. These will become the legs.

Step 2: Attach to the lollipop

Lay the pipe cleaner halves across the lollipop stick and twist them around once to secure. You’ll now have 8 legs sticking out (perfect spider vibes!).

Step 3: Bend into shape

Gently bend each pipe cleaner outward and then down so they look like spider legs. Don’t worry about perfection—spider legs are supposed to be a little wonky!

Step 4: Add googly eyes

Stick on a few googly eyes to bring your spider to life.

Real spiders technically have 8, but we just have fun with it!

Try mixing it up with one big eye, two medium eyes, or 3–4 small ones. Let your kids get creative here—it’s hilarious to see the combinations they come up with.

Step 5: Add the gift tag (optional but adorable!)

Punch a hole in the corner of the printable gift tag, thread it with twine or ribbon, and tie it around the lollipop stick.

The “Have a Sweet Halloween” message makes it a perfect classroom or party gift.