Can’t Find Michaels Ghost Paint-by-Number? These Adorable Dupes Will Save Your Halloween Fun!
Don't miss out on the Halloween fun! These affordable alternatives are just as adorable and creative
Halloween is a great time to unlock your creative side, from carving pumpkins and crafting costumes to making DIY decor. And one seasonal artistic project seems to be especially popular this year, thanks to a Michaels product. The arts and craft retail chain has been selling a mini ghost paint-by-number that has sold out—twice! If you’ve missed out on the chance to buy one of the kits, we found some other great options you can snatch up before the 31st. Keep reading to learn more about this viral product and our favorite Halloween paint-by-number dupes!
What is the Michaels ghost paint-by-number?
Ghost mirrors are the spooky must-have this Halloween season. Over the summer, a ghost mirror at Dollar Tree went viral. The festive piece was so popular thanks to its Haunted Mansion effect—once the switch was turned on, a glowing ghost appeared in the mirror. Even better? This clever find was an amazing value at just a dollar!
With so many people snatching up the dollar-store gem, crafters everywhere were eager to find one for themselves. The limited stock meant people were turning to other alternatives, which quickly became just as popular.
Also over the summer, Michaels jumped on the ghost mirror train by releasing a cute, crafty option: paint-by-number! Each kit comes with a 3.5″x4.8″ canvas sheet preprinted with the numbers, plus a gothic-style decorative frame with an attached easel and magnet. The paints and two brushes are also included in the kit.
There are three different design options:
Each one comes with the unique frame to make it display ready.
Why everyone’s loving the ghost paint-by-number project
Three months ago, a Reddit user shared their completed painting of the Ghost Couple picture, rating it an 8/10 project. (The major complaint? Some of the sections were tough to paint due to their small size.)
And many paint-by-number fans were tickled by the seasonal find.
“Welp. Just went and bought four of this style from their website,” someone commented.
Others agreed they couldn’t wait to get their hands on some of these spooky kits.
“Yeah, I’ll be stopping in to get some of those for sure!” another said.
The craft project also gained a lot of attention on TikTok months ago, with one video receiving more than 3 million views. It’s no surprise then that the Michaels ghost paint-by-number was quickly snatched up before autumn even hit.
Can I still buy the Michaels paint-by-number?
With Halloween just around the corner, Michaels released more of the coveted paint-by-number kits on its website. (They were also on sale for $4.49, down from the original $11.99 price tag.)
Crafting fans quickly took notice, and all three variations were sold out again in hours. The limited stock unfortunately means that anyone who is still hoping to try this specific kit is out of luck for now.
Our favorite dupes for the Michaels ghost paint-by-number
If you want to give Halloween paint-by-number a try, there are still plenty of options you can purchase! We rounded up some of the best alternatives to the sold out Michaels ghost paint-by-number so you don’t have to miss out on the creative fun.
The best copycat
Though it may not be an exact match, we love the aesthetic of ghost paint-by-numbers on Amazon. Several of the 16″x20″ canvas kits ($13.99) are still available, including a ghost on a swing or one reading in the dark. It gives off an eerie and intriguing vibe that’s perfect for the Halloween season.
The best spooky alternative
If you’re looking for a challenge, this ghost with a candle paint by numbers kit may be the answer. It’s creepier than the Michaels version thanks to the background and ghost’s intimidating eyes. You can currently get the Etsy find for $21.36 for the smallest version, which includes 24 colors.
The most affordable dupe
No need to shell out for the paint-by-number experience! As long as you have a home printer and your own paints, you can download a ghost template from this Etsy shop for just $3. It features a ghost surrounded by pumpkins and Jack-o’-lanterns and is a project you could easily complete in just a couple of hours!
The one that’s closest in size
Love the mini size of the Michaels kit? There’s a fun option available on Etsy that’s far simpler and smaller than many other paint by numbers projects. The Halloween kit ($12.98) has a canvas that’s just 8″x12″ and also comes with 2 premium brushes and pots of acrylic paint. For even more fun, there’s a party pack of 4 if you want to enjoy with your family or friends.
The best framed alternative
Framed art kits can not only be hard to come by, but often expensive too! Thankfully, this this Herrschners find ($29.99) has that professional look while still being affordable. It may not feature ghosts, but the orange, black and white decorated pumpkins in the 16″x20″ image still capture the Halloween spirit. The kit comes with everything you need to complete your project, including a hanging kit for the frame.
A diamond art dupe
Skip the messy paints altogether and opt for a diamond art kit instead! This $21.96 option on the Michaels website is reminiscent of the sold-out Ghost Couple kit and features a not-so-scary ghost surrounded by flowers. You’ll receive the canvas, diamond pen, tray, resealable bags and all of the diamonds (plus extra) for the painting.
No matter which you choose, you’ll have your own Halloween artwork to proudly display!
With so many people snatching up the dollar-store gem, crafters everywhere were eager to find one for themselves. The limited stock meant people were turning to other alternatives, which quickly became just as popular.
Also over the summer, Michaels jumped on the ghost mirror train by releasing a cute, crafty option: paint-by-number! Each kit comes with a 3.5″x4.8″ canvas sheet preprinted with the numbers, plus a gothic-style decorative frame with an attached easel and magnet. The paints and two brushes are also included in the kit.
There are three different design options:
Each one comes with the unique frame to make it display ready.
Why everyone’s loving the ghost paint-by-number project
Three months ago, a Reddit user shared their completed painting of the Ghost Couple picture, rating it an 8/10 project. (The major complaint? Some of the sections were tough to paint due to their small size.)
And many paint-by-number fans were tickled by the seasonal find.
“Welp. Just went and bought four of this style from their website,” someone commented.
Others agreed they couldn’t wait to get their hands on some of these spooky kits.
“Yeah, I’ll be stopping in to get some of those for sure!” another said.
The craft project also gained a lot of attention on TikTok months ago, with one video receiving more than 3 million views. It’s no surprise then that the Michaels ghost paint-by-number was quickly snatched up before autumn even hit.
Can I still buy the Michaels paint-by-number?
With Halloween just around the corner, Michaels released more of the coveted paint-by-number kits on its website. (They were also on sale for $4.49, down from the original $11.99 price tag.)
Crafting fans quickly took notice, and all three variations were sold out again in hours. The limited stock unfortunately means that anyone who is still hoping to try this specific kit is out of luck for now.
Our favorite dupes for the Michaels ghost paint-by-number
If you want to give Halloween paint-by-number a try, there are still plenty of options you can purchase! We rounded up some of the best alternatives to the sold out Michaels ghost paint-by-number so you don’t have to miss out on the creative fun.
The best copycat
Though it may not be an exact match, we love the aesthetic of ghost paint-by-numbers on Amazon. Several of the 16″x20″ canvas kits ($13.99) are still available, including a ghost on a swing or one reading in the dark. It gives off an eerie and intriguing vibe that’s perfect for the Halloween season.
The best spooky alternative
If you’re looking for a challenge, this ghost with a candle paint by numbers kit may be the answer. It’s creepier than the Michaels version thanks to the background and ghost’s intimidating eyes. You can currently get the Etsy find for $21.36 for the smallest version, which includes 24 colors.
The most affordable dupe
No need to shell out for the paint-by-number experience! As long as you have a home printer and your own paints, you can download a ghost template from this Etsy shop for just $3. It features a ghost surrounded by pumpkins and Jack-o’-lanterns and is a project you could easily complete in just a couple of hours!
The one that’s closest in size
Love the mini size of the Michaels kit? There’s a fun option available on Etsy that’s far simpler and smaller than many other paint by numbers projects. The Halloween kit ($12.98) has a canvas that’s just 8″x12″ and also comes with 2 premium brushes and pots of acrylic paint. For even more fun, there’s a party pack of 4 if you want to enjoy with your family or friends.
The best framed alternative
Framed art kits can not only be hard to come by, but often expensive too! Thankfully, this this Herrschners find ($29.99) has that professional look while still being affordable. It may not feature ghosts, but the orange, black and white decorated pumpkins in the 16″x20″ image still capture the Halloween spirit. The kit comes with everything you need to complete your project, including a hanging kit for the frame.
A diamond art dupe
Skip the messy paints altogether and opt for a diamond art kit instead! This $21.96 option on the Michaels website is reminiscent of the sold-out Ghost Couple kit and features a not-so-scary ghost surrounded by flowers. You’ll receive the canvas, diamond pen, tray, resealable bags and all of the diamonds (plus extra) for the painting.
No matter which you choose, you’ll have your own Halloween artwork to proudly display!
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