Walmart’s Viral $160 Halloween Nutcracker Has Budget-Friendly Dupes That Are Just As Fun
Get the viral look for way less! We found adorable Halloween nutcracker dupes starting at $8
You may have seen that massive Halloween nutcracker everyone’s talking about on social media. The 6-foot find from Walmart has gone viral—and for good reason! Its hefty price tag, however, may deter many people from buying. The good news? We’ve found some adorable lookalikes that’ll give you that same festive magic for a fraction of the cost. Some are even customizable, so you can make them uniquely yours. Keep reading to learn more about affordable Halloween nutcracker options that may be the perfect fit for your home.
What is the viral Halloween nutcracker?
You can’t miss this impressive decor piece from Walmart’s Way to Celebrate line. The nutcracker (which features a smiling Jack-O’-Lantern face) stands at just over 6 feet tall and is made from lightweight blow-mold plastic.
Here’s what makes this nutcracker so special: It has motion-activated sounds and buttons that light up. But what draws in shoppers the most is that the pumpkin nutcracker is essentially a blank canvas.
It’s sold plain white and is made of a DIY-ready material, which allows for customization. This means you can paint it whatever colors you’d like to match your own decor and style.
At $160, however, this nutcracker is definitely an investment that’s out of reach for many this season.
How shoppers are customizing their Walmart pumpkin nutcracker
Since the Halloween nutcracker hit the stores this summer, those who have purchased it have taken to social media to share how theirs looks now after giving it a little love.
“I gave the viral Walmart Pumpkin Nutcracker a full DIY glow-up using acrylic paint and tissue paper—and now my porch has never looked cuter,” TikTok user @malloryleerichardson wrote in the caption of her video. “Not your average Halloween color palette, but she’s still classic…with a twist.”
Her finished nutcracker sports black boots, a black hat and a white shirt dotted with bats. The rest of the now-painted piece includes shades of orange, black and tan.
Others have gone for a more traditional look for their nutcracker. In the YouTube video below, the smiling Jack-O-‘Lantern gets a makeover with a black and green ensemble.
Watch it come to life as she paints the plain nutcracker:
Best dupes for the viral Halloween nutcracker
If you love the look of the popular Halloween nutcracker, but don’t want to shell out, there are several more affordable (though smaller) options that you can still get in time for the spooky season. Here are some that may appeal to you:
Monster wood nutcracker
What makes the viral pumpkin nutcracker so appealing is the ability to customize it. Though not nearly as large as the 6-foot option, Michael’s has Halloween nutcrackers that allow you to bring out your inner artist. A Monster DIY wood nutcracker by Make Market (currently on sale for $7.49) stands at 14 inches and comes unfinished so you can paint and decorate to your heart’s content.
You can also get a paintable skeleton groom, mini ghosts and more variations for affordable prices.
Inflatable Halloween nutcracker
Want a decor piece that’s more eye-catching? Walmart’s Way to Celebrate Nutcracker Airblown Yard Inflatable ($17.97) could be a good fit. The inflatable (which also has a smiling pumpkin head) stands at 4 feet tall and even lights up. Though you can’t customize it, the traditional orange, white and black coloring is still festive.
Jack-O’-Lantern wooden nutcracker
If DIY isn’t for you, you may like this option from the online retailer Oriental Trading Company. The store is selling a 3″x10″ Halloween nutcracker ($19.99) that comes already painted. “This wooden figure dazzles with a Jack-O’-Lantern head, donned in a playful skeleton costume,” the product description reads.
Pumpkin nutcracker
Besides the options from Michael’s that you can paint yourself, the retail chain also sells a collection of ready-to-display Halloween nutcrackers available. The Ashland 9.5″-tall Pumpkin Nutcracker (on sale for $8.99) has much of the charm of the viral piece for a fraction of the price.
He comes painted in seasonal shades like orange, purple and green, and we especially love how his hat mimics candy corn colors. Stock for this piece appears to be limited in stores, so you may want to order online if you’re interested in adding him to your collection.
With all these budget-friendly options, you can create the perfect Halloween display that brings joy to your home without breaking the bank. Happy decorating!
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