DIY Skeleton Bar Cart

2 min read September 13, 2026 Tonya Coleman
Share this article

When spooky season rolls around that means it's time to take my favorite Halloween accessories out of the closet....my skeletons! With so many different shapes and sizes of skeletons available now, it's easy to find one to match a specific Halloween party theme. If you are hosting a themed Halloween dinner party, then you must have a life size posable skeleton make an appearance as the bartender! Check out how you can take a plain bar cart and easily decorate it to match any Halloween Party this season.

 

Project Time
20 to 30 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Start with a plain bar cart.

DIY Skeleton Bar Cart step 1
Step
2

Position a life size posable skeleton behind the cart and place each of its hands on the sides of the bar cart. If you need to, use clear cording or fishing line to secure the skeleton's hands to the cart.

DIY Skeleton Bar Cart step 2
Step
3

Put a skull pitcher in the middle of the bar cart and place some black plastic patterned wine glasses around it so guests can help themselves.

DIY Skeleton Bar Cart step 3
Step
4

Place boo beverage napkins on either side of the pitcher and top them with a few skull decorations.

DIY Skeleton Bar Cart step 4
Step
5

Now it's time to decorate the bottom of the bar cart. Scatter a bag of bones on the bottom level to fill up some space.

DIY Skeleton Bar Cart step 5
Step
6

Hang a Dead & Breakfast Inn sign on a floor-standing shepherd's hook. If you don't have a shepherd's hook you can place the sign on the wall with a removable hook.

DIY Skeleton Bar Cart step 6
Step
7

Attach a 3' posable skeleton to the railing of the shepherd's hook with clear cording. If you aren't using a shepherd's hook, attach the skeleton to the legs of the bar cart instead. For fun, place a plastic wine glass in his hand!

DIY Skeleton Bar Cart step 7
Step
8

That's it! You now have the perfect skeleton bar cart where your guests can help themselves to spooky cocktails all night long. Check out my Halloween Skeleton Dinner Party for more spooky inspiration!

DIY Skeleton Bar Cart step 8

Oriental Trading is your go-to source for party supplies, crafts, toys, and novelties. With over 85 years of experience, we offer a wide selection of products at unbeatable prices, making it easy to create memorable celebrations.

Learn more about us