I recently tried making Halloween badge reels myself and found the process surprisingly fun and rewarding. Using acrylic blanks really opens up creative possibilities. One tip I discovered is to leave a small border free of stripes along the edges of the acrylic — it helps avoid lifting or peeling vinyl when applying resin. For a spooky yet trendy look, I experimented with adding glow-in-the-dark glitter, which worked perfectly for Halloween-themed accessories. Daydream glitter from Chase Rae Creations gave my badge reels a subtle sparkle that glows beautifully under low light. I also used UV resin and a lamp to seal the design, which made the badge reels durable and gave them a glossy, professional finish. Stocking up on resin during sales can save money if you plan to make batches of crafts. If you don’t have badge reel hardware, the same striped bat designs can be adapted for keychains, bookmarks, or other acrylic projects. Designing the vinyl on Cricut Design Space made customization easy and personal. Overall, making these badge reels is a great craft for Halloween enthusiasts looking to create personalized, festive accessories with minimal supplies and maximum style.