How to Store Giant Halloween Animatronics Like the 12-Foot Skelly or Inferno Pumpkin Skeleton

Halloween is officially over and it is now time to store large-scale decorations like 12-foot skeletons or other giant animatronics. While they make a spectacular impression in October, these pieces require careful packing to ensure they last for many seasons. Here’s a guide to help you pack and store your towering Halloween friends, like Skelly, Inferno Pumpkin Skeleton, and the eerie Deadwood Skeleton.

Choosing the Right Storage Bag

The Decor Storage Bag by Home Accents Holiday is a good choice for oversized Halloween animatronics. With dimensions of 27 inches high, 55 inches wide, and 25 inches deep, this bag is designed to accommodate large decorations securely. Its durable polyethylene construction withstands changing indoor conditions, making it ideal for indoor storage spaces like attics, basements, or garages. The bag also features built-in wheels, simplifying the process of moving heavy animatronics around. If you can’t find the bag at Home Depot, there are also many similar-sized bags on Amazon.

Packing Your Giant Animatronics

1. Disassemble Carefully:
   Start by taking apart your animatronics. Usually, the skeletons come in sections (legs, torso, arms, head) which can be disconnected for compact storage.
2. Organize Parts Efficiently:
   Group similar pieces together, such as both arms or both legs, and keep any screws, bolts, or smaller parts in a labeled zip-lock bag. This small step will save you time and frustration next Halloween!
3. Using the Storage Bag:
   Many people find they can fit the entire skeleton in a single bag except for the head and base. However, for larger animatronics like the Inferno Pumpkin Skeleton, two bags might be necessary. In this case, store the larger body parts in one bag and place the more compact sections, like the arms and legs, in the second bag.
4. Storage for the Base and Head:
   Since the head and base can be more fragile or bulky, it’s often best to store them separately. Protect the head by wrapping it in bubble wrap or old blankets and place it in a safe, sturdy box. The base can remain outside of the bag.

Where to Store

With the integrated wheels on the Decor Storage Bag, moving these packed bags from one room to another or even up and down stairs becomes easier. Once everything is packed, label each bag clearly, noting which animatronic or parts are inside to simplify retrieval next Halloween.

Since these bags are designed for indoor use, store them in a dry, climate-controlled area. Attics or basements work well, but be mindful of humidity and temperature shifts, as extreme conditions can degrade both the animatronics and the storage bag.

By carefully packing and using the right storage techniques, your Halloween animatronics will be preserved and ready to give chills and thrills for years to come.