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PUMPKIN

DECORATING IDEAS

– 2–3 weeks before Halloween – Real pumpkins: about 1 week before – Carved pumpkins: a few days before – Artificial: anytime, lasts all season – Store in cool, dry place – Start early with kids for fun

WHEN TO DECORATE

- Scissors - Maple Leaf Craft Punch - Spider Web Halloween Decoration - Clear Glue - Halloween Bats Decoration - Colored Craft Paper - Foam Brush - Assorted Plastic Wiggly Eyes - Pumpkin Carving Tools Set

WHAT TO USE TO DECORATE PUMPKIN?

– Use paints, markers, stickers – Add googly eyes, glitter, felt – Wrap with fabric, bows, ribbons – Safer for kids, mess-free – Lasts longer than carved

NO CARVE PUMPKIN DECORATING IDEAS

Grab these simple no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas that are perfect for both kids and adults to kick off your fall season.

NO-CARVE PUMPKIN

Use this easy DIY tutorial to create a fall garland with mini pumpkins to add some festive cheer to your space.

FALL GARLAND WITH MINI PUMPKINS

If your little ones aren't quite old enough to carve or decorate pumpkins by themselves, these painted fingerprint pumpkins are an awesome and colorful way to get them involved in Halloween decorating.

PAINTED FINGERPRINT PUMPKINS

These DIY Matisse-inspired pumpkins are so easy to make, and they are a really fun way to splash some color into your Halloween decorations.

DIY MATISSE-INSPIRED PUMPKINS

Create this fun fall gourd face for your Halloween or fall decor to give your space a festive and playful touch that everyone will love!

FALL GOURD FACE