Let's Get Crafty and Paint Pumpkins
We’ve all traditionally carved jack-o’-lanterns to place on front porches or on windowsills, but it’s time for something new. Let’s PAINT pumpkins! This trending fall activity is great to do with roommates, family members, or even with friends over Zoom. Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
1) Paint brushes
2) Acrylic paint
3) A pumpkin of your choosing
Here are a few ideas to inspire your creativity:
Splatter Paint!
Begin by painting your pumpkin a solid color: white, black, red or keep it orange, whatever fits you! Then mix your acrylic paint with water and use your paintbrush to splatter and make your design come to life. The fun with splatter painting is that no two pumpkins will look the same!
2. Did Someone Say Marble?
Marbling pumpkins is an up-and-coming trend you should try. Follow along with this step-by-step guide to transform your pumpkin into a marbled masterpiece!
3. Geometric Style
First, tape off your pumpkin to create the shapes you’d like. Tip: Make sure you secure the tape down tightly with your finger for a clean and sharp design! Next, paint inside of the tape blocks with any color you’d like. Let the paint dry for 1-2 hours and then peel off the tape to see your finished product. So satisfying!
4. For All You Sports Lovers
Whether you love baseball, basketball, or soccer, you can transform your pumpkin to reflect your favorite sport! Start by painting the whole pumpkin the color of the ball. Then, with a small paintbrush, add the details: stitches, lines, shapes, etc. This sporty craft is sure to wow your friends!
The best thing about painting pumpkins is that it allows creativity and imagination to shine. Whether you follow a tutorial online, or think of an idea all on your own, this fall activity is truly a free for all!