Happy fall, y’all! It’s that time of year again…time to pull out the big sweaters, comfy leggings, and boots, bake yummy pumpkin desserts, and visit the apple orchard and pumpkin patch. All of these activities help create the perfect fall season, but it wouldn’t be complete without one special activity: pumpkin carving! The act of digging through the pumpkin’s yucky guts and seeds isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, so here are 5 fun ways to make this season’s pumpkins stylish and fabulous! Plus, whole pumpkins last much longer than carved ones.
1. Glitzy Pumpkin
If you are going for more of a glitz and glam look, it’s time to bedazzle!
Materials Needed:
Pumpkin
Rhinestones (in any color)
Modge Podge or glue that works well in the outdoors
First, dab a small amount of glue onto the pumpkin. Using tweezers or your hands, press the rhinestones into the glue into any design you choose. Let the pumpkin dry for a few hours, and then you’re finished!
2. Ribbon Pumpkin
Ribbons are another cute, cheap, and easy way to make your pumpkins really stand out. To design your very own ribbon pumpkin, simply hot glue ribbon in the pumpkin’s creases from the stem to the bottom. Want to add a little more pizzazz? Top your pumpkin with some fun fringe!
3. Button Pumpkin
All you need for this pumpkin transformation is a pumpkin, some glue, a jar of black buttons, and a stylish bow. You can even paint the pumpkin’s stem with black crafts paint, but don’t forget to let it dry! Next, print a Halloween message or phrase in a large font from your computer. Simply position the letters wherever you choose on the pumpkin, trace them with a pencil, and remove. Fill the outline of each letter with the black buttons by attaching them with glue. To top it off, tie the bow around the stem! Super cute!
4. Lacy Pumpkin
Want a fancier, more fashionable pumpkin? This pretty lace pumpkin is so easy to create, it’s unbelievable! We all have that old pair of stocking tights that we NEVER wear but haven’t thrown away. Put those old things to use and stretch them over a pumpkin! That’s right, a pair of printed stockings is the secret to this classy rendition of the traditional scary pumpkin.
5. Glitter Pumpkin
Creating these fab glittery pumpkins is quick, easy, and fun for everyone!
Materials Needed:
Pumpkin
Colored Glitter
Spoon
Small Paintbrush
Spray Adhesive
Newspaper
Roll of Craft Paper
Lay down a layer of newspaper, and place the sheet of craft paper on top. (This helps protect the work surface.) Spray the top and middle of your pumpkin with adhesive spray. While the glue is still wet, use the spoon to sprinkle glitter over the pumpkin’s surface. Leave time for it to dry. Remove the excess glitter by picking up the pumpkin and shaking off any glitter that did not fully adhere to the surface.
Check out Pinterest for more inspiration!