Stencils & PatternsNo. 8297 · The 2026 edition
11 Cute Pumpkin Carving and Painting Ideas Inspired by Pop Culture
Bring your favorite characters to life this Halloween with these pop culture pumpkin carving and painting ideas!
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Get inspired by pop culture to create unique pumpkins this Halloween. From Stranger Things to Disney, these carving and painting ideas are easy to follow. Use glitter, googly eyes, and paint to add personality to your pumpkin.
You'll need
Directions
- Pick out your pumpkin and give it a good wash.
- Decide on a pop culture design—think Stranger Things, Addams Family, or Disney characters.
- For a carved look, use carving tools to cut the pattern. For a painted look, first draw the design with a marker.
- Paint or carve based on the design you've selected.
- Embellish with extras like glitter, googly eyes, or more paint details.
- Wait for everything to dry, then show off your pumpkin.
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