Paper CraftsNo. 6447 · The 2026 edition
Simple Paper Pumpkin Craft Tutorial - Easy Halloween Decorations
Turn simple paper into a cute Halloween decoration with this easy pumpkin craft!
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This quick project uses orange and green construction paper, scissors, a glue stick, and a black marker. In just a few steps, you'll cut, fold, and assemble a charming paper pumpkin perfect for decorating your home.
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Directions
- Take a piece of orange construction paper and trim it into a perfect square.
- Fold that square in half from one corner to the opposite corner, forming a triangle.
- With scissors, cut the triangle so the folded edge becomes a smooth, rounded curve, resembling a pumpkin's body.
- From the green construction paper, snip a small rectangular piece to serve as the pumpkin's stem.
- Apply glue with the glue stick to the stem piece and attach it to the top of the pumpkin shape.
- Finally, use a black marker to draw a spooky or silly face onto the front of your paper pumpkin.