Dressed-Up PumpkinsNo. 3402 · The 2026 edition
Turn Plastic Pumpkins into Nostalgic Decor for Halloween
Turn ordinary plastic pumpkin pails into charming handmade Halloween decor with a few simple steps.
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Transform plastic pumpkin buckets into nostalgic decorations by applying a paper-mache coating. Add 3D elements like ears or hats, then sand and paint in festive colors. This easy craft gives old pumpkins a fresh, custom look for Halloween.
You'll need
Directions
- Mix CelluClay with water until it forms a paper-mache-like paste.
- Apply the paste over an orange plastic pumpkin bucket, attaching any extra 3-D features such as ears, hats, or other accessories.
- Allow the paste to dry completely.
- Once dry, smooth the surface with sandpaper.
- Decorate the face area with vibrant Halloween paint colors.
