Painted PumpkinsNo. 2098 · The 2026 edition
DIY Mercury Glass Pumpkins
Transform plain foam pumpkins into shimmering mercury glass decor in minutes!
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Give your fall decorations a vintage twist by creating DIY mercury glass pumpkins. Simply spray paint foam pumpkins with metallic paint, then mist with vinegar while still wet to create a cracked, antique finish. Let them dry completely and display for a stunning effect.
You'll need
Directions
- Apply a coat of metallic spray paint to your foam pumpkins.
- While the paint remains wet, lightly spritz it with vinegar to achieve the mercury glass look.
- Let the pumpkins dry completely before you put them on display.
