Painted PumpkinsNo. 3473 · The 2026 edition
No carve pumpkin decorating
Transform a plain pumpkin into a spooky masterpiece without any carving – just a few simple supplies!
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No-carve pumpkin decorating lets you create fun designs like ghosts or spider webs using thumbtacks, paint, and markers. This mess-free method is perfect for kids and adults alike. Add store-bought decorations for extra creepiness.
You'll need
Directions
- Lightly draw your desired pattern, like a ghost, on the pumpkin using a pencil.
- Push thumbtacks or upholstery nails into the pumpkin along the pencil lines to outline the design.
- Optionally, use a Sharpie marker to add details such as eyes and a mouth.
- For a spider web look, paint the entire pumpkin white with craft paint and let dry.
- Freehand a web pattern with a Sharpie, using the pumpkin's natural lines as a guide.
- Add horizontal lines and a chevron pattern to complete the web.
- Enhance the scene with store-bought webs and plastic spider rings.
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