FUN FALL CRAFT: Learn to paint plastic pumpkins for cute fall decor!

Get the pumpkins from WalMart, Target, the Dollar Store. Or, you might have some pumpkins already! Go to the Post

It's best to paint the pumpkins outside. I covered our sidewalk with a drop cloth. I used a variety of paint including spray paint, chalk paint, and acrylic paint.

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Swirl the paint around in all directions to create paint designs on all sides. Learn more

I had some gold acrylic paint that looked really pretty. BUT, you could use any colors!

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My kids had some glitter glue that I added to the pumpkin stems for extra color and interest.

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Get creative and make them in all different colors. Plus you can use just about any type of paint. SO easy and fun! Learn more

Painted Pumpkins!

Go to the post for more tips to create your own! Learn more

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FUN FALL CRAFT: Learn to paint plastic pumpkins for cute fall decor!

It's best to paint the pumpkins outside. I covered our sidewalk with a drop cloth. I used a variety of paint including spray paint, chalk paint, and acrylic paint.

I had some gold acrylic paint that looked really pretty. BUT, you could use any colors!

My kids had some glitter glue that I added to the pumpkin stems for extra color and interest.

Painted Pumpkins!

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