For years, pumpkins at Halloween have been carved into Jack-O-Lanterns. Why not? That is the classic idea. But what if you don’t want to carve your pumpkin up? Are there other things you could do? Why yes, there are lots of ways to decorate a pumpkin and many of them do not involve scooping out guts or getting too messy (but some do for those that don’t mind a little mess and enjoy the reward of fresh baked pumpkin seeds.) Let me share a few of my favorites as part of my 31 Days of Falloween. And of course, I found these ideas on Pinterest. Clicking on the picture should take you to the source.
Ok, this little bat pumpkin is adorable. No scooping, just glue and markers. Great for kids that don’t like the guts!
Here is a great idea using painted pumpkins, made into wonderful topiaries.
Everyone could use a pumpkin snowman. Love his berry scarf!
I really love these gilded pumpkins. Elegant!
These black cats are too much! Love the cucumber tail!
I love this super easy idea! Ribbons on mini pumpkins in a bowl. Lovely and easy!
These painted pumpkins in greens, browns and oranges offer a different range of colors than the normal orange and black.
What a clever way to use old keys!
And these painted white pumpkins literally are WICKED!
Now, these do require some scooping, but I have made these before and they are simply beautiful at night. You just drill holes with a drill and then from the inside, pop in miniature Christmas lights or use a bright candle. You can drill in a pattern or randomly. I love the look.
Use Cinderella pumpkins and fancy script to create this beautiful topiary.
And how cute is this pumpkin with buttons and bows?
Anyone for Candy Corn Pumpkins?
There are even more cute and clever ideas of ways to decorate pumpkins for Fall and Halloween on Pinterest. Why not take a look and see what you can find?
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