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10 Easy Pumpkin Decorating Ideas

By: Caylin Harris

Sweet or scary, there are so many ways to make a pumpkin completely your own this Halloween season. These easy, no-carve ideas are high on fun and low on mess. Check out these project tutorials and try one yourself!

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Photo: Courtesy of The House That Lars Built

DIY Rainbow Pumpkins

Feel like adding some pizzazz to a plain old orange pumpkin? Take a cue from The House That Lars Built and color coordinate your gourds. It’s a great way to use up extra paint that might be hanging around the house too.

Get the full tutorial here!

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Photo: Courtesy of Studio DIY

Confetti Dipped Pumpkins

If you’re familiar with Studio DIY’s work you know that they treat every holiday like a party. This clever idea uses leftover party supplies to make a real impact. So bust out those lingering craft odds and ends and get your glitter on.

Get the full tutorial here!

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Photo: Courtesy of Paper & Stitch

Balloon Dipped Pumpkins

You won’t believe how easy this pumpkin decorating idea from Paper & Stitch is. It adds color and fun without paint...which means no mess. The secret ingredient...your leftover balloons. Experiment with the technique and make it your own.

Get the full tutorial here!

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Photo: Courtesy of I Spy DIY

Metallic Pumpkin Floral Centerpiece

A clever two-for-one from I Spy DIY, you’ll learn how to create these cool geometric metallic patterns on the outside of your pumpkins, but also how to turn a pumpkin into a centerpiece. It’s easier than you think.

Get the full tutorial here!