Picking out the best looking pumpkin in the patch and taking
it home to carve has become a Halloween tradition that has been passed down
from generation to generation. If you have ever taken the time to carve a
pumpkin, then you know that it is definitely not as easy as it seems. Cutting
the circle around the stem, scooping out the slimy pumpkin guts, and carving a
design is a time consuming and not to mention, a messy feat!
It seems like every year, the traditional triangle-eyed,
triangle nosed, and tooth-y smiled pumpkin seems to be slowly
disappearing. The carvings on pumpkins
get more and more intricate as the years go by. It kind of seems impossible to
compete with these multi-layered and 3 dimensional carvings. So, if you’re not the
most talented or a pumpkin carving genius, then you’re in luck! Here are few fun
and easy alternatives to traditional pumpkin carving:
Sleek and Studded:
For this edgy and oh so stylish pumpkin
you’ll need black matte spray paint and a couple dozen gold and silver studs.
Tips:
·
Wipe down your pumpkin with a damp paper towel
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Newspapers! Be sure to lay down a ton of
newspapers before you spray paint your pumpkin
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2-day project! It might be a good idea to spray
paint your pumpkins black one day and when they’re dry, or the following day
(just to be safe) then add the studs
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To get the flat-backed studs to attach, I
suggest using E-600 or Super Glue
A Little Sparkle Never Hurt:
This super
sparkly pumpkin is sure to draw attention when the light hits just right.
Tips:
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Wipe down your pumpkin with a damp paper towel
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Use Modge Podge or spray paint on your pumpkin
as the “glue”
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OR have your child paint a design on the pumpkin
and then sprinkle a lot of glitter onto the wet paint
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OR spray paint the pumpkin your favorite color,
then only add sparkle to the stem
Glowing Goblin:
This pumpkin brings a bright and
fun twist to the traditional tea-light glow, and a great opportunity for kids to get creative
Tips:
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Wipe down your pumpkin with a damp paper towel.
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Use newspapers underneath
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You’ll need several colors of glow-in-the-dark
puffy paint
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Use painter’s tape to help create fun designs
Sources & Inspiration:
~ Sara Luckham
Social Media Specialist
Seaside Staffing Company
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