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This Melted Crayon Pumpkin Is a Color Explosion

Make a colorful melted crayon pumpkin with this fun fall craft! A no-carve project that’s perfect for kids, classrooms, or bold Halloween decor.

crayon on pumpkin

Ready to ditch the boring fall decor and go full-on-color crayon wax instead? Then you have to try this melted crayon pumpkin craft.

It’s the lovechild of a pumpkin and a box of Crayolas – and it’s kind of magical. Watching those crayons melt down the sides in vibrant, drippy streaks? Mesmerizing. Like lava lamps for your front porch.

Now let’s get practical for a sec. You’ll want to use real Crayola crayons if you can. Some dollar store versions technically work, but they tend to be waxier and less pigmented, which means more smoke and less wow.

pumpkin melted crayon

And speaking of dollar stores, you can totally find most of what you need there. Faux pumpkins, crayons, and even cheap hair dryers (though I’d double check wattage unless you want to melt your patience too).

Why do this? First, it’s fun. Second, it’s basically a science experiment that ends in home decor. And third, you’ll have a pumpkin that doesn’t rot on your porch in two weeks.

Plus, this is one of those projects that kids love and can actually help with – just prep for a little mess and a lot of “can I do the next color?”

melted crayon pumpkin

So grab that faux gourd and let’s get colorful! Get the printable how to card below.

pumpkin crayon melting
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Melted Crayon on Pumpkin

Have you ever tried melting crayons on pumpkins? It's super easy to do, the results are cool, and kids love it!
Type: Fall Crafts, Kids Crafts
Yield: 1 pumpkin
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • Hair dryer

Materials

  • Faux pumpkins
  • Crayons assorted fall colors
  • Craft glue

Instructions

  • Pick out colors from the crayons. Peel paper off and break the crayons in half.
    Removing Crayon Paper
  • Run short lines of glue on top of the pumpkin, following the lines in the pumpkin.
    Gluing Crayons
  • Place crayon pieces on the glue lines, holding for a moment so they stay in place. Alternate colors for a better effect. Allow the glue plenty of time to dry.
    Allow Time to Dry
  • Put down some newspaper or find an area where crayon stains won’t be a problem. Using the hair dryer, blow hot air on the crayons until they melt. Start off further away from the crayons, and move in until they begin melting.
    Melting Crayons
  • Use the dryer to help guide the drips down the sides until you are satisfied with how they look. Let cool before touching.
    Melting Process

Did you enjoy this project? Then check out these other fun fall ideas!

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