If your kids are in love with Halloween and fall, try one (or more) of these 30+ cute pumpkin crafts to celebrate. Lots of simple and fun ideas here!
As the leaves begin to change color and the air turns crisp and cool, we know that fall is officially here.
It’s time to embrace the season and celebrate the vibrant hues, cozy sweaters, and, of course, everyone’s favorite orange gourd: the pumpkin!
I really love pumpkins. When used in baked goods they are delicious, and when used as a theme in crafts? They are utterly cute!
With fall already here, I think it’s time to get the kids working on some pumpkin crafts, don’t you?
From painting to cutting to gluing, there’s no limit to the fun and unique ways you can incorporate this beloved seasonal symbol into your home.
Whether your child is a beginner or seasoned crafter, they’ll find an idea here.
These fall crafts are not only fun, but you can also create lasting memories with your children.
Autumn is a magical time of year, so make the most of it by celebrating the simple pleasures of crafting!
None of these ideas need to use real pumpkins, and that’s the whole point – they’re “inspired by” the real thing.
So gather your paper plates, paints, scissors, and yarn (plus foam pumpkins from the Dollar Tree for some of these). Then scroll down to see my favorite pumpkin craft ideas for kids.
Let me know which is your favorite in the comments. Happy autumn crafting!
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Paper Strips
Make a paper pumpkin, step by step! Kids are going to love this fun craft idea for fall and Halloween.
I remember making Chinese lanterns like this when I was little, and you're going to use the same technique in this project. Such a great idea to turn it into a pumpkin!
This is definitely the most clever pumpkin craft on the list. These pumpkins are stuffed winter hats wrapped with twine. Keep your scarf and gloves stuffed in the matching beanie for the fall – then undo them and wear for the winter!
Start with a foam pumpkin and a pencil. Sketch out a design and go over with marker. You can let the kids draw the designs or have them trace what you have drawn.
I love a good dollar store craft! Pick up a few of these orange cups and some black tape at your favorite dollar store to make fun jack-o-lantern cups.
Don’t you love these pumpkin craft ideas for kids? I’d love to hear which one is your favorite in the comments! I’d also love for you to visit the following kids’ craft collections for the season:
