Frankenstein Pumpkin Painting

It’s alive...with Crayola Paint, of course! This Frankenstein Pumpkin Painting craft is a no brainer—display as a DIY pumpkin decoration at your monster bash.

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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Disposable Plate(s)
Faux Pumpkin

Steps

Step 1

Pour yellow and blue paint onto disposable plate. Mix to make green.
Step 2

Paint entire pumpkin. Dry 1–2 hours, then add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 3

Paint facial features and hair onto pumpkin.
Step 4

Add embellishments such as scars and teeth using markers.
Step 5

Shape a piece of Model Magic into a bolt.
Step 6

Glue bolt to side of pumpkin.
Step 7

Repeat steps 6–7 to complete Frankenstein monster. Dry overnight.
Step 8

Display your DIY pumpkin decoration inside or outside!

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CIY Staff Tips

Make a collection of painted pumpkins! Use paint to create different designs, like a witch, donut, or marbleized pattern.

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