Implement chalk, two-toned paint, monogramming, and masks to make your pumpkins come alive this Halloween!Halloween candy’s cool and autumn leaves are lovely, but fall just wouldn’t be the same without a certain large, orange fruit. In celebration of the most pumpkin-y of seasons, it’s time to get crafty with these four decorating ideas. And the best part is: no pumpkin glop involved. Though we can’t promise you won’t make a mess…
Two-toned Charm
Secure a piece of tape at the center of the pumpkin. Fill a container-large enough to hold the entire pumpkin-with latex paint of any color, and dip. The result is a very trendy color-block look. Also in line with the current trends, create the hombre look by blurring the edge of the paint with a damp cotton ball.
Chalk It Up
This idea is perfect for the decorator who wants it all … and changes his or her mind on a daily basis. Holding the pumpkin by its stem, paint the entire pumpkin with chalkboard spray paint. After the paint dries, grab a piece of chalk-any color, though white stands out-and draw whatever you like, from a traditional jack-o-lantern’s grin to a wailing ghoul to a helpful message. Itching for a new design? Simply wipe clean and draw something new.