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Painted faux pumpkins

Dollar store foam pumpkins painted in soft neutrals or bold patterns, fall decor that lasts for years.

Painted faux pumpkins
LevelBeginner
AgesAges 10 and up
Time1 hour plus drying
Cost$6 to $15
FallHalloweenThanksgivingDollar storeUnder $20Things to sell

What you'll need

Materials

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Tools

How to make it

  1. Step 1: Pull off the stems
    1

    Pull off the stems

    Most pop off. If not, tape over them.

  2. Step 2: Mix in texture
    2

    Mix in texture

    Stir 1 spoon of baking soda into 1/4 cup of paint for a ceramic look.

  3. Step 3: Paint the base
    3

    Paint the base

    Dab the paint on with a foam brush. Let it dry 30 minutes.

  4. Step 4: Add a second coat
    4

    Add a second coat

    Cover any orange peeking through.

  5. Step 5: Finish the stems
    5

    Finish the stems

    Paint the stems brown or wrap them in twine. Put them back on.

Edie's tip

Paint 3 sizes in 3 shades of 1 color. They look great grouped on a shelf.

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