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50+ Cute Painted Pumpkins For Fall…

Have you been wanting some cute painted pumpkin ideas for fall? If so, you’ve hit the jackpot today, because we’ve rounded up over 50 of the cutest pumpkins on the internet.

There are so many painted pumpkin ideas you won’t know where to start…

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50+ Cute Painted Pumpkins To Try This Fall:

1. DIY Painted Pun-kins | Studio DIY

As usual, Studio DIY comes up with the most fun, festive ideas. And these cute painted pumpkins are no exception! Super funny and cheeky. Even the name…”pun-kins” 😂. Love everything about these.

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2. Chalkboard Pumpkins | Heathered Nest

These chalkboard pumpkins are ridiculously quick and easy to make. I use mine as place cards for a fun fall, Halloween table. You could use different color chalkboard paint to make it look less like Halloween and more like fall.

3. Squeeze Paint Painted Pumpkins | Hello Wonderful

What kid wouldn’t be in heaven getting to make some of these painted beauties? This looks like one of the best fall kid crafts, ever. Just do it outside, moms. We get extra points in heaven for letting our kids do stuff like…at least that’s what I tell myself 😉.

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4. Painted Unicorn Pumpkin | Best Friends for Frosting

Um. Unicorn. Enough said.

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5. Hudson’s Bay Blanket Pumpkins | Heathered Nest

These faux pumpkins were inspired by the classic look of Hudson’s Bay blankets and the Pendleton Woolen Mills National Park striped blankets.

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6. DIY Painted 90’s Pattern Pumpkins | A Kailo Chic Life

Oh my word. This whole 90’s aesthetic from Kara at a Kailo Chic Life is so, so good.

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7. DIY Floral & Glitter Pumpkins | Home Me Oh My

Not sure I’d have the talent to take on the floral painted pumpkin, but I’d love to try! Amy is so creative!

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8. DIY Leopard Painted Pumpkin | Effortless Style

Leopard print ALL the things!! Even pumpkins 🎃.

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9. Gingham & Stripe Painted Pumpkins | Dimples and Tangles

Jennifer from Dimples and Tangles always makes the world more colorful, no matter what the project. Isn’t her adorable take on pumpkins a pink and preppy feast for the eyes?

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10. DIY Mudcloth Painted Pumpkins | Renovating Mapleson Manor

Mudcloth is on-trend right now, and I love how it’s been incorporated into fall decor with these cute painted pumpkins!

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11. Muted Color Painted Pumpkins | So Much Better with Age

Not showy, but completely beautiful. Jamie shows you how to get subtle, beautiful, realistic pumpkin tones with paint.

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12. DIY Mercury Glass Painted Pumpkins | Seeking Lavender Lane

Love Deb’s metallic pumpkin look here. Metallic tones always bring an important element into a room…so why not bring some bling into your fall decor with a painted pumpkin?

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13. Colorful Painted Dollar Store Pumpkins | I Should Be Mopping the Floor

Dollar Store pumpkin transformations always inspire. And there are so many versions, each different and special in their own way. Creativity at it’s best! Love the colors used on this version done by Kristi.

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14. Gold Ombre Glitter Dipped Pumpkins | Fox Hollow Cottage

Shannon coming in hot with some glitz and glitter on her gold ombre-painted pumpkins!

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15. Easy Metallic Patterned Painted Pumpkins | Small Stuff Counts

A great idea that is easy and the results are so fun and festive! Kids would love making these pretty pumpkins!

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16. Japanese Umbrella Inspired Pumpkins | Up to Date Interiors

I ADORE how these pumpkins turned out! So colorful, and very chic. Japanese umbrellas were her inspiration for these painted pumpkins…so creative!!

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17. White Painted Foam Pumpkins | Making Manzanita

Isn’t this painted pumpkin a great idea for your front porch?!

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18. Copper Glazed Faux Pumpkins | What Meegan Makes

Another fun metallic-painted pumpkin idea. This one from Meegan in a copper tone.

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19. Spray Painted Ampersand Pumpkin | Rain on a Tin Roof

Jenna always creates fun projects, and her pumpkins are no exception! Bright, bold and full of personality. #pumpkinperfection

20. DIY Coral & Gold Painted Pumpkins | Monica Wants It

Paint your pumpkins to match your home decor. These beauties by Monica fit perfectly with her home decor.

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21. Vintage Inspired Mod Podge Painted Pumpkins | Jenna Kate at Home

I mean…total pumpkin eye candy, right?!

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22. Colorful Spray Painted Cornucopia Centerpiece | PMQ for Two

More bright and colorful and patternful pumpkins from Ariel.

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23. Painted Indigo Book Page Pumpkin | 2 Bees in a Pod

How’s this for a creative take on pumpkin painting?! And the indigo…it’s a shade that’s always in style.

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24. Fall Painted Neutral Pumpkins | 2 Bees in a Pod

Some neutral pumpkin paint from the gals at 2 Bees in a Pod. Makes for a beautiful centerpiece, no?

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25. Easy Plaid & Floral Painted Pumpkins | Lolly Jane

Not sure which one I love more, the gingham for the florals! How about you?

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26. Simple Chevron & Orange Patterned Painted Pumpkins | Lolly Jane

More fun-painted pumpkin ideas from Lolly Jane!!! These are all about pattern-play!

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27. DIY Painted Pumpkin with Tassel Embellishments | Delineate Your Dwelling

Paint + tassels = TOTALLY awesome pumpkins!

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28. DIY Gilded Pumpkins | Honey Bear Lane

I love these pumpkins from Honey Bear Lane…so glam, but so easy to make!

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29. Upcycled Decoupage Pumpkins | First Day of Home

Decoupage is fun, and can create such original results!

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30. Whitewashed Pumpkins | DIY Beautify

The perfect pumpkin for your farmhouse decor? Quite possibly, YES!

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31. Thrifty Antiqued Pumpkins | DIY Beautify

Adorable AND inspirational. Not bad for a little squash!

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32. Painted Teal Pumpkin Project Topiary | Elle Marie Home

Stack em if you got em! Make a fun painted pumpkin topiary!

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33. DIY Painted Donut Pumpkins | Studio DIY

Anything that looks like a donut is a win, in my opinion.

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34. Dollar Store Matte Painted Pumpkins | The Home I Create

More muted pretty painted pumpkins here! Love the subtle blues.

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35. Abstract Painted Pumpkins | A Subtle Revelry

These cute painted pumpkins feel 90’s chic to me…how about you? I can almost hear the Miami Vice theme song when I look at them. And I gotta say, how can that NOT make one happy, right?

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36. DIY Gold Splatter Painted Pumpkins | A Kailo Chic Life

Pretty, vibrant colors mixed with sparkly gold? Home run.

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37. Mini Painted Pumpkins | Lia Griffith

Not only are these painted mini pumpkins adorable, but I’m also kind of in love with her copper basket, too…right?!

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38. Gilded Faux Bois Pumpkins | Sand & Sisal

Anything that sounds French has to add an element of class, right?! 😉 Plus the gold is 😘. Faux Bois painted pumpkins…say that 10 times fast! Then head to Kim’s site to learn how to create some of these beauties!

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39. Painted Galaxy Art Pumpkin | 42 Stripes

It’s a heavenly pumpkin! This creative cosmic crafty pumpkin is OUT OF THIS WORLD!

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40. DIY Beach Ball Pumpkins | Paint the Gown Red

Beachy keen painted pumpkins! Perfect for a coastal home.

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41. Neon Paint Dipped Pumpkins | A Night Owl Blog

From the 90s pumpkins to these that look 80s chic in all their neon glory! So fun…and bright!

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42. DIY Buffalo Plaid Painted Pumpkins | My Family Thyme

Gingham painted in classic colors is always a good choice.

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43. DIY Painted Buffalo Check Pumpkins | The Red Painted Cottage

Gingham plus sparkly polka dots!! Love this fun duo!

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44. DIY Dry Brushed Chalk Painted Pumpkins | Anderson and Grant

More pumpkins illustrating the beauty of chalk painting!

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45. DIY Hand Lettered Painted Pumpkin | By Dawn Nicole

Try your hand at hand lettering and create a beautifully painted pumpkin with a twist!

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46. Painted Mini Pumpkin Centerpieces | Posh Little Designs

Paint then use these minis to create a beautiful fall tablescape.

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47. Marbled Indigo Pumpkins | Alice and Lois

I adore these marbled pumpkins…and the indigo color is my favorite part. This type of painted pumpkin would look so gorgeous in so many homes!

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48. Painted Glittered Copper Pumpkins | Just Paint It

Copper is such a great metallic for fall. And glitter makes everything a little better, right?!

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49. Metallic Foil Pumpkins | Atta Girl Says

Don’t be foilrf by cheapo faux pumpkins! Turn them into showstoppers with this easy technique!

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50. Blue & White Painted Pumpkins | Bella Tucker

Holy talent, right?! AMAZING painted pumpkins from Bella Tucker.

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51. DIY Marbled Pumpkins | The Proper Blog

The colors on these marbled pumpkins are perfect!! Autumn doesn’t have to be all about rust, orange and dark green. It can be light and airy and bright!

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52. DIY ‘Fall’ Painted Pumpkins | PMQ for Two

Ariel always whips up some beautiful pumpkin decor each fall. Isn’t that floral painted pumpkin amazing?!

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Looking for more seasonal fall fun? Be sure to check out these ideas, too!

  • Easy Dollar Store DIY Bandana Pumpkins
  • Easy DIY Scrap Fabric Pumpkins
  • 50+ Prize-Worthy No Carve Pumpkin Decorating Ideas
  • 17 Fabric Pumpkin Crafts To DIY This Fall
  • Easy Mod Podge DIY Pumpkin
  • 5 ways to create easy, budget-friendly fall decor
  • Perfect Winter and Fall Throw Blankets

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FAQs

What kind of paint do you use to paint pumpkins? ›

Thomas agrees and recommends acrylic paint instead of oil-based when painting pumpkins. "It's quick-drying, easy to use, and clean-up is a breeze," she says. "Because acrylic is water-based, if you mess up, you can wipe it off with a rag and start over! Oil-based paint takes a long time to dry and can be fumy.

How to paint a cute pumpkin? ›

Start by drawing a design on your pumpkin using pencil — whether it's simple or intricate. Trace your pencil lines with puff paint and let dry completely for a few hours. Cover the stem of the pumpkin with masking tape and spray your pumpkin with matte spray paint or chalk paint, and let dry.

Will washable paint work on pumpkins? ›

Yes, you totally can. If you're going to keep your pumpkins indoors then washable paint can be used, too. If you want to place them outdoors, seal them before and after you apply the washable paint. Otherwise the paint will start flaking and rubbing off when continuously exposed to the sun and rain.

How to paint a funny face on a pumpkin? ›

Paint a large kidney bean shape for a mouth in black. Fill in the eyes with black, leaving a small white border. Add face details in light turquoise paint (just mix some white with your paint to lighten it). Add eyelid lines, a nose, a frown line under the mouth, and warts (using the back end of the paint brush).

Why is my paint not sticking to my pumpkin? ›

Since real pumpkins grow in the ground, they are bound to have dirt on them that will not let your paint adhere to the surface. You can use a little bleach when washing them to help them last longer. I just used soap and water for these.

How do you get paint to stick to a pumpkin? ›

3. Use a sealant or primer. 'Priming your pumpkin before painting is optional, however, it might help your paint job last longer,' Rachel says. Choose any craft-grade sealant such as this highly rated, quick-drying sealant on Amazon and apply liberally to your clean, cry pumpkin's surface.

What is the easiest way to paint a pumpkin? ›

One of the easiest (and prettiest) ways to decorate your pumpkins carving is painting them with a chalky finish paint. The matte coverage that a chalky finish paint provides is an attractive and versatile option. There are three useful painting methods for this project: patterns, dipped lines, or abstract splatters.

How to seal painted pumpkins? ›

Coat the entire pumpkin with an acrylic sealer to keep the decorative paint from peeling. Coat the top half of the pumpkin and let it dry. Flip it over and repeat for the bottom half. You can use either a spray- or brush-on sealer.

Will Crayola paint work on a pumpkin? ›

Which Crayola products are recommended for pumpkin decorating? Crayola Quick-Dry Paint Sticks and Take Note! Permanent Markers are formulated to allow you to create works of art on real or fake pumpkins. Feel free to explore all your creative options.

How do you keep painted pumpkins from rotting? ›

Let your pumpkin dry completely, then choose one of the options below to keep it fresh:
  1. Spray daily with a bleach solution (use ratio above)
  2. Spray daily with a pumpkin spray (either store bought or homemade)
  3. Spray with WD-40 (just once or after each soak)
  4. Rub with petroleum jelly (just once or after each soak)

How do you make painted pumpkins last longer? ›

You can order a spray product off the internet called Pumpkin Fresh which leads the industry in pumpkin preservation sprays. However, if you would rather use something you already have, coat the edges in petroleum jelly or WD-40 to keep them moist.

How to paint a ghost face on a pumpkin? ›

Ghostface has a very simple paint job. I did the entire pumpkin black with his white mask. I mixed up a red colour that I thought would look bloody and gory to pour over and let it drip down.

How do you paint a pumpkin like a cupcake? ›

Find yourself a baby pumpkin (the smallest one you can find) and flip it upside down to make the top of your cupcake. Paint the pumpkin using the color of your favorite icing, stick the pumpkin in a cupcake wrapper, and, while the paint is still drying, add sprinkles (you can also glue them on after the paint dries).

What is the best way to paint a pumpkin? ›

Select your base color, then paint your pumpkin using your 3-inch paintbrush, covering it completely. Allow drying for at least an hour. Once the finish appears matte and free of any wet spots, you can add a second coat for extra coverage or go straight to painting on your pattern.

Is acrylic or tempera paint better for pumpkins? ›

Acrylic paints also adhere well to a pumpkin's uneven and textured surface with a smooth and even finish. It's non-toxic and allows for easy cleanup with soap and water, making it a great kid-friendly choice.

Is Crayola paint good for pumpkins? ›

Crayola Quick-Dry Paint Sticks and Take Note! Permanent Markers are formulated to allow you to create works of art on real or fake pumpkins. Feel free to explore all your creative options. Experiment with Crayola acrylic paints, washable paints and non-washable markers.

Is it better to paint or spray paint a pumpkin? ›

Spray paint is the quickest way to paint pumpkins, whether they are foam or real. I picked up an assortment of foam pumpkins from Dollar Tree and gave them a makeover so they coordinated better with our front porch.

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