Make It: Last Minute No-Carve Pumpkins

Bring a sparkle, a glow and a smile with these last-minute, no-carve pumpkins this Halloween. This décor can last through Halloween and into the Thanksgiving season.

Ribbon pumpkins:

Simply sweet, this design idea takes only moments to turn a boring table into a delightful Halloween or fall display.

What you’ll need:

• Pumpkins
• Ribbons
• Glue

Cut your ribbon the length from top to very bottom of pumpkin.
Slowly apply glue to the underside of the ribbon and press gently to your pumpkin.
Add a bow around the stem to cover the ends of the ribbons.

Glitter pumpkins:

Get your sparkle on with this simple decorating idea, for longer-lasting pumpkins with a touch of design.

What you’ll need:

• Pumpkins
• Glitter – fall colors
• Craft glue or Mod Podge
• Paint brush or sponge
• Optional: Spray adhesive

Lightly coat an entire pumpkin with glue and liberally apply glitter around all sides. Gently tap off excess glitter and let dry on a clean surface, like a paper plate or dish.

You can use a spray adhesive if you choose for a more even coating.

Funky Pumpkins:

Grab your leftover craft supplies, ribbon remnants, markers and some googly eyes and let the kids go crazy with smaller, decorative pumpkins.

These will last longer and make a great afterschool project.

What you’ll need:

• Decorative pumpkins
• Googly eyes
• Glitter
• Markers
• Paint
• Glue
• Other: ribbon, stickers, etc.

Paint, glue and glitter to your heart's desire. Let the kids design their own pumpkin characters!