70+ Pumpkin Crafts for Kids
We’ve put together an absolutely HUGE collection of pumpkin crafts for kids! Inside you’ll find every type of kids pumpkin craft, from paper crafts, to games, to pumpkin decorating ideas.
Pumpkin Crafts
If you’re looking for cute and easy kids pumpkin crafts, look no further!
Not only do the girls and I love to make pumpkin crafts at home, but my blogger friends do too!
I rounded up all of the pumpkin crafts we made as a family over the past couple years, as well as my favorite from the best kids crafts bloggers on the net.
What I especially love about this pumpkin crafts collection is that there are ideas for both Halloween and Thanksgiving. Many of the ideas could even be used for both.
There are keepsakes, game ideas, home and party decorations, and even no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas. All of these fabulous kids pumpkin crafts require only basic supplies and most kids could make with minimal assistance (depending on their age).
There truly is something for everyone!
Happy crafting!
The Ultimate Collection of Pumpkin Crafts for Kids
Click on the video below to see our favorite kids pumpkin crafts, but a quick tutorial for how to make them! Then, keep reading for the full list of pumpkin crafts for kids.
For easier navigating, I’ve grouped the pumpkin crafts below into groups based on the type of craft. That way if you’re looking for say, a pumpkin paper craft, you’ll be able to find it right away!
Pumpkin Paper Crafts
Pumpkin Photo Pop-Up Cards — our most popular pumpkin craft of all time! – This kid-made pop-up photo pumpkin card makes a cute classroom craft that’s perfect Fall holidays!
Quilled Paper Pumpkin Craft — click for instructions! – This cute quilled pumpkin is an easy Halloween paper craft and party decoration!
Jack ‘O Lantern Paper Pumpkin Finger Puppets — (tutorial available at The Joy of Sharing) – These easy finger puppets are so cute and the perfect pumpkin craft for kids.
Newspaper Pumpkin Garland — (instructions on Kitchen Counter Chronicles) – Make these adorable pumpkins on string with this fun garland idea your kids can make.
Recycled Paper Pumpkins — (directions from Hands on Teaching Ideas) – Recycle items around your home to make these fun and festive recycled paper pumpkins.
Cut Out Pumpkin Faces — (full directions on Crafty Moms Share) – Use paper to make your own cut-out pumpkin faces with this easy idea.
Accordion Folded Paper Pumpkins — (tutorial on Artsy Crafty Moms) – Make pumpkin accordions out of paper in this easy tutorial.
Paper Weaving Pumpkins — (directions at Artsy Crafty Mom) – Let your kids practice fine motor skills with these easy paper-weaving pumpkins.
Origami Pumpkins — (click for instructions from Pink Stripey Socks) – Dig out the paper and make these fun pumpkins made from origami paper.
Paper Pumpkin Pinwheel — (tutorial at Meaningful Mama) – This easy pumpkin pinwheel craft is made out of paper and is the perfect decoration for your home this fall.
Hanging Paper Strip Pumpkins — (get the directions on Meaningful Mama) – Use paper to make these easy-hanging paper strip pumpkins to hang in your home.
3D Paper Pumpkin Craft — (instructions available at Pint Sized Treasures) – Use paper, glue, and pipe cleaners to make these easy 3D paper pumpkins.
Tissue Paper Pumpkin Craft — (directions from Arty Crafty Kids) – Your little ones will get creative and practice fine motor skills with this fun tissue paper pumpkin craft.
Painted Pumpkin Crafts
Mix and Match Pumpkin Faces – click for directions!
Painted Pumpkin Mason Jars — click for video tutorial!
Puffy Paint Pumpkins — (click for directions on Messy Little Monster) – Use homemade puffy paint to make these adorable pumpkins with your little ones!
Glue and Foam Pumpkins — (click for how-to from Simple Everyday Mom) – You only need a few simple supplies to make this amazing glue and foam pumpkin craft.
Painted Paper Cup Pumpkins — (see how they’re made on Non Toy Gifts) – Paint paper cups to look just like pumpkins in this easy and fun fall craft.
Nail Polish Painted Mini Pumpkins — (instructions available at The Natural Homeschool) – Use nail polish to make these adorable mini painted pumpkins.
No-Mess Color Mixing Painted Pumpkins — (tutorial on Teaching 2 and 3 Year Olds) – These painted pumpkins won’t make a mess with this fun and easy tutorial!
Pumpkin Salt Painting — (directions on Natural Beach Living) – This pumpkin craft is perfect for kids of all ages and a great hands-on activity.
Pumpkin Apple Stamping — (get the instructions from In The Kids Kitchen) – Use apple stamping to make this fun pumpkin art project with your little ones.
Halloween Lanterns — (directions at The Best Ideas for Kids) – Turn mason jars into festive spooky lanterns with this easy DIY idea.
Pumpkin Still Life — (see an example at Buggy and Buddy) – Create fall inspired art with real pumpkins in this still life art project.
Palm Print Pumpkin — (directions from Fun Handprint Art Blog) – Use your child’s palm to make this adorable pumpkin keepsake.
Painted Craft Sticks Pumpkin — (tutorial on You Brew My Tea) – Paint craft sticks to look like a pumpkin in this fun and easy craft idea.
Cookie Cutter Pumpkin Decorating — (directions available at Slap Dash Mom)
Salt Painted Jack ‘O Lantern — (get the tutorial on Rhythms of Play) – Use a foam pumpkin and cookie cutters to make this fun and easy no carve pumpkin idea.
Paper Plate Pumpkin Crafts
Color Mixing Paper Plate Crafts — (directions on Messy Little Monster) – Experiment with coloring mixing with this adorable pumpkin craft for kids.
Handprint Pumpkin Wreath — (instructions at Non Toy Gifts) – Make a wreath using your child’s handprint for a fun and festive fall craft.
3D Pumpkin Paper Plate Craft — (directions from Meaningful Mama) – Turn paper plates into pumpkins with this fun and easy fall craft idea.
Pumpkin Name Craft — (get the tutorial from Fantastic Fun and Learning) – Teach your kids about their names and explore with pumpkins in this fun pumpkin craft and name activity.
Crafts Using Real Pumpkins
Pumpkin Vases — one of our favorite unique ways to use real mini pumpkins!
Marker Decorated Pumpkins — (instructions at Kitchen Counter Chronicles) – Use markers to make this super easy and creatively decorated pumpkin.
Nail Polish Pumpkins — (see how it’s done at Crafty Moms Share) – Use nail polish to make these easily decorated pumpkins.
Oil Pastel Decorated Pumpkins — (directions on Pink Stripey Socks) – This no-carve pumpkin idea is so easy and a great colorful craft for kids.
No Carve Pumpkin Monsters — (get instructions from Projects with Kids) – Make cute neon-colored pumpkins with this easy no carve idea!
Decorate a Pumpkin Collage Art — (directions at Fun Learning for Kids) – Make an easy pumpkin that your kids can decorate themselves with this easy tutorial.
Leaf Bats Decorated Pumpkin Craft — (idea from Mother Natured) – Use batts to decorate your pumpkin with this easy nature craft idea.
Decorated Teal Pumpkins — (tutorial on Living Montessori Now) – Decorate teal pumpkins with this easy, colorful pumpkin tutorial.
Toilet Paper Roll Pumpkin Crafts
Cardboard Roll Pumpkins — (directions on Wondermom Wannabe) – Use cardboard rolls to make this super easy pumpkin craft idea.
Halloween Toilet Paper Roll Crafts — (see all of them at The Best Ideas for Kids) – Use toilet paper rolls to make this fun pumpkin-themed character.
Cardboard Tube Treat Holder — (instructions on Buggy and Buddy) – Use a cardboard tube to make pumpkin treat holders.
Unique Pumpkin Crafts
Edible Pumpkin Pie Slime — click for recipe! – Make slime that tastes and smells just like pumpkin.
Wooden Emoji Pumpkins — (click for directions from Mama in the Now) – These wooden emoji pumpkins can be used for play or for decoration.
Foam Pumpkin Magnets — (see the tutorial at The Flying Couponer) – Use foam to make these adorable pumpkin magnets with faces you can let your kids create!
Pumpkin Sewing Craft — (directions on Coffee and Carpool) – Teach your kids how to sew with this fun pumpkin sewing craft.
Pinecone Pumpkin Craft — (instructions available at A Dab of Glue Will Do) – Use pinecones and make them into pumpkins with this fun nature craft idea.
Stained Glass Pumpkin Suncatcher — (directions from Crafts on Sea) – Make a fun suncatcher out of tissue paper with this easy stained glass pumpkin idea.
Pumpkin & Monster Jars — (tutorial at Fantastic Fun and Learning) – Make jars that look like pumpkins in this easy pumpkin jar tutorial.
Pumpkin Face Slime — (Recipe at The Best Ideas for Kids) – Make a pumpkin face out of this fluffy pumpkin slime.
Pumpkin & Gourd Suncatcher Craft — (from The Gingerbread House) – Make suncatchers that look like pumpkins and gourds in this fun craft idea.
Salt Dough Pumpkin Handprint Keepsake — (get the directions from Teach Me Mommy) – Make a fall keepsake out of salt dough in this pumpkin handprint craft idea.
Reversible Yarn Wrapped Pumpkin — (tutorial on Red Ted Art) – Use yarn to make pumpkins that are reversible!
Coffee Filter Pumpkin Suncatchers — (directions on Artsy Momma) – Turn coffee filters into suncatcher with this fun fall craft idea.
Dryer Vent Pumpkin — (example on You Brew My Tea) – Use a dryer vent to make a fun and decorative pumpkin.
LEGO Halloween Mosaics — (instructions at Brain Power Boy) – Use LEGOs to make a cool Halloween mosaic craft.
DIY Jack ‘O Lantern Koozie – click for directions! – Turn a simple koozie into a fun water pumpkin-themed water bottle koozie with this craft idea.
DIY Pumpkin Games
Pumpkin Marble Maze — (see how to make it on Buggy and Buddy) – Grab a paper plate and some marbles and make this fun and creative marble maze idea.
Tic-Tac-Boo! — (learn how to make it at Ruffles & Rain Boots) – Play Tic Tac Toe with this fun and creative pumpkin game board idea.
Jack ‘O Lantern Spinning Tops — (directions available at Buggy and Buddy) – Make your own simple spinning tops for a fun Halloween science craft idea.
Upcycled Pumpkin Crafts
T-Shirt Fabric Pumpkins — (directions available at Organized 31) – Make a pumpkin out of fabric in this easy upcycled pumpkin craft idea.
Soda Bottle Pumpkins — (instructions at Organized 31) – Use plastic bottles to make these creative and easy soda bottle pumpkins.
Orange Pill Bottle Pumpkins — (how-to from Organized 31) – You only need ten minutes to make these easy upcycled bottle pumpkins.
Sock Pumpkin Craft — (tutorial available at Meaningful Mama) – Turn a sock into a pumpkin with this fun and easy craft idea.
Coffee Filter Pumpkin Craft — (directions on Look We’re Learning) – Use a coffee filter to make this fun and amazing pumpkin craft idea.
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