Looking for fun pumpkin painting ideas to recreate? Here are 38 insanely cute and creative no carve pumpkin decorating ideas that are sure to win you the best pumpkin decorating contest award.
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Autumn is quickly approaching, guys. I, for one, am super excited for the fall weather. I mean, who doesn’t want to sip on pumpkin-spiced lattes and be bundled up in a cozy sweater? I love the bright hues of the leaves and the gentle breeze. Autumn is truly a beautiful season, and I just can’t seem to get enough.
One of my favorite things about fall, besides the pumpkin-spiced lattes, is painting pumpkins. It is such a fun activity you can do with friends and family. Last year, my friends and I hosted a sleepover, and the entire night we decorated pumpkins and watched cozy TV shows. It was so much fun, and we are for sure going to do it again this year.
If you are someone who hates carving pumpkins and thinks it takes way too much effort and time, then you are going to love painting them instead. You can get as creative as you want, and you don’t have to do any carving. You can also make pumpkin painting a contest and vote on whose pumpkin is the best if you want to get competitive.
The prize can be a gift card or a gift basket filled with goodies. Keep on reading for 38 of the most creative and cute pumpkin painting ideas you won’t get enough of. From minions pumpkin to ice cream and Friends theme, you will find at least one idea you love.
CUTE PUMPKIN PAINTING IDEAS
1. cow pumpkin
We’re starting off strong with this adorable cow-painted pumpkin. This is a very easy design to recreate, so it’s perfect for beginners and kids.
2. burn book
I think almost everyone has watched Mean Girls at this point, but if you haven’t, you are seriously missing out.
The burn book is iconic for a reason, so you cannot go wrong with this burn book themed pumpkin. All you need are pink, white, and black acrylic paints.
3. Friends theme
Friends is my absolute favorite comfort show. I love the friendships, the relationships, the drama, the found family, and everything in between.
If you love Friends as much as I do, then you should definitely recreate this Friends-themed painted pumpkin. Even the kids can recreate this one.
4. spooky skull painted pumpkin
Nothing says it’s Halloween like a spooky skull-painted pumpkin. You just need white and black acrylic paint for this, with a few different paint brushes. Try to make this as scary as you can.
I think you can really emphasize the scare factor with the eyes.
5. Ninja Turtles
Looking for an easy pumpkin painting design to recreate? These ninja turtles are calling your name! They are just the cutest little pumpkins.
You’ll need blue, red, green, white, and black acrylic paints. I know the kids are also going to love making this.
6. honey pot pumpkin
How cute is this? Looks like Winnie the Pooh couldn’t stay away from the honey pot, haha! Make the honey pot by painting a pumpkin with brown and yellow paints.
Then attach a plushie of Winnie the Pooh face down on top of the honey pot. You can even go an extra mile and add some adorable bees.
7. Mike Wazowski pumpkin
Who doesn’t love Mike Wazowski from Monsters inc? You just need 4 different acrylic paints for this. This is also very beginner-friendly since all you’re really doing is making circles.
Paint the entirety of the pumpkin green first, and then go from there.
8. spongebob pumpkin
Is it just me, or does Spongebob look even more adorable when painted onto a pumpkin? Start by painting the entire pumpkin a yellow color. Then paint on the eyes, nose, and mouth.
Complete the look by adding the pores and freckles on each side.
9. Daisy Duck Pumpkin
Daisy Duck is a diva and deserves a painted pumpkin, lol! Start by painting the pumpkin white. Paint the eyes and her gorgeous eyelashes.
Use bright pink paint for the eyeshadow because she’s a queen! Then, complete the look by painting the beak.
10. sonic pumpkin
I used to love Sonic the Hedgehog when I was younger, mostly because my brother loved him, lol! Start by painting the pumpkin a dark blue color. Painting the eyes and mouth is fairly easy.
You can also make the ears with some construction paper. Make sure to match the colors so it doesn’t look off.
11. popcorn theme pumpkin
If you really want your pumpkin to stand out, then you have to recreate this popcorn theme pumpkin. It is just so cute and creative. It’s definitely going to get some compliments.
Start py painting red and white strips all around. Then print a “popcorn” logo and glue that on the front.
Finish it off by attaching some popcorn on the top and on the tray you’re placing the pumpkin.
12. gumball machine pumpkin
This may look like it’s really hard to recreate, but it’s actually not hard at all. All you need to do is paint circles with lots of different colors to make it pop.
Then attach the pumpkin to a painted planter. That’s basically it. Just add some details to the planter to make it look more realistic.
13. ghostbusters pumpkin
Are you a fan of Ghostbusters? If so, you have to recreate this amazing painted pumpkin this year. Use green paint to make the dripping slime, and use red, white, and black to paint on the logo.
14. Harry Potter pumpkin
Am I just crazy, or does this look exactly like Harry Potter, haha? Well, I guess not exactly, but they do have some similarities. Start by painting the eyes and the big, round glasses.
Use red and yellow paint for the tie and add a little bit of hair on the top.
15. M&M’s pumpkins
M&M’s are one of my favorite sweet treats, but they look adorable when painted onto a pumpkin. You can make them any color you want.
Make them have different expressions by changing their eyes and mouths. Don’t forget to add an “M” logo.
16. cheeseburger pumpkin
I don’t even like burgers, but this is making me want to eat one right now, lol! I mean, how good does this look? Recreate this painted pumpkin by painting on the ingredients.
Include lettuce, tomatoes, burger meat, and don’t forget to add some sesame seeds on top.
17. ice cream cone pumpkin
I have never seen an ice cream cone look so good. You will need a bunch of different colors for the sprinkles, but it is well worth the effort.
First, paint the pumpkin in a pink shade or whatever color you want. Then add the “frosting” with white paint. Don’t forget the cone for the stem.
18. cactus pumpkin
This cactus is just too adorable not to recreate. You will need a couple of different shades of green, along with a pink and black acrylic paint. Add some pearl pins all over to make it even cuter.
19. minion pumpkin
I mean, who doesn’t love the Minions? They are just the cutest little things ever. This minion pumpkin is sure to be a hit every year. Paint the entire pumpkin yellow first and then add their goggles.
Don’t forget to finish it off by painting on their famous blue overalls.
20 shawty a lil batty
Literally everyone knows and loves this song. Plus, the lyrics are just perfect for Halloween. On one of the pumpkins write “shawty a lil batty” and on the other one write “she my lil boo thang”.
Make sure to change the spelling a bit so it fits into the Halloween theme.
21. simple pumpkin idea
Are you looking for a really easy pumpkin painting idea? Then this one’s for you! Start off by painting the pumpkin in a white or orange color.
You can also just leave it as is. Then make tiny ghosts or cute pumpkins all over.
22. spa day pumpkin
As you can see, life is so tiring that even Mrs. Pumpkin needs a spa day every now and then. Use a light green or blue paint for the face mask.
Paint on a pair of lips with a light pink color and draw on some pretty eyelashes with black paint. Finish the look by adding a towel on top.
23. scarecrow pumpkin
Scare away the birds with this amazing scarecrow pumpkin. You just need a few different paint colors and about 30 minutes of your time.
You can even have the kids recreate this one; it is that easy.
24. tangled theme pumpkin
The Tangled lantern scene is my absolute favorite! It is just so romantic, and the floating lanterns are so beautiful. Recreate the scenery with just a few simple supplies.
Make Finn and Rapunzel’s silhouette with black or grey paint. Paint the night sky and use yellow paint to draw on the lanterns.
25. pumpkin spiced latte
Fall is the season for all things pumpkin-spiced, and that includes recreating this amazing pumpkin-spiced latte pumpkin. Paint half of the pumpkin white and glue on the Starbucks logo.
Then glue cotton balls on top to make the foam, and sprinkle some cinnamon. Paint an empty paper towel roll green to make the straw, and make a cardboard cutout for the cup handle.
26. The Lorax pumpkin
If you are looking for something you can recreate super last-minute, then this is the one for you. This shouldn’t take you more than 10 minutes.
You just need three acrylic paint colors and a paintbrush.
27. baseball pumpkin
Any baseball fans here? If you are a fan of baseball, then recreate this baseball-painted pumpkin. It is very beginner-friendly and will definitely stand out. You need white, black, and red paint for this.
28. neutral pumpkin
Want to paint a pumpkin but don’t like bright colors? No problem, recreate this super cute neutral painted pumpkin.
You’ll want to first paint the entire thing in a beige or light brown color. Then just draw tiny ghosts all over with white paint.
29. minnie mouse pumpkin
Minnie Mouse is just the cutest, even in pumpkin form. Paint the top half black and the bottom half red.
Use white paint to make circles all over the red to create her adorable dress. Make her ears with cardstock and add a little red bow to complete the look.
30. skeleton bath
Looks like Mr. Skelton is just chillin in the tub, lol! I know this is supposed to be no carve, but I couldn’t help myself. This is just too cute.
You can just buy a white plastic pumpkin and cut off the top instead of a real one. It’s much easier to “carve”, and it’ll last longer.
Add some ice and water inside and place Mr. Skeleton in there with a bottle of bub.
31. hot air balloon pumpkin
Have a little fun with your pumpkin and recreate this awesome hot air balloon. You will need a lot of different paint for this, but the final result is well worth the effort.
All you have to do is make stripes and place the pumpkin on a mini basket with a stand. Add a little LED tealight to complete the look.
32. Gary the snail
This may just be my favorite pumpkin painting idea on this list. I mean, how adorable is this? It is also very creative, so if you’re trying to win that award, recreate this one.
33. charlie brown pumpkin
This pumpkin painting idea uses two pumpkins, but look how amazing this turned out. You only need two paint colors for this: black and yellow.
This is one of the easiest pumpkin painting ideas on this list.
34. Monsters Inc. pumpkin
Talk about talent! The characters on this pumpkin look exactly like they do on the show. I am obsessed! This is going to take more time and effort, but the end result is totally worth it.
Plus, this one is going to win you the best pumpkin painting contest.
35. Kool-Aid pumpkin
How cute is this? This Kool-Aid Man looks amazing and is very easy to recreate! Paint the entire pumpkin bright red, then add the eyes, nose, and mouth with black paint.
Put some fake ice on top to complete the look.
36. Sully Pumpkin
This Sully pumpkin is amazing! If you are a fan of Monsters Inc, definitely recreate this one!
You don’t have to be a pro to recreate this, just take your time and watch how awesome it looks when you’re finished.
37. simple pumpkin
If you don’t want anything too complicated and want something that’s easy to recreate and simple, then this one’s for you. Paint the pumpkin blue first, then just make cutie little ghosts all over.
38. emojis pumpkin
Last but definitely not least, we have these adorable emojis, pumpkin. You’ll want to paint the pumpkin yellow first, then add the expression with black paint.
You can also make cutouts with construction paper and glue them on.
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