We have gathered a fun collection of pumpkin crafts for kids that are quick and easy to make. They are fun for kids of all ages!
Fall is just around the corner, which means it’s time for all things pumpkin, including pumpkin crafts for kids. We know kids don’t have the longest attention span, so we put together a collection of quick and easy pumpkin crafts that kids of all ages will enjoy making.
They are also affordable, with most supplies being found at the local dollar store, or even in your own home.
So clear off the dining room table, lay out some scrap paper and let the crafting begin!
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21 Quick & Easy Pumpkin Crafts For Kids To Make
If you are looking for a fun fall activity to do with the kids, pumpkin crafts are the perfect idea! They are quick and easy and don't require a lot of skills to create.
Let the kids have fun with it. And with 21 simple and creative pumpkin crafts gathered here, you have a ton of inspiration to make with your family.
We made sure to include ideas for toddlers too, so no age is left out. Enjoy!
Forky from Toy Story is a favorite kids character, so you can imagine how much fun they will have creating their very own Forky pumpkin! It's the perfect pumpkin craft for Halloween. How cute would this be nestled on their nightstand where they can see it before bed each night?
Simply pick up a white foam pumpkin and a few inexpensive craft supplies and let the fun begin! You can easily use white glue rather than a hot glue gun to make it kid-friendly.
Wood slice crafts are fun and inexpensive to make. The great thing about using a wood slice, is it's double-sided so the kids can paint a pumpkin on one side, and a snowman on the other! You can even use chalkboard paint on the wood slice and tie a piece of chalk to the pumpkin stem.
The kids will love to write their name, or make it for Mom and Dad. They can also erase it and reuse it. It's a great way for younger kids to practice their letters too!
These no-sew DIY yarn wrapped pumpkins are an easy fall craft that you can have fun making with the kids. You could take them to find sticks in the yard first to use as their pumpkin stem.
No hot glue is needed. This is a great project to make on a rainy day. You can even find yarn at thrift stores or at some dollar stores.
We all know know how popular Disney princess' are. This DIY Sleeping Beauty pumpkin will be a hit with any Disney fan. You can easily find pre-made crowns at the dollar store, or craft store.
This couldn't be any easier to make with self-stick rhinestones and pretty pink paint. You could even add pink tulle for a tutu if you wanted to get extra fancy!
No Halloween is complete without a paper plate pumpkin! Who else remembers making paper plate crafts in school? The kids will have a blast putting their own personal touch on a yarn-wrapped pumpkin. This would be so fun as a Saturday afternoon craft, or idea for a fall birthday party activity with a few of your child's friends. It's easy and inexpensive.
Stitch from Disney's Lilo and Stitch is a beloved Disney character. It's so easy to make a sweet Stitch pumpkin, but will need adult assistance.
You can cut out the silhouette just using a print out on copy paper and let the kids paint the classic blue stitch color around it, as well as the stem. The lighted pumpkin placed inside would be adorable in their window, or on their nightstand.
Pumpkins come in all shapes and sizes. The kids will get such a kick out of making pumpkin crafts out of walnuts! They can paint them until their hearts are content and add a cute hat. I could see these being used to make a witch's hat too.
They are budget-friendly and the kids could make up an entire pumpkin family! What a cute little gift they could give to their friends for Halloween too. This is such a creative idea.
Not only are these pumpkin crafts absolutely adorable, but they also help kids with fine motor skills. Any time you can combine play time and learning time, it is a win! All you need is a few simple craft supplies that you may already have in your art closet.
Or you could easily find them at a dollar store for cheap. This is such a fun rainy afternoon craft that kids of all ages will enjoy making.
We all know how much kids love legos. But have you ever seen them used for painting pumpkins? This simple DIY tutorial will show you how easy it is to let the kids use their legos in a completely new and fun way!
The paint can be washed off after so the lego is still useful for play time. This same idea can be used to paint other fall and Halloween crafts.
We love this idea to create an entire family of pumpkin mummies! Kids can create one pumpkin craft to represent each member of their family, even the pets.
Grab a few pumpkins and some inexpensive gauze and let the kids use their imagination. Don't forget the googly eyes.
Those are always a kid favorite craft item. You should be able to find these simple supplies at the dollar store.
Repurposing household items to craft is always a great idea. It's basically free and will show kids to think outside the box and really get creative.
How fun is this idea of using water bottle caps to stamp pumpkins? It's easy enough for toddlers to do with adult supervision and all you need is craft paint and paper.
Make the cutest pumpkins out of toilet paper rolls. These would be great to hang with string as lanterns for a Halloween party, or just for the kids to enjoy creating.
It's also a great way to talk about recycling and so inexpensive to make. Perfect for kids of all ages.
This fall pumpkin craft is an easy and fun activity that provides a great way for kids to explore textures while creating art!
You just need crayon rubbings and paper to make these pumpkins. The kids can hang them up on the refrigerator after to proudly display their art work.
These adorable sock pumpkin crafts will be a hit with kids of all ages! The best part is they are a no-sew project.
It’s an easy project with only minimal supplies needed. You can even check out thrift stores for inexpensive orange socks. The kids can help you find sticks to use as the stems.
Welcome the fall season by making a pumpkin suncatcher with the kids. It's easy enough that toddlers can make it as well.
They can hang their finished creation in their bedroom window, or display it in the kitchen so they can show friends and family. You may already have the supplies in your craft closet.
We all remember how popoular scratch 'n sniff crafts are, so this Kool-aid pumpkin cactivity is sure to be a hit with the kiddos!
They can use their favorite scented Kool-aid to make their pumpkin unique. This is such a creative idea that the kids are sure to love!
This kid friendly pumpkin craft is not only adorable, but it can be made using supplies from Dollar Tree!
This craft is super easy and fun for all ages, but the adults will like it too, as it is so cute. You may even have some terra cotta pots left over from summer planting.
Toilet paper pumpkin crafts are a great art project for the fall season and Halloween that won’t break the bank!
It’s one of the easiest fall crafts you can make and the kids will have a blast creating their own pumpkin.
How adorable are these chalkboard pumpkin crafts? While this tutorial uses a stencil, you can make it even easier by just having the kids use a piece of chalk to write their name or teacher's name, as a sweet Halloween gift.
Pick up a few dollar store foam pumpkins and some chalkboard paint and let the kids run with it!
Wrapping Up
With all these adorable pumpkin crafts to choose from, you have plenty of inspiration to enjoy a crafternoon with the kiddos. I could see several of theses ideas being used as a fall gift idea for the grandparents too!
Do you have a favorite pumpkin craft that you plan to make with your kids this fall season?
