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This mini pumpkin crafts is something that can be done by kids with a little help from an adult, in particular help will probably be necessary in cutting apart the egg carton. As pumpkins the can be used as decorations for Halloween and/or Thanksgiving. As Jack-o-lanterns they are more appropriate for just Halloween. They are especially great table decorations.
Orange and Yellow Paint
Pipe Cleaners (brown or green)
Rice, unpopped popcorn, or other small thing to weigh down bottom
Tacky Glue
Supplies:
Egg CartonOrange and Yellow Paint
Pipe Cleaners (brown or green)
Rice, unpopped popcorn, or other small thing to weigh down bottom
Tacky Glue
Directions
1. Spread newspaper to protect work surface. Cut the individual egg carton cups apart. You will need two cups per pumpkin you want to make.
2. Paint the cups you are using orange and let dry before continuing.
4. Add a stem by inserting a pipe cleaner into the top and cut to desired length.
5. You are finished if you just want a pumpkin. However, if you want a jack-o-lantern you can paint desired face with yellow paint.
Guide created: 10/13/06 (updated 06/25/08)
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