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You are here: Home / Crafts / Black & White Halloween Pumpkins for The Great Pumpkin Challenge

Black & White Halloween Pumpkins for The Great Pumpkin Challenge

14 · Sep 4, 2013 · 15 Comments

The Great Pumpkin Challenge brought to you by Michaels Craft Stores // I CAN"T WAIT FOR FALL!! I've thoroughly enjoyed summer, ate it up really but, I'm over the heat and the bugs and I'm ready for those cool crisp fall days. More than anything I'm ready to start decorating for fall and all the fun holidays that come with the cool temperatures. Not too long ago, Michaels sent me some of their famous pumpkins and invited me to participate in The Great Pumpkin Challenge and this is what I came up with…

WhipperBerry Halloween Pumpkins from Michaels

A classic black & white Halloween display. As much as I love color, there is just something stunning about black & white when it comes to Halloween. Here's a breakdown of each pumpkin…

ribbon pumpkin from Michaels

This one is just a simple decorative ribbon that I found at Michaels and wrapped it using small t-pins to secure the ribbon at the top and bottom of the pumpkin. Super easy!!

Clock pumpkin with DecoArt Patio Paint and Mixed Media Stencil

Love, love, love this one that I stenciled using Black DecoArt Patio Paint and their Mixed Media Stencils. This one was a little more challenging. I pinned the stencil to the pumpkin and then carefully laid each section of the stencil down onto the pumpkin using my finger to press each section down.  Going section by section, I used a makeup sponge as a pouncer and carefully went around the clock, making sure not to overload the pouncer and it turned out great.  Slow & steady wins the race on this one.

how to stencil on a pumpkin

I also painted an orange pumpkin black with the Patio Paint. This stuff is amazing!! This was ONE coat…

pumpking with DecoArt Patio Paint

I'm going to be using that paint a whole lot more now that I know how amazing it is.

polka dot pumpkin from Michaels

For my polka dot pumpkin I used the DecoArt Patio Paint again, on the inside of the pumpkin and then a Hot Knife from Micheals to cut out the polka dots. That tool is a must when it comes to working with this type of pumpkin. It cuts like butter!!

ribbon pumpkins

These two are just wrapped in ribbon with a couple of cute bows. For these I used t-pins and a couple of glue dots to secure the ribbon in place. Again, super easy.

What's your favorite way to dress up your pumpkins for Fall or for Halloween? Michaels is hosting a fun Great Pumpkin event on October 5th from 1:00-3:00. For $6 your kiddos can design their very own pumpkin and there will be a face painter on hand for even more festive fun.

A little intimidated to carve you own pumpkin? Not to worry, Michaels is also offering professional carving services at their store. You can choose from 25 designs and then personalize them as well. Prices start at $19.99 and if you want it by Halloween, you need to place your order by October 13th.

So… What are you going to create for The Great Pumpkin challenge this year? Take some photos and tag me on Instagram or Facebook so I can see what you create!

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  1. The Refeathered Roost says

    September 5, 2013 at 4:57 am

    Love this! Such an elegant display of black and white. Well done!

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  2. Lolly Jane says

    September 5, 2013 at 8:38 am

    Love these, Heather. So classy!

    xo

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  3. TAMMY says

    September 5, 2013 at 8:13 pm

    I love this … I want to do black and white for Halloween and now you have totally convinced me to do just that!  Thank you for the inspiration!

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  4. amber whitehead says

    September 18, 2013 at 11:43 am

    Love them. 

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  5. Amanda says

    September 18, 2013 at 3:57 pm

    Hey Heather 🙂 I featured this on my Facebook page and people are asking what type of pumpkins they are, especially the one with the holes. Are these those foam type pumpkins that Michaels sells? Here's the link if you'd like to answer in the comments or just email me and I will do it! 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153278637925217&set=a.353593675216.349539.323548680216&type=1

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  6. Alexis @ Persia Lou says

    September 19, 2013 at 10:01 pm

    LOVE these

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  7. Shannon @ Fox Hollow Cottage says

    September 24, 2013 at 9:55 am

    Just ran across these on Pinterest and had to come look closer. They are so darling. The simple black velvet ribbon is perfection. Love the elegant b&w. So, so pretty!!!!!

    (pinned. of course!!)

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