Easy DIY Ghost Pumpkins

1 min read September 13, 2026 Michelle Stewart
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Are you excited for Halloween? I sure am! I love everything about Halloween; the candy, the costumes and most of all the fun decorations!Are you looking for a fun Jack-O-Lantern alternative this Halloween? Create this adorable Ghost Pumpkin with a bit of paint and a lot of fun. This no-carve Halloween decoration is perfect for any Spooktacular Boo Bash, both indoors or out! How cute would this be on your Halloween Mantel or on your Halloween Porch?

 

Project Time
10 to 20 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Apply an even coat of spray paint to the entire pumpkin. Always spray paint outdoors and make sure to protect your surfaces. Let dry and apply a second coat if needed.

Easy DIY Ghost Pumpkins step 1
Step
2

Once dry, with an Angle Paint Brush and Black Acrylic Paint, paint two oval shaped eyes. These do not need to be perfectly symmetrical. In fact, it adds character if they are not perfect!

Easy DIY Ghost Pumpkins step 2
Step
3

Next, paint on a goofy smile and let dry.

Easy DIY Ghost Pumpkins step 3
Step
4

Be sure to check out all the other fun details from our Spooktacular Boo Bash including a DIY Ghost GarlandBoo Table Runner, Ghost Brownies and Spooktacular Boo Bash Party Games!

Happy Haunting!

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