No-Carve Phase of the Moon Pumpkins

3 min read September 14, 2026 Natalie Mayhew
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It's no secret that witches love the moon and knowing how to harness the power of each moon phase can amplify their powers, making for some amazing love spells. These stunning, dark & moody pumpkins inspired by the phases of the moon will leave Halloween brides absolutely spellbound. Dark blood-red blooms represent the moons phases and scream Halloween wedding chic. Grouping the pumpkins together sets the tone for a one of a kind Halloween wedding celebration .

Download the free printable to create these no-carve phases of the moon here

Project Time
50 to 60 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

First spray paint two Foam Orange Pumpkin Halloween Decorations and two White Craft Pumpkins black. Two coats are required to give the pumpkins a deep, glossy look.

No-Carve Phase of the Moon Pumpkins step 1
Step
2

Before the 2nd coat dries blow a small amount of Gold Glitter over the pumpkins to give the appearance of magic dust.

No-Carve Phase of the Moon Pumpkins step 2
Step
3

Use a gold paint pen to write "Spellbound" on one of the pumpkins.  Print the free "spellbound" template here. Turn the paper face down and scribble over the back with chalk. Place the paper chalk side down on the pumpkin and trace the outline of the word onto the pumpkin using a pencil. Next, write over the chalk outline with the gold pen.

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Step
4

Next, download and print the FREE Phase of the Moon templates HERE.

Cut out the moon shapes and place these on the 3 remaining pumpkins. Use the paper shapes as guides to poke holes into the pumpkins.

Use Bamboo Skewers to make the hole's approx 1/2" from the edge of the shape, moving in towards the center of the shape.

No-Carve Phase of the Moon Pumpkins step 4 part 1
No-Carve Phase of the Moon Pumpkins step 4 part 2
Step
5

Next, spray paint a Pink Hydrangea Mat burgundy or deep red. Then remove the blooms from the mat.

No-Carve Phase of the Moon Pumpkins step 5 part 1
No-Carve Phase of the Moon Pumpkins step 5 part 2
Step
6

Next, push the hydrangea blooms into the holes in the pumpkins to create the moon shapes. Secure in place with hot glue where required.

Tip: If necessary, trim petals and adjust the position of the blooms or holes to get a clean edge.


No-Carve Phase of the Moon Pumpkins step 6
Step
7

Once each of the 3 floral pumpkins are complete place these and the spellbound pumpkin onto the Gold Buffet Riser Set at varying heights. Use the phase of the moon pumpkins as a backdrop to the favor table, the cake or as a centerpiece on reception tables.

For more Halloween wedding ideas and inspiration be sure to check out my All Hallow's Eve Wedding, DIY Spell Box Favor and Love Potion Wedding Bar Sign

No-Carve Phase of the Moon Pumpkins step 7

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