, Fall, Seasonal Decor
Hey friends! I did a little-painted pumpkin project last week that turned out so well I just had to share! Using chalk paint completely transformed my cheap dollar store faux pumpkins into pretty pumpkins that can be displayed all fall!
If you walkinto any dollar store, big box, or a craft store you're bound to see some faux pumpkins.Today I'm showing you how you can jazz up these inexpensive pumpkins with a little bit of paint and Rub 'n Buff!
PAINTED PUMPKINS
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Supplies:
- Small fake pumpkins
- Chalk paint in your preferredcolor {I got mine at Walmart}
- Small paint brush
- Rub 'n Buff
I gave my pumpkins two coats of chalk paint. Letting the first coat dry completely before applying the second coat.
I love natural-hued pumpkins so I decided to go with white, asoft blue, and green color. However, you can choose any color your little heart desires.
The reason I love chalk paint for this project is the chalk paint give the pumpkins some texture which makes it look more realistic.
Next, I gave the stems a little bling by using my fingers {you can also use a Q-tip if you like} to apply some Rub 'n Buff.
Keep in mind a little goes a long way when it comes to Rub 'n Buff, so all you need is a tiny dab for each pumpkin stem.
The gold stems give these painted pumpkinsanextra special touch. Plus cover up any paint you have gotten on the stems.
I just love how they turned out and that I can use them up through Thanksgiving!
What DIY projects do you plan to work on this fall?
Thank you for visiting! See you next time!
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Carole says
I have never seen any type of pumpkin at the Dollatpr Tree/Store other than the styrofoam. I tried painting a couple last year, and they looked like painted styrofoam. I've painted for years, so am not new to it, but I'd certainly love to know how so many people get these pumpkins to look decent.
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Linda P. says
Carole, have you tried looking at the craft stores? There are many different tutorials out there with different techniques so maybe try searching Pinterest and see if any out there works for you.
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Laura says
Your painted pumpkins are so cute, i love these colors, fresh and bright.
Halloween is coming and i will try to paint some pumpkins with different colors, hope they will be good as you did.Reply
Ana says
The first thing coming to my mind when seeing your post is WOW. I'm sure those lovely items will be great choice for decoration in any season. By the way, the colors you choose are quite sweet. I love them so much.
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Linda P. says
Hi Anna! Thank you so much for your nice comments, glad that you like them! ?
Linda Primmer says
Such pretty little pumpkins. Love the colors and what a bargain from the dollar store. Thanks for the tips.
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Linda P. says
Thank you Linda! The dollar store is one of my favorite places for small craft items!
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Pili says
Love the colors you chose, and the golden stem is so pretty!! Thanks for sharing with us, enjoy the rest of the week!
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Linda P. says
Thank you Pili! Always happy to party with you!
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Alan C. Brown says
Woww, your painted pumpkins are so so beautiful. Blue and white are always my favourite colors and you definitely inspire me to try to make up some pumpkins for my kids. Thanks for sharing!
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Linda P. says
Alan, this is a perfect project to do with the kids! The great thing is you can make them any color you want, but I do have a fondness for blue and white! ?
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Kimclark says
These are unique pumpkins, that;s a great idea. Thanks for sharing step by step the instruction and I save it to make for my family.
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Jenn @ Loveland Lodge says
Love this! Off to the dollar store to buy some pumpkins!
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Linda P. says
Thank you Jenn! Yes go get some! ?
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Tamar says
I love these pumpkins, its unique idea, i know i can do it for this christmas. Cute project
thanks for detail guideReply
Linda P. says
You're so welcome Tamar!
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Barb says
Linda,
I love your aqua decor for fall. I just started using teal/aqua in my living room and this will be ideal. I have tons of the DT fall items. Love the way you have your mini pumpkins perched on candlesticks. Thanks for the inspiration!Reply
Linda P. says
Barb, I don't think I ever met a shade of blue I didn't love! That's what's great about these pumpkins is you can make them any color you want to match your decor!
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Liz @ Infuse With Liz says
Love the way these turned out. I haven't done anything with chalk paint. It's nice to know you can get it in a smal crafting size. The gold added just the right touch! Rub 'n Buff is a great product. I've used it to touch things up through the years and add accents. Cute project!
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Linda P. says
I just love Rub 'n Buff! This was actually my first time using chalk paint, and I was also glad they came in small crafts size too! Thanks for stopping by Liz.
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Kevin E. Brown says
Linda, it's true that you have talented for coloring. those photos are really really great. I don't think I can do as well as you but thanks a lot for sharing 🙂
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Linda P. says
Thanks so much! Trust me if I can do it, so can you! That's the great thing about doing DIY's you can always put your own spin on it!
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Carol, The Red Painted Cottage says
I love your pumpkins and wreath. I've never used rub n buff, but I've heard great things about it. Guess I'm going to have to buy some.
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Linda P. says
Carol, I love Rub 'n Buff! I've made over quite a few pieces with it. The mirror that's in my entryway is the best example.
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debbie says
Love this idea and I know I can do it. I was considering how to make my coastal decor in my lower level look fall when everything is aqua and soft. This would be a great solution! Really great idea and instruction.
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Sam @ Raggedy Bits says
These punkins turned out so fabulous! I love the colour that you chose! Just beautiful!
Thank you for sharing your project over at Waste Not Wednesday! 🙂
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Chelsea says
These turned out crazy cute, Linda! I painted a few but I went the lazy way and sprayed them all white. Wish I would have went for a soft blue like this! So pretty!
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Linda P. says
Thank you Chelsea! Spray paint works too! ??
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Debrashoppeno5 says
The pumpkins are beautiful. I especially like the light blue ones. Who says pumpkins have to be orange? Yours are great looking.
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Linda P. says
Debra, thank you so much! I love orange pumpkins too, but it is nice to be able to customize the colors to go with my decor!
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Mary-the boondocks blog says
Linda I am loving these soft pastel colors you have chosen for the pumpkins. They bring a light and airy feeling to fall.
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Linda P. says
Thank you Mary! I love the soft colors too! ?
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Alaya says
These are beautifull Linda! What a great idea to paint those little pumpkins!
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Linda P. says
Thanks Alaya! It was so easy to do.
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Susanne says
I love these pumpkins Linda!!! I want white pumpkins for my mantle this year and haven't been able to find any small ones...I never thought about painting the ones I have, genius!!! Oh, and I love your printables, I downloaded them!! Thank you for sharing at TaDa Thursday!!
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Linda P. says
Susanne, I love the option to customize the pumpkins with any color I want with paint! I hope you try it out. It really was an easy project. Yay!!! I'm glad you like the printable's! Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment. ☺️
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Carli says
Lindaaaa! These are the prettiest Dollar Store Pumpkins I've ever seen! Gorgeous photos too!
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Linda P. says
Thank you Carli! ?
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