Something spooky this way comes! Halloween is right around the corner, and we’re ready to get in the spirit with two wickedly fun painting crafts that will be sure to delight (but not fright). 👻
Puffy Paint Pumpkins
You can’t have Halloween without pumpkins! This homemade paint craft combines hands-on sensory play with fall magic. Let your little ones create their own unique masterpiece.
What You Need
🪒 1 cup foaming shaving cream
✏️ ¾ cup school glue
🟠 Orange food coloring
🥣 Bowl or dish (like our Silicone Grip Tray)
🎃 Pumpkin template printed on paper (download here)
🖌️ Paint brush
🍂 Cinnamon sticks (for the stem of the pumpkin)
✂️ Scissors
📄 Construction paper
Instructions
In a bowl or dish, mix the shaving cream, glue, and a few drops of orange food coloring until blended.
Using the paintbrush, paint your pumpkin orange.
Dot Marker Gem Painting
If you’re looking for a craft that doesn’t require much setup or cleanup, dot marker gem painting is the craft for you! No brushes or trays to clean, just dot markers and paper—a different way to paint that keeps kids engaged.
What You Need
🖍️ Dot markers
💎 Gem templates printed on paper (download here)
Instructions
Get your gems and dot markers ready, then start creating!
Pro Tip: Bumkins’ Jack Skellington Sleeved Bib and Bumkins’ Zelda™ Sleeved Bib will not only get your little ones in character, but also keep their clothes from getting messy while they paint!
Don’t forget to share your spooky creations with us by tagging @bumkinsbaby on Instagram!
