Looking for a fun and easy Halloween craft? Try this delightful paper plate pumpkin craft! Perfect for kids and adults alike, this simple project transforms ordinary household items into a charming autumn decoration. This Halloween craft is not only budget-friendly but also allows for plenty of creativity. Whether you’re decorating for a Halloween party, looking for a classroom activity, or just wanting to add a festive touch to your home, this paper plate pumpkin craft is sure to bring smiles and a touch of spooky fun to your space.
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Materials Needed:
- Paper plate
- Orange crayon (or marker or paint)
- Brown construction paper
- Green construction paper
- Black construction paper
- Glue
- Scissors
Steps:
- Prepare the pumpkin base:
- Take your paper plate and color it entirely orange using a crayon, marker, or paint.
- Allow it to dry if using paint.
- Make the face:
- From the black construction paper, cut out:
- Two triangles for the eyes
- One triangle for the nose
- A crescent shape for the mouth (or individual teeth for a jack-o’-lantern smile)
- Arrange these pieces on the orange paper plate to form a face.
- Once you’re happy with the placement, glue them down.
- From the black construction paper, cut out:
- Create the stem:
- Cut a small rectangle (about 2 inches long and 1 inch wide) from the brown construction paper.
- Roll it into a cylinder shape and secure it with glue.
- Once dry, attach it to the top center of your orange paper plate using glue.
- Add leaves:
- Cut 2-3 leaf shapes from the green construction paper strips.
- Glue these leaves next to the stem of your pumpkin.
- Optional: Add details
- If desired, use the orange crayon or marker to draw curved lines from the stem to the bottom of the plate to mimic a pumpkin’s natural ridges.
- If desired, use the orange crayon or marker to draw curved lines from the stem to the bottom of the plate to mimic a pumpkin’s natural ridges.