Autumn is the season of crisp leaves, cosy jumpers, and of course — pumpkins! Whether you’re carving them, crafting with them, or baking pumpkin-shaped treats, there’s no shortage of family fun to be had with this iconic autumn symbol.
This pumpkin hub brings together all of our favourite pumpkin crafts, printables, and activities for kids and families. Perfect for Halloween, autumn weekends, or half-term projects, these ideas are easy, budget-friendly, and guaranteed to get everyone in the seasonal spirit.
🍂 Pumpkin Crafts for Kids
🎨 Glue Resist Art Project for Kids (Pumpkin)
Our Glue Resist Pumpkin Art Project is a huge reader favourite with over 40,000 views last year! Kids love the magical reveal when the paint washes over the glue designs.
🧵 Easy DIY Fabric Pumpkins
Turn scraps of fabric into adorable little pumpkins — no carving required! These make gorgeous autumn decorations or table centrepieces.
🧶 Pom-Pom Pumpkin Garland
Brighten up your autumn décor with a garland of fluffy pom-pom pumpkins. A great craft for older children who enjoy a bit of yarn work.
🧵 Yarn Wrapped Pumpkin Lanterns
These simple yarn-wrapped lanterns look beautiful glowing at night and make a brilliant Halloween craft alternative to carving.
👉 Yarn Wrapped Pumpkin Lanterns
🎨 Pumpkin Paper Plate Lacing Craft
A fun way to combine fine motor skills and seasonal crafting — children can practise threading and lacing while making cheerful pumpkins.
👉 Pumpkin Paper Plate Lacing Craft
🎨 Pumpkin Paper Plate Weaving
This weaving craft turns a simple paper plate into a striking pumpkin pattern. Perfect for practising patience and concentration.
👩🍳 Pumpkin Playdough
Bring sensory fun into the season with homemade pumpkin playdough. It’s soft, smells divine, and provides hours of imaginative play.
🖍️ Free Pumpkin Printables
- Pumpkin Outlines Template – Perfect for colouring, cutting, or tracing. 👉 Download Pumpkin Outlines
- Autumn Leaves & Pumpkin Template Pack – Mix and match leaves and pumpkins for seasonal displays. 👉 Autumn Leaves Template
- Pumpkin Colouring Pages for Kids – Simple outlines for younger children, and more detailed designs for older kids. 👉 Pumpkin Colouring Pages
🎃 Pumpkin Art & STEM Projects
- 30 Festive Pumpkin Art Projects for Kids – A bumper roundup of creative pumpkin ideas, from painting and collage to mixed-media projects. 👉 See 30 Pumpkin Art Projects
🍪 Pumpkin in the Kitchen
Pumpkins aren’t just for carving! Get the kids into the kitchen with these pumpkin-inspired recipes:
- Cooking with Children – Halloween Cakes and Biscuits – Fun, spooky bakes to enjoy around pumpkin season. 👉 Bake Halloween Cakes and Biscuits
🧡 Why We Love Pumpkin Crafts
Pumpkins are wonderfully versatile:
- They make fantastic canvas art projects (paint, glue, or resist techniques).
- They are instantly seasonal, linking to both Halloween and harvest themes.
- They offer a multi-age activity range, from toddler sensory play to teen DIY home décor.
By bringing all our pumpkin content together, you now have a one-stop hub for your family’s autumn fun.
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