Description
Create enchanting glow-in-the-dark pumpkins for a spooky touch to your Halloween festivities. This fun DIY project is great for families and friends!
Ingredients
- Orange pumpkins
- Glow-in-the-dark paint or glow sticks
- Paintbrush (if using paint)
- Black marker or pen
- Craft knife or pumpkin carving kit (optional)
- Bowl (for pumpkin guts)
- Tealight candle or LED tea light for illumination
Instructions
- Choose Your Pumpkin: Select the size and shape you prefer.
- Clean the Pumpkin: Wash the exterior to remove dirt.
- Cut the Top Off: Use a craft knife to create an opening at the top.
- Scoop Out Seeds and Guts: Use a spoon to remove pumpkin seeds and stringy insides to create space for your glow source.
- Sketch Your Design: Use a black marker to outline your design on the pumpkin.
- Carve (Optional): If desired, cut out your design with a pumpkin carving kit.
- Apply the Glow-in-the-Dark Effect: If using paint, apply a generous coating inside the pumpkin and on the cut-out areas. Alternatively, break glow sticks and pour the contents inside the pumpkin for a different effect.
- Add Light Source: Place a tealight candle or LED tea light in the bottom.
- Replace the Top: Put the lid back on, securing it for a complete look.
Notes
Customize your pumpkins with different colors and add glitter for extra sparkle! Use LED lights for safety if placing outside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: DIY Project
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pumpkin
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg