We headed to the pumpkin patch this past weekend on the hunt for the perfect pumpkins. Each year what constitutes the “perfect” pumpkin changes for my girls. Some years they want the largest one I’ll allow, other years it’s one with no bruises, and still others it’s the pumpkin covered in warts. This year it’s all about the pretty pumpkins because all the pretty pumpkin ideas for Halloween have me excited about trying a pretty pumpkin this year.
As the kids frolicked from pumpkin to pumpkin, inspecting and assessing, I was doing the same thing. You see, holidays aren’t just for kids. And I don’t want to miss out on the fun! This year I’m was not looking for scary or silly. This year I want my contribution to the porch decor to be pretty pumpkins.
And so, I’m sharing these 15 pretty pumpkin ideas for Halloween as inspiration!
Pretty Pumpkin Ideas for Halloween
Adorned in Leaves // A white pumpkin adorned in a crown of leaves makes a statement centerpiece with the beautiful colors of fall.
Vintage Doorknob Stems // These faux pumpkins feature vintage doorknobs as stems.
Glitter Monogrammed Pumpkin // A little rustic, a whole lot glam! These glitter pumpkins feature the letter of your choosing thanks to adhesive sheets and glitter.
Glittered Pumpkin // Looking a little more bling? Cover your entire pumpkin in glitter for a statement gourd.
Pretty in Pink // Have a favorite color? Match your pumpkin to your signature hue, even if it’s slightly nontraditional.
Etched Pumpkins // For a different approach to carving that will allow your pumpkin to last a whole lot longer, try etching your design into it.
Ikat Pumpkin // This DIY tutorial will instruct you on how to paint your pumpkin with a modern ikat design.
Stocking Covered Pumpkins // Nylons, stockings, pantyhose — whatever you call them, cover your pumpkin with them for a cool design.
Candy Corn Pumpkin // Adore candy corn? Decorate your doorstep with these yummy painted pumpkins.
Masquerade Pumpkins // Perfect for a costume-party, these pumpkins feature a masquerade mask and fanciful butterflies.
Faux Fur Covered Pumpkin // Such an original way to pretty up your pumpkin — cover it in faux fur. It’s got texture and a lot of style.
Button Pumpkin // This easy DIY uses buttons to spell out “Boo” for a project I’m not afraid of.
Pumpkin Votive Holder // I’m in awe of these scalloped carvings allowing the pumpkins to become gorgeous votive holders
Gold Geometric Pumpkins // Painted gold and then carved with geometric lines, these pretty pumpkins are to die for.
Crystal Applique Pumpkins // Pick up some crystal stickers at your craft store to make your pumpkin shimmer.
There’s a lot to be said about traditional pumpkins, and we will have several Jack-o-lanterns. To be exact, we will have four, each with the face of a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle. Yet, I am so inspired by these amazing DIY pumpkins that offer a slightly different approach to decorating. Whether you are decorating with real or faux pumpkins, these gorgeous gourds will certainly be the talk of the town Halloween night.
How are you carving your pumpkins this year?
Colleen says
Love all the pumpkins so festive.
Holly says
We just carved most of our pumpkins yesterday but we have one left. Thank you for the different pumpkin ideas.
Maureen @ Wisconsin Mommy says
I feel like such a slacker – we haven’t even gotten to the patch yet to pick out any pumpkins! Maybe this weekend will finally be a sunny one.
Jennifer @ Mom Spotted says
Those are so pretty! I just buy the biggest pumpkins i can find and then i let the boys cut them however they like.
Kimberly Grabinski says
I love the votive holder idea, so pretty! We each usually just pick our favorite shape and carve them normal. I did an alien last year.
Arena says
So many great ideas! I love the pink pumpkin — so simple but such a great way to stand out!
robyn says
Oh I really love some of these ideas! I think I am going to try one or two.
Lisa @ Crazy Adventures in Parenting says
These are great! Hubs wants to carve, but I want to draw and paint. We’ll have a great mix of both 🙂
Nina Say says
The monogrammed pumpkin is my favorite, I would be doing that ASAP if my kids and husband hadn’t already carved our pumpkins.
Lisa says
I love these. They’re all so cute, but I really love the glitter lettering. I’m a sucker for glitter.
Melissa says
Great ideas! I really want to paint some this year.
Nolie says
I love the white one with the glitter paint.
Chrysa Duran says
Love these ideas. I can’t get enough of Fall. This year there seems to be even more ideas out there to try and even eat!
Stephanie says
These are great ideas. I love the pink one!
Megan @mnmspecial says
These are some very cute ideas. I love the pink pumpkins.
rachel says
This is gorgeous! Love these ideas! Thank you for sharing. 🙂
maria says
I love these pumpkin ideas! It’s a great way to decorate with a fraction of the cost this fall.
Stefani Tolson says
Lots of cute ideas here! I am thinking of doing something creative with the pumpkins this year with the kids.
Scott says
I like the idea of painting them and then putting a glitter design on them. I’ll bet they also last longer that way.
Elizabeth Ferree says
These look so festive. I love the striped pumpkin and monogrammed ones. We haven’t even bought a pumpkin yet, I’m too afraid of how fast it might mold out here.
Kathy Godbey says
Lots of wonderful ideas for fall! The leaf pattern pumpkin is my favorite. So many ideas so little time! LOL
Joyce Brewer (@MommyTalkShow) says
Is it bad that I usually just use stickers on our pumpkins??!! I’m not artistic and my 4 year old is just as happy.
Cinny says
That’s just super adorable and what cute ideas for pumpkins!
Mama to 5 BLessings says
Many are nice ideas for Fall. I like that they are not scary.
jenn m says
Great ideas. I like the idea of making pumpkins pretty and not just scary.
Tiff @ Babes and Kids says
I like the glitter idea. We could all use more glitter in our lives, especially on pumpkins!
Lolli @ Better in Bulk says
I absolutely love the leafy pumpkins! I NEED to try that on some pumpkins for my house this year. Thanks for gathering together all these amazing ideas!
Robin Gagnon says
I love these, because I would rather just do the Jacks right around Halloween.
Raijean says
These are adorable, I want to try a few of these for Thanksgiving as well.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
These are all really great ideas for decorating with pumpkins. I love the pumpkins on the pedestals. Too cute!
Summer Davis says
My favorite is the white one with the gold glitter, but I like the ones with stockings around them too! So neat!
Kathleen says
Love all of these ideas. There are so many pretty ways to dress up a boring old pumpkin!
HilLesha says
So many wonderful ideas, so little time!
Shell Feis says
These are great ideas! I’m not sure if we will have time to truly carve pumpkins this year so having these alternative options is perfect. Thanks!
Anne - Mommy Has to Work says
I love, love the white pumpkins. I need to get me some for outside.
Liz Mays says
I’ll probably end up doing the traditional carving method. I need those seeds!
Donna says
I should get a big white one and put our monogram on it! Love all these ideas!
Ty says
So many wonderful ideas! And, I truly do love the white pumpkins!
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
Such fun and pretty pumpkin ideas. I’ll have to do some of these next year!
Jenn says
What interesting ways to decorate a pumpkin. I had to look at what the Ikat design was.
HilLesha says
I love the pink and white pumpkins. So beautiful!
Marcie W. says
I know Halloween is over, but so many of these would be great to show off to Thanksgiving guests.