20+ Creative Pumpkin Decorations That Go Beyond Carving

Looking to up your Halloween decor? We have over twenty creative October pumpkin decorations that go beyond the traditional jack-o’-lantern carvings ideas. Enjoy these inspiring ways to decorate pumpkins.

Pumpkin Decorations That Go Beyond Carving

We wanted to take Halloween outside the box. Outside the traditional jack-o-lantern carving, beyond the paint pallet of black and orange, and above spooky faces and wicked creators. Below are some inspiring pumpkin decorations for your Halloween Decor. From bright colored paints, sparkly glitter, jumbo vase vignettes, and marble patterns, we have the most creative Halloween pumpkins that might just change the way you decorate your home this October season!

Enjoy your crafting and be sure to add your images and comments to our Pinterest Pin – we love to see how your ideas turned out!

First, be sure to check out our very own Ice Cream Cone Pumpkin – this is perfect for an October birthday!

This might be my favorite of all the pumpkin decorations, how adorable is this pumpkin vase for flowers? | Pretty Life Girls

How adorable and out of the box is this Cactus Pumpkin? We are just in love! | Craft Create Cook

We adore this light blue pumpkin and haunted house vignette.  I really want to try that crack paint pumpkin! | I Heart Naptime

Create a centerpiece with a pretty fall succulent arrangement inside a pumpkin. | Simply Happenstance

Okay really guys, these blue gingham pumpkins are precious! | Kelly in the City

These ombre pumpkins really pop! | A Kailo Chic Life

These DIY glitter pumpkins are chic and easy. | Beau-Coup

I am sort of obsessed with this Poison Apple Pumpkin, also looks like Slimmer from Ghost Busters a bit, no? | Let’s Mingle

These easy pom pom pumpkins can be done in a few short minutes. | Gold Standard Workshop

Turn your fall decor into something sweet like these doughnut decorations. | Club Crafted

This is a pumpkin topiary you could use over and over and it’s a great home address display idea. You will need to pick up home address house numbers. Also find this idea and more in our Halloween Patio and Porch Ideas.| At the Picket Fence

Have you tried pumpkin carving with a drill? They make the prettiest pumpkin lanterns!  I personally prefer a real pumpkin for this project, but they work great with a fake pumpkin as you can display it every year. | Dream a Little Bigger

Turn your fall vignette into glow in the dark pumpkins with Tulip Glow Paint. | I Love to Create

If you have some real talent, or you know someone who does, take a look at this crochet spider web pumpkin. | Flax and Twine

With fabric paint, make a pumpkin design with dots. | A Beautiful Mess

Dip it and make these dip-dye glitter pumpkins. | The Farmer’s Daughter

Miss summer? Get creative with this Pineapple Pumpkin. | Studio DIY

Another easy pumpkin craft, use push pins or brads to decorate your pumpkin. | A Subtle Revelry

Use Mod Podge to découpage white gourds with pressed leaves. You can harvest the foliage from your own backyard. Find this idea also in our Farmhouse Halloween Ideas. | Terrain

Monogram your own personalized pumpkin with this design! | Everything Navy

Bright paint and gold glitter? Sign us up for these DIY bright colored pumpkins. | A Kailo Chic Life

This looks like a fun paint drip pumpkin design. This blogger took all “Pinterest ideas” and replicated it with her kids – she did great! | Holly’s Art Corner

These splatter paint pumpkins are great! | Lish Creative

Create colorful marble pumpkins with the help of nail polish. | Color Made Happy

Wrap up a pumpkin in white bandage gauze and attach wiggly eyes, this makes a fun and easy mummy pumpkin. | Mother’s Niche

Decorating pumpkins? Bring them to your front porch and take a look at these Porch Halloween Ideas and Patio Decor. Pin to Pinterest.

Take the decoration inside too. We love these Halloween Mantles and Tablescapes. Pin to Pinterest.

We have some other ways to decorate and celebrate the season. Take a look at these Halloween Hacks and Tips. Pin to Pinterest.

You will want and love these – 31 Halloween Printables. Pin to Pinterest.

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