This melted crayon pumpkin tutorial is a really fun and unique halloween activity and is much less messy than traditional pumpkin carving. All you will need is a pack of crayons in rainbow colors, a hot glue gun and a hair dryer - oh and a white pumpkin! The best thing is that the melted crayon art that you produce is different every time!
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As autumn arrives, our household eagerly anticipates the time-honored tradition of adorning our home with all things fall, and at the forefront of this seasonal transformation is the cherished pumpkin decorating ritual. Our love for fall decor is unmistakable, and it is evident in the delightful accents that adorn every nook and cranny of our house. From the moment the first leaves begin to change, you'll find a mini pumpkin gracing a windowsill here, a faux pumpkin perched on a table there, and the warm, earthy colors of the season woven into the fabric of our home's aesthetic.
However, as much as we adore the classic practice of carving pumpkins into eerie, toothy grins and spooky shapes, we can't help but acknowledge the undeniable downsides. Carving real pumpkins is a messy endeavor, with slippery innards and pumpkin seeds scattered haphazardly. It's a labor-intensive process, often requiring intricate design work and a fair share of patience. Time-consuming as it is, the traditional jack-o'-lantern carving leaves us with gooey hands, a pile of discarded pumpkin flesh, and a fleeting masterpiece that seems to wither away as quickly as the autumn days pass.
In the spirit of innovation and a desire to explore unique avenues this Halloween season, we've stumbled upon a captivating alternative: the no-carve rainbow pumpkin. This imaginative creation is not only visually stunning but also promises a refreshing departure from the conventional Halloween decor. Instead of the customary cut-and-scoop routine, the no-carve rainbow pumpkin offers a delightful twist, infusing an aura of brightness and whimsy into the festivities. What could look more spectacular after all than a rainbow of pumpkins?
By opting for this novel approach, we've discovered an opportunity to engage our creativity in an entirely new way. The rainbow pumpkin invites us to delve into the world of vibrant colors, harmoniously blending various shades and hues to craft a captivating visual spectacle. It offers a chance to experiment with artistic designs, each as unique as the individuals who bring them to life. With this unconventional pumpkin decor, we avoid the messy aftermath of carving and instead revel in the joy of painting and crafting.
As Halloween approaches, our household eagerly anticipates the transformation of our abode into a mesmerizing spectacle of fall aesthetics, complete with the alluring no-carve rainbow pumpkins. These charming additions not only capture the essence of the season but also remind us of the enchanting possibilities that come with exploring innovative ways to celebrate Halloween. So, this year, as the leaves begin to fall and the air turns crisp, you can count on our home to be adorned with these vibrant, no-carve pumpkins, perhaps even set out in a rainbow shape, making this season truly special.
You will need
- A white pumpkin (real or fake pumpkin is ok)
- Crayons
- Glue gun and glue stick
- Hairdryer
Instructions
The first thing to do is to make sure that the work area you are crafting in is well covered with protective paper / tablecloth or clean garbage bags and you are wearing an apron as the melted wax from the melted crayons can splatter! Keep little ones a safe distance away too as the hairdryer, glue gun and hot crayon wax are all hazards and you wouldn't want an injury ruining what would otherwise be a fun experience.
Glue the crayons to the top of the pumpkin - this is harder than it looks, it takes patience and balance! You need to use a tacky glue to hold the crayons in place while they melt - hot glue is perfect. Larger pumpkins will require more crayons. I glued different colours around the top to give a rainbow end result, but you could use whichever different colors you like.
Hold a hairdryer set at a high heat over the crayons to melt them over the pumpkin. Be warned - the wax melt will splatter! A top tip is to bend the crayons down as they start to melt so the wax drips down the pumpkin. I think you would be better using thinner crayons than I did here too as they would melt quicker. You could also glue smaller crayon pieces on the pumpkin if you like which is a great way to use leftover broken and old crayons. If you don't want to have so much splatter you could try melting the crayons with a heat gun.
These awesome melted crayon pumpkins look fabulous and the craft is quite easy to do and the children loved it - it was so much fun! They loved watching the rainbow colours drip down the pumpkin and it is a great opportunity to talk to younger children about colour recognition.
We made a video tutorial showing exactly how we made this rainbow pumpkin and it is on my YouTube channel - take a look at it below.
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