35 Best No Carve Pumpkin Decorating Ideas For Fall

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The time has come for pumpkin spice and all things nice. So, if you love to DIY your pumpkins here are the best no-carve pumpkin ideas you need to try this year!

no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

It’s pumpkin season and there’s a no-carve pumpkin trend happening. 

Pumpkin carving seems to be everyone’s favourite activity over the fall season, but there’s just something so fun about painting and decorating pumpkins.

The best part is that you won’t need sharp tools for the kids, so there’s no chance anyone’s getting hurt. 

These no-carve pumpkin decorating ideas are perfect for decorating your party, porch, mantel, or dining table and can be used for many occasions.

NO CARVE PUMPKIN DECORATING IDEAS

1. Rainbow Pumpkins

Rainbow Painted Pumpkins Halloween

from A Bubbly Life

Somewhere over the rainbow are these adorable painted pumpkins. To think that a few simple paintbrush strokes can make such a bold statement.

2. Pastel Pink Pumpkins

pastel pink painted pumpkins

from The Mom Love Blog

All you need are some pastel paints to take your pumpkins from boring to beautiful!

3. Cactus Pumpkin Decorating

No-Carve Cactus Pumpkin

from Craft Create Cook

This gorgeous cactus might be tickly, but it won’t be prickly and that’s what matters when crafting with little ones.

4. Gold Splatter Painted Pumpkins 

gold splatter painted pumpkins

from A Kailo Chic Life

I love how these pumpkins are spray painted in bold, fun colors, and that gold splatter just takes them to the next level—it’s seriously such a cute and easy way to make them stand out!

5. Unicorn No Carve Pumpkin Decorations

unicorn painted no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

from Best Friends For Frosting

‘Unicorns are a girl’s best friend’, or so I think the saying should go. I love unicorns and their ability to make everything feel magical. 

6. Ice Cream Cone Pumpkin 

ice cream cone pumpkin

from Frugal Coupon Living

This ice cream pumpkin looks good enough to eat, but I wouldn’t advise it. Just place it somewhere for all to admire.

7. 10-Minute DIY Pumpkins

10-minute diy pumpkins

from Kate Decorates

I’m loving how these polka dot and star pumpkins came together—just stick on your circle and star stickers, spray paint over them, and peel to reveal these super cute designs. It’s so easy and seriously adorable!

8. Plaid No Carve Pumpkins 

Plaid Painted No-Carve Pumpkins

from Vintage Meets Glam

These pumpkins sure look quite sophisticated in all their plaid glory. 

9. DIY Fall Glitter Pumpkins 

diy fall glitter pumpkins

from The Life of Jennifer Dawn

I’m obsessed with how chic these glitter pumpkins look! Just make a stencil for the word, paint over it with glue, and sprinkle on that gorgeous glitter for a fall sparkle that’s totally next level.

10. Watercolour Pumpkins Decorating 

Watercolour Pumpkins

from Lines Across

These pretty watercolor splashed pumpkins are so darling, and easy to DIY.

11. Fingerprint Art Pumpkins 

Fingerprint Art Pumpkins no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

from Handmade Charlotte

How cute are these painted pumpkins? You can turn your little one’s fingerprints into any fun character with some kid-friendly paint.

12. Donut Pumpkins

Donut Pumpkins

from Studio DIY

These pumpkins make me want to take a bite. Create these donut pumpkins and colorful sprinkles with your favourite color acrylic paints

13. Faux Concrete Pumpkins

faux concrete pumpkins

from Homeward Found Decor

If you’ve got a paintbrush, making these faux concrete pumpkins will be a piece of pie—just use smaller brushes for those fine details. The effect is made with a unique combo of paint and the secret ingredient… flour!

14. Galaxy Pumpkins

Space Pumpkins

from Adventure in a Box

Get starry-eyed with this galaxy pumpkin DIY. These pumpkins would be fun for learning about space in the homeschool classroom.

15. Candy Corn Sprinkle Pumpkins

Candy Corn Sprinkle Pumpkins

from Pencil Shavings Studio

Candy corn is a fall staple, so it’s no surprise that these DIY pumpkins fit right in with the season. This is another job for the Cricut machine, but if you don’t own one, cut out sprinkles from some vinyl adhesive stickers.

16. Sticker Decorated Pumpkins

Sticker Decorated Pumpkins

from A Subtle Revelry

How easy are these sticker decorated pumpkins to make? I love how these ordinary pumpkins shine bright with these fun patterns. Now it’s your turn to create your own sparkly design.

17. Candy Covered Pumpkins 

easy dot candy pumpkins

from Homeward Found Decor

These dot candy pumpkins wouldn’t last a second in my house—my kids would definitely try to eat them! I love how the bright candy colors totally pop and make the pumpkins stand out, plus it’s such a playful and fun idea. Just grab some dot candy and turn your pumpkins into a sweet masterpiece!

18. Party Animal Pumpkins

Party Animal no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

from Studio DIY

You can turn your pumpkins into adorable party animals by following this fun idea, but make sure you pick a pumpkin with a long enough stem to use for the nose.

19. Vintage Inspired Pumpkins

vintage inspired chalk paint pumpkins

from Purely Katie

These pumpkins are perfect for adding an autumnal touch to your home! Painted in muted fall colors using chalky paint, they bring a soft, vintage vibe.

20. Melted Crayon Pumpkin

wax crayons no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

from Color Made Happy

Melting crayons on a pumpkin is a fun and exciting way to DIY your pumpkin with ease, the kids will absolutely love this idea.

21. Woodland Creature Pumpkins

woodland creature no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

from Simple As That Blog

These woodland creature pumpkins are the cutest! Just add some felt details to transform regular pumpkins into a fun forest gang.

22. Caramel Apple Pumpkins

caramel apple no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

from Aww Sam

If you love sweet treats, these caramel apple pumpkins are for you! Just paint them to look like caramel-dipped apples and add colorful sprinkles.

23. Googly Eyes Pumpkin

googly eyes pumpkin

from It All Started With Paint

Looking for something quirky? These googly eye pumpkins are a super fun way to add personality to your pumpkin patch.

24. Minnie And Mickey Mouse Pumpkins

Minnie mouse painted no carve pumpkin

from Sarah in the Suburbs

Here’s another cute idea—Mickey and Minnie pumpkins! With simple details like their iconic ears and polka dots, they’re full of Disney charm.

25. Winnie The Pooh Pumpkin

winnie the pooh painted no carve pumpkins

from Mickey Blog

Trying to decide on something playful? These Winnie the Pooh pumpkins, complete with a “Hunny” pot, are perfect for a whimsical touch!

26. Buzz And Woody Toy Story Pumpkins

buzz and woody toy story painted no carve pumpkin

from As The Bunny Hops

To infinity and beyond with these Toy Story pumpkins! Paint them as Buzz and Woody for a fun and playful vibe.

27. Frozen Elsa Pumpkin

elsa frozen no carve pumpkin

from A Pumpkin And A Princess

This Frozen-inspired pumpkin is all about Elsa’s icy charm, complete with sparkly jewels, snowflakes, and of course, a Frozen tiara!

28. Beauty And The Beast Pumpkin

belle beauty and the beast no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

from Disney Rewards

Bring the magic of Beauty and the Beast to your fall decor with this stunning Belle pumpkin, featuring her signature red rose.

29. Unicorn Pumpkins

unicorn no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

from Confetti Idea

Unicorn fans will love these adorable pumpkins! A rainbow mane and golden horn make them the perfect whimsical touch.

30. DIY Sweater Pumpkins

diy sweater pumpkins

from Kippi At Home

Cozy up your pumpkins by wrapping them in soft sweater material, adding a textured and comfy fall look.

31. Paint Pouring Pumpkins

paint pouring pumpkins

from Country Peony

For a colorful twist, try paint pouring on your pumpkins! The marbled effect creates a beautiful, artistic finish perfect for any decor.

32. Ombre Rainbow Pumpkins

ombre rainbow pumpkins

from Pop Of Gold

These ombre rainbow pumpkins are a total pastel dream! With soft transitions of color, they’re perfect for adding a subtle yet stunning touch to your fall decor.

33. Gilded Pumpkins

copper leaf pumpkins

from My Weathered Home

Gilded pumpkins add a classy look! Using copper leaf adds a beautiful metallic shine that’s perfect for a stylish fall display.

34. Mickey Mouse Pumpkins

mickey mouse no carve pumpkin decorating ideas

from Pretty Providence

These Mickey Mouse pumpkins are a must for Disney fans! With simple black and white designs, they bring a bit of Disney magic to your pumpkin collection.

35. Glitter Pumpkins

glitter pumpkins

from Down Redbud Drive

Glitter pumpkins are the easiest way to add sparkle to your fall! Just cover them in your favorite glitter for an extra shiny, glamorous look.

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