Now Introducing the Official Pumpkin Carving Alternative: Painted Designs

Hot Girl Fall participants, listen closely, as there's an essential activity update that must be acknowledged. One of the best parts of the season is the opportunity to flex those decor skills, but (and I'm speaking from personal experience here) you shouldn't have to whip out a full tool kit to join in on the whole front step pumpkin party. And to bear the responsibility of tracking down all of the stray pumpkin seeds strewn across your kitchen floor? It's a no. That's why we must thank the heavens that there's an alternative that's equally cute and festive, and it's pumpkin painting!

Pumpkin decorating is such a fun way to celebrate the spooky szn and get those creative juices flowing. Plus, pair it with some candy and a bottle of wine, and you're getting the perfect Halloween group activity. When it comes to the items you'll need, different ~artistic visions~ require different materials, whether it's chalk paint, acrylic paint, or a watercolor-based masterpiece, but you can add them to your Amazon cart or stock up with a quick trip to your local craft store.

But let me not get ahead of myself. If you're still in the pumpkin design concept phase, we're here to help. We've tracked down 25 absolutely adorable pumpkin painting ideas that'll add some real seasonal cheer to your space. Whether it be a tongue-in-cheek pun or a plaid pattern, these are the hottest pumpkin lewks of 2022. Ya heard it here first babe.