{"id":4687,"date":"2015-10-28T14:22:58","date_gmt":"2015-10-28T14:22:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/?p=4687"},"modified":"2015-10-28T14:22:58","modified_gmt":"2015-10-28T14:22:58","slug":"halloween-decorations-chic-pumpkin-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/halloween-decorations-chic-pumpkin-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Halloween decorations: chic pumpkin ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The wonderful world of Pinterest is a great place to find inspiring ideas to tjuz up your pumpkin for Halloween. From intricately carved to creatively decorated pumpkins, you\u2019ll find all sorts of beautiful and scary designs to suit your decor.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve chosen some seriously chic designs for the more discerning among you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Painted pumpkins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Orange pumpkins are the epitome of autumn and Halloween, but if you\u2019re not a fan of this <a href=\"http:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/outrageous-orange\/\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">chirpy hue<\/a>, then grab a paintbrush and colour away. Keep it sophisticated and elegant in white or go bold with an array of colours for a colourful and contemporary look. Coat the stem of the pumpkin with glue and be generous with the glitter to pimp it to within an inch of its life.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You can find a handy step by step tutorial by Aunt Peaches <a href=\"http:\/\/www.auntpeaches.com\/2014\/09\/painted-pumpkins-with-glittered-stems.html\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4689\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4689\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-4689 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/colourful-pumpkins-1.jpg\" alt=\"colourful-pumpkins\" width=\"400\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/colourful-pumpkins-1.jpg 409w, https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/colourful-pumpkins-1-226x300.jpg 226w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4689\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">auntpeaches.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve transformed your pumpkins, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/tips-for-accessorising-and-displaying\/\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">group them in multiples of three<\/a> and display on similar accessories of differing heights to make a real feature of them.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4690\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4690\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-4690 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/pink-pumpkin-1.jpg\" alt=\"pink-pumpkin\" width=\"390\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/pink-pumpkin-1.jpg 391w, https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/pink-pumpkin-1-213x300.jpg 213w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4690\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">chatelaine.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Monochrome pumpkins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Got a steady hand? Then this next idea is perfect for you. Grab your painted pumpkin or a Styrofoam version and get creative with your marker pen. Spell out a Halloween inspired message on multiple pumpkins or take doodling to the next level with an ornate pattern.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This is also a great alternative to carving and could be a safer option if your kids want in on the action. The question is can they be left to their own devices with a marker pen?<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/blogs.mydevstaging.com\/blogs\/centsational-style\/files\/2012\/10\/white-wicked-pumpkins-bhg.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/c1\/5b\/e6\/c15be6ff0f18a3bb6ab4bb26414f83dd.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"528\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Got plenty of time on your hands? Why not recreate these Mexican inspired owl sugar skulls? You can find Lil Blue Boo\u2019s step by step tutorial <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lilblueboo.com\/2014\/10\/how-to-make-sharpie-owl-pumpkins.html\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4692\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4692\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-4692 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/owl-pumpkins-1.jpg\" alt=\"owl-pumpkins\" width=\"400\" height=\"624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/owl-pumpkins-1.jpg 492w, https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/owl-pumpkins-1-192x300.jpg 192w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4692\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">lilblueboo.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Embellished pumpkins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This simple but effective idea uses the humble doily in gold to add pattern and extra texture to orange pumpkins. For a variation on the theme, why not pair gold, silver or even coloured doilies with white or boldly painted pumpkins?<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/5a\/3c\/51\/5a3c514bfbaf406f56ca9fcc735aedfd.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"567\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Still got the glitter out? Good because you\u2019ll need it for this next idea which works well on white, orange and painted pumpkins. Apply spots or stripes (following the pumpkin\u2019s natural contours) of glue and then lashings of glitter. Leave to dry and tap off the excess. Arrange in groups of three to highlight the various designs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/d3\/04\/13\/d304131adf3c17a9869d618ceb197e1d.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A little gold leaf goes a long way and looks stunning. Borrowing from this cute idea that uses a gourd as a \u2018name card\u2019 for a place setting, you could add a little bling to your pumpkin. Budget allowing of course.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com\/736x\/70\/fa\/b6\/70fab623fa1a15e7c2c35e0e9955259e.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"599\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Flower pumpkins<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Using your pumpkin as a vase is a great way to showcase seasonal flowers and keep your interior looking elegant at Halloween. It\u2019s also the perfect save if you\u2019ve made a pig\u2019s ear out of carving a scary face into your pumpkin. As you\u2019ve already hollowed out the offending article, simply paint it white and place a small vase or glass of water inside to hold the flowers. Don\u2019t forget to obscure your carving disaster when displaying your flowers.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_4693\" style=\"width: 410px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4693\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-4693 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/pumpkin-vase-1.jpg\" alt=\"pumpkin-vase\" width=\"400\" height=\"434\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/pumpkin-vase-1.jpg 510w, https:\/\/www.livinghouse.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/10\/pumpkin-vase-1-277x300.jpg 277w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-4693\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">chatelaine.com<\/p><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The wonderful world of Pinterest is a great place to find inspiring ideas to tjuz up your pumpkin for Halloween. From intricately carved to creatively decorated pumpkins, you\u2019ll find all sorts of beautiful and scary designs to suit your decor. &nbsp; We\u2019ve chosen some seriously chic designs for the more discerning among you. \u00a0 Painted [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":4697,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false,"twitterCardType":"summary","cardImageID":0,"cardImage":"","cardTitle":"","cardDesc":"","cardImageAlt":"","cardPlayer":"","cardPlayerWidth":0,"cardPlayerHeight":0,"cardPlayerStream":"","cardPlayerCodec":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_is_tweetstorm":false,"jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v19.7.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Halloween decorations: chic pumpkin ideas - 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