Crafting Paper Pumpkins

Keep your Halloween or Thanksgiving table setting a bright and fun look by adding DIY decor that’s easy, inexpensive and so cute, it might even grab the attention away from the turkey!  These little handmade pumpkins are so much fun to make.

It’s a fun Fall craft you can do with your kids or a great adult craft to spruce up your mantel or table decor. You can try it with different colored papers (crepe, tissue, cardstock, old book papers, newspapers, scrapbook pages etc.) in different patterns as well. Go through the versatile DIY tutorials and make your own paper pumpkin craft this Halloween!

DIY paper Pumpkin Craft Ideas

DIY paper Pumpkin Craft Ideas

How to Make Easy Paper Pumpkins ~Tutorials & Instructions

  1. DIY Paper Pumpkin

    These lovely pumpkins are made from patterned paper in different colors and prints. You can decorate your house with these cute different sizes of pumpkins made from scrapbook paper.

    Paper Pumpkin Craft

    Paper Pumpkin Craft

     

  2. Unique Paper Pumpkin Craft for Fall

    Craft enthusiasts can draw some inspiration from the amazing DIY origami tutorial to give their indoors a Halloween facelift. You can play around with the sizes, colors, and patterns.  Group a few together at a kid’s table, adult’s dinner table with decorated skull heads, and the gothic zombies.

    Paper Pumpkin DIY

    Paper Pumpkin DIY

     

  3. Pumpkin Paper Craft with Card Stock Strips

    Pumpkin Paper Craft

    Pumpkin Paper Craft

     

  4. Paper Pumpkin Project Ideas

    A very unique project with a vintage touch. Use printed crepe papers or paper of your choice and create decorative centerpieces for your Thanksgiving table or sideboard this Fall. A free template for the pumpkin design is given in the linked tutorial.

    Paper Pumpkin Idea

    Paper Pumpkin Idea

     

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  5. Instructions to Make Decorative Paper Roll Pumpkin

    Spend more time to decorate your pumpkins you could do different colors of glitter, gold leaf flakes, or buttons or paint them too. Let it last till Thanksgiving to double up the fun quotient. Using cinnamon sticks as stems give it a beautiful rustic touch.

    Paper Roll Pumpkins

    Paper Roll Pumpkins

     

  6. Make Pumpkin using Paper Strips

    The Halloween fever will increase manifold with glow-in-the-dark pumpkins that can be placed at the doorstep or in the yard alongside those twinkling lights.

    Crafting Paper Pumpkins

    Crafting Paper Pumpkins

     

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  7. Easy Tissue Paper Pumpkin Ideas for Kids

    Get the kids involved in Halloween and Fall decorating with these super easy kids’ tissue paper pumpkins.
    Tissue Paper Pumpkin

    Tissue Paper Pumpkin

     

  8. Paper Pumpkin Crafts for Pre-Schoolers

    A super easy crafting idea to make pumpkins with scrapbook papers. Kids will love this holiday project. You can further decorate the pumpkins using glitters, ribbons etc.

    Paper Pumpkin Craft for Kids

    Paper Pumpkin Craft for Kids

     

  9. How to Make a 3D Paper Pumpkin

    Handmade pumpkin will give you not only the warmth and good humor but some unforgettable moments of creativity too.

    Make 3D Paper Pumpkin

    Make 3D Paper Pumpkin

     

  10. Scalloped Paper Pumpkin Decorating Ideas

    Create a beautiful ombre effect with this no-carve pumpkin decorating project. An interesting way to make pumpkins for this Halloween.

    Easy Paper Pumpkin Idea

    Easy Paper Pumpkin Idea

     

  11. Paper Pumpkin for Halloween: Step by Step Instructions

    Paper Pumpkin Lantern Craft

    Paper Pumpkin Lantern Craft

     

  12. Jack-O-Lantern Paper Pumpkins

    These smiling Jack-O-Lantern Paper Pumpkin puppets will surely get a smile on your munchkin’s face.

    Jack-O-Lantern Paper Pumpkin

    Jack-O-Lantern Paper Pumpkin

  13. Paper Quilling Pumpkin Ideas

    Learn how to make a beautiful pumpkin using quilling techniques. An easy to make a tutorial for beginners as well. You can hang them on walls or your doors for this Fall.

    Quilled Paper Pumpkin

    Quilled Paper Pumpkin

     

  14. Toilet Paper Pumpkin Roll Crafts

    Elementary, classy and vintage, this pumpkin look great with the maple leaf and glittered stems. Display them on your walls, tables, or hang them on the door as these are versatile enough for a lovely display.

    Pumpkin from Roll Paper

    Pumpkin from Roll Paper

     

  15. Paper Pumpkin Tutorial for Kids

    Directions for making a spooky, Halloween pumpkin decoration from paper. Kid crafters can indulge in this impressive pumpkin cut-out fall project to bring back the old-fashioned glamour to the Halloween party.
    Halloween Paper Pumpkin Craft

    Halloween Paper Pumpkin Craft

     

  16. Directions to Make: Paper Pumpkin

    Celebrate the fall season and add colorful handmade paper pumpkins to your home décor. The linked tutorial has used orange and green construction paper for a sturdy finish.

    Paper Pumpkin

    Paper Pumpkin

     

  17. Free Paper Pumpkin Favor

    Paper Pumpkin Tutorial

    Paper Pumpkin Tutorial

     

  18. Paper Pumpkin Craft Video

    How to Make Paper Pumpkin

    How to Make Paper Pumpkin

     

  19. Vintage Brown Paper Pumpkin Tutorial

    Folded strips of old brown paper are the perfect pumpkin crafting material to add some neutral-toned rusticity to your tablescape.

    Brown Paper Pumpkin Craft

    Brown Paper Pumpkin Craft

     

  20. 3 Dimensional Paper Pumpkin

    Paper Pumpkin Project

    Paper Pumpkin Project

     

  21. Free Paper Pumpkin Pattern PDF Download

    DIY Paper Pumpkin Craft

    DIY Paper Pumpkin Craft

     

  22. How to Make: Pumpkin Paper Bag Puppet

    Funky and quirky Halloween design made by turning an ordinary paper lunch bag into a pumpkin favor bag with just a few simple craft materials and splashing some colors.

    Paper Pumpkin Crafts

    Paper Pumpkin Crafts

     

  23. Glittery Pumpkin Out of Construction Paper

    Glittery Paper Pumpkin Tutorial

    Glittery Paper Pumpkin Tutorial

     

  24. Simple Pleated Pumpkin Made Out of Paper

    Pleated Paper Pumpkin Decoration

    Pleated Paper Pumpkin Decoration

     

  25. Pumpkin Made from Book Pages

    Book Pages Pumpkin Craft

    Book Pages Pumpkin Craft

 

These fun paper crafts projects are so splendidly simple that you can make whole pumpkin patches of decoration for your tablescape, decorating your doorstep, porch display or mantel. Enjoy and share your unique creations with us in the comment section below.

DIY Cootie Catchers

Cootie catchers a.k.a fortune tellers, chancers, chatterboxes, scrunchies, call them with any names. The little paper toys are easy to make and fun to play with. You can make them quite easily yourself, but if you want lots for a party, wedding, hen night, birthday or slumber party, it’s great to be able to print your own. We have compiled the best cootie catcher designs and ideas for various occasions with the free template and PDF patterns available for many.

How to Make a Cootie Catcher

How to Make a Cootie Catcher

 

Compilation of Fun DIYs to Make a Cootie Catcher for Kids

  1. How to Make a Cootie Catcher

    If you grew up in the 90’s, then you’ll probably remember making these origami cootie catchers or “fortune tellers” at school! These creative cootie catcher projects are great for kids and grownups alike!

    Read the full tutorial for this paper fortune teller game here.

    Cootie Catcher Ideas

    Cootie Catcher Ideas

     

  2. Directions to Make a Cootie Catcher

    For those of you who like the idea, this tutorial is designed for summer fortune tellers to print out. Patterns and numbers are included. All you need to do is print, fold and fill them with activities.

    Get the Full Instructions & Free Printable Here

    Cootie Catcher Fortunes

    Cootie Catcher Fortunes

     

  3. Harry Potter Cootie Catcher DIY

    For all Potterheads, this is going to be fun. Put the Harry Potter characters of your choice and have a great Halloween! This fortune teller will decide which Hogwarts house you should belong to!

    Get the full tutorial and template here!

    Harry Potter Cootie Catcher Origami

    Harry Potter Cootie Catcher Origami

     

  4. Cootie Catcher Craft Ideas

    Personalize your fortune cootie catcher and play with friends and family with interesting text in it.

    Get the full tutorial here!

    Cootie Catcher DIY

    Cootie Catcher DIY

     

  5. Instruction to Make Cootie Catcher (Dr.Seuss)

    Get the full tutorial and free template here.

    How to Make a Cootie Catcher

    How to Make a Cootie Catcher

    Dr Seuss Cootie Catcher Template

    Dr Seuss Cootie Catcher Template

     

  6. Shark Cootie Catcher Ideas

    Instructions and Free Templates here.

    Shark Cootie Catcher

    Shark Cootie Catcher

     

  7. Animal Cootie Catchers ~ Lion

    This super cute lion design for kids is taken from a tutorial on Moodkids.nl

    Lion Cootie Catcher

    Lion Cootie Catcher

    Lion Cootie Catcher Template

    Lion Cootie Catcher Template

     

  8. Thanksgiving Cootie Catcher Fortunes

    This wonderful easy paper game idea for kids. You can find full instructions in this tutorial here at thecountrychiccottage. Print a few of these designs and include them in your kid’s table during Thanksgiving dinner.  A fun way to keep the kids occupied while the adults talk.

    You can download free pdf template to make this pattern here.

    Cootie Catcher Thanksgiving

    Cootie Catcher Thanksgiving

     

  9. Cootie Catcher Games for Halloween

    Want to make a non-sugary treat for kids? You can make these Halloween Cootie Catchers and use them as a party activity or fun game or even pass them out at Halloween.

    For full instructions visit this tutorial on lililuna.

    Get Free Printable for this pattern here.

    Halloween Cootie Catchers

    Halloween Cootie Catchers

     

  10. Cootie Catcher for Christmas

    Learn how to assemble these cool cootie catchers for Christmas this year. Kids will love these cute characters like Rudolph and Santa as Fortune Tellers. A fun 5-minute craft for kids this holiday.

    Get the complete tutorial with instructions here at Redtedart 

    Christmas Cootie Catchers

    Christmas Cootie Catchers

     

  11. How to Make Amazing Bunny Cootie Catcher for Easter

    Create this eye-catching fortune teller for your kids this Easter. Handmade crafting ideas is always special for kids.

    Get the full tutorial on EasyPeasyandFun

    Cootie Catchers for Easter

    Cootie Catchers for Easter

     

  12. St Pattrick Day Joke Teller/Cootie Catcher for Kids

    Paper cootie catchers are an interesting holiday treat for kids that won’t clutter your home and can be completed in just a few minutes.

    Get this tutorial with folding techniques here on Brendid.Com blog.

    Cootie Catcher for St Pattrick Day

    Cootie Catcher for St Pattrick Day

     

  13. Fun Joke Teller/Cootie Catcher for April Fool’s Day

    Grab the free printable for a fun April Fool’s prank with these cute cootie catchers.

    Get this tutorial with folding techniques here on Brendid.Com blog.

    Cootie Catcher April Fools Day

    Cootie Catcher April Fools Day

     

  14. Simple Cootie Catchers for Birthday Party

    You can get free printable and instructions to guide to and kids to make fabulous cootie catcher designs. Vibrant and colorful and make great party favors too.

    Get this colorful cootie catcher here on Tangarang.blogspot.com

    Birthday Cootie Catcher

    Birthday Cootie Catcher

     

  15. DIY Cootie Catcher for Valentine’s Day

    This amazing fortune teller can be made by adults with messages and jokes on Valentine’s Day. A great crating idea to re-visit old days.

    Get detailed instructions for this DIY here on Thecraftingchicks.com

    Valentines Cootie Catcher

    Valentines Cootie Catcher

     

  16. Creative Cootie Catcher Invites

    These DIY Fortune Teller Invitations are the perfect way to invite your friends to a dinner party or birthday.

    You can get the step-by-step instructions here on Fun365

    Cootie Catcher Invitations

    Cootie Catcher Invitations

     

  17. Easy Wedding Cootie Catcher Ideas

    Have a look at this elegant cootie catcher wedding DIY Idea on Ohlovelyday.com

    Wedding Cootie Catcher

    Wedding Cootie Catcher

     

  18. How to Make Cootie Catcher for New Year’s Eve

    Make this cute fortune teller with colorful paper and make fun games for the New Year.

    Get the full tutorial from this site.

    Make Cootie Catcher New Year

    Make Cootie Catcher New Year

     

  19. Unique Cootie Catcher Educational

    Get the Instructables and Free Templates Here

    Educational Cootie Catcher

    Educational Cootie Catcher

     

  20. Free Cootie Catcher Templates

    Cootie Catcher Templates

    Cootie Catcher Templates

     

  21. Download Cootie Catcher PDF Here

  22. Cootie Catcher Free Printable

    Get the full step-by-step tutorial on Vintage Toys Blog!

    Printable Cootie Catcher

    Printable Cootie Catcher

    Printable Fortune Teller

    Printable Fortune Teller

     

  23. Cootie Catcher Youtube Tutorial

    Get the Video Tutorial Here!

    How to Fold a Cootie Catcher

    How to Fold a Cootie Catcher

We hope you enjoy these fun cootie catcher crafts ideas with kids and have fun making interesting designs and patterns. Please share your creations in the comment section below.