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Apple Barrel Mummy Pumpkins

You'll be wrapped up in the cuteness of these mummy pumpkins when you give them a coat of Apple Barrel acrylic paint. This set of spooky pumpkins is the perfect project for your kids on a fun fall evening. Use them to decorate for Halloween!

This project features these great brands:

  • Apple Barrel Logo

At a Glance:

Project #15540 Skill Level: Intermediate
supplies

Plaid Supplies

Apple Barrel ® Colors Acrylic Paint 16 Color Set - PROMOABIII

Number Needed: 1 $15.99
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FolkArt ® Brush Sets - Soft Grip - Wash Brush Set - 50603E

Number Needed: 1 $5.99
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Mod Podge ® Matte, 8 oz. - CS11301

Number Needed: 1 $7.49
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Other Supplies

  • 3 Pumpkin
  • White Crepe Paper
 

instructions

  1. Basecoat your first pumpkin with Candy Pink and let dry.
  2. Basecoat your second pumpkn with Purple Iris and let dry.
  3. Basecoat your third pumpkin with Bright Yellow and let dry.
  4. Paint two White circles on your pumpkin that will act as eyes. Let dry.
  5. Use the end of your brush to dot Black dots in the center of your white dots. Let dry.
  6. Wrap your white crepe paper around your pumpkins and adhere it with Mod Podge Matte. Let dry.
  7. Paint the stems of your pumpkins with Black and let dry. 

resources

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Learn more about Apple Barrel Craft Paint!

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Learn about Apple Barrel Multi-Surface Paint

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Learn about Apple Barrel Gloss Acrylic Paint

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Related Resources

Apple Barrel Paints FAQ

Apple Barrel Paints FAQ

Learn how to use Apple Barrel Paints!

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Related FAQs

No, FolkArt® Shinys are not the same as Apple Barrel Gloss. FolkArt® Shinys were developed to have a higher gloss finish than Apple Barrel Gloss. Also, FolkArt® Shinys are color matched to the corresponding FolkArt® Acrylic Color and have the same high pigment load and intense color.
Yes, Apple Barrels paints can be mixed to create a new color value or hue. 
Yes, you can use both FolkArt paint on plaster. However, because plaster is very porous and sometimes dusty, you will need to first seal the piece with a clear acrylic matte spray sealer.
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Disclaimer: The information found in each project is presented in good faith, but no warranty is given, nor results guaranteed, nor is freedom from any patent to be inferred. Since we have no control over physical conditions surrounding the application of information herein contained, Plaid Enterprises, Inc. disclaims any liability for untoward results.

Important: Please be sure to thoroughly read the instructions for all products, paying particular attention to all cautions and warnings shown to ensure the proper and safe use of the product.

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