It’s a change from the traditional! These Seashell Jack-O-Lanterns are PERFECT for those living in “beachy” areas and can’t necessarily carve a pumpkin this year.

Avoid the icky pumpkin guts mess and pricey one-time-use tradition with our simple kid craft tutorial! These not only double as a great way to spend the afternoon together but they also make for awesome decorations you can enjoy for years to come!!!

So without further ado, you can find the full kid friendly tutorial below! Don’t forget – they also make for great tags on your “spooky” gifts this upcoming Halloween!

Happy crafting my friends!!! #gluedtomycrafts

Seashell Pumpkin Craft Supplies:

* Seashells – any size, shape, store bought or even ones found at the beach!
* Orange/Black Craft Paint
* Paint Brushes
* Paper Plate
* Brown/Green Cardstock
* Craft Scissors
* Low Temp Hot Glue Gun
optional – string, rhinestones, glitter etc.

Directions:

* First paint your seashells completely orange and add some black “jack-o-lantern” facial features on top.
* Set aside to let them dry completely.
* Next grab your cardstock. Cut out a stem and leaf for EACH seashell pumpkin you are making.
* Now get the hot glue gun hot and ready. Go ahead and glue your cardstock pieces to your seashell.
* Add any other embellishments you see fit and set aside your newly made Seashell Jack-O-Lanterns to let them dry completely.
* Once dry – display!

Make it your own – hot glue string to the back of each piece, to make them into gift tags or ornaments!

Looking for more fun and easy Halloween kid crafts? Check out these past posts on the blog for some spooky inspiration!
Paper Plate Jack O’ Lantern {Kid Craft}
Eyeball Frame {Kid Craft}
Terra Cotta Pot Pumpkin {Kid Craft}
Halloween Black Cat {Kid Craft}
Halloween Witch {Kid Craft}