It’s another SWEET, unique craft idea from Glued To My Crafts!
Keep scrolling to learn more about this Pom Pom Painted Pumpkin Cupcake idea that is going to bring some smiles your way this fall season!
Welcome friends! I’m so excited to be finally sharing this latest {and rather unique!} cupcake craft idea from me. I’ve actually been sitting on this idea for quite some time {since spring actually} but I think NOW, that we are closer to fall, it’s the perfect time to finally reveal it! Just in time for you to plan those autumn activities – hint hint!
On that note, after printing our free cupcake liner file {that you will find for free below in the supply list} all you need is a pom pom, wooden clothespin, some orange craft paint and a little bit of black cardstock paper to recreate this sweet treat. That’s it! Very basic materials, you probably have on handy already, it’s just a matter of pulling them out and “baking” up your own paper pumpkin cupcake creations on the kitchen table.
Our latest tutorial is a very unique spin than the traditional crafts this time of year and we seriously hope you love our jack-o-lantern pumpkin cupcake idea as much as we do sharing it with you all!
So without further ado, hopefully this creative jack-o-lantern paper craft idea will help your child create some awesome pieces to show off on the fridge today. I’m also pretty sure this idea is going to be a hit in your home and you will want to join in on the fun as well! Hopefully it’s a sweet craft idea to add to your upcoming Halloween celebration plans as well!
You’re never too old for show and tell! Be sure to snap a few pictures afterwards of your creations and share them with us on Facebook or tag us on Instagram. We LOVE hearing and seeing from our lovely readers! Come make our day and share with us! #gluedtomycrafts
MORE FALL CRAFT TUTORIALS ON GLUED TO MY CRAFTS: Popsicle Stick Pumpkins and Paper Plate & Yarn Pumpkin
Craft Supplies:
- FREE Cupcake Printable Template {GRAB THE FREE FILE ON BOX.COM}
- Color Printer
- White Cardstock Paper
- Black Cardstock Paper
- Orange Craft Paint
- Small Paper Plate
- Wooden Clothespin
- Medium Sized Pom Pom {any color}
- Large Green Pom Pom {for the pumpkin stem/cherry on top}
- Kid Scissors
- School Glue
Directions:
- First print the free cupcake template listed above in the supply list. You only need ONE print per craft.
- Next “pinch” your medium sized pom pom in the clothespin. This is now your paint brush.
- Squirt some orange craft paint on the paper plate.
- Dip the pom pom in the craft paint, then on the printable, just above the cupcake liner.
- Repeat under you have the desired “cupcake frosting” look you want. You can make your pumpkin frosting as tall or as thin as you like!
- To finish off the Pom Pom Pumpkin Cupcake kid craft, cut out some jack-o-lantern eyes/mouth out of the black cardstock {or use wiggle eyes} and glue those pieces on top of the painted design. At this point in time you can also glue on the green “pom pom” as the stem/cherry on top, that will really tie the theme together.
- When done crafting, allow it all to dry completely before you display it proudly for ALL to see!
- Then snap a few pictures and share them with us on our Facebook page to admire!
PAIR YOUR PUMPKIN ART PROJECT WITH OUR —> Stained Glass Pumpkin
Pumpkin Jokes:
Q: Why was Cinderella not very good at tennis?
A: Because her coach was a pumpkin!
Q: How do gourds get so strong?
A: By pumpkin iron!
Q: Why do pumpkins sit by people’s doorsteps?
A: Because they have no hands to knock on the door!
PAIR YOUR FINISHED CRAFT WITH —> Paper Plate Pumpkin Fairy House
For crafty memories kids will treasure long past the fall season – please check out our popular Wood Slice Pumpkin Keepsake and Broccoli Stamped Fall Tree posts. Both of which would pair nicely with today’s DIY – hint hint!
Also – don’t forget to join our private Glued To My Crafts community on Facebook! There you will find TONS of inspiring tutorials for the autumn season! It’s also a great place to share pictures of your pom pom frosted pumpkin cupcake creations! #gluedtomycrafts

Pom Pom Painted Pumpkin Cupcake
- 1 Medium Sized Pom Pom
- White Cardstock Paper
- Black Cardstock Paper
- Orange Craft Paint
- 1 Green Pom Pom
Instructions
- First print out our provided printable, in color, on a single sheet of white cardstock paper. You only need one print per craft.
- Next "pinch" your medium sized pom pom in the clothespin. This is now your paint brush.
- Squirt some orange craft paint on the paper plate.
- Dip the pom pom in the craft paint, then on the printable, just above the cupcake liner.
- Repeat under you have the desired "cupcake frosting" look you want. You can make your pumpkin frosting as tall or as thin as you like!
- To finish off the Pom Pom Pumpkin Cupcake kid craft, cut out some jack-o-lantern eyes/mouth out of the black cardstock {or use wiggle eyes} and glue those pieces on top of the painted design. At this point in time you can also glue on the green "pom pom" as the stem/cherry on top, that will really tie the theme together.
- When done crafting, allow it all to dry completely before you display it proudly for ALL to see!