To paint a pumpkin, try these tips: - Test latex or acrylic
paints on a hidden spot on the pumpkin. Pumpkins have a waxy
surface that repels some paints. - Use a latex primer if you
want to change the color of the pumpkin. - After the primer has
dried, brush or spray a coat of paint onto the entire pumpkin.
For deeper color, apply a second coat. - Paint designs with
latex or acrylic paint using a fine-tip artist's brush. Or try
an acrylic paint pen for greater control. - Age the surface with
an antiquing stain, if desired. - Apply a coat of polyurethane
to protect the painted design and to make the pumpkin shine.
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The combo of bright colors, polka dots, and glitter adds glam to
artificial pumpkins. See the link below for tips on how to paint
them. How to paint this pumpkin