These Easy Glitter Pumpkins Look Totally High-End

Create stunning DIY glitter pumpkins using chalk paint, Mod Podge, and Diamond Dust. A quick and customizable fall craft perfect for your seasonal decor.

Let’s be honest — fall crafts are some of the most fun to make. And when you add a little sparkle? Even better.

If you’re looking for a stylish way to decorate for autumn (without spending hours or tons of money), these DIY glitter pumpkins are going to be right up your alley.

They’re made with foam pumpkins, chalk finish paint, Mod Podge, and glitter. But not just any glitter—Diamond Dust. It’s a type of crushed glass glitter that catches the light in the prettiest, most subtle way.

That said, if you don’t have Diamond Dust or want to keep it super kid-friendly, you can totally use your favorite craft glitter instead. This technique works either way!

What I love about this project – besides how easy it is – is how customizable it is. Want soft neutrals? Go for grays and creams. Love a moody vibe? Try deep blues or plum.

You can mix and match to your heart’s content, and the glitter gives it that perfect little “pop” on a mantel, shelf, or Thanksgiving table.

Best part? These glitter pumpkins only take about an hour or two to make (not counting dry time). So if you’ve got little ones running around or just need a quick win, this is one fall decor idea you’ll actually have time to do.

Let’s dive into how to make these sparkling beauties! Get the printable how to card below:

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Glitter Pumpkin DIY

Learn how to make these pumpkin decorations with chalk paint, Mod Podge, and diamond dust!

Prep Time20 minutes mins

Active Time1 hour hr 40 minutes mins

Dry Time2 hours hrs

Total Time4 hours hrs

Yield: 3 pumpkins

Cost: $12

Equipment

• Paintbrush(es)

Materials

• Mod Podge Matte
• Chalk paint
• 3 Foam pumpkins
• Diamond Dust

Instructions

• Paint two coats of chalk paint on each pumpkin using the brush. Let dry between each.
  
• Add Mod Podge to the areas that you plan to add Diamond Dust. Sprinkle the glitter directly on the wet Mod Podge (it will dry clear).

  I worked about 1/4 of the foam pumpkin at one time. You'll paint down the sections of the pumpkin and then move onto step 3.
  
• Repeat until all areas of the pumpkin that you would like to accent are covered. Let pumpkins dry completely before displaying.

Video

Notes

I had Matte Mod Podge in my supplies photo but I ended up changing it to Gloss Mod Podge to make the Diamond Dust area a little more shiny.

Thanks for checking out my new autumn pumpkin decor for my home! This craft is part of our fall crafts for adults, Thanksgiving crafts for adults, and Dollar Tree fall crafts. I’d also love to you to check out these other projects I’ve made with Mod Podge for autumn:

Confetti Pumpkins • Decorating Pumpkins (75+ Ideas!) • DIY Leaf Bowl • DIY Nautical Pumpkin • DIY Pumpkin Seed Art • DIY Wood Pumpkins • Fall Leaves Frame • Glitter Acorn Decor • How to Dry Acorns • How to Paint Acorns • How to Preserve Leaves • Mod Podge Map Pumpkins • Paper Mache Pumpkins • Wood Pumpkin Decor