10 Easy and Mess-Free Pumpkin Painting Ideas for Kids

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Pumpkin carving is messy and can be pretty dangerous for young kids and toddlers. If you are looking for some mess-free pumpkin painting ideas, this list has got just what you need.

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1) Unicorn Painted Pumpkin

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2) Polka Dot Painted Pumpkin

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3) Two-Faced Pumpkin

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4) Fingerprint Painted Pumpkin

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5) Glow in the Dark Painted Pumpkins

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6) Rubber Band Resist Pumpkin

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