Chic and Spooky: The Cat Painted Pumpkin You’ll Want on Your Porch This Season
At Bay Baby Produce, we believe Halloween decorations should be just as stylish as they are spooky—and nothing captures both vibes quite like a cat painted pumpkin. This charming and spooky twist on classic pumpkin painting is a must-have for your front porch this season.
Whether you’re hosting a pumpkin painting party, decorating with the kids, or just looking for fun ideas to spruce up your fall décor, our painted pumpkin collections are here to inspire.
Why the Cat Painted Pumpkin Is This Year’s Halloween Must-Have
"A Meowgical Touch for Your Halloween Decor."
"Pumpkins that bring the party—no carving required!"
Buy Now!If you’re searching for pumpkin painting ideas that blend creativity and simplicity, the cat painted pumpkin is purr-fect.
Its simple design makes it an easy pumpkin craft for kids of all ages, yet stylish enough for any modern Halloween aesthetic.
Using materials like black acrylic paint, paint pens, hot glue, and a soft cloth, this painted pumpkin idea comes to life with just a few supplies and a lot of imagination. The design typically features a solid color base—often a black or white pumpkin painted over in black spray paint. Add cat ears to the top of the pumpkin (attach near the bottom of the ear) using felt and hot glue, sketch out cat eyes and a cute cat’s face with a paint pen, and voila! You’ve got a not-so-scary but oh-so-chic Halloween pumpkin.
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Bay Baby Produce’s Collection: More Than Just a Pumpkin
Our curated collection of painted pumpkins brings you more than just one craft pumpkin option. If the cat painted pumpkin has sparked your creativity, you’ll love the variety we offer:
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Painted White Luna Silhouette Pumpkins - These hauntingly beautiful pumpkins feature moonlit black cats and silhouettes—ideal inspiration for your black cat pumpkin carving or painted themes.
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Paint Activity Kits - Everything you need for a pumpkin painting party, including small brushes, paint, and step-by-step instructions. Great for both beginners and seasoned DIYers.
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Día de Muertos Painted Pumpkins - Vividly designed to honor tradition, these works of art go beyond the entire surface and include intricate cat faces and floral patterns.
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Mini Pumpkins and White Minis - These mini pumpkins are ideal for tabletop displays or small-scale decorating. Add a few fake spiders or glitter to complete the look!
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NFL-Licensed Painted Pumpkins - A sporty twist for tailgate season, perfect for porches and fan zones during this time of year.
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Tips for Creating the Perfect Cat Painted Pumpkin
Creating your own black cat pumpkin doesn’t have to involve sharp tools or the hassle of carving pumpkins. Instead, transform a healthy pumpkin into art using paint and a little patience:
Materials You'll Need:
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Black acrylic paint or black spray paint
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Foam brushes or sponge applicators
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Paint pen for fine details like cat eyes and whiskers
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Black felt for cat ears
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Hot glue to attach ears to the top of the pumpkin
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Mod Podge for sealing your design
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Optional: glitter, rhinestones, or even fake spiders
Instructions:
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Wipe down the entire pumpkin with a soft cloth to prep the surface.
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Paint the entire surface in a solid color—black is best for that classic cat look.
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Once dry, glue on the cat ears near the top of the pumpkin.
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Use a paint pen to draw your cat’s face, including eyes, nose, and whiskers.
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Let everything dry completely, then seal with mod podge for extra durability.
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Where to Showcase Your Cat Painted Pumpkin
Place it front and center on your front porch, pair it with smaller pumpkins, large pumpkins, or group several together in a festive scene. Our entire pumpkin collection is perfect for filling your home and yard with playful, seasonal spirit.
At Bay Baby Produce, we make it easy to turn any pumpkin idea into a reality—no carving required. This season, embrace a chic and spooky Halloween with a cat painted pumpkin that’s sure to delight your guests and trick-or-treaters alike.
Ready to get started? Explore our full painted pumpkin collection and find the perfect pumpkin for your porch.