Ready for a super easy, no-fail fall craft that even your toddler can do? I know most parents, teachers and caregivers are all about simple art projects, especially ones that don’t require advanced art skills. This pumpkin symmetry painting gives kids a cool way to get beautiful results with minimal effort. It may get a little messy so plan accordingly. All you need is cardstock, markers and my FREE printable pumpkin template and you’re ready to create some adorable pumpkins.

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Supplies for Pumpkin Symmetry Painting
- Pumpkin template
- Cricut (optional)
- Paint
- Scissors
- Glue
- Pencil
- Cardstock

Directions
- First, download and print your pumpkin template then cut it out. If you have a Cricut, find any pumpkin image then cut it. This will be your template for the craft.
- Next, fold your pumpkin in half then open the paper and lay it flat on a table.
- Add drops of paint on one side of the pumpkin. Only use a little bit of paint. Smaller children may need help with this step.
- Fold the pumpkin together and lightly press on it to spread the paint.
- Carefully open to reveal a beautiful pumpkin symmetry painting.
- Finally, use a pencil to trace the stem of the pumpkin on green cardstock. Then use glue to attach the stem to the pumpkin symmetry painting.





Watch the video below to see how I made this pumpkin symmetry painting to celebrate the fall season. Make sure to follow me on YouTube for more fun content!
You can find these adorable books about FALL on Amazon (As an Amazon Associate, I’ll earn a commission, at no additional cost to you. This only applies if you click through and make a purchase. Thank you for your support!), your local library or visit your local book shop.
- Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert
- Full of Fall by April Pulley Sayre
- Leaf Jumpers by Carole Gerber
- A Very Big Fall by Emmy Kastner
- The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming
- Awesome Autumn by Bruce Goldstone
- Fallon Favors Fall by Tiffany Obeng
- Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell
- We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger
- Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak










Check out these FALL digital products from my ETSY shop. Your kids will have a great time with these worksheets.
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