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Time Required :
About an hour
Intermediate
Intermediate
You're somewhat experienced with the skills necessary to complete this project, but you haven't mastered all the elements, yet.

fall décor guide: craft pumpkin drink cooler

Make this easy Craft Pumpkin Drink Cooler to disguise your drink bucket. It’s easy and your guests will definitely notice at your Halloween party drink station.
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Print Project

Step 1

Cut the top section of your craft pumpkin off using a hot knife. The top section will not be needed.

Step 2

Paint the inside of the craft pumpkin with black paint and let dry.

Step 3

Paint over the black with a waterproof sealer, such as Mod Podge® Outdoor.

TIP: This will seal the inside but does not make the pumpkin food safe. Let dry.

Step 4

Hot glue spiders onto the outside of your pumpkin.

Step 5
Insert a drink bucket (or a plastic bag) to line the pumpkin. Add ice and fill with bottled drinks.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    Mod Podge® Outdoor

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    Multi-Surface Premium Satin Acrylic Paint by Craft Smart®, 2oz.

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Tools
Tools
 
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    Walnut Hollow® Professional HotKnife

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    Low Temp Mini Glue Gun by Craft Smart®

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    Foam Brush by Craft Smart®

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You’ll Also Need
  • Drink Bucket (or Plastic Bag)
  • Bottled Drinks
  • Ice
Instructions
Step 1

Cut the top section of your craft pumpkin off using a hot knife. The top section will not be needed.

Step 2

Paint the inside of the craft pumpkin with black paint and let dry.

Step 3

Paint over the black with a waterproof sealer, such as Mod Podge® Outdoor.

TIP: This will seal the inside but does not make the pumpkin food safe. Let dry.

Step 4

Hot glue spiders onto the outside of your pumpkin.

Step 5
Insert a drink bucket (or a plastic bag) to line the pumpkin. Add ice and fill with bottled drinks.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels
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