Watermelon Jack-O-Lantern Paper Plate Craft
May 31, 2026
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This Watermelon Jack-O-Lantern paper plate craft is a fun and unique twist on a regular jack-o-lantern craft for kids! Instead of using a pumpkin, kids will create their jack-o-lantern from a paper plate decorated to look like a watermelon. This paper plate craft is a great summerween activity or Halloween craft.
And, if you’re looking for a yummy snack to eat while making your watermelon jack-o-lantern paper plate craft, try these spooky ice cream sandwiches! They are so easy to make and taste incredible!
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What You’ll Need For This Watermelon Jack-O-Lantern Craft
How To Make A Watermelon Jack-O-Lantern Paper Plate Craft
Squeeze dark green and light green paint onto a paper plate. Or, you can use another paper plate or art palette to hold the paint.
Use a paintbrush to spread the colors across the plate, blending them together to create a watermelon rind effect. Alternatively, you can paint the paper plate light green, then add in the dark green details when it’s dry.
Set the plate aside and allow the paint to dry completely.
Cut two triangle eyes, a triangle nose, and a jack-o’-lantern mouth from red construction paper.
Arrange the face pieces on the painted plate.
Glue the face pieces in place.
Variations For This Jack-O-Lantern Craft
Use glow-in-the-dark paint to resemble a jack-o-lantern with a candle inside. You can also use a clear coat of glow-in-the-dark paint on the jack-o-lantern face to make it look similar to a real one!
No construction paper? Use red or pink paint to paint the face on the paper plate. Or, draw it on with a pencil and cut it out! An adult may need to help cut the face out, if you choose this version.
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Ghost Rice Krispie Treats– Turn rice cereal into an adorable ghost topped with white chocolate! These look so cute and kids and adults always compliment them!
Cauldron Brownie Bites– Turn regular brownie bites into an overflowing cauldron for a spooky dessert everyone will love!
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Witch’s Broomstick Painting– Make a small broomstick to use as a paintbrush! This is a fun way to create a spooky painting in a unique way.
Pumpkin Popsicle Stick Craft– Make a pumpkin out of popsicle sticks! And, if you’re making it for summerween, change the color of the pumpkin to pink or green and red, like this watermelon jack-o-lantern!
Watermelon Jack-O-Lantern Paper Plate Craft
This watermelon jack-o-lantern paper plate craft is perfect for Halloween and Summerween! A fun and easy spooky summer craft for toddlers and preschoolers.
- Prep Time: 5
- Total Time: 15 + dry time
- Category: Crafts, DIY, Halloween, Summerween
- Method: Step-by-Step
Materials
● Paper plate
● Dark green paint
● Light green paint
● Paintbrush
● Red construction paper
● Scissors
● Glue
Instructions
1. Squeeze dark green and light green paint onto a paper plate.
2. Use a paintbrush to spread the colors across the plate, blending them together to create a watermelon rind effect.
3. Set the plate aside and allow the paint to dry completely.
4. Cut two triangle eyes, a triangle nose, and a jack-o’-lantern mouth from red construction paper.
5. Arrange the face pieces on the painted plate.
6. Glue the face pieces in place.
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