Project Guides

How to Make a Pumpkin

This guide explains how to sculpt a realistic pumpkin from a polystyrene sphere. It covers preparing the foam, marking and cutting the segment grooves, gluing the halves, filling and sanding joints, and sealing the surface with diluted PVA or foam coat. Step-by-step instructions detail how to paint the pumpkin with acrylics, add shading in the grooves, and finish with a stem, leaves, and tendrils. Designed for beginners, the guide provides a simple, effective method for creating seasonal props and decorations from lightweight foam.