Dollar Store Pumpkin Plate

Once you learn how to paint glassware, you will fall in love with its creativity and simplicity. This fabulous Dollar Store Pumpkin Plate will inspire you this Halloween to create all sorts of unique crafts. Your party guests will wonder what decorating store you bought this from, and they will be shocked when you tell them that you painted it yourself. Only three simple materials are needed to create this Dollar Store Pumpkin Plate, and learning how to paint a plate will show you that you can create a plate for every season.

Primary TechniquePainting

Intermediate

SeasonFall

Materials:

Glass plate
Glass paints – purple, black, orange, turquoise and green
Black puffy paint

Instructions:

Choose a design you like and tape it face down on the front of the place.
Turn the plate over and trace the outline of your image with the black puffy paint.
Allow to dry.
Paint in the sections with the glass paints.
If you plan to do any shading or highlighting, you’ll want to do that first.
You don’t have to be precise painting, if you paint over the puffy paint lines, it won’t show.
You may need three or more coats to make the colors opaque.
Paint black on the back of the plate after the colors have dried. It gives it a finished look.

Why This Halloween Craft is Scary Great!

1. Budget-friendly: One of the main reasons to make the Dollar Store Pumpkin Plate craft project is that it is incredibly budget-friendly. With just a few simple materials from the dollar store, you can create a beautiful and festive plate that looks like it came from a high-end decorating store. This project is perfect for those who want to save money but still want to add a touch of seasonal decor to their home.

2. Creativity and simplicity: Learning how to paint glassware is a fun and creative way to express yourself. The Dollar Store Pumpkin Plate craft project is a great way to unleash your creativity and show off your artistic skills. With just a few simple steps, you can transform a plain glass plate into a stunning piece of art that will impress your party guests.

3. Versatility: Once you learn how to paint a plate, you will discover that the possibilities are endless. You can create plates for every season, occasion, or holiday. The Dollar Store Pumpkin Plate is just the beginning - you can experiment with different designs, colors, and patterns to create custom plates that reflect your personal style. This craft project will inspire you to keep exploring new ideas and trying out different techniques in glass painting.