It's that time of year where everything pumpkin is in: pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin spice muffins, pumpkin pie, and of course, pumpkins themselves!

With pumpkin patches opening up for business, I thought I would compile a few good ideas regarding pumpkin painting for those with young children and don't want to do the carving, or people like me, who will have an easier time with a paintbrush. Since I don't have a clue on what to do, I figured others may not as well! Here are some of my favorite pumpkin paintings!

1. Despicable Me

While I am not a big fan of minions, I really love this outside of the box idea, with the creator using the stems as the hair and for Gru's trademark, pointy nose.

2. Donuts!

Coming from a food lover, and a donut lover on top of that, I love this creative idea! I really like the cake making shows where they make a cake look like an entirely different thing, which is why I think I like this creative, outside of the box idea, too!

3. Popcorn

Another outside of the box idea with popcorn kernels glued on! I love movie theater popcorn (especially paired with all the spooky Halloween movies that come out in October), so this pumpkin is a favorite!

4. Pug-kin!

My favorite dog breed is a pug, so this pug-kin idea is so adorable and I just might have to try and recreate it myself!

5. Tsum Tsum Pumpkins

As a fan of Disney and all things cute, I absolutely love Tsum Tsum, both the game and the stuffed animals themselves! These Tsum Tsum pumpkins are so adorably similar to their stuffed, soft counterparts, also shown in the picture!

If you love painting pumpkins, Pinterest is a great place to check! And if you like carving them better, there are many stencils for all things Disney, other fandoms, and even some quotes. They definitely make these creative pumpkin ideas easier!

Have a fun-filled fall and happy crafting!