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Steps:
1. Cut one end of dowel at an angle for a stem; set aside.
2. Using marking pen, make a dot at the center top and bottom of foam ball. Mark six
evenly space dots around the center, 2-1/2" apart for the 5-inch ball, or 3" apart for the 6-
inch ball. To divide the pumpkin into sections, stretch rubber band around ball, lining it
up with the top and bottom dots and one of the center dots. Following the edge of the
rubber band, draw a line on the foam ball. Repeat, moving the rubber band to align with
each center dot, until all six sections are marked.
3. Using a craft knife, cut a shallow V-shape long the length of each section line. Smooth
and shape indentations with your fingertips.
4. Using serrated knife, cut a thick slice from the top and bottom of pumpkin to flatten. Cut
at a slight angle for a more natural look. (HINT: Wax the knife blade with an old candle
for easier, smother cutting.)
5. Using pencil, poke a 1/2-inch hole for stem in center top of pumpkin.
6. Brush pumpkin with soft brush to remove loose particles. Rub surface smooth with the
bottom of the spoon.
7. Insert wooden skewer into stem hole for a handle. Brush on one or two thick coats of
gesso with a sponge brush; let dry. Sand lightly between coats; wipe with soft brush.
8. Using sponge brush, basecoat the pumpkin and stem with a heavy coat of green. Let dry
and repeat, if needed.
9. Referring to manufacturer's instructions, use the flat brush to apply an even coat of
crackle medium to pumpkin. Let dry 15 to 45 minutes, or until tacky.
10. Using the flat brush, paint a light, even coat of orange over the crackle, using broad
sweeping strokes in several directions. For wider cracks, brush on a heavier coat. Let dry.
11. Apply a coat of matte varnish.
12. Glue stem in hole at an angle. Spiral wrap wire around a pencil, forming tendril. Insert
and glue in pumpkin next to stem.
