Here's an easy, inexpensive way to add style to store-bought pumpkin pails. Paint the eyes, nose and mouth with glue, glitter them a ghoulish hue, and replace the handle with ribbon. How spooktacular is that?
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October 26, 2011
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This is really nice. Well done work fellas.
Posted by: Pattaya Guesthouse | January 07, 2012 at 01:35 PM
OMG Eddie, your cute,crafty and oh so clever. I love this on the cheap idea...especially with 5 kids! I even love this for outside on the porch decor.
As always love your ideas!
MJ
Lucky 7 Design
Posted by: Melanie J | October 31, 2011 at 02:41 PM
I can always trust that you will have the perfect item for the said holiday! You are a wonderful inspiration! Have a great weekend!
Xx
Jamie Herzlinger
Posted by: Jamie Herzlinger | October 30, 2011 at 12:43 AM
Fantastic!!
xsxssx
Posted by: Sandra Jonas | October 29, 2011 at 09:50 AM
Halloween's just not my thing! But I do love your video of the perfectly tied package! Nice to be on board Eddie...thanks for stopping by and saying hi!
Posted by: jacqueline | October 29, 2011 at 08:25 AM
so clever Eddie - love it (we linked to this today on our blog)
Posted by: cinda b | October 28, 2011 at 09:37 AM
Only you Eddie could make a $1 find at Target look good! xx, Kate
Posted by: Kate from Party Resources | October 28, 2011 at 07:17 AM
That purple one is gorgeous! Such a clever idea. You two never cease to amaze me.
xx
Posted by: Perfecting Pru | October 28, 2011 at 03:38 AM
Spooky and chic! Only you could pull this off Eddie!
Posted by: Mimi | October 27, 2011 at 11:21 PM
No stinkin' way! Love this idea. You amaze me! Thank you again for a wonderful fun crafting idea!
Posted by: Jenn-Lee | October 27, 2011 at 10:33 PM
oh my goodness... this is the cutest thing I've ever seen! Totally would not ever think of trying to make plastic into cuteness... but leave it to you! SO smart and fun and creative! The colors are darling... I think that's what I like best.. I can see a grosgrain polka dot ribbon for the handle.. oh the possibilities are endless now that you've started this grand idea!
Jan
Posted by: Jan (The French Tangerine) | October 27, 2011 at 10:27 PM
How do you come up with all these little changes that take things from ordinary to fabulous?! I love it.
Posted by: elz | October 27, 2011 at 09:55 PM
Adorable!!! Love those little pumpkin pails....I am going to do one for my little boy in the classic silver.
Suzanne in CT
Posted by: suzanne spina | October 27, 2011 at 06:45 PM
Love this! I don't think I've ever called a plastic pail cute, but your glittered versions sure are!
Posted by: Paula | October 27, 2011 at 05:11 PM
So sad I missed you at High Point! Hope to meet you both in person one of these days! And if you're ever coming to Seattle, be sure to let me know... antique/flea market tour? xo
Posted by: Marianne {Style For Living} | October 27, 2011 at 01:29 PM
what a cute idea...can't believe the pumpkin pail is only $1..
what a great deal..wish I could go trick-or-treating too!!..
best,
maureen
Posted by: eclectic revisited | October 27, 2011 at 01:01 PM
A very stylish pumpkin!
Posted by: Sharon Taylor | October 27, 2011 at 12:44 PM
I agree with Laura that the dollar Target bins are my first stop in the store. Why don't you do a whole holiday segment with just those bin items. Love it.
Posted by: cj | October 27, 2011 at 12:12 PM
Loved seeing you guys with Liza at Lillian August. It just isn't market if I don't run into you!
xoxo
liz
Posted by: Dovecote Decor | October 27, 2011 at 09:45 AM
Try it with the glow in the dark glitter...paired with the black ....spooky :)
Posted by: Janet Doherty | October 27, 2011 at 09:16 AM
:)
I smiled already at the heading of this post, and I knew you'd serve up something totally fabulous and fun!
I love it!
Have a fantastic Halloween weekend. All my love to J.
xx Charlotta
Posted by: Charlotta | October 27, 2011 at 09:12 AM
Cute! Definately a treat!
LMF.
Posted by: La Maison Fou | October 27, 2011 at 07:52 AM
It is so stylish. I want to make some for my girls to use. Sure hope there are some pumpkins left at Target for me to buy.
Posted by: JennyLynn | October 27, 2011 at 07:41 AM
Love the pails, love Eddie Ross!
Posted by: Sam | October 27, 2011 at 06:18 AM
You are simply magic! Absolutely magic! I never ever would have thought that a plastic pail could be so much fun. Love! Absolutely adored seeing you two at the Hearst party. xoxo!
Posted by: traci zeller designs | October 26, 2011 at 11:01 PM
cool..
Posted by: ann | October 26, 2011 at 08:55 PM
Eddie you can even make a plastic pumpkin pail look wonderful. I swear you have the magic touch, xo Kathysue
Posted by: kathysue | October 26, 2011 at 08:17 PM
Oh my ghouls! What a transformation. I LOVE the green glitter version! xo ebh
Posted by: splendid Market | October 26, 2011 at 08:14 PM
SO cute!! What a great, and simple idea!
One Halloween (before they sold black pumpkins at Michaels) I sprayed three graduated sized to stack on top of each other, I used lino knives to carve B 0 0 and E E K. (one letter on each pumpkin) They have held up perfectly and I use them every year on my Family Room mantle. Love things I can store and use again!
Posted by: Donna Atkinson | October 26, 2011 at 08:05 PM
You never cease to amaze me:)))
Posted by: Lizziefitz | October 26, 2011 at 08:05 PM
only eddie ross could make a cheap plastic pumpkin look this fierce!
love it!
Posted by: Michael - Innkeeper | October 26, 2011 at 08:01 PM
Fun, fun, fun! Where's my candy!?
Posted by: Patti Davis | October 26, 2011 at 08:00 PM
Cute and quick idea! Love anything with glitter!
Posted by: patti | October 26, 2011 at 07:34 PM
Soo amazingly creative. I get excited when I see you have a new post. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com
Posted by: peggy braswell | October 26, 2011 at 07:33 PM
I want to make one with BIG red glittered lips. How fun!
Posted by: Steve@UrbanCottage | October 26, 2011 at 07:28 PM
So simple, fun, and effective -- it's scary!
xo Cathy
Posted by: Stitchfork | October 26, 2011 at 07:24 PM
Adorable! What cute party favors those would make at a little Halloween party. We have a big neighborhood party each year....so next year I'm going to take all your great ideas and volunteer to decorate!!!
xoxo Elizabeth
Posted by: pretty pink tulips | October 26, 2011 at 07:22 PM
Such a cute idea! Thanks for sharing!
~Liz
Posted by: Liz@HoosierHomemade | October 26, 2011 at 07:15 PM
We already have these pails and I'm can't wait to get my glitter on!! Terrific idea, but of course you are full of those:))
Posted by: Carrie Waller | October 26, 2011 at 07:15 PM
The Target dollar bin is the BEST for cheap seasonal goods that you can dress up! I've gotten the coolest rolls of wrapping paper that I use for drawer liner and cute stationary, too. Love the pumpkins!
Posted by: Laura | October 26, 2011 at 07:15 PM
you are brilliant! (but you already knew that)
Posted by: Diane | October 26, 2011 at 07:14 PM
I'm hanging in for the Christmas posts Eddie...sorry...I hate halloween!
Posted by: jacqueline | October 26, 2011 at 07:09 PM
cute and easy. really like the ribbon.
Posted by: a perfect gray | October 26, 2011 at 06:25 PM
yes, indeed better. much better. great idea!
Posted by: bevy | October 26, 2011 at 05:45 PM
Oh I love the glitter pumpkins. Your so smart and creative
love it
Posted by: Curtains in my Tree | October 26, 2011 at 05:36 PM
Is there anything you can't do well? These look like so much fun for kids and easy to do since the eyes and mouth are large, easy to glitter inside the lines. Fun and have a wonderful Halloween!
Posted by: Acquired Objects | October 26, 2011 at 05:34 PM
That is so clever. Perfect holiday gift for nieces and nephews!
Posted by: Ann | October 26, 2011 at 05:10 PM
Adorable. Something fun to do with your child too!
Posted by: Carla@DesignintheWoods | October 26, 2011 at 05:08 PM
I love the purple one!
Posted by: Jessica at Lavender and Lilies | October 26, 2011 at 03:11 PM
Aren't you clever! Can always use another excuse to use up my rainbow pack of glitter
Posted by: The Flying Quiche | October 26, 2011 at 02:53 PM