The contest submission date runs from September 27^th through October 24^st. After the submission period ends several craft celebrities, will narrow down the entries to the top twenty pumpkins. The craft celebrities will include Cathie & Steve, Amy Anderson, and Rachel Faucett. Then from October 26^th – 28^th it will be the public’s time to cast their vote on the top 20. The winners will be announced on October 31^st.

Prizes include:

1^st Place: $100 cash & $200 worth of Plaid products

2^nd Place: $50 cash & $150 worth of Plaid products

3^rd Place: $25 cash & $75 worth of Plaid products

We also will award three superlative prizes of Plaid products valued at $25 retail. These prizes will be awarded to the Funniest, Scariest, and Most Decorative.

To enter the contest and see the complete rules click HERE!

Bats, Spiders, and Pumpkins…ohh my! Looking for a great way to decorate your pumpkins, try using chalkboard paint. Chalkboard paint is a great craft supply for kids to create with. It allows them to draw on a surface, and gives them the option to erase their work if they want. Check out these chalkboard pumpkins, how cute are they? Have your kids make these, and add funny and creative faces to them. All the materials you will need for this project is below. To see the complete instructions click here. 

PLAID Supplies

·        FolkArt ® Chalkboard Paint - Black, 8 oz.

·        FolkArt ® Acrylic Colors - Licorice, 2 oz.

Other Supplies

1” flat brush
2 sheets stiff black felt
Thick black pipe cleaners
Craft knife