Halloween: Our Top Pumpkin Picks!

Autumn is well under way, and it's that time of year for pumpkins!

This year we're going to share the most unusual pumpkin decorating ideas, including several 'no carve' options. 

Way back as a student on halls of residence, we carved up a Voldemort, Pikachu and Princess Peach pumpkin. There are so many templates online to have a go at, and it's so much fun! Just search 'pumpkin carving templates,' pick up a carving kit from your local supermarket and GO!

This year however, we're keen on the no-carve pumpkin trend! It's time to step up your pumpkin game...

Who says Halloween can't be pretty?!

1. This DIY tissue paper pumpkin (found here)

2. These paint dipped pumpkins

3. These gold sequin pumpkins -DROOL-

4. Did someone say OMBRE pumpkins? (Click here)

5. Wrapping paper + mod podge pumpkins...

6. Marble painted pumpkins, yup!

7. Aaaaaaand finally, these gold confetti pumpkins!

Will you be pumpkin decorating this year?!

Viva La Hama!

'Fess up, who remembers playing with Perler beads as a child? I probably have a photo of myself tucked away in the attic, pegboard carefully balanced on knee and the look of utmost concentration on my face - as if placing each colour in the exact right spot were a life or death situation. 

This month I decided to get playful, combining modern geometric pattern, colour and design with the childhood nostalgia of Perler beads.

If you follow me on Instagram, you may have already seen my patchwork of Perler hexagon coasters.

The clashing patterns and colours makes my heart race. Eek!

I will be adding up custom sets on Etsy veeeeery soon (because these are SURE to brighten up your house on a rainy day and get your visitors talking!).

If you want to rediscover this childhood classic and have a go at some designs yourself, you can get a whole range of colours from Amazon. Even ones you couldn't imagine getting in the 90s, like neon pink! 

Show us your creations in the comments or tag us on social media with #vivalahama!