The Teal Pumpkin Project
As part of creating a more inclusive Halloween for all children – especially those with allergies, the “Teal Pumpkin Project” has inspired people all over the United States to set out a Teal pumpkin on Halloween. This symbol lets families know that they provide a non- food item to include children with allergies.
The FARE (Food Allergy and Research Education) website includes information about the project and a map on which houses can register themselves to let families know what houses are participating.
The website lists suggestions on what non-food treats to include or avoid, as some non-food treat items use latex or wheat based materials that could cause allergic reactions. These items can be purchased in packs from many retailers, including online stores or chains such as the dollar store.
Our Recommendations
Glow sticks, bracelets, or necklaces
Pencils, pens, crayons or markers
Bubbles
Halloween erasers or pencil toppers
Mini Slinkies
Whistles, kazoos, or noisemakers
Bouncy balls
Finger puppets or novelty toys
Coins
Spider rings
Vampire fangs
Mini notepads
Playing cards
Bookmarks
Stickers
Stencils
Pencils, pens, crayons or markers
Bubbles
Halloween erasers or pencil toppers
Mini Slinkies
Whistles, kazoos, or noisemakers
Bouncy balls
Finger puppets or novelty toys
Coins
Spider rings
Vampire fangs
Mini notepads
Playing cards
Bookmarks
Stickers
Stencils
The Teal Pumpkin Project recommends giving children the choice between “candy or prize” when they come to the door. This can be done verbally and or with the use of a physical sign depicting a teal pumpkin as a reminder. We created a free printable sign for you that can be used to indicate you are allergy safe.
You can download your sign here!
Keep the prizes in a separate bowl from the food treats. As an added touch, you could differentiate between non-food treats and food items by packaging them with our personalized Halloween stickers!
Now it is time to get creative with your Teal Pumpkins! The group construction of the Teal Pumpkin can be a great way to teach kids about Halloween inclusion and safety for everyone. You can simply paint a pumpkin a solid teal, or add a fun design!
Here is some of our favorite creative Teal Pumpkins inspiration.
This crocheted pumpkin from Winding Road Crochet is something you can enjoy for years to come!
We are loving this spooky Dracula teal pumpkin shared by DIY network. You can even add your trinkets inside of it!
If you are looking for a more decor related teal pumpkin try this vintage lace pumpkin from Kelly Elko.
This adorable sequined teal pumpkin from squirrelly minds is sure to catch some attention during trick or treat.
If you are still in need of some inspiration check out these great ideas from Pop Sugar!
As always, if you use any of these suggestions, or the printable sign tag us in your photos on social media using the hashtag #rubiandlib
We love seeing how you use our products and suggestions!
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