The cooler weather brings colorful leaves, hayrides and pumpkin spice everything. Crafters know this season begins a run of prime decorating holidays. From Halloween to Harvest Celebrations, pumpkins are front and center.
Get into the season with some fall crafts that go beyond the traditional Jack O'Lantern to a truly unique fall décor. These unique ideas can be crafted from fresh pumpkins for a temporary display or with faux pumpkins for a craft project that lasts for years.
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1. Give it life
Transform your pumpkin into a living piece of art by planting succulents. This no carve pumpkin idea is created by simply securing moss to the top of the pumpkins. Succulents cuttings are added to the moss using basic flower arranging techniques. Gentle misting with water encourages the plants to take root. The arrangement should last through the entire fall without fear of mold or decay. The best part? You can simply lift the moss off the pumpkin and place them into a succulent dish to keep your plants growing. The step-by-step tutorial shows you how to create your own pumpkin succulent decoration.
Transform your pumpkin into a living piece of art by planting succulents. This no carve pumpkin idea is created by simply securing moss to the top of the pumpkins. Succulents cuttings are added to the moss using basic flower arranging techniques. Gentle misting with water encourages the plants to take root. The arrangement should last through the entire fall without fear of mold or decay. The best part? You can simply lift the moss off the pumpkin and place them into a succulent dish to keep your plants growing. The step-by-step tutorial shows you how to create your own pumpkin succulent decoration.
2. DIY mud cloth pumpkins
Using a combination of chalk paint and an oil-based paint pen, you can decorate your pumpkin with a more modern look. In this case, the inspiration look came from mud cloth, but you can use any design of your choosing. Get the full tutorial at Homey Oh My.
Using a combination of chalk paint and an oil-based paint pen, you can decorate your pumpkin with a more modern look. In this case, the inspiration look came from mud cloth, but you can use any design of your choosing. Get the full tutorial at Homey Oh My.
3. Make it elegant
This DIY pumpkin craft combines a bold blue with brilliant gold for an elegant twist on fall décor. Although Lydi uses faux pumpkins for this easy acrylic paint craft, you can also use real pumpkins. Her tutorial shows you how to achieve the look using simple supplies from your local craft store.
This DIY pumpkin craft combines a bold blue with brilliant gold for an elegant twist on fall décor. Although Lydi uses faux pumpkins for this easy acrylic paint craft, you can also use real pumpkins. Her tutorial shows you how to achieve the look using simple supplies from your local craft store.
4. Send a message
Adding a message to a painted pumpkin is an easy task with metallic markers. Lolly Jane showcases her penmanship skills in this easy pumpkin upcycle. She achieves perfect lettering by using a template to lay out her words. The addition of faux magnolia leaves gives this traditional pumpkin a southern twist.
Adding a message to a painted pumpkin is an easy task with metallic markers. Lolly Jane showcases her penmanship skills in this easy pumpkin upcycle. She achieves perfect lettering by using a template to lay out her words. The addition of faux magnolia leaves gives this traditional pumpkin a southern twist.
5. Pumpkin topiary
Carving pumpkins is a large task, and painting pumpkins creates a mess -- especially with little ones around. Want to avoid both and still have pumpkins? This stacked pumpkin topiary requires no scooping and no painting. By using faux craft pumpkins, you can create a quick and easy Halloween decoration. Get the full tutorial at Sand & Sisal.
Carving pumpkins is a large task, and painting pumpkins creates a mess -- especially with little ones around. Want to avoid both and still have pumpkins? This stacked pumpkin topiary requires no scooping and no painting. By using faux craft pumpkins, you can create a quick and easy Halloween decoration. Get the full tutorial at Sand & Sisal.
6. Dust with glitter
Not everything Halloween has to be scary. This beautiful pumpkin reminds us of all things Cinderella. From blue glitter to sparkling butterflies, it leaves everyone mesmerized. Crystal at A Pumpkin and A Princess used Krylon Glitter Blast to create a solid pumpkin of glitter. Follower her step-by-step tutorial to create your own princess pumpkin.
Not everything Halloween has to be scary. This beautiful pumpkin reminds us of all things Cinderella. From blue glitter to sparkling butterflies, it leaves everyone mesmerized. Crystal at A Pumpkin and A Princess used Krylon Glitter Blast to create a solid pumpkin of glitter. Follower her step-by-step tutorial to create your own princess pumpkin.
7. DIY concrete pumpkins
Make a statement on your front porch with these DIY concrete pumpkins. The best part? The entire project can be made in less than 1 hr. Get the full tutorial at Lily Ardor.
Make a statement on your front porch with these DIY concrete pumpkins. The best part? The entire project can be made in less than 1 hr. Get the full tutorial at Lily Ardor.
8. Add colorful sparkles
A trip to your local craft store will reveal many ways to decorate with no carve pumpkin ideas. This creative tutorial at Ooly lists easy ways to combine paint with other craft supplies for truly unique pumpkins. Have you ever wasted time holding a rhinestone in place while it dries? Sam suggests using a quick-drying glue or epoxy to secure rhinestones to a painted pumpkin.
A trip to your local craft store will reveal many ways to decorate with no carve pumpkin ideas. This creative tutorial at Ooly lists easy ways to combine paint with other craft supplies for truly unique pumpkins. Have you ever wasted time holding a rhinestone in place while it dries? Sam suggests using a quick-drying glue or epoxy to secure rhinestones to a painted pumpkin.
9. Use power tools
Anyone who has spent time with tiny little pumpkin carving tools knows it is a slow process. The creative genius at 17 Apart has figured out a quicker way to achieve glowing pumpkin success. Using a handheld drill to drill a pumpkin allows you to create unique patterns. Different bits create differently sized holes. All you need to do is add a light to show off your beautiful design.
Anyone who has spent time with tiny little pumpkin carving tools knows it is a slow process. The creative genius at 17 Apart has figured out a quicker way to achieve glowing pumpkin success. Using a handheld drill to drill a pumpkin allows you to create unique patterns. Different bits create differently sized holes. All you need to do is add a light to show off your beautiful design.
10. Get it glowing
Debbie at One Little Project shows you how to create quick and easy glow-in-the-dark Jack O'Lanterns using glow-in-the-dark paint. This genius idea requires no carving, no candles, and no battery-eating lights. All you need to do is allow the pumpkins time in the sun or other bright light to achieve a hauntingly beautiful glow.
Debbie at One Little Project shows you how to create quick and easy glow-in-the-dark Jack O'Lanterns using glow-in-the-dark paint. This genius idea requires no carving, no candles, and no battery-eating lights. All you need to do is allow the pumpkins time in the sun or other bright light to achieve a hauntingly beautiful glow.
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The endless options in paint, embellishments, and faux pumpkins combine to help you craft customized pumpkins for your home. Share these fall pumpkin inspirations with your friends and family on Facebook!