To celebrate the rich, warm colors of the season, I decided to spruce up my front porch with some gardening. So I got some lovely mums, pansies, and coleus, displayed with the help of these diy twine pumpkins that were so simple to make. They add a lovely rustic charm to any outdoor space.
Supplies for Your Pumpkin Project
You can find simple supplies for this craft at your local craft store or even the Dollar Tree. Here is what you will need to decide to make this project:
- Artificial pumpkins (a large pumpkin for the planter and little pumpkins for accents)
- Jute twine or rope around different thicknesses (small twine vs larger twine)
- Outdoor Mod Podge and brushes
- Special saw for carving (if making a planter)
- Optional: Hot glue gun and glue sticks for faster adhesion on stems
- Plants like mums or coleus
Make Easy Fall Twine Striped Pumpkins
I bought some artificial pumpkins, special saws for carving artificial pumpkins, Outdoor Mod Podge, jute, and brushes (foam or bristle work well). This would also work (maybe even better for the outdoors) with a ceramic pumpkin. I will keep my eye out for some after Halloween when they go on sale! I also couldn’t resist these little faux baby pumpkins to add at the end.
Step 1: Carving the Planter
For the large pumpkin, I’m going to put a potted plant inside. So I used a saw to cut out a hole in the center of the pumpkin. If you are just making twine pumpkins for decoration and not as planters, you can skip this step.
Step 2: Applying the Twine Design
Then I brushed on some Outdoor Mod Podge on top of the twine bundle as I positioned it at a diagonal on the pumpkin. I formed a lattice design, going the other direction to create twine loops. As that started to dry, I brushed the entire outside with a light coat of Outdoor Mod Podge. Use more Outdoor Mod Podge to glue the ends inside, and on the entire inside as well. Or, you could use a polyurethane spray to protect it.
For the smaller pumpkin, I kept it as is, and just Mod Podged the piece of twine along the grooves of the pumpkin. Again, as it dries, brush a light layer of Outdoor Mod Podge all over the outside. You can also wrap the twine around the stem using a hot glue gun to secure the knot at one end of the twine.
Step 3: Planting and Styling
I repotted the coleus, mums, and pansies into a larger pot. I love how the coleus drapes over the sides. Then I repotted another mum plant into a slightly larger pot that would fit into the pumpkin, put a dish at the bottom of the pumpkin, and put that pot inside. I also decorated the large pot with the baby pumpkins. This creates a beautiful vignette for your porch.
My family has been using potting mixes for as long as I can remember. Since I am not able to do in-ground gardening in our current home, I rely on potting mixes to keep up my plants. You know me…I need all the help I can get when it comes to plants, so I love that quality mixes feed continuously for months and provide good air flow.
More Ways to Decorate with Twine Pumpkins
These adorable twine pumpkins aren’t just for the porch. Here are a few ways to style them indoors to decorate for the season:
- Mantel Display: Place small twine pumpkins alongside a fall wreath on your mantel for a cozy look.
- Table Centerpiece: Use thin twine to wrap smaller gourds and place them in a bowl or on a tray.
- Paper Towel Roll Hack: If you don’t have pumpkins, you can create a toilet paper roll or paper towel roll pumpkin by wrapping fabric and twine around the roll for a soft, plush look.
- Rustic Vignette: Combine your diy pumpkin with pinecones, pampas grass, and wood slices to add an extra touch of fall to any room.
Whether you make these twine pumpkins for a party or just for home decor, they are a fantastic diy project to welcome autumn.
Conclusion
Hey friends! Fall is just around the corner, and that means pumpkins! If you’re like us, you love to start fall decorating as soon as the leaves start to change color. But, if you’re a beginner when it comes to pumpkin decorating, we’ve got just the tutorial for you. We hope you enjoyed learning how to make these Easy Fall Twine Striped Pumpkins. So, whether you’re a seasoned decorator looking for a new challenge, or just want to make some adorable pumpkins for your Thanksgiving table, this pumpkin project is perfect for you!
FAQs
Q: What is an easy fall craft using twine pumpkins for fall?
A: An easy fall craft is wrapping plastic or foam pumpkins with natural jute twine to create rustic twine pumpkins for fall; this simple project suits beginners and can be completed in under an hour using hot glue, twine, and a few embellishments to make adorable seasonal decor.
Q: How do I start—what are the basic steps to make a twine pumpkin?
A: The basic steps to make a twine pumpkin are: choose a pumpkin base (foam, plastic, or real), secure one end of the twine at the top with hot glue, wrap the twine around the pumpkin covering it evenly, add glue as needed, create grooves or ridges with tighter wrapping for dimension, and finish with a stem or decorative twig glued into the center of the twine pumpkin.
Q: Can children help with this fall craft and how can I make it kid-friendly?
A: Yes—this easy fall craft can be adapted for kids by using craft glue or a low-temperature glue gun, pre-cut twine lengths, and foam pumpkins that are lightweight; supervise when necessary and let children make adorable designs with ribbons, paint, or safe embellishments.
Q: What materials and tools do I need to make adorable twine pumpkins for my mantel?
A: Materials include twine or jute, foam or plastic pumpkins that pumpkins fit the twine well, hot glue or craft glue, a faux stem or twig for the center of the twine pumpkin, scissors, and optional decorations like ribbon, beads, or paint to make adorable finishing touches.
Q: How do I attach the stem and ensure it stays in the center of the twine pumpkin?
A: To ensure the stem stays centered, leave a small opening or create a reinforced spot at the top during the wrapping process, apply a generous dab of hot glue into that center of the twine pumpkin, then press a wooden stem, twig, or recycled pumpkin stem into place and hold until secure.
