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    Home » Crafts

    Rustic Wooden Pumpkins Using Scrap Wood

    October 2, 2016 by Patti Estep 11 Comments

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    Wood pumpkin set of 3 on a decorated fall mantel

    Rustic wooden pumpkins are an easy way to refresh your fall decor by using scraps of wood, and other items you have on hand.

    Rustic wooden pumpkins on a fall decorated mantel.

    Recently I invited my family over for Sunday dinner during the Steeler game. In addition to preparing a great feast, I wanted to decorate our main living area for fall, but I didn't want to spend a lot of time, or money.

    So, while I was bringing out boxes of decorations from the basement, I noticed several scraps of wood near my husband's workbench. This reminded me of the cute rustic wooden pumpkins that I've seen on Pinterest, and I thought they would make an easy craft and a nice, new addition to the mantel.

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    I love the way they turned out. So quick to make, and hey, they were free.

    Three pieces of scrap wood.

    Rustic Wooden Pumpkins Using Scrap Wood

    They started with these random pieces of wood I found in the basement.

    Wooden pumpkins painted with orange base paint.

    After I cleaned them up a bit, I gave them all a base color of orange craft paint. Then using shades of red and brown, played around until I got the look I liked.

    Small branches for pumpkin stems.

    These are bits of wood from a branch that fell in the garden. They made perfect stems for the pumpkins. 

    Green wire curled to look like pumpkin tendrils

    A piece of old wire greenery made great vines. You can easily make these vines, by wrapping them around a paintbrush, or any tapered handle.

    Three rustic wooden pumpkins made from scrap wood.

    They were super simple, fast and didn't cost a dime. Looks like a little pumpkin family. I guess I'm on a trend of family groups. Remember the momma and baby owl wreath I posted recently.

    Decorated mantel for fall.

    Everything on this mantel except for a couple of thrift store finds on the right, came from the basement boxes, or were already somewhere in the house.

    Rustic wooden pumpkins on a fall decorated mantel.

    I love that these rustic wooden pumpkins add such a nice new brightness to the mantel.

    They took very little time to make, so I had plenty of time to clean the house and make dinner, 

    And since they are not Halloween decorations, they can stick around through Thanksgiving.

    And then we'll have Christmas to deal with. 😉

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    P.S. You may also enjoy this easy Wooden Gather Sign for fall or this Welcome Wooden Sign made from contractors shims. You can find them and much more on my DIY Projects page.

     

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    Rustic Wooden Pumpkins Using Scrap Wood

    Gather scrap wood to make the cutest rustic wooden pumpkins. It's a super simple project and a fun addition to your fall and Halloween decor.
    Prep Time20 mins
    Active Time30 mins
    Total Time50 mins
    Course: Fall Decor
    Yield: 3 Wooden Pumpkins
    Author: Patti Estep
    Cost: $3-$5

    Equipment

    • Paint Brush

    Materials

    • Scrap Wood - 3 pieces
    • Wire Greenery
    • Orange Paint
    • Brown Paint
    • Brown Paint
    • Red Paint

    Instructions

    • Gather scrap wood in various rectangle shapes and sizes.
    • Clean them up to remove any dust or dirt.
    • Paint them all a base color of orange craft paint.
    • Use shades of red and brown, until you get the look you like.
    • Use bits of a wood branch to make the stems.
    • Wrap a piece of old wire greenery around a paintbrush to create a vine.
    • Secure them around the pumpkin.
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    About Patti Estep

    Patti is the creator of Hearth and Vine, a home and garden blog filled with projects to inspire your creative side. She loves crafting, gardening, decorating and entertaining at her home in Pennsylvania. When she is not working on a project at home or searching for treasures at nurseries and thrift stores with her girlfriends, you’ll probably find her with family and friends, at a restaurant, or home party enjoying new and different food adventures.

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    1. [email protected]

      October 05, 2016 at 10:05 am

      What a fun project! Such a great idea, thank you for sharing this. Almost all of us have a few pieces of wood to use already.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        October 05, 2016 at 10:17 am

        Hi Lidy,

        I know right? That's what made me love this one. Now I'm thinking about other options on basement trash. 🙂
        Thanks for stopping by,
        Patti

        Reply
    2. Debrashoppeno5

      October 05, 2016 at 9:37 am

      This is my favorite kind of craft. The pumpkins from scrap wood are easy and give a festive air. Pinned

      Reply
    3. Kim - The Hypertufa Gardener

      October 03, 2016 at 9:30 pm

      Those are so cute and make such a lovely setup on the mantle.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        October 04, 2016 at 5:47 am

        Hi Kim,

        The best part is that they cost nothing and come together quickly.
        Thanks for stopping by,
        Patti

        Reply
    4. Carole @ Garden Up Green

      October 02, 2016 at 9:26 am

      I love this - so pretty and it's nice you can enjoy it through November. Scrap wood is the best and where most of my projects transpire from. Great job and I like how you painted them. Super neat!!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        October 02, 2016 at 4:01 pm

        Hi Carole,

        I know you are great with wood projects.
        I'm starting to obsess about making more.
        Thanks for your kind comments as always friend.
        Have a great week!
        Patti

        Reply
    5. Linda at Mixed Kreations

      October 02, 2016 at 8:41 am

      This are super cute! They look really pretty on your fall mantle. I can find lots of fun and easy things to make with scrap wood, so I make the hubby save all pieces.

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        October 02, 2016 at 4:00 pm

        Hi Linda,

        I think I'm going to have to start hording all the scraps around here too!
        Thanks for the kinds comment and have a great week!
        Patti

        Reply
    6. Ann Bailey

      October 02, 2016 at 6:47 am

      How cute - simple and easy! I have to share with my daughter - she'll LOVE this!

      Reply
      • Patti Estep

        October 02, 2016 at 6:56 am

        Hi Ann,

        This would be a great project to make with your daughter and I'm so glad you like it!
        Have a great week!
        Patti

        Reply

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