The tradition of decorating with carved pumpkins on Halloween dates back to the Celts. Pumpkins are important Halloween decorations that can be used in different ways. You can carve pumpkins to make Jack-o’-lanterns or simply put them into your decoration. Whether it’s your porch, living room, or bedroom, they are just perfect for the spooky festival, inaugurating the fall season.
With modern society winding toward minimalism, people are now getting increasingly interested in easy and simple crafts that don’t require much time, money, and hard work. The rule applies to pumpkin decorations too; this means people keep looking for ideas that are easy to implement and make decorating a fun family affair.
If you’re on a hunt for such Halloween pumpkin crafts, we’ve broken down a few for you. You can make these DIY pumpkin decorations from different materials. From wood pumpkin to paper and concrete, this list covers them all.
DIY Pumpkin Decorations From Paper
Papercraft is an easy and inexpensive way to make pumpkin decorations for Halloween. Our in-house editor shared a tutorial to DIY a paper pumpkin that works well for Halloween and fall. You need to cut the paper stock in a specific pattern and glue them up to make tiny pumpkin centerpieces. They can even be strung up to make a garland perfect to be placed in your living room. Find the full tutorial here.
Easily turn paper stripes into simple and cute pumpkin decorations.
Patterned paper pumpkin with a tree branch twig.
DIY 3D paper pumpkins you can make at home.
Easy tissue paper pumpkin favors are a fantastic treat.
Lighted paper pumpkin Halloween decorations.
Turning old book pages into pumpkin decorations is a basic craft.
Rolled book paper pumpkin for Halloween decoration.
DIY Toilet Paper Pumpkin
If you’re short on time and budget, you can easily make a no-carve pumpkin at home using toilet paper roll and colored fabric. You just need to wrap the toilet paper roll in fabric and secure the crumpled paper bag at the top as its stem.
No-sew toilet paper pumpkin decorations wrapped with fabric.
Shiny DIY pumpkin for fall glam.
Recycling a toilet paper roll into a glittered pumpkin.
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DIY Yarn Pumpkin Decorations
If you do yarn crafts, you will love this one. Just dip the yarn in glue, roll it over a balloon, and let it dry. It is perfect for people looking for a Halloween DIY that involves moderate DIY skills can try to knit or crochet to make a pumpkin. See full details about the yarn pumpkin at Homecrux.
Knitted pumpkin pattern to make one for Halloween.
Perpetual DIY yarn pumpkin with a curved stem.
Easy to make yarn pumpkin is a perfect Halloween craft for kids.
Winding a ball of yarn and adding a pinecone to make pumpkins.
Make yarn pumpkins using a balloon and glue.
Pumpkin Made From Fabric and Felt
Anyone can create adorable Halloween pumpkin decorations with fabric or felt. You just need to tie or sew one end of the fabric to create a sack and stuff it with cotton/polyfill, plastic bags, straw, or old clothes. To create segments like a pumpkin, tie the stuffed bag with threads.
See more details about the DIY project here. If you’re in a hurry, you can make a pumpkin by just cutting a circular fabric piece, stuffing and sewing it like a pumpkin.
Sew a fun fabric pumpkin if you can.
These mini pumpkins are deceptively easy to make with felt.
These fabric pumpkins with seams outside add a rustic look.
Pumpkin Made From burlap
You can craft cool pumpkin decorations from burlap; just use your creativity. You will need to make a burlap ball with cotton stuffing and then wrap twine around it to make the pumpkin. See the tutorial for more details.
Folding a burlap piece into a pumpkin.
DIY shabby vintage burlap pumpkins.
These wonderful little burlap pumpkins are easy to make.
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DIY Concrete Pumpkins
Create concrete pumpkin decorations at home in minutes: fill an old plastic Halloween pumpkin or a silicone mold with the concrete mixture. If you’re using a pumpkin bucket, create space at the center of the planter to place a candle or plant some flowers. Let it dry, and it’s ready to be placed at your front porch or stairway. You can also make one easily by wrapping a small, fake pumpkin with concrete mix.
White concrete can be easily turned into cute pumpkins using a stocking.
Just concrete balls of different sizes, and add a wooden twig.
Concrete pumpkins are a long-lasting fall decoration for your home.
Making concrete pumpkins with sisal rope.
These concrete pumpkin decorations are delightful table centerpieces.
Hand-formed DIY concrete pumpkins.
Concrete painted faux pumpkins with shiny twig and textured surface.
Wood Halloween Pumpkins
You can also make pumpkin decorations for Halloween using pallets and scrap wood. All you need is to have moderate woodworking skills. It is upon you to represent wood like a pumpkin through cutting and painting. In a simple way, you need to mark the design and then cut it in the shape of a pumpkin. You can find a number of pallet wood Halloween decoration ideas to match your interest, skills, space, and budget.
Stacked wood slat pumpkins with twine tags.
These painted wood slices are cutest little pumpkins you’d ever see.
Wood slice decoration has fall pumpkins on one side and a snowman on the other.
Set your front porch decor for fall with reclaimed wood pumpkins.
Wooden box turned to a scary pumpkin with carvings to the front.
Easy and unique DIY driftwood pumpkins for fall décor.
Needlepoint Pumpkin
If you’re craving for unique and beautiful DIY pumpkin ideas, these pumpkins crafted using needlepoint panels are just right for you.
Charming needlepoint pumpkins for adding charming bespoke beauty to your home.
Giant Pumpkin From Trash Bag
Make giant Halloween pumpkin decorations by filling up orange trash bags with old newspaper, paper cutting, or plastic bags.
Trash can be transformed into this simple and fun pumpkin Halloween decoration.
Wine Cork Halloween Pumpkin
Make use of all spare corks hanging around your home to create DIY pumpkin decorations, perfect to lift the table décor up.
These cork pumpkins are fun and festive craft for some wooded, rustic vibe.
This DIY cork pumpkin is perfect for fall and Halloween decoration.
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DIY Moss Pumpkin
Making a moss pumpkin for Halloween is a simple and unique idea. You can easily make one or wrap a real or fake pumpkin in moss to turn it into a cool centerpiece. Use a wood branch for its stem.
This moss pumpkin will look cool and attractive sitting on your table, shelf, or mantel.
DIY Twine Pumpkin
Create tiny pumpkin decorations using twine or rope. Follow the same procedure as done with yarn to create a pumpkin or follow this simple tutorial to make one in a jiffy.
Twine pumpkins are playful activity to try with family and friends this Halloween.
These quirky pumpkins are sure to fit in any fall and Halloween decoration.
Dryer Vent Halloween Pumpkin
Paint a piece of dryer vent in the desired color and bend it in a circular shape to make it look like a pumpkin. Stack more than one pipes to create a pumpkin topiary.
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Sock Halloween Pumpkin Decorations
You’ll need a pair of high-strength wool socks to create this no-carve pumpkin. Stuff them with cotton or polyfill and sew ridges like a pumpkin with thread.
Turn your old socks into these soft and stuffed pumpkins.
Enhance your already vibrant Halloween setting with these adorable stuffed pumpkins for the spooky season.
DIY Pumpkin From Tin Can
Transform old tin cans into some adorable home decoration for Halloween. Just paint it in orange and use a wood stick as its stem. You can also add some ribbon sticker to complete the build.
Recycle tin cans and turn them into these captivating and joyful pumpkins for autumn and Halloween.
Denim Pumpkin
If you have a creative hand, you can make a pumpkin by yourself using unused denim at home. You just need to glue the denim pieces over a fake pumpkin in a creative pattern. See the tutorial for help.
Bring elegance to your Halloween decoration with this stylish and classy denim pumpkin DIY.
Mason Jar Lid Halloween Pumpkin
Take some canning lids and create a circular form to secure all with a thin rope. Decorate with moss, fake leaves and tree branches. See more information at the tutorial.
Create this captivating pumpkin from Mason jar lid and add some fairy lights for a whimsical glow.
Grapevine Pumpkin
Tie 4-5 old unused grapevine wreaths vertically with a rope and unfurl the wreaths to create a pumpkin-like shape. Add light strips for a cool look. See the tutorial here.
If you love fall and Halloween décor, then this easy grapevine pumpkin is a must try.
DIY pumpkin wreath will bring rustic vibes to your Halloween house.
Scrubbing Pad Pumpkin
You can present scrub pads as a pumpkin in your Halloween decoration. Just add a twig as stem and a few fake leaves to complete the look. Check out the tutorial for help.
Instead of throwing away your metal scrubbers, turn them into these tiny pumpkins for Halloween.
Jump on the pumpkin trend with this fun pumpkin craft.
Mini Clay Pumpkins
Nothing is more adorable than a penny-sized pumpkin. Made using air dry clay, orange acrylic color, and brushes, the clay pumpkin is the perfect holiday décor. To watch the full tutorial, click here.
These polymer clay pumpkins are too adorable to be feared.
Balloon Pumpkin
Irrespective of how difficult it may sound, balloon pumpkins are one of the easiest DIY Halloween decorations to beautify your interior. These cute, miniature pumpkins are made from cotton-stuffed balloons. Read the tutorial to make your own DIY Balloon pumpkin at home.
Add this pumpkin patch to your tiered tray and create a stunning festive centerpiece.
Napkin Fold Pumpkin
Make pumpkins the focal point of your dining table with napkin folding techniques. These pumpkin-shaped napkins also double as place card setting. Check out the tutorial for help.
Try folding some napkins into pumpkins for the cozy vibes on the festive table.
Fabric Washi Tape Pumpkin
Make cute pumpkins for Halloween décor using floral Washi tape. You will need mini pumpkins and then wrap up them with the tape for a cool look. See tutorial for more instructions.
Bring life to your fall and Halloween décor with these fabric tape pumpkins.
Recycled Paper Mâché Pumpkin
Making these pumpkins using paper strips will be a fun activity for kids. They simply need to stuff unused papers into a plastic bag to form a small ball. Thereafter, glue paper strips onto the ball and finally paint it orange to give it a pumpkin look. Check out the tutorial for help.
This classic holiday craft will summon the spirit of the festive season.
DIY Wood Bead Pumpkin
If you have unused wood beads at home, you can easily turn the into an adorable farmhouse pumpkin for Halloween. Simply twist the twine, string on beads, and shape into a pumpkin base with a stem. Add faux leaves for decoration. Check out the tutorial for help.
This is the best holiday pumpkin craft to relish the delights of the festive season.
Here is another one with a tea light for illuminating the space in a holiday charm.
DIY Pumpkin Jars
Transform discarded Mason jars into these cute pumpkin decorations. You simply need to paint them I orange and add a twig as stem. Use raffia to tie a knot around the stem for look like leaves. See the tutorial for more details.
This spooky Mason jar pumpkin is a playful Halloween activity to do with kids.
