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    Rustic Scrap Wood Pumpkins

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Aug 27, 2015 · Modified: Mar 25, 2021 by Dee

    I may be pushing things a little bit, but I have another fall wood craft to share today. After making those wooden apples last week, I decided to get started on some pumpkins. And yes, I do realize it's still early, but I'm pretty much done with the summer heat already. So I made these rustic scrap wood pumpkins, and now I can't wait to put them out!

    diy pumpkins made from 2x6 wood blocks

    What is it about the seasons changing that gets us so excited? We couldn't wait for summer, and now, fall just can't come fast enough. I know the heat definitely has me waiting for sweater weather, although it'll be a good while before we need another layer of clothing here in the desert!

    But anyway, it doesn't take much to get me excited about fall crafts, and pumpkins are aways fun to make!

    These pumpkins are slightly different than the apples or the Jack-o-lanterns I made last year. They're made from a 2 x 6 wooden board instead of a 2 x 4, so they're a little wider than the others, but they're still super easy to make.

    How to Make Rustic Scrap Wood Pumpkins 

    Supplies Needed

    • 3 2 x 6 wood pieces cut into varying lengths
    • Twigs or sticks for the stems
    • Orange craft paint and some brown paint
    • Glue
    • Twine
    • Scissors
    • Sandpaper


    supplies for making scrap wood pumpkins
     

    Directions

    First, I had Hubby cut more wood twigs from the bougainvillea outside, and then, we glued them to the top of the wood blocks.
     
    2x6 wood blocks with stems
     
    I wanted these pumpkins to look like they were made from old wood, so I used the brown paint around the edges and in different spots on the wood. Then, I painted over the brown with the orange paint.
     
    orange and brown paint on rustic wood pumpkins
     
    I sanded the edges a little bit to make the pumpkins a little more rustic. My kids always 
    tease me when I do this because they don't share my love of anything rustic or vintage..  
     
    After that, I tied a combination of green and brown twine around the stems to mimic the appearance of vines and leaves.
     
    twine leaves on wood pumpkins
    Voila, c'est tout! That's all you need to do to make a few rustic scrap wood pumpkins!
    painted scrap wood pumpkins for fall crafts
     
    When it gets closer to Halloween, I'll pull out the Jack-o-lanterns, but for now, these guys look so cute next to the wood apples. And, I'm definitely in the mood for fall!
    DIY Rustic Scrap Wood Pumpkins
     
    Thanks so much for stopping by today!
     
     
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    1. Mar C @mypaintbucketlist.com says

      September 03, 2015 at 8:00 pm

      What a cute idea! So fun and so many ways to use it! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    2. A Cup Full of Sass says

      September 02, 2015 at 8:51 pm

      Such a cute idea!! Thank you for sharing on the Monday Funday Party! Pinning to our group board.

      Reply
    3. Dee M says

      August 28, 2015 at 8:22 pm

      Thank you so much! I love bright colors in the fall. 🙂

      Reply
    4. Dee M says

      August 28, 2015 at 8:21 pm

      He probably does! I can't wait to see what yours look like. 🙂

      Reply
    5. Dee M says

      August 28, 2015 at 8:20 pm

      I've saved so much by making my own decorations, and it's fun to do, as well. I'm just happy to be inspired again. 🙂

      Reply
    6. Alexis Rochester says

      August 28, 2015 at 8:06 pm

      These look great! I made some scrap wood pumpkins a few years ago and still use them for outdoor decorations in the fall. I got the inspiration from a thrift store I was in, the person had used old scraps from a tree trunk, so it was round. Theirs were huge! But really expensive, so I decided to make my own. Thanks for the inspiration, I need to get mine out and start decorating!

      Reply
    7. Carol says

      August 28, 2015 at 8:06 pm

      These are so cute, Dee! I'm showing The Man, so he can look through his wood stash! I'm sure he has something that needs cutting up....lol!

      Reply
    8. Heart says

      August 28, 2015 at 8:06 pm

      I love the orange color of the pumpkin. Bright and stunning.

      Reply
    9. Dee M says

      August 28, 2015 at 6:22 am

      That would definitely be unique! 🙂

      Reply
    10. Dee M says

      August 28, 2015 at 6:20 am

      They are so easy, Chloe, and anyone can do these! 🙂

      Reply
    11. Dee M says

      August 28, 2015 at 6:19 am

      Thanks, Elizabeth! I am so ready for the cooler temps of fall. 🙂

      Reply
    12. Dee M says

      August 28, 2015 at 6:18 am

      Thanks, Laurie. I found the green twine at Michael's, and I've never seen it before this either.

      Reply
    13. Jan Lauterbach says

      August 28, 2015 at 6:17 am

      I was thinking maybe putting some air plants for the stem.

      Reply
    14. Chloe Crabtree says

      August 28, 2015 at 12:41 am

      These are so cute and look like something even I could manage to do!

      Reply
    15. Laurie says

      August 27, 2015 at 11:23 pm

      I love scrap wood pumpkins! Yours are adorable! I have never seen green twine around here . . . but then, maybe I've never actually looked! Love the mix of the green and natural twine. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    16. Elizabeth says

      August 27, 2015 at 11:23 pm

      I love your wooden pumpkins! I agree with you, I am so over summer and ready for fall to begin !

      Reply

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