Hey friends! I wanted to share this sweet and simple way to create some unique pumpkins for your fall decorating.
I love using objects from around the house as I did in my fall tablescape. This is another project where shopping your home doesn’t cost a whole lot (just some time and creativity) and you can make room for some new fall items in your closet too.
Step 1.
Galvanized metal orbs. I had these sitting on a bookshelf in my office. They were originally purchased from Hobby Lobby. If you really wanted to get your DIY on, these industrial pumpkins were constructed by hand.
Step 2.
Search the clothes closet and drawers for some old flannel shirts that have a fall color scheme. I chose three different patterns of plaid for my industrial pumpkins. You could also take a drive over to your closest Goodwill or thrift store and find a few flannels. Scraps of fabric would also work just the same if you have those lying around your craft room.
Step 3.
Once you have your fabric/shirts selected start cutting up scraps and stuffing them into the galvanized orbs. As you fill, shape the fabric inside the orb to maintain the round shape.
Step 4.
Now it is time to create the stem, vines, and leaves. I used a thick pine branch and cut it into several pieces. The pine is easy to cut and gives a nice aroma. The faux leaves were left over from my fall tablescape project. The floral wire was found in our craft room, but can be purchased at any local craft supply store. I curled the wire by wrapping it around a pencil several times.
Step 5.
Step 6.
Add a bed of spanish moss to a wooden tray and place the industrial pumpkins inside. This now becomes a nice centerpiece for a dining table or coffee table. And when the pumpkin season is over, just remove all the fabric and supplies (as none of the supplies were glued down) and return those galvanized orbs to the bookshelf.
What projects are you working on for this fall season?
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Very cute and clever!. This idea would also look nice using the method where you take string and glue it around a balloon in random directions and then pop the balloon when it dries. A project that I would like to do is something with white pumpkins…not sure still thinking 🙂
Great idea Judy! I will have to try the glue and string project as well!
These are so creative and clever!!! Love them..thanks so much for linking them up to the Best of DIY party! 🙂
Nancy
Thank you Nancy! It was a pleasure to link up!
these scrappy industrial pumpkins are so cool and so steam punky lookin! love them, such a great idea!
Thanks so much! I have so much home decor and these were the perfect way to reuse them for seasonal decorating.
Oh my gosh, this looks amazing! I love the finished effect and this is a great way to use up old materials. It looks so pretty too! – Tasha
Thank you Natasha, so glad you like them.
Woah!! These are so cool & unique! As an engineer anything with even a small resemblance to the industrial scrap metal look appeal to me these are no exception. That’s fantastic, thanks so much for linking these up at Welcome Home Wednesdays…I’m still in awe at the simplicity and uniqueness!
Thank you Sam! They really are a cool and simple decorating touch.
These are wonderful! Fabric scraps are plenty in my studio. Now to create or locate some metal orbs. Thanks for the inspiration.
So happy they inspired you Julie! Have a great week.
Oh my goodness….what a great idea! I love their industrial look and yet they still have the great look of fall! Thanks for sharing…..
Blessings,
Lanita
Featured. I love these!! Best wishes for a wonderful weekend. Linda @Crafts a la mode
Thank you for the feature Linda! Have a great week.
I’m always so amazed by you! This looks so good! Pinned and tweeted. I appreciate you taking the time to party with us. I hope to see you on Monday at 7. Happy Saturday! Lou Lou Girls
I never would have thought of putting some items in the metal orbs! So creative!
Thanks for sharing this with us at Talented Tuesday Link Party last week, hope you join us again!
Thank you Kristina!
Such a smart DIY. Thanks for sharing at the Pretty Preppy Party – I’m featuring this on Friday. Thanks for making me feel like fall is here to stay! xx, b
Thank you so much!!
Those are beautiful!! I love the different style that would be perfect for our home! Pinned them!! #HomeMattersParty