It doesn’t get much easier than this Framed Pumpkin! Such a fun fall decoration, and it takes just minutes to make!
It is the first day of September. You know what that means?
It means I can now decorate for FALL! Hooray!
I mean I love summer and all. Love it. But it’s really not all that fun to decorate for. You’ve got the 4th of July, but besides that. . . nothing.
Fall on the other hand is awesome for decorating. The fun textures. The leaves. The lovely colors. And best of all–the PUMPKINS. I don’t know why exactly, but I’m crazy for pumpkins. Tall pumpkins, short round pumpkins, orange pumpkins, white pumpkins, heck even square pumpkins. I love them all.
I love coming up with new ways to decorate with pumpkins. A couple years ago, I saw some framed fruit at The Rachel Berry Blog. Thought it was awesome. It’s been bookmarked ever since. I finally got around to using her idea. Thanks Rachel! Instead of using lemons or apples, I used a pumpkin.
I found my pumpkin at the dollar store last year. I used a serrated knife to cut off the back third of it so I’d have a flat surface. Then I added just a little bit of orange spray paint to spruce up the color a little. Then I rubbed it down with brown ink. (I just used this ink pad.) Pulled a frame from my stash and spray painted it with Krylon black satin. Attached some scrapbook paper to the glass, and glued my pumpkin to the front. Easy peasy! I thought it needed a little something, so I added a ribbon to the stem.
It looks stinkin’ cute sitting on my entry table against my apothecary lamp.
Now I just need to fill the rest of the table. 😉
Love fall decor? Here are a few more projects to try!
Book Page Pumpkin
Framed Blessings Sign
Rustic Fall Centerpiece with Acorns
Fall Bookpage Wreath
sharon
March 17, 2017 at 7:00 pmLOVE THE PUMPKIN.SO NICE TO HAVE SOMETHING THAT’S NOT FLAT. CANT WAIT 2 TRY THIS..EASY PEASY. THANK YOU.
vickie
August 26, 2015 at 2:20 pmthis is such a cute idea for; teachers, friends anyone thank you so much
Michelle
October 14, 2012 at 6:11 amwhat the pumpkin made out of? What did you use to cut it with?
Alese
October 2, 2012 at 8:06 pmSo Cute! I blog over at http://2crafty4myskirt.blogspot.com/ This Thursday I will be posting a round up of handmade pumpkins. I plan to include this project with a link to your tutorial. Please let me know if you are not OK with that. Great work!
Roxanne
September 28, 2012 at 2:06 pmI love this, I just located it on Pinterest and I would love for you to link this project up on my site to share with my other lovely followers. http://mommynmeblog.com/2012/09/perfect-pumpkin-week/
Bea
October 14, 2011 at 12:47 pmYour entry table decor is very festive and very FALL! Thanks so much for sharing your creative ideas; could you please let us know where you purchased the perfect lamp? HAPPY HARVEST!
Sarah @ Scissors and a Whisk
September 18, 2011 at 9:38 amWhat did you cut the pumpkin with?
Nikki
September 13, 2011 at 12:03 pmthis is really cute! I love it!
Nikki
September 13, 2011 at 12:04 pmI also wanted to invite you would share this and/or any other projects you have been up to at Tuesday Talent Show at Chef In Training! Thanks so much and I hope to see you there!
-Nikki
http://chef-n-training.blogspot.com/
Tricia @ SweeterThanSweets
September 10, 2011 at 7:57 amAdorable! This is a brilliant idea. Love it all. Off to Pin it!
(via Someday Crafts)
Kim@todayismysome-day
September 9, 2011 at 7:16 pmLove the way this pumpkin “pops” outta the frame! Very cute! And that lamp…I have to browse your blog to see if there’s a tutorial! Came over via A Little Tipsy DIY under $5
Alison
September 8, 2011 at 4:35 pmKara my dear! I featured this today!
http://www.oopseydaisyblog.com/2011/09/wednesdays-wowzers-yes-its-really-thursday.html
You are so incredible. I am STILL wanting to do this very same thing and now feel inspired! 🙂
Tam @ Sew Dang Cute
September 8, 2011 at 4:33 pmI LOVE that lamp. Seriously SOOOO cute!!!!
Kerri Powell
September 8, 2011 at 11:36 amAdorable!!!! Can you tell us what size frame you used for yours? That will give me an idea as to what size the pumpkin should be!!!
Michelle
September 7, 2011 at 8:31 pmLove that pumpkin! The 3d is fantastic and I have a thing for pumpkins too! Thanks for linking up with DIY under $5!
Kathe
September 7, 2011 at 1:33 pmSeriously?! How stinkin’ cute is that? I love it. Thanks for sharing your genius talent!
Kathe
Lindsay
September 7, 2011 at 10:01 amThis is perfect for the holiday coming up! I love this idea. Super cute! I’d love for you to share this at Show & Share–
http://southernlovely.blogspot.com/2011/09/show-share-4.html
Anne
September 5, 2011 at 2:56 pmI want to do this! Was it really hard to saw off part of the pumpkin, or is just styrofoam or something?
Juanita
September 3, 2011 at 7:57 pmI absolutely love your lamp! The pumpkin is cute too.
pocket folders
September 1, 2011 at 10:03 pmInteresting idea, sure is one perfect decor for the coming Halloween season! Very nice that the pumpkin is not flat at all, like its 3D. It seems easy to make, sure would be a great activity with kids during weekends.
Amy
September 1, 2011 at 12:43 pmLove it Kara! I love that you spruced up the color with paint. I never think of stuff like that.
xoxo,
Amy