Here’s a super easy way to craft yarn wrapped pumpkins that are similar to the popular fuzzy pumpkins in all the stores. They are quick to make multiples and perfect for piling up for cozy decor or selling at a craft fair. The yarn I found is 72 yards, and enough to make 8 to 10 pumpkins. Most of the supplies are from the Dollar Tree! Supplies:Dollar Tree foam pumpkinsDollar Tree wood stemsDollar Tree Maple Bouquet (or similar small leaves)Bernat Extra Thick Blanket yarn in Pumpkin color (I found it at Jo Ann fabrics)Hot glue…
I love creating shaped pillows in fun designs, and thought a “Pumpkin Pie Pillow” would be a great addition. Sewing shaped pillows is somewhat advanced and not a beginner project. If you would like to see a couple other creative pillows, check out my Rubik’s Cube pillow and IDunnGoddess’ Fidget Spinner pillow tutorials! Supplies: (I found all these at Walmart in the 1 yard precuts)Cotton quilt weight fabric in “pumpkin pie” colorFleece in “pie crust” tanFleece in “whipped cream” whitePolyfil for stuffing To start, create paper templates –…
Dollar Tree put out so many amazing fall craft pieces this year, and I started collecting different items in July and August. As I found my favorites, I planned in my mind what I wanted to craft, then I started filling in with the rest for each decor creation. For instance, when I found a large fall word “Thankful & Blessed,” I looked for a coordinating wreath base (This is a charger from Hobby Lobby – 75% off!), florals and ribbon to go with it. I also think about the sizing for each so the proportions look right…
I broke out this beautiful collection on a cool sunny day and really got that “fall feeling”. Fall is definitely my favorite season – I’m a cool weather gal. Plus it’s craft festival season in Ohio, and I love gathering inspiration and treating myself to a warm funnel cake! The paper in this collection is what sold me, but all the elements are so usable. In a couple days I crafted about a dozen inspirational cards to send to people who could use a hug in the mail. I created a faux watercolor look…