Over 25 Ways to DIY a Craft Store Pumpkin

A collection of over 25 different ways to use faux pumpkins to create unique fall decor.

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FALL   |   Updated September 24, 2023

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There are so many creative ideas for transforming fake craft store pumpkins into unique and special fall decor.


And many of these ideas could be done using real pumpkins, too.


While you may not want to "ruin" perfectly fine, pricey faux pumpkins, these projects are ideal for updating ones that are worn and tired. You can also find new pumpkins after Thanksgiving for almost nothing at stores like Hobby Lobby, Michaels, and JoAnn Fabrics. And thrift stores normally have donated pumpkins that their owners didn't see the potential in for a low price.


Here are over 25 creative ways to makeover craft store pumpkins:

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25+ WAYS TO DIY A CRAFT STORE PUMPKIN

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(Please pin these pumpkins from their original posts.)

GLITTER PUMPKINS   ||   Happy Happy Nester

DECOUPAGE PUMPKINS    ||    Better Homes & Gardens

CHALK PAINTED "HEIRLOOM" PUMPKINS    |    anderson + grant

DIY SUCCULENT PUMPKIN CENTERPIECE    ||    Sand & Sisal

METALLIC SILVER LEAF PUMPKIN    ||    Simply Handmade Studios

Faux Pumpkin Lanterns    ||    Modern Glam

Stenciled Pumpkins    ||     BHG.com

Paper Leaf Pumpkin    ||     Polka Dot Chair

Pumpkin with Realistic Looking Stem    ||    anderson + grant

Pumpkin Topiary    ||    Inspiration for Moms

Faux Mercury Glass Pumpkin    ||    Practically Functional

Easy Pumpkin Craft    ||    A Thoughtful Place

Blue Porcelain Pumpkin    ||    Craftberry Bush

Subway Art Pumpkin    ||     Canary Street Crafts

Fur Covered Pumpkin     ||    Brepurposed

Pumpkin Candleholder    ||    By Stephanie Lynn

Bohemian Pumpkins    ||    Modest Style

Hanging Pumpkins    ||    AKA Design

Vintage Chalk Paint Pumpkin    ||    So Much Better with Age

Decoupaged Pumpkins    ||    Confessions of a Plate Addict

Glitter and Sequin Pumpkin    ||    Crafting in the Rain

Sheet Music Pumpkin    ||    Mabey She Made It

Copper Wire Pumpkins    ||    One Dog Woof

Lace Inspired Pumpkins    ||    Alisa Burke

Shabby Chic Pumpkins    ||    Making It in the Mountains

Hand Painted Pumpkins  ||  As Simple as That

Carved + Etched Pumpkin    ||    Mad in Crafts

Pumpkin Planter    ||    Joy in Our Home

Fall Treat Jar    ||    The Inspired Hive

Confetti Pumpkins    ||    Alice & Lois

Concrete Pumpkins    ||    A Night Owl

Marquee Light Pumpkins    ||    Kara's Party Ideas

Mercury Mirror Grout Pumpkins    ||    Tater Tots and Jello