Going into the fall season, I always want to bake more. Cookies....pies....cakes. There are so many delicious flavors we associate with the autumn like apples, pumpkin, and cinnamon that baking just seems like a natural thing to do. It is nice to have your most needed supplies close at hand for when the baking urge strikes. This rustic pumpkin stand is perfect for creating a little baking station in your kitchen.
When I originally learned what our project was going to be for today's virtual party, I got a little nervous. Power tools, building, and me aren't normally a pretty combination. But seriously, guys, this was the easiest project ever. There was actually no problems which is rare for me with any DIY!
Using the instructions provided on The Home Depot's Website, I cut my cedar fence pickets and 1x2 to the appropriate sizes.
The pieces were glued and stapled together and then I cut the piece into a pumpkin shape using a jig saw.
To make the rustic pumpkin stand a little more my style, I painted the entire thing a creamy white color. Then I added decorative painting with craft paint to make the pumpkin look a little more real.
I added a "vine" to the top with some paper covered wire. (It was the base of a berry garland I used in a project a few weeks ago.) A sprig of dried green oak leaves were tucked into the vine.
The box on the front of the pumpkin stand is the perfect place to store some glass canisters filled with baking must-haves like flour, sugar, and brown sugar. It is also wide enough to tuck in some cooling racks, muffin tins, and wooden spoons.
There are so many ways to use this Rustic Pumpkin Stand. Imagine it filled with plants, candy, magazines, or other home-related items. The best part of this project is that really is something that any of you can handle making. The instructions are really clear and have pictures to accompany every step. It is something that can be completely customized to fit with your needs and style. There are actually signups going on now for an upcoming Workshop to build this pumpkin! You can go here to reserve a space.
In case you weren't aware, The Home Depot offers Workshops at all of their locations for do-it-yourselfers of all ages and experience levels. There are three types of Workshops offered - Do-It-Yourself (DIY), Do-It-Herself (DIH), and Kids. Customers can learn how to build decor projects, how to make easy home repairs, and how to operate tools through demonstrations and step-by-step instructions. The Home Depot's Workshops are designed to provide a mix of associate-led instruction, demonstration and some hands-on learning. Materials can be purchased to make your own project. For more information, contact your local Home Depot store or visit http://www.workshops.homedepot.com to learn more.
As I said at the beginning of this post, all of us participating in the Virtual Workshop Party came up with unique ideas for using the Rustic Pumpkin Stand in different rooms of your home. Here are the links to every's posts. You'll be amazed at the creativity of some of these ladies!
Outdoors
Domestically Speaking
Redhead Can Decorate
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Setting for Four
Little Red Brick House
Domestically Speaking
Redhead Can Decorate
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Setting for Four
Little Red Brick House
Guest Room
All Things Thrifty
Over the Big Moon
Pretty Providence
Lou Lou Girls
Living Room
DIY on the Cheap
The Frugal Homemaker
Dogs Don't Eat Pizza
Just a Girl and Her Blog
Maison de Pax
Dining Room
The Yellow Cape Cod
33 Shades of Green
Southern Revivals
Meadow Lake Road
Inspiring Hearts & Homes
All Things Thrifty
Over the Big Moon
Pretty Providence
Lou Lou Girls
Living Room
DIY on the Cheap
The Frugal Homemaker
Dogs Don't Eat Pizza
Just a Girl and Her Blog
Maison de Pax
Dining Room
The Yellow Cape Cod
33 Shades of Green
Southern Revivals
Meadow Lake Road
Inspiring Hearts & Homes
Thank you so much for stopping by today to see my project with the Home Depot. I'd love to know what you think about my Rustic Pumpkin Stand and how I've used it as a baking station in the kitchen! Share with me in the comments below, on Facebook, or on Instagram. Have an amazing day!
I acknowledge that The Home Depot is partnering with me to participate in this Workshops Program (the "Program"). As a part of the Program, I am receiving compensation in the form of products and services, for the purpose of promoting The Home Depot. All expressed opinions and experiences are my own words. My post complies with the Word Of Mouth Marketing Association (WOMMA) Ethics Code and applicable Federal Trade Commission guidelines.
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