Showing posts with label pumpkin. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pumpkin. Show all posts

Friday, October 30, 2015

Tutorial - How to Make a Halloween Finger Puppet

http://luluandceleste.com/halloween-finger-puppets/
Download template for free, or draw your own pumpkin shape

Tutorial at Lulu & Celeste Blog

"I’m bringing home another post I did for FleeceFun.com last year.  Felt pumpkin finger puppets!  Isn’t it cute?!  Super simple to make and they’re quick and easy for last minute Halloween fun".... Read more

Friday, October 23, 2015

Tutorial - How to Make a Vellum Pumpkin Centerpiece

http://www.mabeyshemadeit.com/vellum-pumpkin-centerpiece/
Paper-mache pumpkin for great neutral fall and halloween decor

Tutorial at Mabey She Made It Blog

"Last year I created this vellum pumpkin over at the Core’dinations blog, and this year I get to share it with you! I still love how neutral and fun this white vellum pumpkin is. Raise your hand if you love pumpkins for fall decorating. (I’m raising both of mine!) I love how versatile they are and that you can use them from the beginning of fall all the way through Halloween and Thanksgiving. There are a lot of pumpkins at my house. Today we’re going to do a vellum pumpkin centerpiece with lots of class and that can easily be changed up for any occasion. Let’s get started".... Read more

Thursday, October 15, 2015

Tutorial - How to Make Glitter Pumpkins

http://www.thebeautydojo.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/glitterpolkadotpumpkins-24-683x10241.jpg
Make sure the stickers are firmly in place

Tutorial at The Beauty DoJo Blog

"A very happy Friday to you all! Today we’re going to be making these super duper easy gold glitter polka dot pumpkins! I’ve always loved the look of gold glitter on white pumpkins! In fact, last year, I made something similar using mod podge and loose glitter. Although it looked pretty, it also created a pretty big mess in the process (any of you guys who have played around with loose glitter know what I mean). Somehow glitter just ends up everywhere! Well….with this method you won’t have to worry about creating a big glittery mess! Keep reading to see how it’s done".... Read more

Saturday, October 10, 2015

Tutorial - How to Make a Pumpkin Mug Rug

http://www.patchworkposse.com/fall-pumpkin-mug-rug-tutorial/
Make tall pumpkins or short fat ones

Tutorial at Patchwork Posse Blog

"Fall is in the air…. cooler nights, lovely sun sets, gardens are full.  I love seeing pumpkins on peoples front porches.  So big and orange!  Such a fun color that gets to pop out once a year.  It’s not a color that I have around my house a lot…so this time of year is extra fun when the orange gets to come out to play. Mug rugs are great to play and learn with.  They are small in size, but great for giving a new technique a try.  These mug rugs will help you understand the quilt as you go technique.  Plus, there are 2 ways you can finish them.  Depending on what look you like the best (and how much time you have to finish- the pinking sheared one is super quick".... Read more

Monday, October 5, 2015

Tutorial - Roasted Smoked Paprika Pumpkin Seeds

http://happierthanapiginmud.blogspot.com/2015/10/smoked-paprika-pumpkin-seeds.html
Use those seeds from pumpkin season

Tutorial at Happier than a Pig in Mud Blog

"Things don't always need to be complicated folks, rules and recipes aren't always necessary... I saved the seeds from the pumpkins my son grew this year and simply tossed the rinsed wet seeds onto a silicone baking sheet, generously covered them in table salt and gave them a hearty coating of smoked paprika".... Read more

Monday, September 28, 2015

Tutorial - How to Make a Seasonal Pumpkin Decoration

http://www.boreidesign.com/2015/09/diy-tutorial-decorative-papier-mache.html
Choose paint color to coordinate with your decor

Tutorial at Borei Design Blog
 
"Fall is FINALLY starting to rear its head in the hot South...in other words, it has hit 70 degrees! Hallelujah! To celebrate relief from the summer heat, I decided to add a little fall to my decor.  I got started by pulling out leftover wrapping paper from last Christmas and an old plastic pumpkin bucket from a Halloween passed that was sitting around in the garage.  I ripped the paper into several strips, cut the pumpkin in half to use as a mold and whipped up a batch of papier-mâché (paper mache) paste using my favorite recipe. I have found it to be better than the simple flour & water, no cook kind".... Read more

Monday, September 21, 2015

Tutorial - How to Make a Pumpkin Hot Mat

http://craftystaci.com/2015/09/16/hot-pad-of-the-monthseptember-pumpkin/
Making this cute hot mat is easy as pumpkin pie

Tutorial at Crafty Staci Blog

"I’m not crazy about pumpkin spice lattes.  Sometimes it seems like I’m the only person on the planet that feels that way.  Everybody keeps talking about how THEY’RE HERE!  Have you had one yet this year?  Look, you can make them at home!  I actually wish I liked them so I could feel like one of the cool kids.  But just because I don’t like vegetables in my coffee doesn’t mean I’m a pumpkin hater.  Pie?  Yes, please.  Pretty much any other pumpkin dessert known to man?  I’m in.  I definitely love me some pumpkin, as long as it stays out of my mug.  I’m also all for having one to put under my coffee.  You too?  Let me help you make that happen".... Read more

Saturday, October 25, 2014

Tutorial - How to Make a Painted Pumpkin Vase

http://growcreative.blogspot.com/2014/10/painted-pumpkin-floral-vases-tutorial.html
Painted pumpkins make pretty floral vases

Tutorial at Grow Creative Blog

"I love decorating for fall!  It's probably the season I get most excited decorating for (other than Christmas).  But just using the traditional orange-yellow colors gets a little boring.  Why not add some fun contrast with bright greens and blues? I'm all for it! I discovered the idea for pumpkin vases over at Green Wedding Shoes, but I wanted to add more color and I don't have a rose bush in my yard so I tried out Zinnias, Geraniums, and Cosmos flowers instead".... Read more

Friday, October 24, 2014

Tutorial - Decoupaged Pumpkin with a Paper Napkin

http://plumperfectandme.blogspot.com/2014/10/decoupage-paper-napkins-on-pumpkins.html
A brown paper bag is used for the stem

Tutorial at Purple Hues and Me Blog

"There are lots of how-to decoupage pumpkins on the net, but a few years ago I read about a technique using plastic wrap to help smooth out the wrinkles.  I couldn't find the article I remembered but there is a wonderful video that shows how this is done.  I've never had much luck in not having wrinkles when I attempt to decoupage.  So I think using plastic wrap is a great technique that I need to try.  I have paper towels in my guest bathroom that I wanted to preserve by doing some sort of decoupage.  I also wanted to show the class I teach in my community clubhouse how to decoupage pumpkins, so I'm killing two things I need to do with one craft".... Read more

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Tutorial - How to Make a Paper Pumpkin

http://www.thechillydog.com/2014/10/tutorial-accordion-fold-paper-pumpkin.html
Stack paper rosettes to create mini pumpkin

Tutorial at The Chilly Dog Blog

"It's been awhile since I shared a paper craft, so I got out my paper trimmer, my Tombow and some Glu6 craft paste to create a mini, 3-D pumpkins.  These little pumpkins could easily add a little Halloween spirit to a desk or shelf. The finished pumpkin is about the size of a baseball.  Evenly scoring the paper, before cutting it, makes it easier to create the accordion fold rosettes that stack up to form the pumpkin".... Read more

Thursday, October 16, 2014

Tutorial - Six Ways to Paint Pumpkins

http://www.amomstake.com/2014/09/how-to-paint-pumpkins-halloween/
Instead of carving, try painting your pumpkins

Tutorial at A Mom's Take Blog

"It’s time to start pulling out your big bucket of Halloween decorations and setting up your home. One of the fun traditions of Halloween is carving pumpkins. Well, carving pumpkins is a messy and very time consuming job. Let me suggest another way you can decorate your home with pumpkins this year – I’ll show you how to paint pumpkins with 6 different styles to inspire you to get creative this year! To get started painting pumpkins, you’ll need a few basic and inexpensive supplies".... Read more

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Tutorial - How to Make a Burlap Pumpkin

http://plumperfectandme.blogspot.com/2014/09/burlap-accordian-pumpkin.html
A centerpiece for Autumn, Halloween, or Thanksgiving

Tutorial at Purple Hues and Me Blog

"I've just really started thinking about decorating for fall.  One idea that I've come across is accordion paper pumpkins.    I think they are so adorable for fall décor.  They are actually different sizes of paper medallions stacked together to form a pumpkin.  Making them out of burlap would be a different twist on a cute idea don't you think".... Read more

Monday, October 6, 2014

Tutorial - How to Decorate a Pumpkin with Henna

http://creativekhadija.com/2014/09/halloween-pumpkin-with-henna/
Simple and pretty Halloween/Fall decoration

Tutorial at Creative Khadija Blog

"These days I can see many fun posts related Fall, Halloween & Pumpkins decor, I enjoy seeing the fun ideas. Every year I also design something with fall theme & its fun to share. Today I am going to share a henna tattoo designed pumpkin as a Halloween or fall project for my readers all over the world who are celebrating Halloween. As here in Pakistan, there is no trend of celebrating Halloween & designing pumpkin etc. Seriously! This pumpkin is not recently designed. I design this pumpkin about 3 years back once, when I were newbie at blogland & seeing designed pumpkins was a new thing to me".... Read more

Sunday, September 28, 2014

Tutorial - Decoupage Pumpkin Treat Cup

http://aboutfamilycrafts.com/decoupage-pumpkin-treat-cup/
Recycle a container using scrap paper

Tutorial at About Family Crafts Blog

"Not only would this adorable pumpkin treat cup make a great Halloween decoration, it can also be give to trick-or-treaters or to someone special. If your someone special prefers something other than Cheez-Its, don’t worry! These cups come in a variety of different cookie and cracker options. Why not grab one of each flavor and then grab your catalogs and start decorating them".... Read more

Friday, September 19, 2014

Tutorial - How to Make Pumpkin Cheesecake

http://whatsmummyupto.blogspot.com.au/2014/09/recipe-pumpkin-cheesecake.html
Pumpkin cheesecake for an autumn flavored dessert

Tutorial at What's Mummy Up To Blog

"Pumpkin and halloween-themed posts are really heating up in blog-land at the moment.  Have you seen them?  And the other day when I was perusing my Facebook feed, the most delicious-looking link popped up for a Pumpkin Cheesecake.  I was hooked with one glance at the cheese-cakey goodness.  We love cheesecake.  But I was a little deflated when I realised it was a recipe with lots of ingredients I'd either never heard of, or just simply aren't available in my local supermarket.  Things like "cool-whip" and "pumpkin-pie spices", and "canned pumpkin".  Yep, we don't have those.  But the thought of pumpkin cheese-cake, and the fact that our last pumpkin from our bumper pumpkin crop was sitting patiently on my counter just waiting to be turned into one got the better of me, and I decided to give it a go".... Read more

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Tutorial - Make Pumpkin Decorations with Pallets

http://littlehouseoffour.blogspot.com/2014/08/pallet-pumpkins.html

Cute, easy to make, and the materials are free

Tutorial at Little House of Four Blog

"Fall is just around the corner and that means it's almost time for all the fall festivals and activities.  Some of my fondest memories with my kids are playing in the leaves and going to the local pumpkin patch for a hay ride and pumpkin picking.  With pumpkins on my mind and pallets in the yard I decided to combine the two and make pallet pumpkins.  I started by cutting the boards apart with a circular saw. Once I had the boards cut from the pallet I started cutting them into smaller pieces".... Read more

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Tutorial - How to Make Pumpkin Bread

http://craftcravings.com/2013/11/pumpkin-bread-pudding-cont.html
Recipe calls for pumpkin, not pumpkin pie mix

  Bread Tutorial at Craft Cravings Blog

"I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. I love fall! Even though Christmas has been assaulting my senses since before Halloween, I’m not ready to give up the pumpkin to make way for peppermint and sugar cookies. On a cold day, having a warm piece of this bread pudding is like a warm, caloric hug! It’s definitely not “diet food”, but everything in moderation".... Read more

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Tutorial - How to Make a Quilted Pumpkin Table Topper

http://www.sassyquilter.com/pumpkin-table-topper-tutorial/
Cute topper, perfect for the season

Topper Tutorial at The Sassy Quilter Blog

"Here are a couple examples of the pumpkin table topper, one traditional and one a little more modern. Whatever floats your quilt boat!  You may have to be a little adventurous and try some FMQ to create the stems! (Don’t panic…there are other options).  These are pretty quick and easy and are constructed using your basic snowball block design".... Read more

Monday, October 14, 2013

Tutorial - How to Make a Pumpkin Sun Catcher

Perfect for a Halloween or Thanksgiving decoration

Sun Catcher Tutorial at About Family Crafts Blog

"I happened to have a stack of clear, plastic dessert plates left over from a baby shower which makes a great base for a sun catcher.  If you are a regular to my blog, perhaps you saw the tutorial I posted awhile back about making a watermelon sun catcher.  While this pumpkin sun catcher is also made using a clear, plastic plate, I did not use any paint like I did with the watermelon".... Read more

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Tutorial - How to Make a Scrapbook Paper Pumpkin

Using a variety of papers gives your pumpkin extra appeal

Pumpkin Tutorial at Sewlicious Home Decor Blog

"It’s Pumpkin season and that means lots of Pumpkin Pie and Pumpkin decorations!  You will need to get out all those pretty Fall scrapbook pages for this fun craft".... Read more