Today I have a quick and easy DIY wire pumpkin garland tutorial for you. I just love making garlands, which is why I’m always trying to come up with something that is simple to create for seasonal changes.
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DIY Wire Pumpkin Garland
You’re going to love making these cute wire pumpkins even if you don’t want to create a garland with them. Just think how cute they would be on a fall table at each place setting, or lined up on a book shelf. Do I have your attention now?
I’m not kidding when I say these pumpkins are quick and easy to make. The secret to their simple construction is paper wrapped floral wire that is very thin and light weight, which makes it easy to work with.
Wire Pumpkin Garland Supplies
- paper wrapped floral wire
- jute string
- wire cutters
- craft scissors
First, start by cutting a long piece of wire about 84″ long, and a short piece of wire about 4″ long. Wrap the wire around something that is long and cylindrical to create a coil shape. (See figure 1 collage above.) You can find floral wrapped wire here.
I’m using the handle of of a Swiffer dust wand, but you can also use a broom handle.
The second step is to compress the coil of wire and twist the short wire around one side of the coil. This will become the center or core of the pumpkin when the loops are spread out. (See figure 2.) Trim off excess wire or tuck inside.
Now that you have the body of the pumpkin, the next step is to create a curly vine. I’m using the handle of an artist brush to make the curly vines, but a pencil will work just as well. (See figure 3.)
Leave enough straight wire to push through the center of the pumpkin, then create a little loop so it does not back out. (See figure 4.)
Once that is complete use the curly vine to carefully wrap it around the jute string to create a garland. You can find jute string here.
They come together quickly once you get the hang of it, and you can make as many as you like.
Where To Display Garlands
Do you have a favorite spot to display garlands? If not, check out these ideas on where to display a garland other than a mantel.
- over a mirror
- across an armoire
- entry table
- over a door
- chalkboard
- book shelf
I’ll be sharing more photos of the mantel in a fall tour coming up soon, so be sure to check back. For more garland ideas click on my post DIY BooK Page Leaf Garland with views of my fall mantel from last year. It’s one of my favorites!
For more pumpkin inspiration check out my post Fall Cloche With Raffia Pumpkins.
Be sure to follow Thistle Key Lane on Pinterest, where the boards are up to date with seasonal inspiration that you can use right now!
Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you will enjoy this little DIY Wire Pumpkin Garland.
Cheers!
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So cute!!! I love how simple this is to make. It’s such a pretty neutral color as well making it an easy item to use anywhere in the house!
I’m glad you stopped by today and you are so right, this kind of garland is so versatile! Enjoy your weekend!
very cute garland! I can think of so many places this would look great in my house this fall.
Thanks for the sweet comment! Have a great week!
Thanks for sharing your pumpkin garland at our Home Imagined link party. So happy to see you here!
Thank you! I hope your readers will enjoy this easy little project.
Michelle,
I love this idea and I’m going to share on my Sunday Dirt Road Adventures post.
Wow thanks for the share Rachel!
These are absolutely darling! I’ll be looking for these when I make my next hobby store run! I’d love for you to come by & share on Crafty Creators on Thursday! It’s open Thurs-Mon each week. I know my readers would love them!
Niki | Life as a LEO Wife
Thank you for the invitation Niki! I look forward to linking up. 😊
I’m so glad you came to share on Crafty Creators! I’m featuring these cuties on tomorrow’s party. If you stop by & let me know if you’re following me on any social media platforms, I’ll schedule a feature there over the next week as well.
Niki | Life as a LEO Wife
How fun to be featured! Thank you so much Niki!
Michelle,
I ordered some paper-covered wire ribbon from Amazon and I’m making these litle pumpkins as place cards for each setting at my October tea party with friends. I added a couple little leaves to the top, and I’ll put a small name tag on the curlique. Thanks for sharing. Thisis my first experience using this paper ribbon.
Thank you so much Barbara for sharing how you’re going to use the wire pumpkins. What a cute idea. I bet they are going to look so cute with leaves and name tags at your charming tea party! Thanks again for letting me know!
Oh how cute! I love the simplicity in the design.
Thank you so much for visiting and commenting today Amy!
This is the cutest idea for fall Michelle!
Thank you so much Kim, enjoy your Sunday!