This simple yarn wrapped pumpkin craft is easy to make and fun for the kids. Teens and adults can also join in on the fun. It’s such a relaxing project and perfect for at home or school. This activity is perfect for developing fine motor skills as well as allowing kids to be creative. I have included a FREE pumpkin template if you don’t have a cutting machine at home. Scroll down to get started!
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Supplies for Yarn Wrapped Pumpkin
- Glue
- Recycled cardboard
- Orange yarn
- Tape
- Green foil cardstock
- Scissors
- Orange paint
- Pencil
- Foam brush
- Cricut (optional)
- Pumpkin template
Directions
- First, download, print then cut out the FREE pumpkin template. See supplies to get the template. If you have a cutting machine like a Cricut, search for a pumpkin image then cut.
- Next, trace the pumpkin on recycled cardboard then cut.
- Paint the cardboard pumpkin orange then set aside to dry.
- Tape the beginning of your orange yarn to the back of your pumpkin. Now, wrap the pumpkin with the orange yarn. Don’t completely cover the pumpkin.
- Finally, trace the pumpkin stem on the green foil cardstock then cut. Tape or glue it to the back of the pumpkin. You’re ready to show off your yarn wrapped pumpkin or decorate your home.
Watch the video below to see how I made this yarn wrapped pumpkin. Make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fun content!
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- Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert
- Full of Fall by April Pulley Sayre
- Leaf Jumpers by Carole Gerber
- A Very Big Fall by Emmy Kastner
- The Leaf Thief by Alice Hemming
- Awesome Autumn by Bruce Goldstone
- Fallon Favors Fall by Tiffany Obeng
- Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell
- We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger
- Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak
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