Wire Pumpkin Wreath

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UPDATE:  This project has been featured on HomeBNC.  See it HERE.

And once again, HERE.

The Dollar Tree has really stepped it up lately when it comes to crafting and today I want to show you one way to use those wire pumpkin wreaths.
I was in the dollar store and spied this wire pumpkin.  I didn't know what I was going to do with it, but I knew I'd think of something.  
It all came together for me when I was looking through the sale bin at Joann's and saw this spider lace fabric for about $2 a yard.  I grabbed a yard and a half.
I cut the fabric into four pieces and placed the wire frame over one of them. 
I sat there for awhile and pondered how to attach the fabric to the wire frame.  My first thought was hot glue, but thought it would look sloppy, so, out came the needle and thread.  I started across the top by 'sewing' the thread through the fabric and around the wire.  
Then I grabbed the two ends of the thread and tied them in a knot.
I repeated this multiple times across the top and bottom of the pumpkin.  I was then left with the two sides where I gathered up the fabric and clipped it with a binder clip to hold it in place.
 While they were clipped, I tied thread around them:
 
The fabric was then trimmed to eliminate some of the bulk, and sewed/knotted like the rest of the pumpkin.
When it was done, this is how it looked:
Here's a better look at the sides:
Since there were spiders all over it, I felt the only thing it needed was a bow, so I grabbed some dollar store ribbon and made a bow for it.
And I called it 'Done'!
Another easy holiday project for under $10.   Here's the breakdown:
Wire Frame:  $1
Fabric:           $1 - actually less, but I'll round 'up'
Ribbon:          $1
Total:              $3
How's that for a bargain?

Here's an added thought.  If you can't find the fabric, use a pair of Halloween tights that look like spider webs.  You'll get the same look!

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Comments

  1. Patti @ Pandoras BoxOctober 10, 2019 at 8:07 AM

    What a great idea! The dollar stores have some fun holiday decor lately!!

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    1. AnnOctober 10, 2019 at 7:06 PM

      Thank you Patti. They really have some great stuff....and you've gotta love the price!

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  2. decorateandmorewithtip.comOctober 10, 2019 at 8:17 AM

    I have seen the wire pumpkin frames at the Dollar Tree but passed them right up. Shoot now I wish I had one in my craft closet. I love what you created and what an inexpensive Halloween décor piece. Love it Ann! Thanks for hosting this month. Have a happy Halloween!

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    1. AnnOctober 10, 2019 at 7:07 PM

      Don't worry, Terrie, I'm sure they'll be back. Happy Halloween to you too!

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  3. Gail @Purple Hues and MeOctober 10, 2019 at 8:26 AM

    This is another creative way to decorate that dollar store wire pumpkin! I picked up one, too! And have be thinking of different ways to decorate it. Yours is a lovely and different idea! Good job!

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    1. AnnOctober 10, 2019 at 7:08 PM

      Thank you, Gail. I hope you'll share what you do with yours!

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  4. Up to Date InteriorsOctober 10, 2019 at 10:57 AM

    Super cute idea for the wire pumpkin!! Perfect for halloween.

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    1. AnnOctober 10, 2019 at 7:13 PM

      Thank you, Kathy. Joann's really came to the rescue!

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  5. Unique creations by AnitaOctober 11, 2019 at 3:26 PM

    Very cute.

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  6. Marie-Interior FrugalistaOctober 13, 2019 at 9:02 AM

    Super cute pumpkin wreath! The fabric couldn't be more perfect and love the orange bow.

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    1. AnnOctober 13, 2019 at 4:08 PM

      Thank you, Marie. I was so lucky to find that fabric!

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  7. Eclectic Red BarnOctober 15, 2019 at 3:01 PM

    Ann,
    I love this wreath. The Dollar Tree is certainly providing some great tools for crafters. The fabric is perfect for this.
    Great job. Thanks for sharing at Over The Moon Party
    Hugs,
    Bev










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    1. AnnOctober 16, 2019 at 8:33 AM

      Thank you, Bev. I've been really impressed with The Dollar Tree lately....and you can't beat the price!

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  8. Sum of their StoriesOctober 17, 2019 at 9:07 AM

    You really made that wire pumpkin into something special :-)

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    1. AnnOctober 17, 2019 at 7:12 PM

      Thank you, Julie. I think the fabric really made it!

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  9. Chas' Crazy CreationsOctober 17, 2019 at 2:04 PM

    I grabbed a couple of these forms too but haven't done anything with them yet. Love how yours turned out. Thanks for sharing with To Grandma's House We Go, I'll be featuring you at the next party.

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    1. AnnOctober 17, 2019 at 7:15 PM

      Thank you, Chas. I'm thrilled to be featured! I can't wait to see what you do with your pumpkin form...

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  10. My thrift store addictionOctober 17, 2019 at 2:59 PM

    Super cute! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!

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    1. AnnOctober 17, 2019 at 7:16 PM

      Thank you, Cecelia. Always a joy to share!

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  11. laurensparks.netOctober 18, 2019 at 10:01 AM

    So cute! Visiting you from the creative compulsions link up party. laurensparks.net

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  12. Julie @ My Wee AbodeOctober 19, 2019 at 11:48 PM

    Oh, this is great, Ann! I haven't seen this frames at my local Dollar Tree! I'll have to look again! I would love to make one of these! So happy to see you at Tuesday Turn About!

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    1. AnnOctober 20, 2019 at 9:20 PM

      Thank you, Julie. I only grabbed one and now wish I had grabbed more. Hopefully they'll have them again next year for my other ideas!

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  13. Alice VOctober 20, 2019 at 10:58 AM

    This came out amazing! I love dollar store craft ideas too. Thanks for linking this up with us at #OMHGWW

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  14. Eclectic Red BarnOctober 20, 2019 at 4:05 PM

    Ann,
    Wow, I love this wired pumpkin. So adorable. Congratulations, you are being featured at over The Moon Linky party tonight. I hope you stop by. https://www.eclecticredbarn.com/2019/10/over-moon-linky-party_20.html
    Hugs,
    Bev

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  15. Roseann HamptonOctober 20, 2019 at 4:33 PM

    Very nice! It's amazing what you can find at the Dollar Tree! Thanks for sharing with us at The Blogger's Pit Stop!

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    1. AnnOctober 20, 2019 at 9:24 PM

      Thank you, Roseann. I'm more impressed with the dollar store every day!

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  16. Carol@BlueskyatHomeOctober 21, 2019 at 9:50 AM

    Ann, this is a darling pumpkin to hang at twice the price. Very creative how you attached the fabric. Thanks for hosting.

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    1. AnnOctober 22, 2019 at 4:03 PM

      Thank you, Carol. I just new I had the project done when I found the fabric.
      It was a pleasure to host - great group!

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  17. Theresa @ Shoestring EleganceOctober 24, 2019 at 4:10 AM

    Hi Ann, I'm not a huge Halloween Fan, I do as little as possible in decorating, but I have to say I just LOVE your pumpkin wreath! Thank you so much for sharing it with us! I'm Featuring at thisweek's TFT party!
    Theresa @ Shoestring Elegance

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    1. AnnOctober 24, 2019 at 8:33 AM

      I don't go 'all out' like some do, but I couldn't resist this pumpkin. Thank you so much for the feature!

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  18. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueOctober 25, 2019 at 3:02 AM

    A very clever adaption Ann. Well done!!
    Thank you for sharing at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week.

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