Hi friends! I took a few weeks off to regroup, but guess what?? I’m back today with a super simple fall DIY. Today, I’m making a pumpkin vase using fall foliage. I love this DIY because it displays your real or faux fall stems is a fun way. I’m going to show you everything you need to get started along with the step-by-step directions so you can make one for yourself. You can also see me explain the whole process on my Instagram Stories. So, let’s get started!
Pumpkin Vase Materials
![materials list for diy pumpkin vase](https://assets.blessthisnestblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20210114201106/5-6-683x1024.png)
To get this project started, you will need a crafting pumpkin, real or faux fall foliage, box cutter, pencil, jar (optional), and something to trace a circle. I used eucalyptus, cream Heather bush, and long eucalptus bush for my foliage, but you could use any stems that you want.
Step 1- Trace a Circle
![tracing a circle on pumpkin](https://assets.blessthisnestblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20210114201105/IMG_2327-768x1024.jpg)
Now it’s time to cut the top out of the pumpkin. You can really use any circular item you have laying around the house. I went with a small pot and traced the circle using a pencil. Note: I decided to use a craft pumpkin, but you can also use a real pumpkin.
![traced circle around the top of pumpkin](https://assets.blessthisnestblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20210114201103/IMG_2334-768x1024.jpg)
Step 2- Cut Out the Circle
![cutting out the top of pumpkin with box cutter](https://assets.blessthisnestblog.com/wp-content/uploads/20210114201101/IMG_2351-768x1024.jpg)
Next, use a box cutter or knife to cut out the circle. Remember to go slow and be careful cutting out the top of your pumpkin.
Step 3- Place a Jar In The Pumpkin
Now, place a Mason Jar or cup into the pumpkin. This step is optional, but I do recommend it to hold your foliage together and keep it in place.
Step 4- Arrange Stems
The last step is placing your fall foliage in the pumpkin. Have fun with this step, and play around with it until it’s just right. First, I put in the cream Heather bush. Next, I cut up my long eucalyptus stems and placed three sections on the left, middle, and right sides. Last, I placed my dried eucalyptus around and started fluffing and separating the stems until I was happy with how it looked. It really was so simple!
I love how it turned out! I decided to add it to my coffee table in my bonus room and paired with with a couple other faux pumpkins.
This fall DIY pumpkin vase created the prettiest little vignette, and made a huge statement in my bonus room! This would also look so good as a table centerpiece or focal point on an entryway table. The possibilities really are endless. Well guys, I hope you enjoyed seeing how I made this as much as I enjoyed making it. It was so much fun and like I said earlier, SO SO EASY! Happy fall, and thanks for stopping by!
So So Pretty!! Looks so extravagant but looks very easy to put together! Luv it!!
Hi Dina!! I am so happy you liked it! It really was so simple but made a big statement. As always, thank you so much!!
I love it đť May I ask how many of each foliage did you use to make it look so full ?
Hi Jackie! Thank you so much! I used 1 of each of the lower stems and 3 of the dried eucalyptus. I hope that helps!
Awesome thank you đ
Can I ask where you bought the pumpkins?! Thanks
Hi Kristen! They are from Michael’s. There should be a link in this post. Thanks for stopping by!
Did you use dried foliage or fake?
I used dry eucalyptus and faux stems for the rest. I hope that helps! Thanks so much for stopping by!!