How to Make a Fabric Pumpkin: Make in 5 Minutes with Burlap

Learn how to make a fabric pumpkin in just 5 minutes with no sewing required! Yes, you read that right! A 5-minute craft and no sewing required! This fun project is perfect to make during the Fall season, can easily be customized, and doesn’t use many supplies. So, grab some fabric scraps and get started right now!

How To Make A Fabric Pumpkin Video Tutorial

I actually made these little burlap pumpkins in a live video! Below, you can watch just how easy they are to make in real-time, along with a bonus tip on how to cut burlap straight!

It’s pretty easy, right? If you can’t watch the video or missed any steps, follow the instructions below!

How To Make A Fabric Pumpkin

When making these fabric pumpkins, I used some burlap. However, any fabric would work for this project. It is so quick and easy, and you will love the results. Imagine saying you made this quick and easy Fall decor yourself!

Supplies Needed To Make Fabric Pumpkins

• Fabric (I used burlap, but any small pieces will work well)
• Rubber bands
• Driftwood pieces
• Green fabric or burlap
• Scissors
• Stuffing
• Hot glue and glue gun
• Hot glue finger protectors (optional but recommended)

Step 1: Cut A Square Piece Of Fabric

Start with a piece of burlap. The size and shape of your final pumpkin will determine its appearance. Play with different options.

Step 2: Gather Fabric

Gather up one end around a piece of driftwood that is lying inside the burlap.

Step 3: Wrap A Rubber Band Around The Top

Wrap a rubber band around this end tightly.

Step 4: Wrap A Rubber Band Around The Bottom

Wrap a rubber band around the opposite end (gathered just around itself with no driftwood).

Step 5: Turn The Project So Rubber Bands Are On The Inside

Turn the entire thing around through the seam, putting the rubber bands inside and the driftwood outside.

Step 6: Add Stuffing

Add as much stuffing as you desire.

Step 7: Hot Glue Seam

Hot glue the seam closed. Use finger protectors if you have them; otherwise, be extremely cautious.

Step 8: Cut Leaf Shape & Glue To Pumpkin

Cut a leaf shape from green burlap and hot glue to the top.

Step 9: Move Stuffing Around

Move your stuffing around with your hands to get the look you want.

Once you are happy with the look of your pumpkin, you are ready to display it!

These rustic pumpkins are perfect for your home. Y’all know you want to make a batch to add to your Fall decor!

How many no-sew fabric pumpkins will you make? I stopped with three, but I could make an entire pumpkin patch with this simple craft. Three cute burlap pumpkins in under 15 minutes? That is my kind of craft project!

FAQs About How To Make A Fabric Pumpkin

Here are a few questions we get about making a fabric pumpkin. If you have a question but don’t see it below, please leave it in the comments so I can answer it for you.

Do I Need To Use Burlap For This Project?

No, you can use any fabric that you like for this project!

Where Do You Get Driftwood Pieces?

You can find driftwood pieces online, at your local craft store, or even on Facebook marketplace.

Do I Have To Use Driftwood For This Project?

No, you can use a regular stick from your backyard or ”wood stems” from your local craft store!

Could I Add A Bow To This Project?

Absolutely! You can tie a bow to the top of your pumpkins or add a premade one with hot glue.

5 More Pumpkin Projects

Did you love learning how to make a fabric pumpkin? Are you looking for more pumpkin projects? Then check out the ideas below!

• How to make sweater pumpkins
• Burlap pumpkin wreath
• Sweater sleeve pumpkins
• DIY Wood Pumpkins
• Make your own burlap pumpkin