If you’re looking for a unique way to decorate your front door this fall, consider making a Clothespin Pumpkin Wreath. It uses Dollar Store supplies and is super easy to make.
Add a unique wreath to your fall decor by using clothespins! It’s easy, fun, and super cute!
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MAKING A CLOTHESPIN PUMPKIN WREATH IS ONE WAY TO MAKE YOUR FRONT DOOR STAND OUT THIS FALL!
Pumpkins are commonly used for fall decor, but if you’re like me, dealing with the rotting side or possibly trying to find a use for it before it gets that far is something I don’t want to worry about.
This decor style doesn’t use pumpkins at all but instead uses a supply that’s inexpensive and easy to work with – clothespins! I actually made a Clothespin Orb that serves as a unique piece of decor to fill empty spaces on the bookshelf.
WHY CRAFT WITH CLOTHESPINS
Crafting with clothespins is not only inexpensive, but it also makes for some pretty amazing crafts. From orbs to Santa hat ornaments, this supply can help you create some of everything.
I’ve seen people upscale mirrors with them, create candle holders, and make bookmarks. The possibilities seem almost endless with what you can do with clothespins.
SUPPLIES NEEDED
- Full-Size Clothespins (Wooden Spring-Style)
- 8″ Wire Wreath Form
- Jumbo Craft Sticks
- Fall Leaf Bunch
- Natural Jute Twine
- Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
- Gallon Zipper Bag
- Cookie Sheet
- Aluminum Foil
- Acrylic Craft Paint (Burnt Orange and Dark Brown)
- Spray Paint (Burnt Orange)
- Paintbrush
- Scissors
- Ruler
TUTORIAL: HOW TO MAKE A CLOTHESPIN PUMPKIN WREATH
Follow this quick video step-by-step tutorial below:
- Place 42 wooden spring-style clothespins in a gallon zipper bag, then add a half-dollar size dollop of burnt orange acrylic craft paint, and two tablespoons of water. Knead the clothespins in the bag until all are covered.
- Cover a cookie a sheet with aluminum foil and place the clothespins on it to dry.
- In a well-ventilated area, cover the wire wreath form with burnt orange spray paint. Set aside to let dry. (You can leave the wreath form green because only a small portion of the wire shows between the clothespins.)
- Clip the wooden clothespins around the two inner circles of the wreath form, using the outer ring as support, so they won’t wiggle around. 14 clothespins will fit into each of the three sections of the wreath.
- Once all of the clothespins are clipped on, space them equally around the wreath form. The clothespins can be secured with glue if hanging outside.
- Cut one jumbo craft stick in half with scissors. Paint with dark brown acrylic craft paint. Set aside to dry and apply a second coat, if necessary.
- Attach the craft sticks to the top back of the wreath with a glue gun and glue sticks. Cut two or three leaves from a silk stem with scissors. Glue to the back and front of the wreath, near the stem. You can use liquid craft glue for this project, but you will have to wait for it to dry.
- Measure and cut three 12” lengths of natural jute twine with scissors. Tie in a bow and secure at the top front of the wreath with a glue gun and glue sticks.
** TIP: For faster drying time, prop the wooden clothespins around the edge of the cookie sheet. Turn the clothespins over, once the tops are dry.
A super easy wreath that is sure to brighten up any space you plan to put it in!
MORE CLOTHESPIN CRAFT IDEAS:
- When the Christmas season approaches and you’re looking for unique tree decor, have a go at making these Santa Hat Clothespin Ornaments.
- I mentioned making Clothespins Orbs a bit earlier, but here’s the link again. These are awesome for decorating empty spaces on shelves, and tables, or using for party decor!
- Although this isn’t necessarily a craft, it’s still a crafty way to use clothespins.
Clothespin Pumpkin Wreath
If you're looking for a unique way to decorate your front door this fall, consider making a Clothespin Pumpkin Wreath. It uses Dollar Store supplies and is super easy to make.
Materials
- Full-Size Clothespins (Wooden Spring-Style)
- 8" Wire Wreath Form
- Jumbo Craft Sticks
- Fall Leaf Bunch
- Natural Jute Twine
- Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
- Gallon Zipper Bag
- Cookie Sheet
- Aluminum Foil
- Acrylic Craft Paint (Burnt Orange and Dark Brown)
- Spray Paint (Burnt Orange)
- Paintbrush
- Scissors
- Ruler
Instructions
- Place 42 wooden spring-style clothespins in a gallon zipper bag, then add a half-dollar size dollop of burnt orange acrylic craft paint, and two tablespoons of water. Knead the clothespins in the bag until all are covered.
- Cover a cookie a sheet with aluminum foil and place the clothespins on it to dry.
- In a well-ventilated area, cover the wire wreath form with burnt orange spray paint. Set aside to let dry. (You can leave the wreath form green because only a small portion of the wire shows between the clothespins.)
- Clip the wooden clothespins around the two inner circles of the wreath form, using the outer ring as support, so they won’t wiggle around. 14 clothespins will fit into each of the three sections of the wreath.
- Once all of the clothespins are clipped on, space them equally around the wreath form. The clothespins can be secured with glue if hanging outside.
- Cut one jumbo craft stick in half with scissors. Paint with dark brown acrylic craft paint. Set aside to dry and apply a second coat, if necessary.
- Attach the craft sticks to the top back of the wreath with a glue gun and glue sticks. Cut two or three leaves from a silk stem with scissors. Glue to the back and front of the wreath, near the stem. You can use liquid craft glue for this project, but you will have to wait for it to dry.
- Measure and cut three 12” lengths of natural jute twine with scissors. Tie in a bow and secure at the top front of the wreath with a glue gun and glue sticks.
DON’T FORGET TO PIN THIS CLOTHESPIN PUMPKIN WREATH FOR LATER:
