Pumpkin Craft with Decoupage Napkins
Every fall, I make a few pumpkin crafts. I loved repurposing some old faux pumpkins and adding decoupage napkins.
This easy craft is suitable for your friends, children, and grandchildren. You need just a few supplies and little (or no) crafting experience or expertise. Are you ready to make these?
An Easy Pumpkin Craft
I love to use paper napkins to create beautiful items. I found some old pumpkins that needed an upgrade, so I decided to cover them! You might not have noticed, but these pumpkins were covered with three different styles of napkins. They all have the same color palette, and they look amazing together!
I wanted to mention that you can use paper napkins, paper guest towels, paper cocktail napkins, and even tissue paper.
These pumpkins are at least 1000% better, and the colors are perfect. This pumpkin craft using decoupage napkins is easy and doesn’t take long to make.
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Decoupaging Napkins Onto Pumpkins
I found these white plastic pumpkins in the storage on the third floor. I like them, but they look fake and need help. So, I gathered some napkins that matched my new fall color palette.
There are so many fabulous fall napkins available.
Look at the difference! Isn’t it incredible?
Materials Needed to Make This Pumpkin Craft
- faux pumpkins
- glossy mod podge
- paper napkins (or guest towels)
- paint brush
Almost any size pumpkin will work. I used three different sizes of pumpkins and three different styles of napkins. And just so you know, I only used two napkins to make each pumpkin. So you will have a lot left over to use later!
I looked at many different napkins on Amazon, but decided to go with these because of the colors. I didn’t even think they would look that great mixed, but I was sure wrong about that! They look amazing!
How to Make This Pumpkin Craft with Decoupage Napkins
I figured out a foolproof way to make this pumpkin craft.
Since the Mod Podge is thick, I suggest adding a few drops of water to thin it. If it is too thick, it might tear the napkin. (If the napkin does tear, just cut a small piece of the napkin, place it on top of the area, and apply more Modpodge. No one will notice!)
Then I figured out how to cut the napkins so they would fit easily over the pumpkin, and I also reversed the order in which the Mod Podge was applied!
Step-by-Step Instructions
- one – Prepare the napkins. Cut off any border around the outside of the napkin and then peel off the backing. Start at the corner and separate the layers of the napkin. Gently pull the two sections apart and discard the backing.
- two – Divide the napkin into quarters (most are already folded this way) and cut one line to the center of the napkin.
- three – Refold the napkin and snip off a bit in the center. (This allows space for the stem.)
- four – Lay the napkin on top of the pumpkin to get a feel for how much the napkin will cover. At this point, I realized it would be too difficult to apply the Mod Podge first and lay the napkin on top. So, I came up with a better idea. Place the napkin on first and position it around the stem. Bring the open sides together and gently add the Mod Podge to the napkin with a brush.
- five – Continue to cover the entire surface with Mod Podge. Be gentle and use lots of Mod Podge to avoid tearing the napkin.
- six – Let the pumpkin dry. Flip it over and cut another piece of the napkin to cover the underside. Attach with Mod Podge. Let dry. Cover with clear sealer, if desired.
Styling the Pumpkin Craft
I loved styling these pumpkins and know I need to make more. They work in any room in our home and bring a lot of color! I love them.
Other Decoupage Napkin Crafts
This isn’t my first time creating a fabulous craft item using the decoupage napkin technique!
Check out these other projects.
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Love love love!! My newest fall craft. This is something that can be done with children or grandchildren with a little help.
Those napkins are really pretty and your pumpkins turned out great. I like that you were able to cover them without having to cut out the designs from the napkins.
Thanks so much!
What a beautiful and creative way to decorate for fall! I love the idea of using decoupage napkins on pumpkins. It adds such a personal touch to the decor. Can’t wait to try this out with my kids! Thank you for the inspiration!
Oh yay! Perfect craft to do with kids. Let me know how it turns out ☺️
What a charming and creative way to use decoupage napkins on pumpkins! I love how you’ve transformed a simple craft into something so beautiful for the fall season. Can’t wait to try this with my family! Thank you for the inspiration! 🍂🎃
I absolutely love this idea! The decoupage napkins give such a creative twist to traditional pumpkin decorating. I can’t wait to try this with my kids for some fun fall crafting! Thank you for sharing such a delightful project!
I absolutely love this pumpkin craft idea! The decoupage napkins add such a beautiful touch, and it’s a perfect way to get into the fall spirit. Can’t wait to try this with my kids—they’ll have a blast! Thanks for sharing such a creative project! 🎃✨
I absolutely love this pumpkin craft idea! The decoupage napkins add such a lovely touch and the step-by-step instructions make it so easy to follow. I can’t wait to try this out for my fall decor! Thank you for sharing this creative project!
What a delightful idea! I love how you’ve transformed simple pumpkins with decoupage napkins. The textures and colors really bring a fresh, creative spin to fall decor. Can’t wait to try this myself—thank you for the inspiration!
I absolutely love this pumpkin craft idea! The decoupage napkins add such a beautiful touch, and it seems like a fun project to do with family. Can’t wait to try it for fall decor! Thank you for sharing! 🍂🎃
What a fantastic idea for fall decor! I love how the decoupage napkins add such creativity and personality to the pumpkins. Can’t wait to try this craft at home and give my space a cozy autumn vibe. Thanks for sharing these lovely tips!
I absolutely love the idea of using decoupage napkins for pumpkin crafts! The designs you’ve chosen are beautiful, and I can already imagine how great they would look as part of my fall decor. Can’t wait to try this out with my kids—thank you for sharing such a fun and creative project!
I absolutely love this decoupage pumpkin craft! The napkin designs are so vibrant and perfect for fall decorating. Can’t wait to try this with my kids — it looks like a fun project to do together. Thanks for the inspiration!
I did this several years ago with chinoiserie napkins, and the pumpkins have held up well. I love the napkins that you linked!
I love this pumpkin craft idea! The decoupage napkins add such a fun and creative touch to traditional fall decor. Can’t wait to try this out with my kids – it looks like a perfect family activity. Thank you for the inspiration!
I absolutely love this idea! The decoupage napkins add such a unique touch to the pumpkins. I can’t wait to try this craft for my fall decorating. Thanks for sharing such a creative project!
What a delightful project! The decoupage technique on pumpkins adds such a unique touch for fall decorations. I can’t wait to try this with my kids; they’ll love picking out fun napkins. Thanks for the inspiration!
I absolutely loved this pumpkin craft idea! The decoupage napkins add such a unique touch, and it’s a perfect way to incorporate some seasonal charm into my home decor. I can’t wait to try it out with my kids this weekend! Thank you for the inspiration! 🧡🎃
I absolutely love this pumpkin craft idea! The decoupage technique really adds a unique flair to the pumpkins, and I can’t wait to try this out with my kids. Thank you for sharing such a creative project!
I absolutely love this idea! The decoupage napkins add such a unique and personal touch to the pumpkins. I can’t wait to try this craft for my fall decor. Thanks for sharing such a fun and creative project!
What a delightful and creative way to bring autumn into our homes! I love the idea of using decoupage napkins for pumpkin crafts. The colors and patterns really elevate the project, and I can’t wait to try this with my kids. Thank you for the inspiration!