The best Pumpkin DIY Placemats
Prepare for autumn with these easy-to-follow instructions on how to make DIY pumpkin placemats.
With fall just around the corner, it is time you prepare by making an incredible table decoration that will wow everyone at your dinner.
Follow along today and learn all about what materials are needed step by step for this project.
I was preparing for a baby shower when I came up with this idea. A fall theme for my new little pumpkin was what I was after, and these placemats were the perfect touch for my table.
I wanted to use natural material to fit in with my theme, so I chose burlap to make these pumpkin DIY placemats.
How to cut Burlap Straight for your DIY Pumpkin Placemats
Snip a small cut about 1/2″ long where you want to cut the burlap. Find a strand of the burlap and pull it all the way through.
This method will leave a line in the burlap.
Second, cut along that line, and you will have a perfectly straight cut of burlap.
I used this method to cut my strips of material before I stiffened the burlap.
How to Stiffen the Burlap for your Pumpkin DIY Placemats
Firstly, I found a pumpkin shape I liked on the internet and blew it up to my desired size.
This pumpkin measures 14.5″ wide x 13.5″ tall.
Next, you need to stiffen the strips of burlap.
Next, I made a mixture of half white glue and half water. You can buy a large bottle of white glue here.
Mix the glue and water mixture in a disposable container large enough for the fabric to fit in for your DIY Placemat stiffening.
I used a disposable turkey pan.
Make sure your mixture of glue and water are well mixed.
Be prepared to hang the fabric to dry. I used a clothesline outside and laid down paper underneath to collect the drippings.
Be prepared, as this is a messy job.
Next, dip one piece of the burlap in the water/glue solution and make sure it is coated well on both sides.
Lastly, hang the fabric on a clothesline.
In addition, put a pan underneath your fabric and use your hands to remove some of the excess glue and water solution.
Let the DIY placemats dry overnight.
Now that your burlap has dried, you will cut each piece into four sections. They should measure approx. 18″ x15″
Using a pencil, place the pumpkin pattern under each piece of burlap and trace with a pencil.
Cut each pumpkin out of the stiffened burlap with good scissors and discard the scraps.
The burlap does not dry flat, so it is necessary to iron the placemats before you paint them.
Place a towel underneath and on top of the pumpkin to avoid getting any glue on the iron.
This works well, and the placemats will be flat.
Lastly, we will paint our pumpkin placemats with some acrylic paint.
Firstly, I placed each pumpkin over my pattern and painted the lines and around the edges of the pumpkin first to define its shape.
Next, I did some shading with two colors of paint and a lot of water to create an ombre watercolor look. But, again, you can use the colors of your choice.
I was looking for a neutral palette for my pumpkins, so I chose nude colors.
Do the painting in steps if you have time.
Once you have finished your placemats, you are ready to set your table.
Since I was hosting a baby shower for a little girl, I wanted to use pretty pinks and nude colors on my table.
I incorporated dried hydrangeas, some natural straw pumpkins, and several shades of pink and nude pumpkins to complete the look.
Thanks for following along with my DIY pumpkin placemats! I hope you’ve been inspired to try this easy project out yourself. Be sure to subscribe to my blog or follow me on social media for more fun fall ideas. Happy crafting!
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Love these Wendy! I would love to feature your post on my Saturday Morning Gather tomorrow.
Thank you so much Michele. I am so excited to join the party.
Such a pretty placemat. Perfect color scheme!
Thank you, ladies, have a wonderful weekend!
Wendy
Wendy what a beautiful diy for fall!
Thank you, Stacy. They were a lot of fun to make.
These turned out so cute! And I love your Little Pumpkin theme; the blush color is perfect.
Thank you Lora, it was such a fun shower. I look forward to hopping with you tomorrow.
Wendy,
This is one of the first post I remember you from. It’s still a favorite and I can’t wait to share it Thursday.
Thank you so much, Rachel. I do remember the day you messaged me about this post. I still need to update it tonight.
Wendy, these are so stinkin’ cute!! Love them!!
Thank you Jennifer, they were fun to make.
Wendy,
I’m loving these placemats so much. Love the your colors for fall. I’d like to share a link to your post on my Sunday, Dirt Road Adventures if that’s Ok.
Hi Rachel, Thank you so much. Yes please share away! so kind of you. I found you on IG and will go see your blog next. So fun to find you! Have a great weekend.
Such a cute idea. Love the colors also. Thanks for all the tips.
Such a cute pumpkin! I love your tip for cutting a straight line! Pinning!
Thank you so much Cindy,I know the tip is so simple, but it works so well.
Have a great week.
XO
Wendy
So cute! Perfect for every day or special times during fall. Great tutorial too.
Thank you so much Linda. I am glad you liked them. I hope you give it a try.
How cute are these? I adore them. Such a great idea.
Thank you sweet friend!
Wendy, Your placemats are so pretty! I’ve never seen anything like these. Adding to my craft list for fall. Thank you for sharing! XO Misty
These placemats are adorable! Thank you for sharing how. To make them!
Thank you so much. These were a very fun project and I enjoyed making them. I hope you give it a try.
Share with me if you make them.
Fantastic idea! Really live the watercolor effect! Very elegant!
Thank you so much Melba for visiting my blog. I hope you give them a try! Happy Fall.
Amazing project, Wendy! So creative and absolutely beautiful!
Thank you Marieza, it was so fun hopping along with you!
How cute are these?? Great tutorial. Happy to do this hop with you. Pinned.
Hi Marie,
Thank you for joining us, I hope you enjoyed the hop and found some inspiration.
Great post, Wendy! Such a creative process to make the placemats….and with an amazing color palette! Thanks for your inspiration! ~Missy
Thank you Missy, it was fun hopping with you!
Wow Wendy you really amaze me! I love this project and will definitely be trying it! Your blog is so beautiful!!!
Thank you Crystal, they are very fun to create…. It was so fun hopping with you today!
Wow!! This is lovely! Great tutorial!
Thank you Christin, It was fun joining you on the hop today.
Such a cute DIY. Thank you for the tutorial. It’s a joy to be on tour with you!
Thank you Laura, you are so sweet. It is great to be in such great company.