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A decorative white fabric pumpkin with textured beads, a tall brown stem, and faux leaves, displayed on a rustic green pedestal in front of a blue paneled wall—perfect inspiration if you’re wondering how to make fabric pumpkins.
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How To Make Fabric Pumpkins From Thrifted Fabric

A quick and easy tutorial on how to make the cutest stuffed fabric pumpkins using material or clothing you have thrifted.
Prep Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Cost$5

Materials

  • Scissors
  • Upcycled fabric or clothing
  • Twigs or small stem
  • Preserved real fall leaves or faux leaves
  • Pinto beans or rice
  • Embroidery thread and needles
  • Hot glue gun and glue sticks
  • Templates

Instructions

How to Make Fabric Pumpkins (Quick Guide)

  • Cut a circle of fabric in your desired size (6–16").
  • Stitch around the edge with embroidery thread, leaving a long tail.
  • Add weight and stuffing (rice/beans + polyfill) to form the pumpkin.
  • Pull thread to close and wrap it around to create 6–8 pumpkin ribs.
  • Glue on a stem (real or faux) and decorate with moss, ribbon, or leaves.

✨ Tip: Use thrifted sweaters, flannel shirts, or vintage linens for unique texture.