26 Creative DIY Wooden Pumpkin Ideas You Can Make for Fall
Discover 26 creative DIY wooden pumpkin ideas perfect for fall decor. Use scrap or pallet wood for budget-friendly, eco-friendly, beginner-friendly, and easy-to-make projects!
Nothing says fall like pumpkins! But if you are like me, sometimes you want something a little different from the traditional pumpkin.
If you know me, I would make everything out of wood. Wood pumpkins are no exception. They are versatile, long-lasting, and, most importantly, “rot-proof.” Plus, I can reuse them every year.
Why Wooden Pumpkins
- Use up scrap wood
- Re-use them every year
- Save money!
- No more rotting vegetable on your doorstep.
And you know the best part? You can most probably make them out of scrap wood or pallet wood aka free. It’s a great way to save money and reduce waste, especially since wood pumpkins don’t need to be perfect. In fact, the more rustic, the better!
Material Choices for Wooden Pumpkins
- Scrap wood
- Pallets
- Tree stumps
- Paint sticks
- Wood slices
You can even add decorations to the pumpkins with cloth, pompoms, paint, etc.
I am sharing 25 DIY wood pumpkin ideas to inspire your creativity. Each project is beginner-friendly but also offers a chance to get creative with your personal style.
Pumpkins Made From Scrap Wood
Making pumpkins from scrap wood is so easy! There are so many ways to make them unique. All it takes is a little creativity and a scrapwood pile.
1. 3D Plywood Pumpkins by Anika’s DIY Life
Real pumpkins are great, but they don’t always last all season long, especially after we carve them for Halloween.
These easy-to-make wooden pumpkins are made from plywood. Leave them natural or paint them in any color you want. AND, they fold away for easy storage when the season is over!
Make your own with this tutorial.
2. DIY Wood Block Pumpkins by Anika’s DIY Life
These easy DIY 4×4 wood pumpkins are super easy to make! All you need is a little paint and a bolt. It would make fun kids project too! Use pipe cleaners and a bolt to make the stem.
3. Stenciled Scrap Lumber Block Pumpkins by the Kim Six Fix
Scrap blocks of wood in different sizes spell autumn with this wood project. Glue twigs on top of the blocks to turn them into pumpkins with this project that will help you use up your scrap wood pile.
4. 30 Minute DIY Wooden Block Pumpkins From Toolbox Divas
Get creative with scrap 1X6 boards and paint to make these wood pumpkins. Add a jack-o-lantern face, use twigs from your yard for pumpkin stems, and left over craft supplies to add other details.
5. Scrap Wood Pumpkins by Re-Fabbed
Old plinth blocks, pallet wood, and scrap wood aren’t safe when making wooden pumpkins. Get creative with paint and designs to make DIY decor for the season.
6. Scrap Wood Pumpkins From 4×4 by Jaime Costiglio
Pumpkins made from 4x4s make the perfect pumpkin patch for fall. Use a miter saw to give the blocks of wood some shape and paint them orange. Such a simple project and I love it!
7. Junk Drawer Pumpkins by Diva of DIY
Buttons, drawer pulls, door knobs. Use items from your junk drawer to make jack-o-lantern faces on wood blocks. The faces really give them personality.
8. Easy DIY Scrap Wood Pumpkins by Sawdust Sisters
Make a few cute wooden pumpkins using scrap 2×4 wood. I love the addition of the sisal bow on top for the added rustic flair.
9. Rustic Wooden Pumpkins by Hearth & Vine
Mix and match wood sizes to make a trio of wood pumpkins. Use any size of wood you want and add a gorgeous painted effect for eye-stopping fall decor!
Make your own with this tutorial.
10. Farmhouse Style Scrap Wood Pumpkins by Do Dodson Designs
Make these easy DIY rustic pumpkins by stacking scrap wood pieces into a pumpkin shape. This one is made from weathered fence pickets, but you could use any type of wood.
11. Easy Scrap Wood Pumpkin by Meegan Makes
We’ve seen a lot of ways to add stems to your wood pumpkins. I love this idea of repurposing old book pages for leaves!
Pumpkins Made From Pallet Wood
Pallet wood is a great material for pumpkins! Just cut them to size and add a backing. A little paint can completely transform the rustic old pallet into beautiful fall decor!
12. Rustic Pumpkin Stand by Mod Podge Rocks Blog
I love this easy project using wooden fences to make the pumpkin decor which also doubles as a candy bowl! You can simply leave it out for some no-contact trick-or-treating!
13. Decoupaged Wood Plank Pumpkins by the Scrap Shoppe Blog
Who says pumpkins need to be orange?! Paint your pallet wood pumpkins in your favorite colors and add a creative detail using decoupage.
14. Rustic Pallet Pumpkin by Her Tool Belt
This DIY pallet wood pumpkin is super easy to make! Using a jigsaw, cut your pumpkin shape, stem, and all. Then, use wire to connect them all.
15. Painted Pallet Pumpkins by Pet Scribbles
Pre-made wooden pumpkins are a great alternative if you don’t have any scrap wood laying around. Paint them in different colors to create a unique fall pumpkin patch.
Other Creative Wooden Pumpkins
16. Rustic Scrap Wood Pumpkin by Making It in the Mountains
Who says you have to paint your DIY wood pumpkin? Leave the natural wood finish for a great addition to your farmhouse-style decor that will last all season long.
See how to make your own here.
17. Paint Stick Pumpkins by Two Purple Couches
Paint sticks aren’t just for stirring paint. Put them together for a perfect pumpkin.
18. Log Slice Pumpkins by Angie Holden
Grab your Cricut machine for these DIY pumpkins, or you can hand paint the jack-o-lantern faces. Using thicker slices of wood will help your pumpkins stand up better.
19. Painted Wood Slice Pumpkins by a Night Owl
Orange-painted wood slices make the perfect wood pumpkins for fall. Get creative by adding stems and leaves.
If you don’t have access to wood slices, you can buy them too!
20. Stump Pumpkins by Her Tool Belt
If you have access to a stump and some carving skills, you can make these cool pumpkins to rival any real pumpkins.
21. Monogrammed Pumpkin Wreath by Reality Daydream
You’ll need a scroll saw to make this fall monogram pumpkin. Paint it any color you choose and hang it above a mantle or use it as a wreath for the door.
22. Framed Wood Pumpkins From Pretty Handy Girl
Pumpkin clip art and a scroll saw are all you need for this fun framed wood pumpkin art. Showcase on a mantle or shelf anywhere in your home for fall.
23. Rustic Scrap Wood Pumpkins by Our Crafty Mom
Keep it simple this fall with these minimal farmhouse scrap wood pumpkins. Add a twig and raffia and you have a pumpkin!
24. DIY Wood Block Pumpkins by Mod Podge Rocks
You can make these pumpkins using scrap wood blocks or purchasing pre-made blocks. The leaves are made from felt and strung on wire to mimic vines in a pumpkin patch.
25. 2×4 Wood Porch Pumpkins by DIY Beautify
These large pumpkins on stands are great for the front porch. You can make them with 2X4s and a few basic tools. You can paint them, distress them, or leave them natural—it’s up to you.
26. DIY Light-Up Wooden Pumpkin
This light-up wooden pumpkin uses simple materials like yardsticks and paint stirrers. It’s an easy project with big impact! This pumpkin will look great on your porch or mantel, and the LED lights give it extra fall magic.
Make your own with this tutorial!
More DIY Fall Decor Ideas
Anika's goal is to inspire and empower beginners with woodworking, DIY, home improvement, and home decor ideas.
She wants everyone to unlock their creative potential and experience the feeling that comes with making something. Nothing feels better better than seeing something and saying "I can make that!"
What a beautiful collection!!!
What a fun collection – there are so many great ideas here! Thanks for including us!
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Fantastic ideas once again and i will be doing some of these for my grandchildren to have around their house
Your ideas and tutorials are inspiring and empowering. Your site is the first one I go to for ideas