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3D Metallic Pumpkin Art

October 6, 2014 by Wifeeclectic 6 Comments

I was given the ribbon to create this project, all other supplies and opinions are my own.
Last year, I got rid of most of my Halloween decor, I just didn’t love it and I didn’t feel like it fit my personality. It was all too goofy or too scary. I wanted classic pieces in browns and golds that could work for Halloween and then with a few swaps, work great for Thanksgiving too.
My husband absolutely loved the way the metallic pumpkin turned out and he is the one who sat down and helped me finish this piece. I love the way it turned out. I love the different, fun patterns in the ribbon, but I love that it isn’t too distracting or over done. I have to say this might be one of my favorite fall items in my house right now and the best part? It took less than 30 minutes to make.

3D Metallic Pumpkin Art

You will need:

  • a small carvable pumpkin, I picked mine up at the dollar store
  • metallic spray paint
  • 11×14 Canvas
  • black spray paint
  • knife
  • ribbons in fall colors with various widths
  • hot glue

 

Cut your pumpkin in half using a knife. The pumpkins from the dollar store cut really easily and are hollow inside. Spray paint your canvas black and your pumpkin in a metallic shade. I was really surprised how much spray painting the pumpkin changed the look and feel of it. It was OK before, but the metallic paint really made it pop!

3D Metallic Pumpkin Art with a dollar store pumpkin

Using different widths and patterns of ribbon, you are basically going to make a Union Jack on the canvas.

Make your large X in the back of the canvas first using your skinniest ribbon. Hot glue the ribbon down on the edges. Use your thickest ribbon across the center of the canvas and top with your favorite ribbon down the front. I only hot glued the ribbons on the back of the canvas, but you could glue them across the canvas too if you are having trouble getting them to lay flat.

3D Metallic Pumpkin Art with a dollar store pumpkin

Finish by hot gluing the pumpkin to the center of the canvas. I absolutely love the way this turned out. The 3D Metallic Pumpkin Art has the perfect amount of shine, but not so much that my husband rolls eyes at it. In fact, I this might be his favorite Halloween decoration in our house too.
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Filed Under: Halloween, Holidays Tagged With: Arts and Crafts, Halloween, Thanksgiving

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  1. Masshole Mommy says

    October 6, 2014 at 6:02 pm

    That came out AWESOME!!! I absolutely love it.

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  2. bxcrochet says

    October 6, 2014 at 7:42 pm

    That is such a cool project. I love how the pumpkin looks in gold.

    Michelle F.

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  3. Maddi'sMommy says

    October 6, 2014 at 8:12 pm

    Awesome project – I had no idea it was DIY!

    Reply
  4. Caitlin Fore says

    October 7, 2014 at 3:23 am

    I'm totally with you on having fall decor not look to scary or goofy. That's why I stick with harvest fall decor. It's easier to make sure it all looks like it goes together and feels right. I don't like the scary stuff, even though it is really funny!

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  5. Amy Stenehjem-Kelsch says

    October 7, 2014 at 5:04 pm

    Soooooooo much fun! I love the metallic pumpkin- so darn cute! Love this idea!

    Reply
  6. Kristin and Megan says

    October 7, 2014 at 6:48 pm

    What a fabulous DIY! It turned out SO cute!

    Reply

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