We are so happy to have you! You knocked it out of the park on this one. Hugs! Once you join, you'll be able to save & share your favorite deals, rate posts and recipes and add items to your HipList and Cookbook! Think fluffy feathers, crystals, etc. Thanks for sharing them at Thursday Favorite Things! I have never been a fan of velvet. Let me know if you make one, or MORE! It was fun figuring this out, and super happy I can share it with others! To go with My Wee Abodes coastal/pastel fall palette, I decided to usepolyester spandex velvet (AKA stretch velvet) inLight Coral, Aqua, andIvory (Natural is shown in pic.. not available at this time). Required fields are marked *. Gather-stitch (Glenda, is that the correct stitch name?) I love the colors that you chose, and those real long and twisted stems are the absolute best! I remember those 80s shoulders quite well! Not only does New Fabrics Dailyoffer a HUGE selection of weaves and colors of velvet, they offer all KINDS of fabrics for the crafter, home designer, and seamstress, all at FANTASTIC prices! As mentioned in the supply list, I purchased mine from several Etsy stores, and each stem cost about $1.50-2.00 (the most expensive part of this project). Find a large circular object such as a plate, pot, pizza stone, etc. I love that you used real pumpkin stems. The velvet is PERFECT, and so thankful to Stylish Fabric for offering the discount to my readers! DIY School Supply Cake | Unique Back to School Teacher Gift Idea! Powered by Shopify. I am also going to be drying out some stems because these look amazing with the real stems. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. You are too kind! Hi, Julie. Lori Jo 50 With Flair Just like the professional pumpkin designers, adding a real pumpkin stem to your plush velvet pumpkin will add an elegant, yet rustic touch to the pumpkin. Absolutely! My team and I make handmade home decor for seasonal styling throughout the year. Im NOT an experienced sewer AT ALL! Woot! First make a cross, taking your needle and starting where there is no shoulder, and then going to the opposite side where there is no shoulder, then go over to the other side and do the same. Hope your week goes well! What a great tutorial and entertaining writing too! Easy peasy, right?! So glad you found My Wee Abode! And my heart jumped. Hugs! Hip Tip: Collect dry stems from real pumpkins, gourds, etc. Thanks, Glenda! Woot! All the hearts! And I love seeing your posts at TTA! Even better, the options are endless since you can make them using any fabric you want and still get a high-end look. I bought several mini pumpkins from the store this year wants the pumpkins wane, Ill be drying the stems for next year, and I dont have to pay any shipping! Using the heavy-duty thread eliminates the need to double the thread you can use a single strand. Fill the pumpkin with the desired amount of stuffing. Hugs! Let me know if you have any other questions. What I saw were VELVET PUMPKINS, people!!! Im a bit behind this week in my blogging, but I just love this post! Thank you for using the word gorgeous THREE times. These are too cute!! Great job friend!! And no one wants a gourd that looks like the stem is rotting off! . Yep pumpkin stems are pretty easy to find, and perfect for this project! Great tutorial too BTW and one Ill be referring back to. No doubt about it, Julieyour DIY velvet pumpkins are the prettiest Ive seen! Thanks for the motivation. Hi there! The stitches should be fairly even, and anywhere from to wide/apart. Perfect for my small ones, but too late for this post! . These are beautiful Julie. Yes, they are super soft! (Need to update my post with that info, dont I???) Thank you for the love, and I hope you find LOTS of things you enjoy and can use from being part of the MWA fam! The weight and the feel of the velvet are perfect for these diy velvet pumpkins! OMG! but I just cant help myself. and a vintage white window pane in the background. LOL! I cant wait to try them for next year. I clicked the link on those blogs that transported me to where I could purchase those lovely fall decorations that had sweet little bumps and bulges that, unlike my similar shape, looked GREAT in velvet! They look so elegant and expensive especially with the real stems. Thank you SO much! Gorgeous colours and excellent tutorial! While I love the velvet pumpkins, knitting them gave me something to do (quarantine bored) and they are also cute! Let me know if you would like a couple! This season Im sharing FREE minimalist fall watercolor printables that you can use to spruce up your autumn decor! Welcome to my shop! Im def going to have a collection! I love them!! (I sure did!) Decorate your front door for under $35 with Hobby Lobby decor! Thanks for stopping by! Thanks for commenting, and being such a faithful friend! Im featuring you this week, because people need to see these gorgeous pumpkins!! Love ya! Not as much as the shells, but Im super happy with them! I think this little open pod is just beautiful, dont you? Carol! I was featured yesterday, too! Your sweet comment is so encouraging! What a great addition to our linky party! Congratulations, you are being featured at Thursday Favorite Things. Hugs! I am DEFINITELY going to do this next year. Those luxurious, soft, intense-colored gourds with real pumpkin stems had me hooked! I guess I didnt note the yardage because there is a one yard minimum, and thats all I bought of each color. These look store bought and your color choices are beautiful! Yes agree so easy and fun. I especially love how you used natural stems. I love your color palette too. . Would you also like to leave us a comment? Maybe sand, but then I starting researching the idea and found that many people use crushed walnut shells for making pin cushions. These are gorgeous, Julie. thanks so much for linking up for the party! Julie, Works for me in a pinch, and maybe for you, too! Glad you like my velvet pumpkins Im hoping pumpkins arent too late for the blogging season! Don't Miss Out! Well, sweet friends, today Im going to share how to diy velvet pumpkins just like the pros, for less than $5 each! *cue angels singing*. More coastal vibe with a pod and fishnet. Yep, and what better way to celebrate thisone-year blogiversaryin a small home than with a giveaway? Learn how your comment data is processed. What are ya waiting for?! Hugs! Great job Julie! Wow Julie!! Hugs! Oh, and did you notice? Thanks for commenting, Patti! Free Shipping on Retail Orders in the U.S.! So fun when a project that is shared helps another to look at things in a better way (not that *not* liking velvet is a problem but, you know what I mean!) Julie, you already know that I love your velvet pumpkins. Since they are easy and inexpensive, its not a problem! to trace a circle on the backside of your fabric using a marker or pen. Indeed they are looking like you bought them spending a lot of money! The whole project is so beautiful! They look ah-may-zing! Oh, thanks so much, Kim! . I had no idea you could buy real pumpkin stem?! These whimsical velvet pumpkins are so fun to make! I would love to see some in a muted green, gray, and natural in your home! I LOVE these pumpkins, Julie. I totally get the temperature thing, Lori Jo. THIS little aqua pumpkin doesnt have a real stem. Hip Tip:Speaking of buying in bulk, these are the 10 most popular items to buy in bulk online from Dollar Tree. I totally want to go to my pumpkin patch and ask for them, too! Thinking about just buying some velvet pumpkins? I consent to collecting and storing the data I submit in this form. Yep shoulder pads were very popular in my closet, too! Hope you enjoy making these! Julie, These beautiful Julie! Pick a circle shape at least 6 in diameter and cut your fabric. Woot!). Youre gonna love em! . Thanks for coming by, Pam, AND for the feature today, even though it wasnt a mirror! . I can see why this is your favorite post. Be sure to let me know! Love these pumpkins, you did a wonderful job! Kari @meandmycaptain. Fabulous job and thanks for sharing. Im looking forward to doing more colors in the future. These are ADORABLE, Julie! Hip2Save is a registered trademark of Hip Happenings, LLC. They are my fave project this year, thats for sure! Well, that just totally made me happy dance! (I crack myself up! I LOVE THEM and have always wanted to try making them, but never felt confident in the process. These are beautiful! Seriously, these came out SO good, they look far better than store bought! My cutie-patootie Mod Podge Coastal Style Pumpkins joined their posh velvet cousins in My Wee Abode! Place the circle with the wrong side of the fabric facing up and sprinkle some beans in the middle. So Cal has not been cool until the last week, so Im running a bit late on my projects, too! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your secrets. Just a wee bit over a year, Read More One Year Blogiversary In a Small Home and Giveaway!Continue, Spread the love211 Its that time of year again when My Wee Abode offers free printables to the MWA family! Lina has a Bachelor's Degree from Northern Arizona University with 10 years of blogging and photography experience having work featured in Today.com, Martha Stewart, Country Living, Fox News, Buzzfeed, and HGTV. Thank you! Ill be sure to keep it on my radar for next fall. Using a cake stand and some eucalyptus branches adds a fall touch that is light and airy! These are just gorgeous Julie!!! Thanks for the great tutorial. I hope you are able to make them, and, if you do, be sure to email me a pic! Love your tutorial for making these lovely pumpkins! Glad you like the colors give me all the aquas (and greens!) Pinning for later! So, what do you think my next step was? I hope you share your pumpkins (even if its next year! Elaine, so glad you dropped in! GAH I love love love love these. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. I finally found a tutorial on how to make velvet pumpkins with shoulders. You dont know how much that means to me! However, this year I have purchased several real mini pumpkins with beautiful stems that cost me less than $1.50 each. And thank YOU for the love, too, Janet! I cant decide if I like the blue or the pink the best. I have to agree shoulder pads were a fave of mine in the 80s, as well! Welcome, Monica! And not just any old velvet pumpkins these had shoulders! How about some free watercolor summer printables that will freshen up your home? dragons Happy Fall! So, you want some of those BEAUTIFUL plush velvet pumpkins with the 80s shoulders? Using both products gives added weight to the pumpkins and helps it keep its shape. The velvet give the pumpkins a really plush look. This website uses cookies to improve your experience. Ah!!!! Thank you, sweet friend! Thanks so much for sharing them at Farmhouse Friday! Happy to liked the tutorial, too! MINIMALIST FALL WATERCOLOR PRINTABLES If you are new to the My Wee Abode blog, you may, Read More Minimalist Fall Watercolor PrintablesContinue. Your velvet pumpkins are beautiful! I really love these but I didnt want to buy any supplies. ). Today, well be doing just that, by adding fall dcor to a small kitchen a wee kitchen at that! Hand-Dyed Bottle Brush Trees - Set of 3 Ombre Purple, Hand-Dyed Bottle Brush Trees - Set of 3 Ombre Blue. Ha what a great idea Julie! And I love your color palette! Yep, I figured out how to DIY velvet pumpkins just like the pros, shoulders and all (yeah, Im not using bumps and bulges again in this post!) Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday! Oh!!! (I used a smaller stitch for the small pumpkins, and larger well, you get the idea!). Now, I dont mean to make the seams burst open, but I do mean that, when you think youve used enough stuffing, add some more! Im glad the 80s shoulders made you giggle. Julie your velvet pumpkins are beautiful and they are the perfect colors for your coastal farmhouse decor. By putting your illustrstion, it is very clear what needs to be avcomplished. Im giggling over here, Laura Because you KNOW how much your photo remark means to me! Now these are some shoulder pads that any woman from the 80s would have been proud to wear! Hugs! Have fun! Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. That was the word I was looking for basting! Always appreciate your encouragement and ideas! For more information, see my complete disclosure HERE. Oh, I cant wait to see how they turn out! Last year about this time, while visiting all my fave blogs, I came across a blog hop (just like I did this year) that took my breath away! Thanks for the sweet words! Used wine corks as the stems (had from another project). I may have to make a few now that it is finally cooler here in Georgia and almost feels like Fall! She had beautiful velvet pumpkins that she purchased on her dining room table. The thing she liked about them was the weight. Hip2Save may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. Hugs and hearts! Love these am going to try todaythank you. I had no idea you could buy pumpkin stems on etsy. Hopefully, lots of people will be able to make them now! For the center of your pumpkin, layout your fiber fill, place a handful of memory foam in the middle, and then wrap the fiber fill around the foam. Not only is the price at New Fabrics Daily super affordable, but the color selection is also unbeatable! Oh my gosh how could I have forgotten so quickly LOL Its good to know I havent totally lost my mind . By using this site, you are agreeing to the site's terms of use. Your words are a blessing, and I hope the tutorial is helpful! So lets add some easy breezy summer wall art that will immediately freshen, Read More Free Summer Printables That Will Freshen Up Your HomeContinue, Spread the love58 Do you want more inspiration for small (or large) home, apartment, or dorm? These velvet pumpkins are what I was looking for ! I love them, too! The stems make the statement. Those are besutiful. Be sure to finish off with a very secure knot or finishing stitch. Thank you!! Thank you so much for coming by, Lisa! Hugs and hearts (and thanks for the sweet words!). (I did that for you! The quality and the price looks very good. LOL, Roxanne! And what a great party favor for fall! Yes, I had known about the nut shells I thought I had read hazelnut shells, but Im probably wrong. Then secure the rest of the opening. Thanks, Peg Im going to be doing some warm-toned ones this Saturday with Deeds! (different sizes), About an hour of your time, because YOU wont hit any bumps in the road. Absolutely! Sorry I was so busy getting this step right, I forgot to take photos. or you can use cut-up branches for a more rustic look. Jackie, thanks for dropping in and commenting! Required fields are marked *. You can call that a gathering stitch or basting dtitch. Im glad you like my plush pumpkins! Truly appreciate it! I sat and stared at the screen ofStonegables blog, then hopped toShabbyfufus blog and stared again, and then hopped toThistlewood Farms blog and stared some more. Bev, Well, as a petite woman I have to say I quite enjoyed the 80s shoulders in the day and Im absolutely loving your fabulous velvet pumpkins just as much Julie. I filled them with some dried pinto beans and stuffing I had on hand. Hugs, dear friend! Aw.. you are TOO kind, Richella! ). Hehe!!! . They are truly easy to create Im making some for my sister this season, in warm colors. However, you can choose ANY colors of fabric to create your own designer look (think warm oranges/greens/golds, or classic blues/whites/orange theres no end to the combinations)! I just found your blog today, and I am a subscriber now. My sweet friend, Marissa, coined the phrase for me! Love these cuties! Thank you so much for commenting, Lynne, and for the kind words! These trendy plush velvet pumpkins sold at home decor stores and online boutiques can be a little pricey, but theyre actually pretty simple to make! Hugs, You did an amazing job here! Cant wait to make some! So funny! https://www.eclecticredbarn.com/2020/09/thursday-favorite-things.html Thanks for the kind words! Absolutely lovely Julie! Yours turned out so beautifully. Then all you do is cut circle shapes out of fabric, hand stitch around the edges, then stuff with dried beans and fiber stuffing. Hugs and hearts! Great tutorial! Pinned . Such a great tutorial. Then scoop and push them. I recently used crushed walnut shell for stuffing in a cute owl project. fall pumpkins unlit wheat harvest wreath velvet inch wreaths Love, love, love! Thanks for the rice tip too Julie. Sweet shoulders, and I added a couple of real pumpkins, too! I cant wait to dry out my pumpkin stems and try this next year! Asked me if I would tag her on the IG post! Enjoy! I had no idea what it was from feeling them. Im featuring you this week! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Thank you, friend! I bet they are so beautiful. Love this Julie! I love the way you manipulate words AND gourds! Im going to be making 30 small pumpkins as favors for the fall in love bridal shower i am giving my niece! Julie, these are just so cute, and youve done a beautiful job sharing a tutorial. Ahahaha! Thank you SO much for the feature, dear friend! I am totally STUNNED, just look at the SHOULDERS! Hugs and hearts! This is probably my fave post to date! Beautiful project! Thanks so much, Jenny! Hint: Before gluing, be sure to see where the stem will look best, and cover best, on the pumpkin. Im so glad you chose to read my post, Liberty! Not only use the fiber fill, but also use the. Thank you for sharing how to make velvet pumpkins like a pro at Create, Bake, Grow & Gather this week. Thanks for sharing. These DIY Concrete Planters Cost Less Than a DOLLAR to Make! Have a great day. So glad you are joining us today because today is special! Thanks for commenting! Remember, over-stuff you can always add more fiber fill to the pumpkin to make it fuller. Youre fabulous! Take your Gorilla Glue stick (my fave they are the best!) Site by These are just GORGEOUS, gorgeous, gorgeous! I need to go to the pumpkin patch for some great stems to save until next year. Cant wait to see your finished gourds! Our handmade velvet trees for every style. Ive prayed many times about it! Copyright Aw, thank you so much, Cherelle yes, I think velvet pumpkins will be around for a while, so we can make lots and lots! Make sure to overstuff your pumpkin. Im going to linking them this week with Waste Not Wednesday! Im delighted to be featuring this DIY at tomorrows party and pinning too. Today is going to be a short and sweet post, as Im heading out for a wedding that starts this afternoon! Alternatives to beans is using recycled store plastic bags for stuffing. Great tutorial! Oh be sure to send me a pic when you are done! As far as fabric is concerned I purchased one yard of each color and it was MORE than enough to do any size pumpkin, and have PLENTY left for more! We have something for everyone and are always adding new pieces. They are so beautiful, Julie! Thanks for the feature, and the lovely narrative on your blog, as well! like ever but these TOTALLY changed that! this helpful postexplaining a running stitch and double thread, Plush velvet-like fabric or real velvet fabric. I am featuring you today at TFT. Thanks so much, Marie Love linking up at Talk of the Town! What a great job you did! Oh, I just love the colors! Yours are a work of art. Thanks for sharing Julie! Hugs and hearts! I hate to order anything online, but we should be able to find a grocery store or farmers market where some just happened to fall off. One site also suggest using dental floss to sew with as it is very strong. This doesnt have to be perfect, just do your best. Hugs and hearts! Miss you! Pinned. Im imagining how soft they must feel. . If youre looking for quick shipping and gorgeous fall decor, this listing fits the bill! I absolutely love the colors you picked, too! One more tip This is the point where you can add embellishments to your pumpkins! Grab a group of friends, and make this a fun fall craft activity! These are absolutely beautiful, Julie! You did a great job! Thanks! Your Heart's Content. Gently start cinching the edges, but dont tie off the thread yet. haha) I love the pumpkins so much! Notify me via e-mail if anyone answers my comment. I could not figure out how to do them!!! It truly made my day! This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. I love the orange fabric you used! Its a fave post of mine, for sure! Thanks, Kristi! That means a lot to me! These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. I finally decided to read a velvet pumpkin post..this one. To glam them up, you could even spray paint them gold or silver. Make sure you send me some photos via email, Regina! Thank you! This was my first large pumpkin, and it came out a bit oval, so I just squished it around and formed it to make it a bit more round. Hugs and all the hearts! (And another incoming resin pumpkin stem on the right! Lovely decor for your wee abode and easy reading for us. I really enjoy reading the comments and emails I receive, too! Great tutorial sweetie! Notify me via e-mail if anyone answers my comment. I need to watch that in the future! I hope lots of people are able to make these and enjoy them in their homes! My name is Michelle and I have been selling home decor and accessories for over 30 years from my small studio in Wisconsin. Crisscross the opening with tight stitches. If you use the tutorial, be sure to share your project on my Facebook page! Thanks for the recommendation and thanks for sharing at Happiness is Homemade. Love the colors and the fabric you used. Interested in purchasing Wholesale & Bulk orders in the US? What, Read More Five Pinterest Boards to Make You a Better DecoratorContinue, Spread the love98 My Wee Abode is one year old! Great for an affordable DIY project for fall! Thanks so much for joining the Grace at Home party at Imparting Grace. Those light coral one definitely photographed more pink! Oh, thank you! I wish I could own about one million velvet pumpkins because I love to put pumpkins everywhere for the fall season! Oh, Toni You *did* comment on Instagram maybe thats what you are thinking of? whatever-day-it-is-that-I-get-this-posted day! Here are 3 different places you can find them: If youre in a pinch and need a bunch of velvet pumpkins to put on display, use as gifts, or even incorporated into fall wedding decor, the Dollar Tree is a great place to scoop up affordable, bulk velvet pumpkins. Gotta share! Ive only made them out of drop cloth and Ive used driftwood found on the beach for my stems. Woot woot! Hey, friends!!! Your email address will not be published. Thank you for the encouragement and love, dear heart! This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Thank you so much for the great tips you are sharing with us! I didnt see in the tutorial how much velvet to buy for each pimpkin. What a great tutorial! Enjoy the season! (The picture shows my fabric being flat, simply for tutorial purposes.). If anyone would like to see how this is done, email or comment, and Ill update the post! They are beautiful and its nice to see such pretty pastels for a change. I hope to see you there. I love the colours you chose for your velevet pumpkins. I love your velvet pumpkins. One last fall decor item you might want to add to your home these, Affordable Storage Solutions for Small Bathrooms, Free Summer Printables That Will Freshen Up Your Home, Five Pinterest Boards to Make You a Better Decorator. Just lost some hormones! Thanks for commenting let me know if you make these! Now for the shoulders! Look at all the love youve gotten Julie! Oh, thank you, Richella. They definitely look just like the pricey ones I have seen for sale! Thank you, Rita, dear! They look so cute grouped together for a festive centerpiece or on a large tray or bowl. This post may contain affiliate links, at no additional cost to you. Heres hoping they cooperate, and still have some nice ones! LOL! They really turned out beautifully. No worries I just found your comment in my spam folder! Im so thankful you enjoyed the post both the reading and content! They are so perfect!!! Your email address will not be published. LOL! They look fabulous. I love how the decoupaged pumpkins coordinate with the diy plush pumpkins. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Very pretty. Thank you for sharing your creativity! . So beautiful. The colors are so beautiful and the fabric looks so luxurious I feel as if I can just reach out and touch them.
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