Fabric Covered Pumpkins in Five Easy Steps (Real or Fake!)

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Use a cool and modern fabric to make these unique fabric covered pumpkins! You’ll love this easy, no carve idea made with Mod Podge.

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I love this tutorial because the possibilities for colors and design are endless since any fabric and paint combo can be applied to the pumpkins to make them unique.

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Supplies Needed:

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Cut fabric into 3-4 inch strips. Working around the pumpkin, apply a thick layer of Mod Podge to the pumpkin.

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Once pumpkin has dried, apply another layer of Mod Podge over the entire pumpkin, continuing to smooth any bubbly places that might pop up. Let dry completely. Learn more

Paint the stem of the pumpkin with an accent color using craft paint for a fun bit of added interest!

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They are the happiest little cuties to see when I walk into my kitchen and they have given me a major itch to cover every gourd in site with the cutest fabrics I can find!

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Fabric Covered Pumpkins in Five Easy Steps (Real or Fake!)

Use a cool and modern fabric to make these unique fabric covered pumpkins! You’ll love this easy, no carve idea made with Mod Podge.

I love this tutorial because the possibilities for colors and design are endless since any fabric and paint combo can be applied to the pumpkins to make them unique.

Supplies Needed:

Small pumpkin Mod Podge Brush Fabric

Cut fabric into 3-4 inch strips. Working around the pumpkin, apply a thick layer of Mod Podge to the pumpkin.

Paint the stem of the pumpkin with an accent color using craft paint for a fun bit of added interest!

They are the happiest little cuties to see when I walk into my kitchen and they have given me a major itch to cover every gourd in site with the cutest fabrics I can find!

Swipe Up for full tutorial

Swipe Up for full tutorial

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