Learn how to turn foam craft pumpkins into the cutest miniature houses for fairies or gnomes. This is a fun pumpkin decorating idea for fall.
I love fairy gardens and all things miniature, so this year I decided to make a fall decoration that combines my love for storing and miniatures. I turned a pumpkin into a miniature house for these cute little gnomes to live in.
Is this not THE cutest pumpkin craft you overly did see? I veritably love how this DIY turned out and honestly now I’m considering making an unshortened village. Wouldn’t a pumpkin house bakery be divine? Or a little schoolhouse?! Oh, I can see myself getting carried yonder here.
This is just too fun! This is one of those crafts where you could squint through your craft stash and find all kinds of things to use. For example, I was just going to paint a little door knob onto the door, but I found a wooden teardrop and thought it would be perfect.
Looking for a whimsical and magical DIY project to embrace the spirit of fall? Get ready to embark on a journey into the realm of fantasy with your very own Pumpkin Fairy House!
Pumpkin: Choose a medium-sized pumpkin with a sturdy shape and a flat bottom to serve as the foundation of your fairy house.
Crafting Supplies: Gather materials such as acrylic paint, paintbrushes, hot glue gun, scissors, assorted crafting paper, moss, twigs, and any other decorative elements you desire.
Optional Additions: Consider incorporating miniature furniture, fairy figurines, LED lights, or other embellishments to bring your fairy house to life!
Prepare Your Pumpkin: Thoroughly clean and dry your pumpkin, removing any dirt or debris from the surface.
Design Your Layout: Use a pencil to sketch out windows, doors, and any other features you want to include on your pumpkin.
Painting Magic: Paint the exterior of your pumpkin using acrylic paint in enchanting colors like warm oranges, deep purples, or mystical greens. Let your imagination soar as you add intricate details and patterns!
Create Fairy Details: Craft doors and windows out of crafting paper or thin cardboard, and attach them to your pumpkin using hot glue. Add whimsical touches like faux flowers, tiny mushrooms, or miniature lanterns to enhance the fairy-tale atmosphere.
Landscaping: Use moss, twigs, and small stones to create a charming garden landscape around your pumpkin fairy house. Arrange them to resemble a fairy garden, complete with winding paths and secret hideaways.
Illuminate the Magic: If desired, place LED lights inside your pumpkin to create a magical glow that will enchant all who behold your creation!
With a sprinkle of creativity and a dash of fairy dust, transform an ordinary pumpkin into a captivating Pumpkin Fairy House that will delight both young and old alike.
Whether displayed as a centerpiece for your fall festivities or nestled in a secret garden nook, this DIY project is sure to ignite the imagination and inspire wonder. Embrace the magic of the season and create your own enchanting fairy tale today!