Decoupaged Lace Pumpkins - Positively Splendid {Crafts, Sewing, Recipes and Home Decor} (2024)

September 17, 2012 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

Oh, how I love Halloween! Outfitting my home in spooky fashion is something I look forward to all year long!This year, I am going with a vintage theme for my Halloween decor, incorporating an abundance of black lace with a few kicks of antique gold. The project I’m sharing today–Decoupaged Lace Pumpkins–is one that can be completed in an hour or less (maybe a bit more for drying time), yet the end result looks like something you might find at a pricey boutique. Let me show you how easily I put these together!For this project, you will need…

Faux pumpkin(s) (I used 6-inch Funkins)
White spray paint
Black lace
Shears
Mod Podge (I used the shiny finish)
Foam brush
Gold paint (or your desired color for the stem)
Small bristled paint brush

Before you begin, check out my 6 Tips for Using Mod Podge Like a Pro!

To begin, spray paint each of your pumpkins white. Allow them to dry completely.

Cut a piece of black lace that is about 1″ wider than the circumference of your pumpkin. Using your foam brush, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge in a circle around the center perimeter of your pumpkin, and use this to adhere the lace to your pumpkin. Stretch the lace as you work to achieve as smooth a surface as possible, but don’t worry if you have a few bumps after this step; you’ll be able to remedy those later on when you apply your sealing coat of Mod Podge.

When you reach the point that the two ends of your lace meet, carefully trim any excess lace away so that the two ends just overlap.Now, apply a sealing coat of Mod Podge over the entirety of your pumpkin, paying particularly close attention to the lace portion of the project. Hint: Work carefully so as not to cause the lace to shift as you work. When you are finished with this step, your lace layer should be completely saturated with Mod Podge. Allow the Mod Podge to dry completely.

Using your small bristled paint brush, apply gold paint to the stem of your pumpkin, and allow the paint to dry completely.

You are finished!Wasn’t that easy? I just love how the glossy finish of the Mod Podge mimics the look of ceramic!

These beauties will be making an appearance in my Halloween mantel display, which I’ll be sharing with you next week!

Thanks so much for stopping by today. Be sure to venture back over tomorrow, when I’ll be sharing another fun pumpkin tutorial!

Decoupaged Lace Pumpkins - Positively Splendid {Crafts, Sewing, Recipes and Home Decor} (9)

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Amanda @ Serenity Now says
September 17, 2012 at 12:21 pm

I love that lace is making a comeback, in a good way. Your pumpkins look so pretty, all dressed up. 🙂
Jill @ Create.Craft.Love. says
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September 17, 2012 at 12:57 pm

Love the lace! So pretty and classy!
Heidi Rew says
September 17, 2012 at 8:47 pm

Okay, Amy…I thought I’ve seen enough pumpkin decorations. I was done with them…UNTIL…I saw yours! These may be my favorite of all time. Great job! <3 Heidi Rew from Parties for Pennies
Beverly {Flamingo Toes} says
September 18, 2012 at 2:13 am

These are super darling Amy!! I love the lace!
nest of posies says
September 18, 2012 at 2:52 am

LOVE them! and i love your project at the 18th house or whatever that blog is called. both are darling!
xo
kellie
Angie Granata says
September 18, 2012 at 3:12 am

I love the lace pumpkins. I also did some pumpkins with black lace. Would love for you to see. diyitnow.blogspot.com
Michele {The Scrap Shoppe} says
September 18, 2012 at 1:34 pm

Cute and slightly spooky. They’re perfect!
Food Done Light says
September 23, 2012 at 1:45 am

Beautiful and spooky at the same time. Love it
Debi Bolocofsky says
September 23, 2012 at 7:53 pm

I love these pumpkins. They are so pretty. I have a link party on Wednesdays, and I would love it if you would link this and any other posts. It is called Wednesdays Adorned From Above Link Party. It runs from Wednesday to Sundays.
http://www.adornedfromabove.com/2012/09/natural-coconut-bubble-bath-and.html
I hope to see you there.
Have a great Day.
Debi Bolocofsky
Adorned From Above
http://www.adornedfromabove.com
Chelsea @ Making Home Base says
October 14, 2012 at 12:35 am

How darling! I love the lace and the contrast of the black lace on the white pumpkins. Super cute! Totally pinning.