In a few short steps, simple cardstock is transformed into plump pumpkins that are perfect for fall decorating.
Makes approximately seven pumpkins
• 12″ x 12″ sheet of orange or patterned cardstock
• Scraps of green or brown cardstock
• 1″ circle punch
• Low heat glue gun
1. Cut your 12″ x 12″ sheet of cardstock into 2 1/2″ x 1/2″ strips except for the last 2″ x 12″ strip.
2. Use your 1″ circle punch and cut out 14 1″-circles.
3. Using the glue gun, adhere the small strips of paper to the circle, overlapping them slightly. Glue strips all the way around the circle. Depending on how much you overlap them, it will take between seven to 10 strips per pumpkin.
4. If using thick cardstock, bend the strips so they make a nice rounded shape. Bend the strips individually before you glue them to the circle. Alternately, bend them after you’ve glued them to the circle by putting them in your hands and cupping your fingers.
5. Take a second 1″ circle and glue the strips underneath with the glue gun. It’s best to pull the strips up individually, placing a dot of glue on each one and then pressing it to the underside of the circle. This will help keep the circle from being lopsided.
6. To press down the last strip, use a pen instead of your fingers.
7. Using the scraps of green or brown cardstock, cut a 1/4" x 3/4" strip for the stem. Bend a small section in order to glue the stem to the pumpkin. To make a curly vine for the pumpkin, cut a very thin piece of paper and roll it tightly, then glue the end behind the stem.
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