20 Felt Pumpkin Crafts to Stitch and Share with Joy
Autumn light glows a little brighter when you add handmade felt pumpkins to your space. Soft, simple, and full of charm, these little creations bring warmth to shelves, wreaths, and gift tags.
Each one is a tiny act of creativity, using cozy materials and clear steps you can follow with ease. Whether you're stitching for your home or making keepsakes for loved ones, these crafts meet you right where you are.
1. Mini Felt Pumpkins with Twine Stems
Tiny pumpkins you can scatter on a tray or use as tree ornaments. Their stitched details and twine stems give them rustic charm.
Materials Needed
- 2 pieces 3-inch orange felt circles
- 1 piece 1.5-inch green felt circle
- 4 inches natural twine
- Embroidery floss in green
- Tapestry needle
- Polyester fiberfill, 1 teaspoon
How to Make It
- Place the two orange circles together, then sew around the edge with a running stitch, leaving a 1-inch gap.
- Pull the thread gently to gather the edges, insert fiberfill, then sew the opening closed.
- Roll the green circle into a cone and sew the seam, then attach it to the top center with green floss.
- Thread the twine through the base of the stem and knot it securely to form a hanger or stand.
2. Felt Pumpkin Garland with Leaf Accents
A string of cheerful pumpkins and leaves perfect for mantels or stair rails. The alternating shapes add rhythm and autumn flair.
Materials Needed
- 6 pieces 2.5-inch orange felt circles
- 6 pieces 2-inch green leaf-shaped felt cutouts
- 36 inches cotton cording
- Fabric glue
- Embroidery floss in brown
- Needle
How to Make It
- Glue the front and back of each orange circle together, sandwiching the cording end between two at the start.
- Sew a running stitch around each circle, gather, and secure with a knot.
- Glue a green leaf to the top of each pumpkin, slightly off-center.
- Continue spacing pumpkins 3 inches apart along the cording, securing each with glue and a few whip stitches.
3. AppliquΓ©d Felt Pumpkin Pillow
A cozy throw pillow with a large stitched pumpkin on the front. The layered felt design stands out with soft texture.
Materials Needed
- 1 piece 12×12-inch beige cotton fabric
- 1 piece 12×12-inch orange felt
- 1 piece 3×3-inch green felt
- Embroidery floss in black and green
- Sewing machine
- Polyester fiberfill, 1 cup
- Straight pins
How to Make It
- Cut the orange felt into a pumpkin shape 8 inches tall with rounded ridges, then pin it centered on the beige fabric.
- Sew around the edge of the pumpkin with a black floss using a blanket stitch, 1/8-inch from the edge.
- Cut the green felt into a stem and leaf, then attach with green floss using a whip stitch.
- Place the decorated front against a second beige fabric piece, sew around the border with a 1/2-inch seam, turn, and stuff with fiberfill.
4. Felt Pumpkin Pincushion
A firm, round pincushion that holds needles safely. Its stitched ridges make it easy to grip and a joy to use.
Materials Needed
- 2 pieces 4-inch rust felt circles
- 1 piece 1-inch brown felt circle
- Fine sand, 1/4 cup
- Polyester fiberfill, 2 tablespoons
- Embroidery floss in rust
- Tapestry needle
How to Make It
- Sew around the edges of the two rust circles with a running stitch, using a doubled thread.
- Partially gather the circle, add sand first, then top with fiberfill before closing completely.
- Pinch the top center to form ridges, then sew vertical lines from top to bottom to define sections.
- Glue the brown circle to the top as a stem and let dry for 20 minutes.
5. Felt Pumpkin Bookmarks
Small pumpkins with ribbon tails that clip onto pages. They peek out from novels and journals with quiet delight.
Materials Needed
- 2 pieces 2×1.5-inch burnt orange felt rectangles
- 1 piece 0.5-inch green felt strip
- 6-inch satin ribbon in olive
- Fabric glue
- Fine-tip scissors
- Hole punch
How to Make It
- Glue the two orange rectangles together, then punch a hole at the top center.
- Thread the ribbon through the hole and tie a knot to secure.
- Cut the green strip into a small stem and a leaf, then glue them just below the hole.
- Let the glue dry flat for 30 minutes before using.
6. Felt Pumpkin Wreath Centerpiece
A cluster of three pumpkins mounted on a burlap circle. It brings instant warmth to any front door.
Materials Needed
- 1 piece 6-inch burlap circle
- 1 large orange felt circle, 3 inches
- 1 medium orange felt circle, 2.5 inches
- 1 small orange felt circle, 2 inches
- 3 green felt stems
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Ribbon loop for hanging
How to Make It
- Sew each orange circle into a pumpkin using a running stitch and fiberfill, then close the openings.
- Arrange the three pumpkins on the burlap with the largest in front, slightly overlapping.
- Glue each pumpkin in place, then attach a green stem to the top of each.
- Glue a ribbon loop to the back of the burlap for hanging and let dry for 15 minutes.
7. Felt Pumpkin Napkin Rings
Charming rings that hold cloth napkins with a festive touch. The tiny pumpkins sit snugly at each place setting.
Materials Needed
- 4 pieces 1.5-inch orange felt circles
- 4 pieces 0.75-inch green felt circles
- 4 gold pipe cleaners
- Fabric glue
- Embroidery floss in black
- Needle
How to Make It
- Sew each orange circle into a small pumpkin with a running stitch and a pinch of fiberfill.
- Roll each green circle into a stem and glue it to the top of a pumpkin.
- Bend each pipe cleaner into a ring 3 inches in diameter, then wrap the ends around each other.
- Glue a pumpkin to the front of each ring, positioning it so the stem faces up, and let dry for 20 minutes.
8. Felt Pumpkin String Lights
Pumpkins that dangle from a string of fairy lights. They glow softly when lit, casting warm autumn shadows.
Materials Needed
- 5 mini pumpkin shapes cut from orange felt
- 5 green felt stems
- Battery-powered string lights with 6-inch spacing
- Fabric glue
- Fine wire, 2 inches per pumpkin
- Needle and orange thread
How to Make It
- Sew each pumpkin shape closed with a whip stitch, leaving the top open.
- Insert a short piece of wire into the top edge before closing to make it stiff.
- Glue a green stem to the top of each pumpkin.
- Twist the wire around the light wire at each bulb, securing the pumpkin to hang downward.
9. Felt Pumpkin Garland with Beads
A delicate garland with pumpkins and wooden beads. The mix of textures adds depth and gentle movement.
Materials Needed
- 8 orange felt pumpkins, 1.75 inches tall
- 8 brown wooden beads, 0.5-inch diameter
- 48 inches linen thread
- Needle
- Fabric glue
- Green embroidery floss
How to Make It
- Thread the needle with linen thread and knot the end.
- Slide one pumpkin onto the thread, then add a wooden bead.
- Repeat the pattern, spacing each pumpkin 2 inches apart.
- Tie a knot after the last bead and trim excess thread, then glue a green floss stem to each pumpkin.
10. Felt Pumpkin Wall Art
A framed arrangement of pumpkins in graduated sizes. It hangs quietly and brings seasonal calm to any wall.
Materials Needed
- 3 orange felt pieces: 5, 4, and 3 inches tall, pumpkin-shaped
- 1 piece 8×10-inch foam board
- Fabric-covered mat board in cream
- Fabric glue
- Ribbon bow, 2 inches
- Double-sided tape
How to Make It
- Glue the largest pumpkin to the center bottom of the foam board, then layer the medium and small above it.
- Attach a ribbon bow just above the top pumpkin with fabric glue.
- Press the mat board over the design, securing the edges with double-sided tape.
- Slide the finished piece into an 8×10-inch frame with a front opening.
11. Felt Pumpkin Hair Clips
Tiny pumpkins that clip into hair for fall outfits. Lightweight and bright, they add whimsy to braids and buns.
Materials Needed
- 6 orange felt circles, 1.25 inches
- 6 green felt stems
- 6 alligator hair clips
- Fabric glue
- Hot glue gun
- Embroidery floss in black
How to Make It
- Sew each orange circle into a small pumpkin with a running stitch and a dab of fiberfill.
- Glue a green stem to the top of each pumpkin with hot glue.
- Apply fabric glue to the base of each pumpkin and press it onto the center of a hair clip.
- Let dry flat for 30 minutes before wearing.
12. Felt Pumpkin Gift Toppers
Mini pumpkins that sit atop wrapped presents. They turn simple gifts into something thoughtful and seasonal.
Materials Needed
- 10 orange felt circles, 1.5 inches
- 10 green felt stems
- 10 brown paper gift tags
- Double-sided mini foam dots
- Glue pen
- Jute string, 2-inch pieces
How to Make It
- Sew each orange circle into a pumpkin using a running stitch and a pinch of fiberfill.
- Glue a green stem to the top of each with a glue pen.
- Attach a foam dot to the base of each pumpkin, then press it onto a gift tag.
- Tie a jute string piece around the tag knot for extra detail.
13. Felt Pumpkin Coasters
Thick, layered coasters that protect surfaces with style. The stitched ridges mimic real pumpkin grooves.
Materials Needed
- 8 pieces 4-inch orange felt circles
- 8 pieces 4-inch brown felt circles
- Embroidery floss in black
- Needle
- Fabric glue
How to Make It
- Glue one orange and one brown circle together to form a two-layer base.
- Sew a running stitch around the edge of each coaster, 1/4 inch from the border.
- Pull the thread to gather slightly, creating a raised rim.
- Tie off the thread on the back and repeat for all eight coasters.
14. Felt Pumpkin Tree Skirt Accent
Small pumpkins you sew around the edge of a fabric skirt. They peek out from under the tree with quiet cheer.
Materials Needed
- 12 mini orange pumpkins, 2 inches tall
- 12 green stems
- Embroidery floss in green
- Needle
- Fabric skirt with plain border
- Straight pins
How to Make It
- Pin each pumpkin 4 inches apart along the outer edge of the skirt.
- Sew each pumpkin in place with three stitches through the base using green floss.
- Attach a green stem to the top of each with a single hidden stitch.
- Let the skirt lie flat overnight before placing under a tree.
15. Felt Pumpkin Mobile
A hanging mobile with pumpkins at different levels. It turns gently in a breeze, casting soft shadows.
Materials Needed
- 3 wooden embroidery hoops, 4 inches
- 9 orange felt pumpkins in three sizes
- 9 green stems
- Fishing line
- Scissors
- Fabric glue
How to Make It
- Glue three pumpkins to each hoop, spacing them evenly around the outer edge.
- Cut three fishing lines 8, 10, and 12 inches long, then tie one to the top of each hoop.
- Knot the free ends to a horizontal stick, arranging the hoops at different heights.
- Attach a green stem to each pumpkin and let glue dry for 20 minutes.
16. Felt Pumpkin Place Cards
Tabletop markers with names written on leaf tags. Each guest finds their seat with a little felt surprise.
Materials Needed
- 6 orange felt pumpkins, 1.75 inches
- 6 green leaf-shaped tags, 1.5 inches
- 6 toothpicks
- Fabric glue
- Fine-tip marker
- Green embroidery floss
How to Make It
- Write each guest's name on a leaf tag with the marker.
- Glue the base of a toothpick to the back of each leaf.
- Glue a pumpkin to the front of each leaf, just below the name.
- Let dry for 30 minutes before inserting into folded napkins.
17. Felt Pumpkin Journal Cover
A soft cover that wraps around a notebook. The pumpkin centerpiece makes journaling feel like a seasonal ritual.
Materials Needed
- 1 piece 8×6-inch rust felt
- 1 orange felt pumpkin, 3 inches
- 1 green stem and leaf
- Snap fasteners, 2 pieces
- Needle and rust thread
- Ruler
How to Make It
- Center the pumpkin on the felt cover and sew it in place with a blanket stitch.
- Attach the stem and leaf with small whip stitches.
- Sew one snap half 1 inch from the top edge and the other 1 inch from the bottom edge.
- Wrap the cover around a journal and fasten the snaps to close.
18. Felt Pumpkin Ornament with Glitter
A sparkly pumpkin that catches the light on the tree. The fine glitter adds a subtle shimmer without mess.
Materials Needed
- 1 orange felt circle, 3 inches
- 1 green felt stem
- Fine gold glitter
- Glue pen
- Ribbon, 6 inches
- Tapestry needle
How to Make It
- Sew the orange circle into a pumpkin with a running stitch and fiberfill.
- Use a glue pen to draw vertical lines on the pumpkin, then sprinkle glitter over them.
- Shake off excess and let dry for 25 minutes.
- Thread ribbon through the top and knot it to form a loop for hanging.
19. Felt Pumpkin Door Hanger
A bold pumpkin shape that hangs on an entry door. Its simple silhouette says welcome in a soft, seasonal way.
Materials Needed
- 1 piece 8-inch pumpkin-shaped orange felt
- 1 green vine curl cut from felt
- 1 piece 10-inch satin ribbon
- Fabric glue
- Black embroidery floss
- Needle
How to Make It
- Sew around the edge of the pumpkin with black floss using a whip stitch.
- Glue the vine curl diagonally across the top left of the pumpkin.
- Fold the ribbon in half and glue the ends to the back top edge to form a hanger.
- Let dry for 20 minutes before hanging.
20. Felt Pumpkin Garland with Plaid Ribbons
A cozy garland tied with mini plaid ribbons between pumpkins. The fabric scraps add a homespun touch.
Materials Needed
- 7 orange felt pumpkins, 2 inches
- 7 green stems
- 7 plaid ribbon scraps, 3 inches each
- 40 inches jute twine
- Fabric glue
- Needle and thread
How to Make It
- Sew each pumpkin closed with a running stitch and a bit of fiberfill.
- Glue a green stem to the top of each.
- Thread the jute twine through the base of each pumpkin, spacing them 3 inches apart.
- Tie a plaid ribbon around the twine between each pumpkin and secure with a knot.
Youβve got everything you need to start stitching, gluing, and gathering these little felt treasures. Let the soft textures and warm colors fill your hands and heart with quiet joy.
