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18
Sep
2012

Ribbon Ruffled Pumpkins

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Ribbon.....{squeal}.....is my favorite craft supply as of late.  Next to my hot glue gun, ribbon is one thing that is my "go to" craft supply.  It honestly looks impressive, but it does take some time.  Making any sort of centerpiece or topiary with ribbon isn't hard at all, just somewhat time consuming.  


These ribbon pumpkins have received some "oooohs" and "aaahhhs" from guests we've had in our living room so far this fall season.  I know that I'll be sad to see fall come to an end because I'll have to pack them away for next year.  With styrofoam balls coming in so many different sizes, and ribbon in different widths, you can really customize these easily to fit any space in your home or to add some cute decor on a shelf or mantel that could use a little freshening up.

Supplies:
*Rolls of grosgrain ribbon
*Extra long stick pins
*T-pins
*Styrofoam balls {I used the large ones}
*Spray paint
*Toilet paper or paper towel roll, cut in half
*Burlap

Directions:
1.  Spray paint the styrofoam ball orange and allow it to dry completely.  Using a serrated knife, cut off a portion of the bottom of the ball to make it sit flat.  
2.  Secure the end of your ribbon with two stick pins.  
3.  Unroll the ribbon several inches. Loosely fold it halfway up, sort of like an inchworm, and secure it with pins.  Continue this all the way down the side of your styrofoam ball, securing each "ruffle" with two stick pins.  You don't cut the ribbon at all, until you get to the bottom.


4.  Once you reach the bottom of the ball, snip off the ribbon and start the process over again until the "pumpkin" is covered in ribbon "ruffles".
5.  Wrap the portion of the paper towel or toilet paper roll in a small piece of burlap.  Use hot glue to secure the burlap to the roll.  Make sure a little bit hangs off the end of the roll.  Use T-pins to pin the burlap edges into the styrofoam ball.  


My Other {FAVORITE} Ribbon Projects:
Little Girl Ribbon Topiary
Ribbon Shower Centerpieces
Ribbon Christmas Ornament

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14 Comments on Ribbon Ruffled Pumpkins

  1. Hallie
    September 18, 2012 at 2:03 pm (250 days ago)

    love love LOVE this!

    cannot wait to make them:)

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  2. meet.make.laugh.
    September 18, 2012 at 6:10 pm (249 days ago)

    I'm also in love with Ribbon.... this looks AWESOME! ~Stephanie

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  3. meet.make.laugh.
    September 18, 2012 at 6:10 pm (249 days ago)

    I'm also in love with Ribbon.... this looks AWESOME! ~Stephanie

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  5. Kimberly Sminkey
    September 18, 2012 at 10:57 pm (249 days ago)

    What a clever unique idea! I certainly have not seen one done like that before! Thanks for linking to Tip Toe thru Tuesday!

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  6. Julie Marie
    September 19, 2012 at 4:49 am (249 days ago)

    oh man this is so adorable. i am so not a DIY girl, and i get so jealous when i come to these blogs that have these super cute pics of DIY and recipes =) i am stopping by from the blog hop. i know its a fb blog hop and i did that too, but wanted to say hello here as well ;) newest follower.. the cinnamon tortilla with apple pie dip below that i am staring at looks delicious too.. sheesh.
    xo
    julie

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  7. Kamila Gornia
    September 20, 2012 at 4:26 pm (248 days ago)

    Cute and crafty :)

    I saw this on Creative Thursday's linky party. I shared a pumpkin carob donut recipe that I'd love you to check out as well!

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  9. Kristin
    September 20, 2012 at 9:01 pm (247 days ago)

    Too cute! Love it =)

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  11. southernscraps
    September 24, 2012 at 12:55 am (244 days ago)

    These are awesome! I love ribbon as a go to. Always dresses up a project.

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  13. Michelle's Tasty Creations
    September 26, 2012 at 2:06 pm (242 days ago)

    Carrie,
    Love this pumpkin. Super cute. I just might have to squeeze one in this week. Thanks so much for linking up to Creative Thursday. Can’t wait to see what you share this week. Have a great weekend.
    Michelle

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