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Wednesday, August 27, 2014

How to Make the Perfect Pallet Pumpkins


Free pallet wood makes for the perfect fall décor when stacked into beautiful rustic pumpkins.  



Fall is just around the corner and that means it's almost time for all the fall festivals and activities.  Some of my fondest memories are playing with my kids in the leaves and going to the local pumpkin patch for a hayride and pumpkin picking.  With pumpkins on my mind and pallets in the yard, I decided to combine the two and make rustic, whitewashed pallet pumpkins.

How to make rustic pumpkins out of pallet wood

Cutting pallets for rustic pallet pumpkins
I started by cutting the boards apart with a circular saw. Once I had the boards cut from the pallet I started cutting them into smaller pieces.   I wanted the pumpkins to look rustic, so I didn't worry about my lines being straight or measuring.   Plus, it was about to downpour and I had about 2 minutes before the rain was about ruin my project.  There was no time for perfection. 
Gluing pallet pieces for rustic pallet pumpkins
I layered the wood until it formed a shape that resembled a pumpkin.  Once I was happy with the shape I glued each piece together with wood glue, tightened them with clamps then let them dry overnight.
Gluing pieces for rustic pallet pumpkins
I know pumpkins are orange, but orange pumpkins would stick out like a sore thumb in my house.  I decided to do a whitewash technique by mixing gray paint with water.   I applied the paint to each pumpkin then wiped off the access paint with a paper towel.
whitewashing rustic pallet pumpkins

Whitewashing rustic pallet pumpkins
I let the pumpkins dry overnight and the next day worked on the stem.  My original plan was to use wood pieces that I had in my craft stash, but my husband thought that was a horrible idea and told me to use tree branches.  Of course, it was pouring outside, so I grabbed my rain boots, rain jacket and his golf umbrella and went down to the woods in search of a broken tree branch.  I have to agree though, his idea was better than mine and the branches looked much more realistic.
How to make pallet pumpkins

Rustic pallet pumpkins

DIY rustic pumpkins from pallet wood. -Littlehouseoffour.com

Out of all my pallet projects, these whitewashed, rustic pallet pumpkins are definitely one of my favorites.




How to make the perfect pallet pumpkins




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  1. Sarah CutlerAugust 27, 2014 at 8:39 AM

    Those are super cute!

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  2. making it in the mountainsAugust 27, 2014 at 11:07 AM

    LOVE these! SO creative Katie! And I'm definitely in for a giveaway!!!

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 27, 2014 at 12:53 PM

      Thanks Kristi! I think I'm definitely giving one away next week!

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  3. Eclectic Red BarnAugust 27, 2014 at 12:33 PM

    What a creative idea. They are adorable.
    Bev

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  4. Craftivity DesignsAugust 27, 2014 at 2:40 PM

    Cute!! I haven't seen this pumpkin version yet... can't believe it's almost fall.

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  5. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 27, 2014 at 2:50 PM

    Thanks girls! Fall is just around the corner, before we know it we'll be changing the clocks! I love Fall, but HATE the time change.

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  6. Jamie-So Much Better With AgeAugust 27, 2014 at 2:57 PM

    Thanks are adorable! Such a great idea ;)
    Hugs, Jamie

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  7. UnknownAugust 27, 2014 at 3:39 PM

    Oh my word, seriously adorable! Pinning and would love to have you link up with us at the DIY'ers! http://biggerthanthethreeofus.com/the-diyers-14/

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  8. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 27, 2014 at 4:13 PM

    Thanks so much Ashley! I'm all linked up!

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  9. BreAugust 27, 2014 at 8:58 PM

    These are so adorable and clever, Katie!! Never in a million years would I have come up with that. I hope you do a contest because I will be the first to enter!!

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 27, 2014 at 9:17 PM

      Aww, Thanks Bre! I think I'm going to do a giveaway next week!

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  10. UnknownAugust 28, 2014 at 8:32 AM

    Darling! And such a great way to use up some of those extra pieces of board that get left lying around. Coming to you from Sweet Haute. If you're looking for new link parties, I'd love to have you over at Gingerly Made. There's a party going on right now.

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 29, 2014 at 2:32 PM

      Thanks so much Ginger! I'm always looking for new link parties and would love to link up! Thanks for the invite. Have a great weekend!

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    2. UnknownSeptember 4, 2014 at 6:47 PM

      Just wanted to drop by and let you know that you are being featured this week at the Gingerly Made Show & Tell party. The party is already live. I hope to see you there this week!

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  11. Jamie | anderson + grantAugust 28, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    What a unique idea! It is so hard for all of us to come up with new and unique projects. I always enjoy seeing something created that I haven't seen before. These pumpkins can be made to fit into just about any decorating style.

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 28, 2014 at 11:56 AM

      I agree, it's so hard to come up with unique projects. I'm so glad you liked the pumpkins! Thanks so much for stopping by, Jamie!

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  12. Katie @ Addicted 2 DIYAugust 28, 2014 at 11:04 AM

    Love these! Such a cute idea. Pinning!

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  13. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 28, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    Thanks Katie!

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  14. UnknownAugust 28, 2014 at 12:18 PM

    These are super cute, Katie!! I really like the simple branch top as well. I'm loving the rustic fall feel to them! Pinning. :) Visiting today from Thursday Style link party :)

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  15. Tracy SnyderAugust 28, 2014 at 9:54 PM

    These are so cute!!! Great job!!! Don't you love how rain makes you work faster, lol. I have some pallets outside that I think want to be pumpkins now :)

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 28, 2014 at 10:15 PM

      Thanks Tracy! You should totally make a few pumpkins! They are super easy and so cute for Fall!

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  16. Laura Everyday EditsAugust 29, 2014 at 12:48 PM

    These are so cute. Started following you on bloglovin when I saw your dollar store bins and then I found this. Would you link up one or both of these projects to Friday Favorites going on now!!! laura

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 29, 2014 at 2:34 PM

      Thanks Laura! I just linked up both projects! Thanks so much for following along and I look forward to linking up weekly to your party! Have a great weekend!

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  17. ShellyAugust 30, 2014 at 9:04 AM

    Love this idea! I'd really like to pin these to our talent board for a party I cohost DIY Sunday Showcase. It starts today at 5pm.

    Shelly@ minettesmaze.blogspot.com

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 30, 2014 at 9:35 AM

      Thanks Shelly! I'll be sure to check out the party! Have a great weekend!

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  18. KendraAugust 30, 2014 at 11:02 AM

    I love these Katie :) And would totally love to win! :) I think it would look adorable on our new mantle! Great project!!
    Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com

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  19. Kris @ Driven by DécorAugust 30, 2014 at 8:35 PM

    These are great! I love fall/Halloween projects that aren't blaring orange and black. And great choice for the steps (props to your husband!). Thanks for linking up to Best of the Nest!

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 30, 2014 at 9:27 PM

      Thanks so much Kris! As much as I hate to say it, my husband was right, LOL! Thanks for hosting such a great link party.

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  20. Tania PelletierAugust 30, 2014 at 11:33 PM

    Well' aren't those cute! I thought I had seen every pallet project possible but you proved me wrong! I'm pinning to my what to do with a pallet board! http://www.pinterest.com/vintagecottage/what-to-do-with-a-pallet/

    Tania

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 31, 2014 at 7:41 AM

      Thanks Tania! You have some neat projects pinned to your "what to do with a pallet" board, I just started following! Thanks so much for stopping by.

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  21. Edea SmithAugust 31, 2014 at 6:17 AM

    LOVE these! Super cute



    Sarah @ EDEA Smith
    www.edea-smith.co.uk

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourAugust 31, 2014 at 7:46 AM

      Thank you SO much, Sarah! I'll be offering one away next week as a giveaway, so be sure to stop back!

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  22. AnonymousSeptember 1, 2014 at 11:57 AM

    These are SO cute and such a good idea!!

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  23. UnknownSeptember 2, 2014 at 11:56 AM

    So cute and I love that they are white, goes with everything!!!

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourSeptember 2, 2014 at 6:36 PM

      Thanks Sherry! White is definitely the way to go! I'll be offering a giveaway for one of the pallet pumpkins, so be sure to check back tomorrow for a chance to win!

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  24. UnknownSeptember 2, 2014 at 1:49 PM

    Great idea! I have a pallet that we cant really tear apart because of the nails but I could make these out of it by cutting it apart! Love the white wash technique!
    -Kristina @ Myownhomeblog.com

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourSeptember 2, 2014 at 6:43 PM

      Thanks for stopping by Kristina! This would be a perfect project for your pallet. I would love to know if you end up making one!

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  25. UnknownSeptember 2, 2014 at 3:20 PM

    I love this idea! Very creative

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  26. Beachwood Place LLCSeptember 2, 2014 at 8:36 PM

    They are so cool!

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  27. UnknownSeptember 4, 2014 at 12:35 AM

    These stacked wood pumpkins are on my to do list and I just hope mine turn out half as good as yours, they look awesome! Thanks for sharing at The Makers!

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourSeptember 4, 2014 at 6:14 PM

      Thanks Katie, I'm sure yours will turn out great! Thanks so much for stopping by!

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  28. Laura Everyday EditsSeptember 4, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Hi Katie- Big surprise- these are a Friday Favorites feature at I'm Not a Trophy Wife! Thanks for linking up and hope you link up again this week! Thanks Katie!!! laura

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  29. Cindy Eikenberg, Little Miss CelebrationSeptember 5, 2014 at 7:12 PM

    Hi Katie - I just love these pumpkins! Visiting from i heart naptime and pinning - thanks for sharing and have a wonderful weekend!

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  30. shelleySeptember 6, 2014 at 1:40 AM

    I'd love to have one ! In love :) thanks for sharing !

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourSeptember 6, 2014 at 8:48 PM

      Thanks Shelly! Don't forget to enter the pallet pumpkin giveaway going on now!

      http://littlehouseoffour.blogspot.com/2014/09/giveaway-pallet-pumpkin.html

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  31. Heidi Kay @ Muslin and MerlotSeptember 6, 2014 at 11:36 AM

    LOVE! Fantastic idea. Pinned!

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  32. Kris September 6, 2014 at 5:19 PM

    Very creative idea!!! Going to make some!!

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  33. LibertiSeptember 6, 2014 at 9:59 PM

    Visiting from TT&J link up.

    Love this idea, such a different fun take on the wooden pumpkins. Cute modern look.

    :)Liberti
    www.loaly.com

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourSeptember 7, 2014 at 7:42 AM

      Thanks so much! I really appreciate you stopping by and taking the time to comment! Enjoy your Sunday :)

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  34. UnknownSeptember 7, 2014 at 3:26 PM

    Katie, I just love these pumpkins! Very creative and cute! Thanks for sharing at Pin Worthy Wednesday!

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  35. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2014 at 9:42 PM

    Wow, that's super cute. I love pallets (especially when I find them outback of Home Depot just waiting for me - he he he). Thanks for sharing at Get Your DIY On!

    Stephanie @ Mommyzoid

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourSeptember 11, 2014 at 11:16 PM

      Thanks Stephanie! Luckily, we've had pallets of materials delivered for our addition so I haven't had to sneak around to pick them up! Ha! I can only imagine you darting out of your car trying to get them as fast as you can without anyone noticing, LOL!

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  36. UnknownSeptember 9, 2014 at 5:30 PM

    Just gorgeous! Thanks for linking up to Pin Worthy Wednesday, I have pinned your post to the Pin Worthy Wednesday Pinterest Board

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  37. UnknownSeptember 10, 2014 at 11:36 AM

    These are darling! I love it! Pinning and thanking!

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  38. PneumaticAddictSeptember 11, 2014 at 12:42 AM

    So clever! I think the white wash was perfect. Thanks for linking up to the Outside [The Box] link party!

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourSeptember 11, 2014 at 11:18 PM

      Thanks Elisha! The white wash was definitely a better idea then just painting them.

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  39. Nici @ Posed PerfectionSeptember 12, 2014 at 11:39 PM

    Oh, my goodness! These are fabulous! What a great way to use up those pallets! I'd love it if you would share these at my Creative Ways Link Party. A new one goes live every Wednesday at 8pm central. Hope to see you there!
    Blessings,
    Nici

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourSeptember 26, 2014 at 10:45 PM

      Thanks Nici! I just linked up to your latest party and added your link party to my link party list. Have a great weekend!

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  40. Kent ClarkSeptember 25, 2014 at 10:48 PM

    That is really cool! It's amazing what people can do with simple items. Pallets definitely have more uses than simply moving large items. http://www.bramptonpallet.com/pallet_products.html

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  41. Lois@pineridgehills.comOctober 4, 2014 at 1:09 PM

    Love these! Hubby is bringing me home a pallet on Monday and I will be hard at work making my pumpkins!
    Love your site! will be back......
    Lois from pineridgehills.com

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    1. Katie @ Little House of FourOctober 4, 2014 at 3:44 PM

      Yay, so glad you liked them and are making a few of your own! Thanks so much for stopping by!

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  42. lizaAugust 18, 2017 at 4:52 AM

    nice post

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  43. Julie @ My Wee AbodeOctober 25, 2017 at 6:46 PM

    This is adorable! And you can used shims in place of the pallet, if you don't have a pallet handy!

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