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Seasonal Transformation: Repurposing a Metal Pumpkin for Winter

 Transform your hanging metal pumpkin decoration into a stunning winter decor piece with this easy DIY project. Learn how to repurpose and give new life to your pumpkin for the winter season.

Decoupage pumpkin with snowflake pattern, holiday foliage, and light brown ribbon bow displayed

Video tutorial



Materials needed

  • One metal pumpkin purchased from Dollar Tree
  • Gift tissue paper (snowflake pattern)
  • Acrylic paint (white)
  • One paintbrush
  • Faux winter foliage/greenery
  • One bow (optional)
  • Mod podge
  • Hot glue
  • Scissors

Applying Acrylic paint to metal pumpkin

Materials such as, acrylic paint, metal pumpkin, scissors, and paintbrush
To begin decorating your metal pumpkin, remove any labels or decorations that came with it. Then, apply a coat of acrylic paint using a paintbrush. I recommend applying two coats of paint and using a blow dryer to help with the drying process between each coat.



Applying Mod Podge

Mod Podge, paintbrush, painted metal pumpkin, and tissue paper
Next, cut a section of your tissue paper using scissors. If the metal pumpkin has lettering, consider using two sections of tissue paper to cover the letters as much as possible. Apply a layer of Mod Podge to the metal pumpkin using a paintbrush. Place one section of tissue paper over the pumpkin and use a blow dryer to help with the Mod Podge application. Once you’ve applied the first tissue paper, apply a second layer of Mod Podge over it using your paintbrush. Then, place the second tissue paper on top of the first one and cover it with a thin layer of Mod Podge before using your blow dryer. To remove excess tissue paper, use a small square sander and gently go over the areas.

Applying paint, foliage, and bow


Tissue paper on metal pumpkin, paintbrush and acrylic paint on a table
Afterward, paint around the outer surface of the pumpkin with white acrylic paint. For an added touch, I sprinkled a layer of faux snow on the bottom of the pumpkin.

Finally, attach your ribbon bow and winter foliage to the metal pumpkin using hot glue.

Metal pumpkin with snowflake pattern, holiday foliage, and bow being displayed on a door
You have successfully transformed your autumn pumpkin into an adorable winter pumpkin hanging decoration. I hope you enjoyed this quick and easy DIY project. Have a great day!

Close up of metal pumpkin with snowflake design with holiday foliage and bow being displayed

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  1. Jennifer WiseOctober 25, 2023 at 1:30 PM

    It's really beautiful! I can hardly believe it's the same piece. I've never thought of decorating with pumpkins in the winter, but that snowflake pattern and all the neutrals just turned out so lovely! Thank you for sharing this post on the Will Blog for Comments #12 linkup. Hope to see you there next week as well.

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    1. StephanieOctober 25, 2023 at 3:22 PM

      Jennifer, thank you. I wasn't sure if I was going to like it, but I love how it turned out. Thank you so much for stopping by.

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  2. Amy JohnsonOctober 28, 2023 at 6:31 AM

    Such an amazing transformation!

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  3. Dee | GrammysGrid.comOctober 30, 2023 at 9:43 AM

    So pretty, looks awesome! Thanks so much for linking up at #IMadeItMondayLinkParty 30. Pinned.

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  4. Dee | GrammysGrid.comNovember 4, 2023 at 2:54 AM

    Visiting again to say thanks so much for linking up at #AThemedLinkup 170 for Winter Crafts and Décor. Pinned.

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  5. Dee | GrammysGrid.comNovember 6, 2023 at 12:56 AM

    CONGRATS Stephanie! Your post is FEATURED at #IMadeItMondayLinkParty 31.

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  6. Dee | GrammysGrid.comNovember 9, 2023 at 2:53 AM

    Stephanie, CONGRATS! Your post is FEATURED at #AThemedLinkup 171 for Handcrafted Jewelry from the previous linkup for Winter Crafts and Décor.

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    1. StephanieNovember 9, 2023 at 5:29 PM

      Dee, thank you. I'll be sure to visit to thank you. :)

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  7. PaulaShort November 11, 2023 at 8:11 AM

    Love this repurpose Steph. Seeing your creations always brighten my day.
    Thanks so very much for sharing this with Sweet Tea & Friends this month dear friend.

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    1. StephanieNovember 11, 2023 at 9:37 AM

      Paula, you are too kind. I appreciate it so much. I'm glad to hear that it brightens your day.

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  8. Sandi MagleNovember 5, 2025 at 8:24 AM

    Perfect for Midwest Thanksgivings...you never know if you will be buried in snow. Good tutorial, also.

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  9. Sum of their StoriesNovember 9, 2025 at 2:14 PM

    This is so clever Steph, I love the idea of updating decor so it can be used for more than one occasion.

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    1. StephanieNovember 9, 2025 at 11:55 PM

      Julie, thank you! It was such a fun redo project. Always nice updating decor.

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  10. Jennifer AdamsDecember 2, 2025 at 8:37 AM

    Gorgeous! Featuring you at Wednesdays in the Studio!

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