This time of year there are a plentitude of pumpkins to enjoy. And I love taking in their wide range of colors, shapes and textures. However, the classic plump, squat ones are my favorite…definitely an oldie, but goody.
And speaking of old-fashioned goodies, here’s a pumpkin inspired project that I made using a punch needle to create bumpy, lumpy outlines.
I dressed my pumpkin with several small buttons along with some machine/hand stitching and a single sparkly leaf. This quick punch needle project was so much fun that I’m thinking about doing another one, or two, maybe three, or possibly even a whole patch full…we’ll see. What about you, what do you have your hands into lately?
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That came out really neat! I have seen this technique, but I haven’t tried it yet. Now I’m more curious! It looks like fun!
October 21st, 2010
out of all of those fabulous pumpkins, i think i like your needle-punched one the best!! i really like the fact that you didn’t fill it completely in with stitches! and the addition of buttons……well, that’s SO very you to think of adding such a sweet detail!!! xoxo
October 21st, 2010
That punch needle creates a really neat texture. I love that. I am forcing myself to stop creating and decorating for fall. I’m moving on to Xmas. I have a fun little project with vintage cookie recipe cards I’ll be posting this weekend. p.s. – Love your pictures of the farmers market and all the pumpkins and gourds. So pretty!
October 21st, 2010
and a beautiful patch it will be.
October 21st, 2010
Love the photos and your pumpkin; How pretty! My hands are into
stitching memories, making Christmas gifts! I love how vibrant your photos are…Love Fall~
October 21st, 2010
I love your pumpkin project. So different, I love it. My hands are into my December Daily… or at least I’m trying
love me 🙂
October 22nd, 2010
Very cute! I love punch needle work. Great photos, love the colors this time of year.
♥Jenny
October 22nd, 2010
Becky, don’t you just love this time of year! The photo ops are great! And so inspiring, as I see! The addition of the buttons: perfect!
Hugs, Diane
October 22nd, 2010
Thanks for the compliments ladies. And isn’t it wonderful how nature inspires us all?!
October 22nd, 2010
Wow Becky, I don’t think I’ve seen such a variety of pumpkins here where I live, that is so cool! Your punch needle design is so cute, is that very difficult to learn? Love the buttons on it. 🙂
October 23rd, 2010
I used to do punch needlework several years ago. It’s fun and relaxing. I love you pumpkin and all the photos of the “real thing.” They really expresses the gorgeous colors of fall.
xo
jeanne
October 24th, 2010
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