“I’d say the first thing you need is … a pumpkin.” —Cinderella
Oh I agree with you Cinderella! Fall is in the air and I definitely need a pumpkin…well lots of pumpkins! I love decorating with pumpkin decor at this time of year due to the variety of colors, sizes and character available. They always make our home feel warm and cheery!
I have lots of ideas to share, but just before I get going with that I want to let you know this post is part of a blog hop hosted by the lovely Kristy of At Home with Kristy. If you are coming over from Nicolle’s blog, Our Tiny Nest, welcome! Her ideas of how to decorate your front porch without mums is fantastic!
So let’s get started. I have broken down the types of pumpkins and how you can decorate with each.
Twig Pumpkins
Twig pumpkin decor is such a favorite of mine. Have you ever grown pumpkins? I have for many years and twigs pumpkins always kind of remind of the tendrils that grow off of the pumpkin vines as they stretch out.
The varying browns of the twigs and being a natural element, are perfect to bring the beautiful outdoors inside! They look great with a mix of elements such as wood, metal and fabrics and let’s face it, they are just so cute!!!

Velvet Pumpkins
I cannot lie, velvet pumpkins have really caught my eye and stolen my heart.
Look how cute these velvet pumpkins look with this ornamental cabbage dyed blue! It is so much fun to add a new unexpected color to the fall repertoire.

Here they are again with bright and cheery sunflowers.
So the key is – don’t be hemmed in to the typical and traditional autumn colors. Pick what you love and let your creativity flow!

Sweater Pumpkins
Sweater pumpkins are fairly new to fall decor. Their soft texture and coziness make them a perfect addition to your home. Once you have one, you will be searching for others.
Also, take a look through your closet and try to find some old sweaters that you don’t wear anymore and try your hand at making a few. They are actually very easy to make.

Dollar Store Pumpkins
Would you believe these topiaries below were made from inexpensive orange, single pumpkins from the dollar store? Well they were and if you are interested, here is a link that will take you through all the steps so you can make your own.

Real Pumpkins
Pumpkins are so easy to grow and if you haven’t ever tried you really should. Just make sure they are in a sunny spot and you water them lots.
Blue pumpkins, pink pumpkins, white pumpkins…there are so many choices now which makes it even more fun to incorporate real pumpkins into your home decor.
Just add a few pumpkins and a tin with flowers and you have an instant focal point on your island.

Scatter a few down the middle of your table with a few tea lights, sunflowers and candlesticks on a burlap runner and you have an easy fall tablescape.

If you are still able to dine outside, add some mums and rusty metal pieces to a basket of pumpkins and you have a lovely photo op to carry the theme down from the table.

Don’t forget about outdoor sheds, gardens or greenhouses. They can be one of the most fun areas to decorate and pumpkins fit in naturally.
This garden bike looks so sweet loaded up with a bounty of white pumpkins!

Lastly, entrances are a perfect spot to lay out all your pumpkin treasures to greet your guests.
Candles and twinkle lights add sparkle for the evening.

A warm throw and pillow will be the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the crisp autumn evenings. Think about adding a large neutral rug under a doormat for added texture.

Adding in other garden elements like an armillary sphere, wire urn and lanterns will add interest while still keeping the pumpkins as the main feature.

Are you ready to have fun with pumpkin decor?
So have I sparked your creative juices to run out to the local farmer’s market, load up with pumpkins and come home to decorate until your heart is content? I sure hope so!
Next up on the blog hop is Tracy from Tracy’s Haven and she has some early fall tips and a home tour!
If you want to check out the rest of the ladies’ fall inspiration, just click below.

Kristy of Kristy Mastrandonas Interior Design & Styling
Susan from Hen and Horse Design
Thanks for visiting! I would love to hear from you and what content you would like to see – please leave a comment below!

Missy
September 15, 2022So many great ideas! I can’t choose a favorite. They all look amazing in your beautiful home. I love the photo of your front door that looks out through the back of the house! Brilliant! ~Missy
Crystal
September 15, 2022Thanks so much Missy! Well you know where the view is so we had to take advantage of that hahaha!!! Good thing we don’t have any neighbours who could look right through our house lol!
Bentley
September 15, 2022It all looks great! So many pumpkins 🎃 good job!
Crystal
September 15, 2022Thank you!!! Wish we had more this year.
Tracy Nix
September 15, 2022Oh, I love how you use so many different styles and textures of pumpkins! And love them in the bike basket…I need to do that! You are truly Cinderella!
Crystal
September 15, 2022Thanks so much Tracy! Pumpkins truly are a delight to decorate with…now I just need one to turn into a carriage!!! Hahahaha!
Kylie
September 15, 2022I love all your pumpkins! So many beautiful ideas!
Crystal
September 15, 2022Thanks so much Kylie! Glad you enjoyed the ideas.
Susan
September 15, 2022Crystal, loved the Cinderella quote! So fun. The sweater pumpkin was definitely my favorite! So nice to ‘hop’ with you my friend! Susan
Crystal
September 17, 2022Yay!!! I really liked it too! I was picturing talking with Cinderella…hahaha I was probably one of her mice ;). The sweater pumpkin is one of my favorites too! As always it is wonderful hopping along with you!
Wendy McMonigle
September 15, 2022Sp pretty Crystal, I love all of your pumpkins and twinkle lights! the front porch is my favorite.
Crystal
September 17, 2022Thanks so much Wendy! So happy you like the front porch. It was fun to do because I had an abundance of pumpkins which always makes life easier right? hahaha!
Kristy Mastrandonas
September 15, 2022Oh my! I absolutely love all of the beautiful ways you’ve decorated with pumpkins, Crystal! Every single idea is fabulous! So much so, that I’m having a hard time picking a favorite because I love them all!
Crystal
September 17, 2022Thank you so very much Kristy! Your comment means so much as you are an amazing designer!
Nicolle
September 16, 2022I don’t think I’ve ever met a pumpkin I didn’t like! It all looks great Crystal! Those twig pumpkins are adorable!
Crystal
September 17, 2022Right??? What pumpkin would ever be unlovable? It was great hopping along with you!