DIY Canning Ring Pumpkin - Creative Cynchronicity

Looking for an easy and affordable way to decorate for fall? This dollar store canning ring pumpkin craft is the perfect DIY project to add a rustic, handmade touch to your seasonal décor.

With just a handful of supplies, most of which you can grab in the kitchen or craft aisle, you can transform simple jar rings into a charming pumpkin that looks great on a tiered tray, mantle, or front entry table.

It’s quick to make, budget-friendly, and a fun way to get creative with your autumn decorating.

Pinterest pin showing a DIY canning ring pumpkin made from painted jar rings with twine bow and felt leaves, styled for fall décor.

DIY DOLLAR STORE CANNING RING PUMPKIN CRAFT

Craft supplies including canning rings, orange spray paint, wood stems, and jute twine displayed for the Dollar Store pumpkin project.

Supplies You’ll Need:

Metal Canning Jar Rings – find them in the dollar store kitchen section
Orange Spray Paint – dollar store or any craft store
Natural Jute Twine – dollar store or any craft store
Hot Glue Gun and Glue Sticks – dollar store or any craft store
Wood Craft Stems – dollar store or any craft store
Green Craft Felt – dollar store or any craft store
Basic Tools – Scissors, ruler, and marker – dollar store or any craft store
Pumpkin Leaf Pattern – grab our printable template here

Handmade farmhouse-style pumpkin from Dollar Store canning jar rings with rustic jute twine and felt leaves, styled with autumn leaves

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Completed canning ring pumpkin with green felt leaves, rustic jute twine bow, scissors, and hot glue gun in the background.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Canning jar rings being spray-painted orange inside a cardboard box for a Dollar Store pumpkin craft.

Spray Paint the Rings:

Gather all supplies. In a well-ventilated are (or outside) coat the metal canning jar rings with orange spray paint. Use several light layers instead of one heavy layer of paint. Set aside to dry. You will need 16 rings to complete each pumpkin.

Painted orange canning jar rings being strung together with jute twine to create a rustic pumpkin craft.

Thread the Rings:

Once dry, measure and cut a 24” length of natural jute twine. String on the 16 canning jar rings, making sure they are all facing in the same direction.

Jute twine tied around canning rings forming the base circle for a farmhouse-style pumpkin decoration.

Tie and Secure:

Scissors trimming excess twine from tied canning rings while shaping a DIY pumpkin craft.

Gather both ends of the twine and tie tightly, around the center of the rings, creating a circle. Secure the twine with a double knot. Trim the long ends of the twine with scissors.

Close-up of orange canning rings arranged in a circle, forming the pumpkin base for fall décor.

Shape the Pumpkin:

Position the rings until you are pleased with their circular shape.

Hot glue gun attaching a wooden stem to the top of the canning ring pumpkin craft.

Add the Stem:

Attach a large wooden stem to the top center of the pumpkin with a glue gun and glue sticks. Hold in place until glue cools completely.

Green craft felt with scissors and a leaf template being cut out for the pumpkin decoration.

Create the Leaves:

Download, print, and cut out the CANNING RING PUMPKIN LEAF PATTERN. Trace the leaf pattern twice onto green craft felt, and then cut out with scissors. You could also use patterned cardstock, craft foam, or fabric for the leaves.

Felt leaves being hot glued next to the wooden stem on the DIY canning ring pumpkin.

Attach the Leaves:

Attach the leaves to the right and left hand side of the pumpkin stem with a glue gun and glue sticks.

Close-up view of the finished canning ring pumpkin showing detailed jute twine bow and green felt leaves.

Finish with a Bow:

Measure and cut four lengths of natural jute twine that are 12” long each. Tie the twine into a bow. To finish, attach the twine bow to the wooden stem with a glue gun and glue sticks.

Canning Ring Pumpkin FAQs

How many canning rings do I need for one pumpkin?

Each pumpkin uses about 16 rings for the best full shape. You may need to adjust this by one or two if you use different sized rings.

Can I use regular craft glue instead of hot glue?

Yes, but allow extra drying time for it to hold securely.

What other materials could I use for the leaves?

Try cardstock, craft foam, or fabric scraps for fun variations.

Do the pumpkins store easily?

Yes! They’re lightweight and can be stacked carefully for storage.

How can I customize these pumpkins?

Paint your canning rings in different colors for a fun, trendy Autumn display. You can also cover the rings in fabric scraps, ribbons, washi tape (I suggest gluing it on as it may not stick well to the metal), or other such materials.

More Pumpkin Crafts for You

Finished DIY pumpkin made from orange-painted canning jar rings with twine bow and felt leaves, displayed on white wood background.

And there you have it! You’ve got a simple dollar store canning ring pumpkin that adds farmhouse-style charm to your fall home décor.

Whether you make one for your kitchen counter or a whole patch for your front porch display, these pumpkins are sure to impress family and friends. And remember, you can change up the colors and finishes to match your style, making this an easy DIY you’ll want to come back to year after year.

If after using the rings, you’ve got some leftover lids, you can find some super cute mason jar lid crafts over here at FaveCrafts.

If you loved this idea, be sure to check out more of my Fall crafts here, and don’t forget to pin this project on Pinterest so you’ll have it handy when you’re ready to craft!