Dollar Tree Mason Jar Pumpkins

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Learn how to make Dollar Tree Mason Jar Pumpkins for Autumn. Simple Dollar Tree jelly jars transform with paint and felt into the cutest pair of Pumpkins perfect for Fall! Fill with candy or a gift card to give as the perfect hostess gift for Thanksgiving.

Are you looking for more projects like this? Check out our full list of Dollar Tree Crafts using traditional materials in unique and unconventional ways to create upscale home decor.

DIY Mason Jar Pumpkins

Hello and welcome to this month's Creative Craft Hop!  I'm so happy you're here! We have two wonderful hosts – Donna at Modern on  Monticello and Sara at Birdz of a Feather, who take turns every other month! The talented and creative Donna is our host this month!  

I am up first on the Creative Craft Hop list this month, so let's get started with my quick and easy upcycled Mason Jar Pumpkins!

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Jelly Jar Pumpkin Craft

• Mason Jelly Jar, Small – Dollar Tree
• Mason Jelly Jar, Medium – Dollar Tree
• Wooden Stems – Dollar Tree
• Natural Jute Twine – Dollar Tree
• Glue Gun and Glue Sticks – Dollar Tree
• Mod Podge Decoupage Medium – Dollar Tree
• Americana Acrylic Craft Paint – Spiced Pumpkin, Burnt Orange, Hauser Medium Green
• Kunin Classic Felt 9” by 12” Craft Cuts, Kelly Green
• Basecoat Paintbrush Set – DecoArt
• Scissors – I love my Fiskars!
• Ruler

Mason Jar Pumpkins

STEP ONE

Gather all supplies. Remove the sticker tag from the mason jars. Wash and dry the jars and lids. These mason jars are called Jelly Jars because normally they are used for canning jelly, jam, and preserves. Dollar Tree has such a HUGE selection of materials that can be upcycled and good quality craft supplies that won’t blow your budget!

Place a dime-sized dollop of Spiced Pumpkin acrylic paint and Mod Podge decoupage medium on a paper plate. Mix them and paint a light coat on the outside of the small jelly jar. The decoupage medium will make the paint translucent. Place upside down on your work surface to dry.

Place a quarter-size dollop of Burnt Orange acrylic paint and decoupage medium on a paper plate. Mix and paint a light coat on the outside of the medium jelly jar. The decoupage medium will make the paint translucent. Set aside to dry.

STEP TWO

Paint the solid mason jar lids with Hauser Medium Green acrylic craft paint. Set aside to dry and apply a second coat, if necessary. The lids can be top coated with Mod Podge decoupage medium for extra durability. I love Americana Acrylics from DecoArt because they have one-coat coverage on most surfaces.

STEP THREE

Attach wooden stems to the top center of the mason jar lids with a glue gun and glue sticks. This bundle of thick wooden stems was found at Dollar Tree, but you could use a tree branch from the yard. You can use liquid craft glue for this project, but you will have to wait for it to dry.

STEP FOUR

Cut teardrop-shaped leaves from Kelly Green Kunin Felt with scissors. Apply a dot of glue to the tip of the leaf and fold it in half for added dimension. Kunin Classic Felt comes in 9″ by 12″ Craft Cuts that make all your DIY projects quick and easy since it won't fray when cut.

STEP FIVE

Measure and cut two 8” lengths of natural jute twine. Tie the twine into bows and trim any long ends with scissors.

STEP SIX

Attach the craft felt leaves to the wood stems of the pumpkins with a glue gun and glue sticks. To finish this pair of jelly jar mason jar pumpkins, attach the twine bows to the front center of the wood stem with a glue gun and glue sticks.

Dollar Tree Jelly Jar Pumpkins

This is a fun activity to create in just about 30 minutes. Add a special treat or gift card inside the pumpkins for a fun Fall gift! Create a centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table by placing several of these Mason Jar Pumpkins along the center of the table with candles and greenery.

Creative Craft Hop

Next up is Sara at Birdz of a Feather with her Viking Knit project.

Be sure to visit all of this month's creative projects by the Creative Crafters

How to Make an Easy Felt Leaf Wreath for Fall – Carol from Blue Sky at Home

Beginner Friendly Chunky Crocheted Throw – Cecilia from My Thrift Store Addiction

Gold Glitter Leaves Table Runner – Gail from Purple Hues and Me

Handmade Christmas Card Ornaments – Donna from Modern on Monticello

Additional Dollar Tree Pumpkins

Create a Dollar Tree Faux Sweater Pumpkin to complete your Fall decor. With some simple supplies, transform a pair of neon orange foam pumpkins into warm and cozy braided sweater-inspired pumpkins. This quick and easy craft takes just about an hour to complete.

Create a Clothespin Pumpkin Wreath for your Fall decor. Using simple supplies from Dollar Tree, create this quick and easy pumpkin wreath from wooden clothespins in just about 30 minutes. The hardest part is waiting for the paint to dry! Perfect for any style of décor for your home.

Learn how to make a Dollar Tree Tin Tile Pumpkin perfect for your Autumn decor. Using simple supplies create this quick and easy faux tin tile pumpkin sign in just about 30 minutes. The hardest part is waiting for the paint to dry! Perfect for any style of décor for your home.

Learn how to make a Mason Jar Ring Pumpkin in about 30 minutes. Transform metal canning jar rings from the kitchen section of Dollar Tree into a funky and fat pumpkin. It is the perfect style for your Autumn home décor or Fall tiered tray.

This Easy DIY Book Pumpkin with Dollar Tree Supplies, literally costs $1.25! The rest of the supplies I grabbed from my stash (and the yard). Can I tell you how much I love pumpkins? Not those fussy Pumpkin Spice Lattes, but actual pumpkins. I love creating fun, funky, elegant, and upcycled pumpkins. 

Create a trio of Embroidery Hoop & Fabric Pumpkins for Autumn. Embroidery hoops plus fun and funky plaid fabrics combine to make a trio of happy pumpkins that are the perfect addition to your Fall Decor. A quick and easy 30-minute craft.

Learn how to make a Hexagon Pumpkin Craft in just about 30 minutes. Dollar Tree wooden hexagon plaques, some craft paint, patterned papers, and ribbon transform into a pair of the most adorable pumpkins. The perfect style for your Fall home décor or Autumn mantel.

Create Dollar Tree Golf Ball Pumpkins in about 30 minutes. Transform plastic golf balls from the toy section of Dollar Tree into a trio of funky pumpkins. The perfect style for your Fall home décor, an Autumn tiered tray, or vase and basket filler.

Learn how to make a Succulent Pumpkin Planter with faux cactus plants. Transform an ugly Dollar Tree neon orange foam pumpkin into a trendy planter with faux succulents and some simple supplies. This quick and easy craft goes together in just about 30 minutes.

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