Looking for a fun Halloween pumpkin craft idea to do with your kids? These no-sew pumpkins are easy, and each one only takes about ten minutes to make.
What you need:
- 1 sock
- Scissors
- 2 rubber bands
- Twine
- Rice
- Fiberfill
- Hot glue gun
Instructions:
- Start by cutting the sock above the heel. You'll use the ankle piece.
- Turn the ankle piece of the sock inside out and tie off the cut end with a rubber band.
- Next, turn the sock right side out again, and fill the bottom with rice.
- Once you have the desired amount to give your pumpkin some weight, continue stuffing the sock with fiberfill. Leave some of the top unfilled.
- Tie off the top of the sock with the other rubber band.
- Next, tie twine around the rubber band. Then, wrap the twine around the sock about three times to create the pumpkin ridges.
- Now, we'll turn the excess cuff at the top of the sock into the stem. Simply wrap the twine up and down the cuff, and secure it with a dot of hot glue.
- Finally, cover up that glued end by tying a twine bow around the base of the stem.
You now have a small sock pumpkin. Play with different sock patterns and materials. The design possibilities are endless. If you'd rather wear your colorful socks before turning them into pumpkins, check out our fun sock patterns for the whole family.
Are you more of a visual learner? Check out our how-to video or download our printable instructions.
Save Your Favorite Socks for Your Feet
Finished your pumpkin? Keep the sock fun going with colorful patterns made for wearing. Our coordinating crew socks come in men's, women's, and kids' sizes, so the whole family can join in.