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Craft Tutorials | Seasonal Crafts | Fall Crafts | Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins
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Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins

Author by Amanda Davis on September 9, 2022 Updated on September 9, 2022

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Surely you've seen the mason jar lid pumpkins on the web the last few years. Making a pumpkin out of canning lids is easy and there are several variations.
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I know you’ve seen the adorable mason jar lid pumpkins that have been floating around the web for several years now. It’s a great way to add a little fall to your home decor and it’s perfect for recycling your used canning lids.

Pumpkins made out of canning lids from mason jars sitting stairs


 

Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins

I’ll not only show you how to make a pumpkin from mason jar lids, I’ll share several different ideas for decorating them as well. These cute mason jar lid pumpkins are a touch of rustic with a whole lot of fall charm, plus, they’re really easy to make.

I buy a ton of mason jars, but not for canning like most people. I make a lot of luminaries, and projects like these fall mason jars, it’s just something I love to do. There’s something about the glow of a candle flickering through glass that I just love! But luminaries aren’t the only thing I’ve made from mason jars. I wanted something pretty for summer barbecues, so I created these painted mason jars too.

Orange mason jar canning lid pumpkin

RELATED: If you love pumpkins, you’ll definitely want to try this 3D paper pumpkin project. It’s fun and easy and it’s actually quite pretty!

*Canning lids and bands can be purchased separately from mason jars. Depending on the size (wide mouth or regular) they will cost you less $10 for a box of 12. If you are familiar with canning you already know this because a lid can only be used once when canning food, but jars and bands can be used over and over. We suggest using your rusty or dented bands!

White mason jar lid pumpkin with flowers

How to make mason jar lid pumpkins:

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this project. Please scroll down to simply print out the instructions!

First, choose the size of your canning bands

There are two different sizes: wide mouth and regular. In my photos, you will see both of them being used. The wide mouth bands are larger, that’s what the white pumpkin is made from. The larger pumpkin measures 8-inches while the smaller pumpkins measure a little under 7-inches.

Next, decide if you want to paint them or not

If you do, make sure you factor in more time to allow for a couple of coats on both sides as well as drying time. I used matte finish spray paint on mine, that’s just my preference. I have seen them with gloss finish as well.

Spray painting canning lids to make mason jar lid pumpkins

Tip: Your painting doesn’t have to be perfect. When you are all done assembling your pumpkin, you can easily rotate the bands to hide any imperfections!

mason jar lids

Now assemble your mason jar lid pumpkins

Most tutorials will tell you to use string or yarn to tie the bands together. I found it easier to use a pipe cleaner and was able to get a tighter connection than I was with yarn. Make sure all the bands are going in the same direction.

Tying mason jar lid bands together with a pipe cleaner.

Tip: for the smaller pumpkin you can get away with using just one pipe cleaner. You will definitely need two for the larger size.

Start by twisting two pipe cleaners together to make one long pipe cleaner. Twist and secure it tightly. Run the pipe cleaner through the bands, or thread the bands onto the pipe cleaner… however, you want to say it.

Tying mason jar lids together with pipe cleaner

Next twist the two ends of the pipe cleaner together, getting it as tight as you can, joining all the bands together. Fan them out if needed, but you’ll be surprised by how your pumpkin will just naturally form when you place it on the table!

Add the stem to your pumpkin

Finally, hot glue two pairs of cinnamon sticks together to make the stem. Add some hot glue to the bottom of the cinnamon stick bundle and insert it into the center of the pumpkin.

Wrapping moss around a cork

Note – in my photos you will see that I also used a wine cork wrapped in “moss roll”. I honestly don’t remember where I got it. But I did a search online and found something similar here.

Tip: If you want to add raffia it’s easiest to tie that around the bundle before gluing it into the pumpkin.

Mason jar lid pumpkin with cinnamon sticks and raffia

Ideas for decorating your mason jar lid pumpkins

I’ve seen a few different designs of these canning lid pumpkins. I’ve listed some of my favorite designs at the end of this post. My #1 favorite uses strips of book pages to decorate the outside of the pumpkin and I just love the way it looks! There are more ideas below on what you can use to personalize yours.

White canning lid pumpkin

Ideas for making the stem:

  • corks
  • cinnamon sticks
  • twigs
  • tree bark
  • rolled paper or scrapbook paper

Ideas for embellishing:

  • twine
  • raffia
  • ribbon
  • jute
  • baker’s twine
  • silk or dried flowers
  • tiny pinecones
  • faux berries
  • moss
  • butterflies or birds

Ideas for decorating the pumpkin:

  • Spray paint
  • duct tape
  • washi tape
  • fabric tape
  • ribbon
  • book pages
  • maps
  • sheet music
  • photos cut into strips
  • polka dots (use the handle end of a paintbrush dipped in paint)
  • scrapbook paper
  • newspaper
Orange canning lid pumpkin

Displaying Your Canning Lid Pumpkin

This seems like a no-brainer right? Put it on the table or shelf and you’re done. But you can also buy some of those battery operated string lights and put them inside your pumpkin. How beautiful would that be? Another idea is to use fewer bands so that there are more gaps between them when done, then insert some burlap or lace ribbon inside.

Canning lid pumpkin ideas

Some of my favorite jar lid pumpkin variations

I’ve seen a lot of different ways to make and decorate these pumpkins. Here are some of my favorites, what are yours?

  1. vintage farmhouse pumpkin
  2. Rustic with silver and gold bands
  3. Chevron washi tape design
  4. Gingham design with fabric tape

You might also like my easy fabric pumpkins and be sure to check out all of my adult craft ideas here!

canning jar lid pumpkin with cinnamon sticks and raffia

More Mason Jar Lid Craft Ideas

  • Mason Jar Lid Snowman
  • Canning Lid Snowman Ornament
  • Gingerbread Man Canning Lid Ornament
  • Cheese Grater Owl
  • Minion Ornaments for Christmas
  • Mason Jar Lid Coasters

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How to make mason jar canning lid pumpkins
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Mason Jar Lid Pumpkins

Surely you've seen the mason jar lid pumpkins on the web the last few years. Making a pumpkin out of canning lids is easy and there are several variations.
Age Group: Adult Crafts
Project Type: Fall
Author: Amanda Formaro

Supplies

  • 24-25 canning bands
  • 2 pipe cleaners or yarn/string
  • 4 cinnamon sticks

Optional supplies:

  • Spray paint
  • Raffia ribbon, twine or string
  • Silk flowers berries, etc

Craft tools

  • Hot glue gun

Instructions

  • If you want your pumpkin painted, spray paint all the canning bands , applying two coats per side and allowing them to dry 20 minutes between coats.
  • Make sure all the bands are going in the same direction.
  • Twist two pipe cleaners together to make one long pipe cleaner. Twist and secure it tightly.
  • Run the pipe cleaner through the bands, connect all your bands together with the pipe cleaner, securing it as tight as you can.
  • Fan them out if needed, but you’ll be surprised by how your pumpkin will just naturally form when you place it on the table!
  • Finally hot glue two pairs of cinnamon sticks together to make the stem. Add some hot glue to the bottom of the cinnamon stick bundle and insert it into the center of the pumpkin.

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Expert Tips & FAQs

  • If you want to add raffia it’s easiest to tie that around the bundle before gluing it into the pumpkin.
  • For the smaller pumpkin you can get away with using just one pipe cleaner. You will definitely need two for the larger size.

This post was originally published on this blog on Aug 18, 2017.

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Comments

  1. Kathleeb says

    November 10, 2023 at 5:49 pm

    Truly love the finished craft.
    Directions were simple to follow.
    Thank you for the list of needed items and your guidance

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  2. Sue Gordon says

    September 27, 2020 at 3:00 pm

    I found the easies thing to use to hold your rings together are 11″ cable ties. They’ll give you the tightest fit, and so easy to use..

    Reply
    • Amanda Formaro says

      September 29, 2020 at 7:13 am

      Great tip!!

      Reply
  3. Ruthie says

    December 4, 2018 at 8:37 pm

    Love it! Thank you!

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  4. Mary Hayden says

    August 27, 2018 at 7:33 pm

    These are so pretty! Thanks for the detailed instructions!

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  5. Wendy phair says

    October 18, 2017 at 3:53 am

    Where do u buy the lids?

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    • Amanda Formaro says

      October 26, 2017 at 1:30 pm

      Hi Wendy, there’s a link in the post under “Supplies you need”, or you can get them here … http://amzn.to/2gHHP0F , hope that helps :)

      Reply
  6. Darlene Fisher says

    September 17, 2017 at 7:24 pm

    That was so cute and clever and thanks for all of the tips

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  7. Sharon says

    September 11, 2017 at 7:21 am

    Mason jar lids (rings) can be used over and over just like the jar. It’s the flat disk seal that can only be used once. The rings can be removed as soon as the seal pops and used in another canning batch right away. FYI from someone who still cans.

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