Pumpkins are the ultimate addition to add an extra dose of charm to your home this season. These pumpkin decor ideas are full of inspiration for turning your home into an autumn wonderland – tastefully, of course!
Fall pumpkin decor is so much fun! And whether you’re looking for outdoor pumpkin decor or planning to use them indoors, there’s something for everyone here. Anywhere you add a pumpkin will add a little more fall beauty to your home!
That’s one of the best parts of living in the Midwest – celebrating the changing seasons with your family.
The Best Pumpkin Decor Ideas
We’ve used pumpkins in all types of centerpieces for fall events. They’ve graced our front steps many times, and we’ve added them to bookshelves, coffee tables, and so much more.
I’m excited to share this post with you today because it felt like a walk down memory lane for me – it’s so fun to see what we’ve created in the decade+ that we’ve been sharing in this space.
Pumpkin decor is the easiest way to add instant fall magic to your home. The only effort required is lugging them from the trunk of your car, in fact! Let’s take a look at some of the best pumpkin decor inspiration we’ve shared over the years.
First – a little to learn about pumpkins, just for fun! Then I’ll link to each inspiration post and also show you a few great options for faux pumpkin sources. Read on for all the details!
Fast Facts About Pumpkins
- Pumpkins are a type of squash (Curcurbita family), which makes them fruit… not a vegetable!
- Indigenous people in the US grew pumpkins (and ate them) for centuries before the arrival of Pilgrims.
- Illinois is the state that produces the most pumpkins, harvesting over 12,000 acres of pumpkins annually. In fact, the Pumpkin Capital of the World is in Morton, Illinois.
- The largest pumpkin on record weighed in at 2,624.6 pounds in Germany in 2016.
Tips
Here are a few tips to make your fresh pumpkins last longer!
- Clean the surface of your pumpkin (along with the interior once you carve it) with a bleach mixture: one teaspoon bleach to one quart of water. This sterilizes your pumpkin, eliminating any bacteria. We like to use a spray bottle to ensure we reach the entire exterior.
- You can also try vinegar if you want to avoid bleach! Spray (or brush) vinegar and lemon juice on your pumpkin. Try 1/4 cup white vinegar, a tablespoon of lemon juice and a quart of water for this solution and soak your pumpkins in a bath of sorts. Note: I don’t think this works as well as bleach but it’s worth a try!
Easy Pumpkin Decor Ideas
I think pumpkins are so much fun – they are a seasonal treasure, and it’s easy to customize the look and style you want to add to your home. Here are just a few of our favorite ideas to get you started!
Make an Heirloom Pumpkin Centerpiece
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Make a Pumpkin Table Runner
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Fireplace Pumpkin Decor
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Place Them Down your Steps
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Pumpkin Decor Ideas for your Porch
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Use Pumpkins for an Outdoor Movie
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Pumpkin Decorating for a Fall Fire Pit
Make entertaining special no matter where you hang out – bring your pumpkins and mums out, hanging some whimsical string lights, and let the fire work its magic!
Personalized Pumpkin Decor
Pumpkins can be stacked on top of each other, alone or in a planter; placed alongside a planter overflowing with mums or other seasonal flowers; or embellished with a family name or even a monogram!
Pumpkin and Candle Centerpiece
To recreate this simple centerpiece, place the largest candle in the middle and stagger the rest of the pumpkins and candles throughout the table, being mindful of where plates will go to leave plenty of room to dine.
Decorate your Coffee Table
Add pumpkins to your living room coffee table decor for an instant touch of fall!
Shop the Best Faux Pumpkins
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If you’re searching for gorgeous faux pumpkins, you’re in the right place! We’ve rounded up the prettiest options in every style. Read More
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Where did you find those pretty woven candle holders on your Lake porch that are displayed with a white pumpkin
Hi Karen!
Those were from Pottery Barn and unfortunately are no longer available. I did find these pretty lanterns recently, though – and they are so affordable!
Have a beautiful week!
Julie