These are absolutely stunning! Simply add greenery, cranberries, water and a floating candle. Absolutely beautiful. Spotted on Pinterest – Found on Better Homes and Gardens — Christmas Decorating with Kitchen Items.
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Dollar Tree Strainer Pumpkin Tutorial
This Dollar Tree Strainer Pumpkin is such a clever little fall craft, and I love that it turns something completely ordinary into rustic farmhouse décor. A simple kitchen strainer suddenly becomes a sweet autumn pumpkin filled with mini pumpkins, acorns, leaves, and seasonal texture.
What makes this project so charming is the mix of materials. The metal mesh strainer gives it that slightly vintage, farmhouse look, while the twine-wrapped handle makes it feel warm and handmade. Add in the burlap leaf and little fall fillers, and it becomes the kind of decoration that would look lovely on a mantel, tiered tray, kitchen shelf, or Thanksgiving table.
This is also a great budget-friendly Dollar Tree craft because you can customize it with whatever fall supplies you already have. Use white pumpkins for a neutral farmhouse style, orange pumpkins for a classic autumn look, or add berries, cinnamon sticks, raffia, ribbon, or fairy lights to make it your own.
I especially like that this project is different from the usual wreath or painted pumpkin craft. It has a cute “repurposed kitchen item” feel, which makes it perfect for anyone who loves upcycled décor and cozy handmade fall projects.
This is simply beautiful. I need to try this myself this year. Thanks for the idea.
Are those real cranberries? If so, how long can I keep them in the water before they start getting gross and slimy?
HI Nicole, I don’t know the answer to that as the project is not hosted on this site. However, I can tell you that they are real cranberries. I would imagine if you kept them in the fridge when not using them they would probably last several days if not a week or more
I love this but how do you keep the water clear? It gets nasty looking.