Cut 16 strands of twine 80 inches long.
Paint or decorate your wooden beads. We made ours to look like eyeballs.
While they dry, use a knife to cut a hole in the top of your fake pumpkin just big enough to insert a plant.
Tie a knot to form the dangling tail. Use hot glue to attach the knot to the bottom of the pumpkin. Make the tail 6 to 8 inches long.
At this point, you may find it easier to hang the planter upside down to tie the knots even as you work.
Separate the rest of the yarn into four groups of four. Measure the twine evenly and tie into a knot.
Use two strands of twine from two adjacent sections that are combined to create a new set of four strands of twine. Join those pieces together. Continue around the pumpkin keeping the knots the exact same length.
When you get to the top of the pumpkin, make four bundles of twine again. Tie small knots where you want to string the eyeballs. Add another small knot after adding the beads.
Add a plant such as a sweet potato vine that will cover the sides of the pumpkin.
Gather all the twine at the top of the gourd and tie in a knot for hanging. Hang by your door or window. Get more outdoor decorating ideas for fall>>
