Farmhouse Pumpkin Door Hanger: Easy Dollar Tree DIY

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Learn how to turn simple Dollar Tree supplies into a charming farmhouse pumpkin door hanger for a perfect budget-friendly fall decor idea.

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Pumpkin Door Hanger

You may have seen my Dollar Tree fall haul that I shared recently on Instagram.

Having a craft and home decorating blog, I have to get supplies early, especially at Dollar Tree because they always sell out.

Case in point, I had a reader message me saying she has not been able to find any of the orange foam pumpkins that are very popular for makeover.

Here are a few of my favorites Dollar Tree pumpkin crafts:

• Easy Decoupage Pumpkins
• Rae Dunn Inspired Pumpkins
• DIY Velvet Pumpkins

One of the things I picked up was a metal pumpkin wreath form and boy am I glad I did because they are long gone!

I went back to get a couple of more and was kicking myself.

So I knew I wanted to make something fabulous with this one lone pumpkin.

I’m kind of in love with it, ha, ha! It has a farmhouse style to it with natural wood beads and burlap backing.

I’m going with blues and oranges for my fall decor this year.

It’s a little non-traditional, but I’ve never really been a traditional girl. 

1. Materials You’ll Need

Materials List

Gathering everything ahead of time makes this project go quickly — most of these are one trip to Dollar Tree.

• Door hanger base (I used a Dollar Tree wire pumpkin wreath form if you prefer a rounder shape)
• 2–3 faux pumpkins (foam or plastic, small to medium size)
• Faux stems, leaves, or florals in fall colors (wheat, eucalyptus, or mini sunflowers all work well)
• Burlap or ribbon for a bow or wrap
• Wood Beads
• All In One Multi-Tool
• Hot Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
• Acrylic paint in cream, sage, or terracotta (optional, for a farmhouse finish)
• Small paintbrush
• Command hook or wreath hanger for the door

Substitutions: No wire pumpkin door hanger on hand? A wood wreath form, an old picture frame, or even a flattened cardboard cutout works just as well as a base. If your local Dollar Tree is out of faux florals, fall stems and small pumpkins from the craft aisle or the dollar bins at Target are a close match.

2. Step-by-Step Assembly

1. Attach wood beads. Add wood beads to each piece of wire through the hole in the beads until it is filled with beads. Use a multi-tool to snip the wire.

2. Attach burlap. Lay the pumpkin form onto a layer of burlap and cut around it. Secure the burlap to the pumpkin using a hot glue gun.

3. Arrange before you glue. Lay your fall leaves, stems, and florals on the base first to plan your layout. This saves you from gluing something down and wishing you’d placed it differently.

4. Attach the largest elements first. Glue your main florals in place, then build outward with smaller stems and greenery.

5. Let it set. Give the glue about 15 minutes to fully cure before hanging, especially if you’re adding a lot of florals.

6. Hang and style. Use a Command hook or over-the-door wreath hanger so you don’t damage your door or frame.

I’m seriously loving how this pumpkin door hanger turned out.

The colors are so vibrant and it’s a nice change from a standard grapevine wreath.

Looking for more fall wreath inspiration? Enjoy these Dollar Tree pumpkin wreath form ideas.

3. Styling & Placement Tips

Tips for Styling Your Pumpkin Door Hanger

• Front door vs. interior: If you’re hanging it outdoors, choose weather-resistant faux pumpkins (foam holds up better than paper mache) and avoid ribbon that bleeds color in rain.
• Balance the size: For a standard front door, aim for a hanger roughly 12–16 inches wide so it doesn’t get lost against the door.
• Mix textures: Combining smooth pumpkins with textured elements like burlap, wheat stems, or dried flowers gives the piece a more layered, farmhouse look.
• Seasonal transitions: Swap the ribbon color and add a few mini gourds to transition this same base from early fall into Thanksgiving without starting from scratch.
• Storage: Store flat in a shallow bin or hang it in a closet between seasons to keep the pumpkins from getting crushed. 

4. Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make a pumpkin wreath with Dollar Tree supplies? Yes — Dollar Tree sells wire pumpkin wreath forms, faux pumpkins, and florals that work perfectly for a budget-friendly DIY pumpkin wreath. The same materials and steps used for this door hanger can be adapted to a round wreath form.

What can I use instead of a wire door hanger base? A wooden wreath form, foam wreath base, or even a flattened piece of cardboard cut into a pumpkin door-hanger shape all work as substitutes if you can’t find the wire pumpkin style.

How long does this project take to make? Most people can complete this door hanger in 30–45 minutes.

How do I keep my pumpkin door hanger from fading outside? Choose foam or plastic pumpkins over paper mache, and consider a light coat of clear matte sealant spray to help protect the color from sun exposure.

Can I reuse this craft for Thanksgiving decor? Definitely. Swap out a bright orange ribbon for a deeper rust or plaid one, and add a few mini gourds or wheat stems to shift the look from Halloween-adjacent fall decor to a Thanksgiving-ready piece.

I hope you enjoyed this DIY Dollar Tree pumpkin wreath. Let me know in the comments below if this is something you could see yourself making.

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Even More Fall DIY Decor and Crafts

You may also like this dollar store pumpkin topiary, this Pottery Barn inspired terracotta pumpkin tutorial, and these fall candle holder centerpiece.

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