I’m not sure why, but string art has always scared me. Maybe I simply over analyzed the process, but a weekend or two ago I decided to try my hand at it using hemp twine. I think my DIY String Art on an all white pumpkin has a perfectly rustic feel and stays within my love for neutrals.
Rustic DIY String Art
Rustic DIY String Art
Supplies for Pumpkin String Art:
Pumpkin
White Spray Paint, optional
Nails with Flat Heads
Hemp Twine, #20
Pencil and/or Stencil
Step One:
Spray paint your pumpkin, if needed.
Step Two:
Sketch or trace your artwork onto the pumpkin. I did a (very) rough sketch of an R using a pencil. You can see the faint pencil lines in the image below.
Step Four:
Tie end of hemp twine in a tight knot around a corner nail. Start weaving. I really didn’t use any rhyme or reason to how I wrapped the string and nail art… as my husband and I always say, “the imperfections add character.” So, I embraced any imperfections.
Step Five:
Tie off, knot and trim.
You’re done. My first attempt at this project was with jute twine… and I would have to say that was a HUGE fail. I think it would have looked much better on a larger pumpkin, but I wanted a more manageable size for my decor.
Regardless, I think it turned out perfectly sweet. I love the neutral colors and, well, any form of twine knows how to make my heart go pitter patter.
What do you think? Have you ever done any pumpkin string art or Halloween string art? Any tips?
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Diane@InMyOwnStyle says
So styling, and chic, but perfectly farmhouse. Love it!
Kelly Rowe says
Thanks Diane! Appreciate it…and appreciate you stopping by. Enjoy the rest of your week. HUGS.
Sharon aka Mom says
I Love it! It adds a very rustic touch to the Fall Decor. I’ll give it a try.
Kelly Rowe says
Thanks mom! Love you. MUAH.
Desiree Campbell says
I love this so much… Pinning!
XO
Kelly Rowe says
Thanks so much Desiree! Appreciate it. Have a great evening. xo.
mary says
I love this! Its such a unique look!
Ivie says
I love the look of the pumpkin. Was it difficult to keep the nails from being pulled out by the twine? What size nails did you use?
Elyse says
your post reminds me of my university project of string art. I also did string art in the same way. and thanks for the tutorial. I will share this technique with my friends. thanks for sharing the blog.