Pumpkin Treat Boxes

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It’s officially pumpkin season!  Yahoooo.  So, how about a Pumpkin Palooza — like 15 pumpkin ideas to inspire you.  Well, today kicks off a series with myself and 14 of my bloggy friends.  Today, I’m sharing these adorable Pumpkin Treat Boxes.

Turn an ordinary paper mache box into one of these adorable Pumpkin Treat Boxes! livelaughrowe.comAdorable Pumpkin Treat Boxes

Seriously, how cute are they?  Great for filling with a festive treat — or gifting something small like washi tape, jewelry, etc. Since paper mache boxes come in all different sizes,  you can easily make one to suite your needs. So, who’s is ready to make these cuties?

Turn an ordinary paper mache box into one of these adorable Pumpkin Treat Boxes! livelaughrowe.comPumpkin Box Tutorial

Let’s grab our supplies and get this party started!

Supplies:
Round Paper Mache Boxes
Sponge Brush
Orange Paint
Drill, optional
Twine
Rust Colored Wire
Green Felt
Glue Gun

STEP ONE:
Start by painting the boxes.
Turn an ordinary paper mache box into one of these adorable Pumpkin Treat Boxes! livelaughrowe.com

STEP TWO:
Next, drill a hole in the lid of your little box.Turn an ordinary paper mache box into one of these adorable Pumpkin Treat Boxes! livelaughrowe.com

STEP THREE:
Add twine for Stem.  Take a piece of twine (5-6 inches in length) and fold in half, then know.  You’ll then insert the loop into the hole, leaving the knot on the insided of the lid (pictured below).
Turn an ordinary paper mache box into one of these adorable Pumpkin Treat Boxes! livelaughrowe.com

STEP FOUR:
Adding the wire and leaves.  Using rust colored wire, add a sprig of twirled wire and a felt leaf to the top of your box.  Insert through top of box and place a dot of hot glue on the inside to hold.
Turn an ordinary paper mache box into one of these adorable Pumpkin Treat Boxes! livelaughrowe.comThat’s it!  You’re done.  Easy, fun and ADORABLE.  You can’t beat that, can you?

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Comments

  1. Michelle@DandelionPatina says

    Aww, Kelly I love these sweet little pumpkins! They are the perfect treat box for fall. My kiddos and I can totally create some of these and give them to their teachers. Thank you for the inspiration and participating in Pumpkin Palooza.

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Thanks so much Jamie! What a great idea to set these out a favors for your Fall dinner! You’ll enjoy making them. Enjoy the rest of your day. xo.

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  6. Erin | Meadow Lake Road says

    What an adorable little project! My kids would have a blast making these! Thanks for the inspiration 🙂

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  16. April Hoff says

    This is just precious, Kelly! I think I’m going to make these for my students this year! I love the little bit of curled wire on the top…it just adds the perfect little detail! These are darling! I have loved being a part of this series with you! 🙂

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    • Kelly Rowe says

      Aw…thank you April! I really appreciate it. 🙂 It’s been a pleasure being apart of this series with you as well. Have a GREAT day. HUGS!

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  19. Lauren says

    Sooo cute, friend! I think I’ve seen little paper mache boxes like these are the dollar store before. I’m definitely snapping them up next time I see them. So creative!

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  23. Lisa says

    I made up several of these last week and filled them with peanut butter m&m’s. They were a huge hit. I like to make up things like this for the different holidays to share with peeps at work, waitresses, etc. I love, love, love your blog :=)

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