Copper Wire Pumpkin String Art
Looking for a fall decorating project that’s a little different from the usual orange pumpkins?
This DIY copper wire pumpkin string art is one of my favorite ways to add a little autumn charm without filling the house with traditional bright fall colors.
The combination of warm copper wire and a soft whitewashed wood background gives this pumpkin art a simple, neutral look that works beautifully with farmhouse, rustic, modern and neutral fall decor.
And while it looks a little complicated, this copper wire pumpkin is actually pretty simple to make!
All you need is a piece of plywood, copper nails, copper wire and a few basic tools.
Why You’ll Love This Copper Wire Pumpkin
There are so many pumpkin crafts out there, but I wanted to make something that felt a little different.
Instead of painting a bright orange pumpkin, I used copper wire to create the pumpkin shape.
The copper catches the light beautifully, while the white-painted wood keeps the finished piece feeling soft and neutral.
It’s a great project if you love:
- Neutral fall decorating
- Farmhouse decor
- Rustic fall crafts
- Metallic home accents
- DIY wall art
- Handmade seasonal decor
And because the pumpkin is made from wire, it has an airy, open look instead of feeling heavy or overly decorated.
Supplies for Copper Wire Pumpkin String Art
You only need a few supplies to make this cute copper wire pumpkin. (affiliate links provided for your convenience)
- copper weatherstrip nails #17 – I used 85 nails
- copper wire
- 10″ x 10″ piece of plywood
- white craft paint
- chip paintbrush
- hammer
- wirecutter
- needle nose plyers
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make Copper Wire Pumpkin String Art
Prepare the Wood:
I started with a 10″ x 10″ piece of scrap plywood, sanded it lightly and then used a chip paintbrush to dry brush with white paint. Love how the wood still shows through. I think this would be gorgeous with a solid gray background too. I’m loving gray and copper together!
Print Your Pumpkin Template:
Then I took a pumpkin shape image I’ve used in the past with my chalkboard pumpkin printable and burlap pumpkin sign, and printed it out.
Painter’s Tape is the perfect solution to help hold the pumpkin image in place.
Add the Copper Nails:
Hammer in the copper nails on top of the lines. You can see that in the lower pumpkin area I spaced them about 1/2 inch apart. In the upper pumpkin section, near the pumpkin’s stem, they were placed closer.
Remove the Paper Template:
Time to peel off that paper. Slowly starting pulling the paper off. It’s pretty easy to do.
Most likely you’ll get a few pieces of paper stuck in a few nails. Tweezers are the easiest way to get those strays out.
Start Wrapping the Copper Wire:
Then it’s time to start wrapping the copper wire around the nails. Using needlenose plyers I will wrap the end of the wire around the nail I want to start with, using the needlenose to pinch the wire tightly to the nail after I wrapped the wire around the nail a few times.
To make the shape with the wire, I would wrap the wire around each nail once, then move to the next nail.
If need be, you can cut the wire and end a strand and restart the wire somewhere else. That is what I did. The lower pumpkin is one strand of wire and upper is another strain. When you finish a strand, you do the same as how you started by wrapping the wire multiple times and then pinch with the needlenose plyers.
The copper is just so pretty! I love the sun bouncing off the copper finish.
I Love the Copper!
The copper is definitely my favorite part of this project.
When the light hits it, the wire has such a pretty warm glow.
It’s metallic without being flashy, which is why I think it works so well for neutral fall decor.
Instead of the traditional orange-and-black fall color palette, you get something much softer.
White.
Natural wood.
Warm copper.
It feels like fall without screaming FALL!
How to Display Your Copper Wire Pumpkin
There are lots of ways you can use this DIY pumpkin art around your home.
On a Mantel
Lean it against the wall or display it with other fall decor.
On a Shelf
The 10″ x 10″ size makes it easy to incorporate into a bookshelf or open shelving.
In a Gallery Wall
Add the copper pumpkin to a collection of neutral artwork and seasonal pieces.
On an Entryway Table
Pair it with a vase, candle or other natural fall accents.
As Part of a Fall Vignette
Combine it with pumpkins, wood, greenery and other neutral fall decor.
Change the Background Color
One of my favorite things about this project is how easy it would be to customize.
I used white craft paint and allowed some of the natural wood to show through.
But you could try:
Soft gray Cream Black Charcoal Natural wood Weathered white A warm taupe
Copper looks especially pretty against darker colors, so don’t be afraid to experiment.
Change the Wire Color
You can also change the look by using a different color of wire.
Try:
Gold for a glam fall pumpkin
Silver for a cool-toned pumpkin
Black for a modern farmhouse look
You could even make a collection of pumpkins using different wire colors.
Tips for Making Copper Wire Pumpkin String Art
Use a simple pumpkin template.
The wire does most of the work, so you don’t need a complicated shape.
Keep your nails relatively evenly spaced.
Consistent spacing makes wrapping the wire easier.
Don’t wrap too tightly.
The wire should be secure around each nail without pulling the nail sideways.
Use needle-nose pliers.
They make it much easier to wrap and tighten the ends of the wire.
Work in smaller sections if needed.
There’s nothing wrong with cutting the wire and starting a new strand.
Experiment with the background.
Copper looks beautiful against white, gray, black and natural wood.
The Finished Copper Wire Pumpkin
And there you have it!
A simple piece of plywood, a handful of copper nails and some copper wire became a piece of DIY fall pumpkin art.
I love that it feels seasonal without being overly traditional.
It’s simple.
It’s neutral.
It’s a little rustic.
And that copper wire gives it just enough sparkle.
If you’re looking for an easy fall craft that’s a little different from the usual pumpkin projects, give this copper wire pumpkin string art a try!
More DIY Fall Decor
Love making your own fall decorations?
Be sure to check out more of my DIY fall decor projects, including pumpkin crafts, fall wall art, wreaths and other budget-friendly seasonal projects.
