The days are getting shorter and Halloween is fast approaching. For crafters, or anyone who would like to dive into a new crafting hobby this season, it is time to pick up yarn, needles, hooks and autumnal craft essentials and get creative. Whether you are a seasoned knitter, a crochet fanatic, a talented wreath-maker or looking to get started with a macrame kit, here are a few of our favourite autumn crafts for you to try.
Crochet your own pumpkin patch
If you are handy with the crochet hook, a simple crochet pumpkin is the perfect addition to your Halloween decor. You can get creative with this project, crafting pumpkins in different sizes, patterns and colours to build your very own cosy autumn pumpkin patch.
A classic beanie hat
Everyone needs a warm woollen beanie hat this season, and where better place to start than at the knitting loom? Loom knitting is a speedy and simple technique that anyone can learn in time for autumn, even a beginner. Pick autumnal colours and quality, snuggly yarn to complete your craft.
Autumnal macrame ideas
Macrame has become increasingly popular, so consider trying out this on-trend crafting technique. A macrame kit is a great place to start for cosy autumnal wall hangings, a seasonal table runner, or even preparing for Christmas with cute tree decorations. Kits such as Wool Couture macrame kits offer a range of ideas for both beginners and experts.
Seasonal wreaths
Give your front door a festive feel as we approach the holiday season with an autumnal wreath. Craft yours using seasonal foliage woven and glued to your wreath’s frame; alternatively, get creative with crochet for a plush textile option. You could even attempt a sustainable option using paper, card and a cutting technique for a simple and decorative wreath option.
Autumn embroidery art
Snuggle up on the sofa with an embroidery hoop and create some autumnal embroidered art this season. Toadstools, pumpkins, autumn leaves and other cute motifs work best for the season and can last for years to come.
Making a Halloween wreath
A handmade wreath is a fun autumn project and makes a striking decoration for the front door. One of the simplest bases is an embroidery hoop in whatever size you like. Wrap a strip of fabric around it, fix it with glue or a staple, then decorate. Thin pieces of cheap toy stuffing glued on look like cobwebs, and toy spiders or smiling pumpkin faces finish it off. Cotton thread is handy for hanging small decorations from the hoop.
A plain dried twig wreath is a good buy because you can remove the Halloween pieces afterwards and reuse it for Christmas. Add cut-outs of witches, broomsticks or bats in different sizes, made from black card or a children’s craft set. Laminating them or wrapping them in plastic helps them survive wind and rain.
For something more playful, glue white ping pong balls all over a plain wreath with a glue gun and add a stick-on googly eye to each one.
