8. Chic Velvet Pumpkins
Skip the plastic look and craft luxurious, high-end velvet pumpkins that rival expensive boutique decor. Cut a circle out of rich velvet fabric in jewel tones like emerald green, deep plum, burnt orange, or midnight blue. Hand-stitch a simple running stitch along the outer edge of the circle using strong upholstery thread. Pull the thread slightly to gather the fabric into a cup shape, and fill the center with polyester fiberfill and a handful of dried beans or rice to give the pumpkin a satisfying weight. Pull the thread tight to close the opening and knot it securely. Use hot glue to attach a real, dried pumpkin stem to the top, which you can salvage from real pumpkins or buy in bulk online.