# Retro Fabric Pumpkins Turn Vintage Fabric Designs into Plump Pumpkins with This Fun DIY Guide By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-10-25 | Special Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabric-pumpkins References: [cottageindustryinteriorshop](http://cottageindustryinteriorshop.com/blogs/news/9765672-vintage-fabric-pumpkins) & [crafts-beautiful](http://www.crafts-beautiful.com/index.php/project/stitched_pumpkins) These retro fabric pumpkins are a wonderfully crafty alternative to the more traditional pumpkin carvings you would find on Halloween. While purchasing a plump orange pumpkin is often one of the most nostalgic parts about celebrating Halloween, why not add some retro features to the tradition and create [pumpkin-shaped products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkinshaped-fall-bites) that are hand-stitched yourself. Offering arts and crafts individuals a brand new way to celebrate Halloween, these fabric pumpkins are serving to revolutionize [typical decorations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/michaels-alices-adventures-collection) in a whole new way. Simply requiring a few retro or vintage pieces of fabric and some sewing material, these pretty pumpkin designs can be easily hand-sewn in a short amount of time. Featured on the site 'Cottage Industry Shop,' this DIY project is a unique way to add some [retro appeal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roop-aroop) to an otherwise eerie and dark holiday. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Special](https://www.trendhunter.com/special) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Handmade Halloween Decor:** The trend of creating handmade Halloween decorations is disrupting the market for traditional store-bought decorations. - **Sustainable Home Crafts:** The trend of sustainable and eco-friendly DIY crafts is creating opportunities for craft companies to offer more eco-conscious materials and alternatives. - **Retro Revival:** The trend of incorporating vintage designs into modern DIY projects is disrupting traditional crafting trends and providing new creative possibilities. ### Where This Applies - **Arts and Crafts Supplies:** The arts and crafts supplies industry can take advantage of the trend toward handmade Halloween decor by offering more retro and vintage fabrics and sustainable materials. - **Eco-friendly Materials:** The trend of sustainable home crafts is creating opportunities for companies that specialize in eco-friendly materials to market and expand their offerings to this growing market segment. - **DIY Online Communities:** The trend of creating and sharing DIY projects online is providing opportunities for crafting communities to grow and for businesses that offer online tutorials and workshops. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rereleased Rounded Retro Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-chair-1.md) - [Halloween-Themed Flower Bouquets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouqs-spooky-collection.md) - [Halloween-Themed Fire Pit Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-carved-pumpkin.md) - [Family-Friendly Halloween Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oriental-trading.md) - [Spooky Pastel-Hued Halloween Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-spooky-halloween-decor-collection.md) - [DIY Embroidery Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stitched-ornament-kits.md) - [Stacking Pumpkin Display Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-stacking-kit.md) - [Witty Plushie Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punchkins-are-punny-collectibles.md) - [Playful Crochet Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection.md)