Looking for an inexpensive way to dress up your table this Thanksgiving? This succulent pumpkin planter is quick and easy to make, and it looks lovely amidst candlesticks and holiday fare.

Difficulty level: Beginner
Time to complete: 15 minutes
Age range: 12 and up

Things you’ll need:
Faux pumpkin
Knife
Artificial succulents
Angel hair vine filler
Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Things to do:
1. The first step is hollowing out your pumpkin. Cut around the stem and remove about 2 inches of the Styrofoam inside.


2. Next, start filled the gap with succulents. Since the pumpkin is Styrofoam, you can simply press the stems down into the pumpkin and they’ll stay in place.


3. Finish your pumpkin planter by adding angel hair vine accents around the base of your succulents. Use hot glue to hold the vine in place.

4. When you’re happy with the styling of your planter, let the glue dry and display it proudly!