Decoupage Pumpkin Tutorial

[@Danielle-oe5wb]

Thank you so much, this video is a host of great how-to, the labeling of the lazy Susan to keep track is clever! I'm off to put your lesson to work!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

So glad it was helpful and you are off to decoupage your own pumpkin! Thanks for the kind words!

[@dianekulback2430]

Gretchen, you're on your way to many subscribers! Your instructions are clear, informative and not full of chit-chat. I don't get the feeling this is about you like so many channels. It's about the craft! But because you're natural and friendly it's fun to watch! Thank you!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Isn’t this just the kindest comment to read! I really do love making pretty things and teaching all the little tricks and tips that I haggle through while I’m figuring it out.

[@donnavoynich8023]

the best tutorial I've seen on doing this. I did several this weekend and wish I had seen your tutorial first. It is quite fun!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Wow, just seeing this and I really appreciate the kind words ❤️

[@LindaBaker-l1b]

Wow, your creations are absolutely beautiful! I loved your explanation and am in awe of your steady hands and creativity. The pumpkins are exquisite!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Wow! Thanks so much for the kind words!!

[@VivianFreire-n8u]

Thank you for keeping the real process real. Being picky is not insane, but respecting your time, & effort to make your vision exactly how it’s Supposed to turn out. Why bother investing this love for a mediocre outcome. I really appreciated the tricks you taught, in order to keep oneself peaceful. I definitely subscribed.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

My goal is to make something gorgeous that I'm super proud of and you are correct, that takes some time but is so worth it in the end! Thanks for the encouragement!

[@jo-annmaruszak9885]

I love that you are such a perfectionist. I am also and your tips on getting things really neat is great. Thanks. 🙏

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are so welcome!

[@jeanetterochnowskis142]

Those are the most beautiful pumpkins I have ever seen. I am definitely going to try your technique. STUNNING! TFS! 🥰👍

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much 😊

[@TsetsiStoyanova]

You should do the wall behind you in that blue rose napkin decoupage, it would be much more than it is now!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Ha! It's my craft room but we are moving in six months and they buyers prefer it neutral! 😊

[@karly7790]

Thank you so much for the wonderful tutorial. So helpful! The pumpkins are beautiful💙

[@bettydamnboop3030]

Thank you so much I think these are the most beautiful pumpkins I’ve ever seen and I will be making some for my house. Many blessings to you and yours🌹

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are most welcome! I hope you have so much fun creating them 😊

[@LindaRobinson-u7c]

Great tutorial and love the pumpkins!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much 😊

[@joymobley1508]

Great video! I’ve been doing these for a couple of years but you can ALWAYS learn from someone else. I love the ring around the top of the pumpkin. Thank you so much, I’ll look forward to your other videos. JM

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much, I feel the same way, pick up little tricks here and there, everyone has their own ways of doing things 😊

[@Julzzzsatx]

Great job!! I'm glad you showed your work after a while. Thank you!!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks for watching and your kind words! It was only my second video so I had a bit of a learning curve, thanks for hanging in there. 😉

[@Julzzzsatx]

@craftingwithgretchen Second video, oh my, you did great!! My 2nd one, you don't even want to know. It was such a mess! Keep up the great job, your work it stunning.

[@DianeT-q5l]

Your pumpkin designs are so beautiful!! Great tutorial!! Thank you for all the great information and tips for making a beautiful pumpkin like yours!! I’d love to give it a try!! 💜💜💜

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are so kind! It's so fun but admittedly also addictive 😊

[@kimberlykolanek895]

I can see fine and she is explaining everything very thoroughly.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

This was the sweetest little comment to wake up to 😊 Thank you!

[@stj971]

👍 I love decoupage and would really like to try this. Such a pretty piece.

[@kellyrivenburgh4090]

I’m getting ready to do this right now so glad I found your video😊

[@craftingwithgretchen]

So glad hope it was helpful!

[@ginnamagda5810]

Those are so pretty. Thankyou for sharing

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are so welcome!

[@sincerelyme-777]

Beautifully crafted!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thank you! 😊

[@malgozata1875]

Gretchen, this is absolutely top notch. I have not decoupaged pumpkins, but your hints are super helpful for any round surface. I actually decoupage lampshades with paper napkins and try to match the pattern on the "drum" lampshades. I like how the light shines through the napkins. Thank you.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

So glad you found it helpful, I have always been afraid of doing lampshades thinking every flaw would show up when you turn it one 😊

[@malgozata1875]

@@craftingwithgretchen Hello Gretchen. If you want to decoupage lampshades, I recommend that you get some cheap used ones from Goodwill or garage sale or another thrift store to practice on at first. The ones with the panels are easier than the drum shape ones because you only one one panel to deal with at a time and Caspari "towel" napkins are big enough for most lampshades. Also, depending on your style, I always get the ones with light fabric because the pattern will get lost on the dark fabric. Now, the next thing to do is to experiment. My problem is that some glues/varnishes/topcoats bleed through to the inner fabric. I always made lampshades only for me, so I didn't experiment to see which adhesives do NOT bleed through. It probably depends on the amount of adhesive put on. I.e., put very thin, light coats. Then the adhesive bleeds through to the inner fabric, the lampshades look great from the outside, but if you look underneath, you will see the two fabrics stuck together. If you have a plastic backing, this will not be a problem. Don't worry about the wrinkles on the napkin because they will happen and a lot of them. However, they do not show from a distance. Actually, they look nice. They have a wrinkled fabric effect. The feel is that of plastic. I have some photos of my decoupaged lampshades on my insta gram. When you get there, just look up my user name from here but for the number use "13". And, if you figure out a way of decoupaging lamp shades without bleed through, please create a video. Thank you.

[@malgozata1875]

@@craftingwithgretchen One day you will have the courage to do it. Remember, you can always find a cheap lampshade in a thrift store or a garage sale and just go for it. I bet it will be awesome!

[@suessewnsew4421]

What a doll you are!! I loved your video & I'm hooked!!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thank you so much 🤗, so kind of you.

[@GayleRosenblatt]

Very pretty you havre some really good ideas

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thank you! 😊

[@andreasears2577]

Great tutorial thank you. I have done a wee bit of decoupaging but always good to learn new techniques. The pumpkins look lovely (NZ).

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Agreed, I watch others and pick up little things and then just add in little tricks I have tried that have worked.

[@pamharkins4601]

Very nice, more detail and tips that are very good! Thanks❤

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much ❤️

[@Just-Melanie]

Love this video - great tips, takes time to do things correctly, fun & so creative! You are so talented & just a nice lady! ❣️💪🥳

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much for the kind words 😊

[@hockeycop2000]

They’re gorgeous thank you for the inspiration of the pumpkins

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are most welcome 😊

[@Caldwellkenanita]

Very helpful. The camera angle at the end was the best, stick with that all the way thru.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks for the feedback so sorry, I’ve only done two videos so not an expert. Will keep that in mind for sure if I do another video. I didn’t want just a shot of my breasts 😳 and I don’t love the ones that only show hands, I like to feel like I’m talking to someone. But of course, I want a tutorial to be helpful, so I’ll fix that. I’m hoping it was still clear enough by explanation what I was doing.

[@stj971]

​@@craftingwithgretchen You did great, thank you!

[@linlax790]

Such a great assortment of beautiful patterned pumpkins. I feel inspired - fingers crossed I will have luck with trying some of these. TY for posting!😊

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Good luck. Have fun! At some point with almost every project I think, "oh my gosh, I'm going to throw this away". So I always recommend sticking with them until the end, sometimes they surprise you! (Also, you depending where you display you can hide the parts you like the least 🤣)

[@gracemaxwell6157]

Great project. You did well! Looks great. Thank you for sharing this project ❤

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are most welcome, thanks for the kind words!

[@sosoutherncustomequestrian4598]

What a great tutorial. Thank you!

[@tiffanycalaway5194]

This is so beautifully done! I love that you're a perfectionist! The video itself was absolutely fine. I'm sorry you received such unkind comments. You do what they should have done.... keep on scrolling past the negativity!!! Love your work!!! New subscriber!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the support. 😊

[@gwenolds6740]

Thank you so much for this! I chose napkins with scenes so I wasn't thinking how difficult it would be on these pumpkins. I think I'll use those for something else. This was an excellent tutorial for napkins with patterns on pumpkins. Yours are gorgeous! Great tutorial! Definitely keep the camera angle down on your project, as someone else mentioned.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I just did an egg tutorial that shows how I work with scenes that might be helpful.

[@charmgirl13]

I’m brand new to decoupage and love your videos so much!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Yay! Thank you! I really appreciate the kind words!!

[@debbiewalker1360]

Great tutorial Gretchen, I’ve always admired your work and this is no different!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

So kind of you to say, Thanks so much! 😊

[@lanirw34]

Thank you so much for sharing your expertise!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

My pleasure!

[@carolyncastro6332]

I think you did a great job showing us how to do this fun craft. People complaing about your camera angle should make a video themselves, then tell everybody how it should be this way, or that way ! I loved your video, and you inspired me to try. Keep smiling, and continue to be kind.

[@picturedetroit]

I agree, I find it annoying when all I see are hands, I myself am guilty of not wanting to be “on camera”, so I get it but it’s nice to see the person trying to connect with us while showing and emphasizing that this is the way “she” does the craft. To Gretchen, keep up the great work ~ I loved this video and am now going to subscribe and check out others you’ve done!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Can't thank you enough for this kind comment. I'm sometimes taken aback by how unkind people can be! Since this video I do focus on the project with a camera mount, we're all learning!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I found it so difficult to watch all the hyper speed hand videos with very little instruction, It totally stressed me out 🤣. I know my style isn't for everyone but hopefully those who like learning all the little details find them helpful. I truly appreciate the kind words of support.

[@vickijackson9115]

Just watched the video. Your explanation is priceless. Thank you for sharing everything and your wonderful personality. ☺️

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Well this was a lovely little comment to read ☺️

[@vickijackson9115]

@@craftingwithgretchen watching your Wine Bottle tutorial. So pretty. I have a question. Do you only do a select few videos? Really enjoying how you present your projects. I just had a get together with my family and we did pumpkins with paper florals. I wish I had watched your video before. 🥴

[@diannleich6009]

I thought the view and directions were fantastic. First time on your channel and I subscribed so glad I found you! 😊

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Welcome aboard! And thanks for the kind words of encouragement 😉

[@karenguy6767]

Fantastic tutorial with so many great tips! Would you consider doing another video with the blue napkins so we can see how you work with a different pattern? Thank you!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I will do that for sure, as many have asked.

[@susananthony2366]

Just found your channel Gretchen. I really enjoyed your style and sharing the details of your experience. When will you put out more videos?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Soon, have a couple projects I'm working on. I'm also going to do some basic decoupage shorter sections.

[@Florbelarocha]

Fantastic! Congrats ❤

[@21ehnmoG]

Great tutorial - informative and low-stress! But how do you use your scissors effectively with both hands? Great job

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Ha! I’m left handed so probably just learned out of necessity. My dad was ambidextrous so I guess I have a little of that, I have never even thought about it 😊

[@danine56]

What a shame the camera is on you hardly showing what you are doing ,great explanation on how to but can't see what your doing

[@craftingwithgretchen]

So sorry, hope you didn't waste too much time if it wasn't helpful. I'm not a professional, just a woman who wanted to share a craft. Since that time I purchased a camera mount as I know it's helpful.

[@s1nead]

Thank you so much for this tutorial!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are so welcome!

[@juanitarogowski1629]

I’m inspired! Had to subscribe. Thank you for sharing 💕

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Awesome! Thank you! 😊

[@IrishRnr56]

Beautiful work, well done!!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much 😊

[@susandestefano1820]

Thanks so much! Was waiting in our group to see when you posted this….would you do a shell one next please! Your a natural!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I actually have a shell one 😂 ask and you shall receive. It’s on the same KZbin page.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Shell Trinket Dish Tutorial SD 480p kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKO8iJSwo7yeY9k

[@blancafuentes9009]

Hello 👋 and thank you for sharing your beautiful way of decoupaging a pumpkin I love it ❤ my question is can I use a white ceramic pumpkin todo this technique on?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are welcome! You absolutely can, you just have to be careful if it has a gloss finish you won't need much varnish because it will sit on the surface. Hope that helps.

[@blancafuentes9009]

@@craftingwithgretchen I buy ceramic bisque unfinished never been painted on so it will be fine.

[@shelly1538]

Wish you would show what you are doing with the camera instead of you. Appreciate a tutorial, but the view isn't great.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Yes, sorry about that. I am not a professional and this was only my second video. I've since learned and been able to purchase a camera mount, my later videos (egg and bottle) show the project better. Hope you didn't waste too much time on it.

[@charlotte-m5d]

Your work is beautiful, keep it up!

[@dionnesmith4489]

How rude!!!

[@Momastray]

@@dionnesmith4489she was just being honest not rude.

[@BrendaAnderson-i7s]

Very nice thanks

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much! 🙏🏼

[@Jilwith1L]

So pretty. Thanks for sharing.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are most welcome!

[@lindahamm193]

The pumpkin is so gorgeous! May I ask you where you find the beautiful napkins? Have a blessed day.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I buy most of mine online at Caspari.com. I try to find them in small shops locally as well. You can also purchase them on Amazon. I feel like I should issue a warning when I refer people to their site...so many pretty things!

[@pastda3]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I have cut my napkins too.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Whatever works is best I think 😊

[@riostephanie489]

Absolutely beautiful! 🎃

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thank you! 😊

[@effiewarner1108]

Thank you for sharing Beautiful

[@craftingwithgretchen]

You are most welcome ☺️

[@clrrog7520]

You can use tissue paper also. There so many beautiful patterns in napkins and tissue paper.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Absolutely! I also love printing on tissue paper ❤️

[@clrrog7520]

@@craftingwithgretchen where can I find these pumpkins?

[@nancybrown507]

This is so helpful! Thank you so much❤️

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lorraineschloss9703]

I like the way you work I hate to get my hands sticky ❤ 22:37 22:39

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much! The first decoupage pumpkin tutorial I watched she painted the entire pumpkin in mod Podge and it was everywhere 🤣🤣 napkins sticking to her. I thought...well I won't be able to work like that 😉.

[@teri852]

Thank you for this video..i have been doing it all wrong..mine are gloppy with the mod podge..I was using to much..but now i will try the dura clear. Thank u. Your pumpkins look amazing

[@craftingwithgretchen]

So happy I could help! That's exactly what my first shells were like. They were awful it made me crazy!

[@LilDumplins]

This is a great tutorial. One question: do you thin the varnish any or are you using it full strength?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much. No, I use it full strength. 😊

[@Anikanoteven]

This looks like crazy fun! Please do a tutorial on the shell decoupage.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I did 😊 if you look at my page you should be able to see it.

[@Anikanoteven]

@@craftingwithgretchen I did look but obviously I missed it. I’ll check back again.

[@Anikanoteven]

@@craftingwithgretchen Good Grief! There it was and it was a great instructive video. Thank you!!

[@bsfcharlestondaywomen5341]

How do you get rid of any wrinkles once it’s dry? Not sure if I missed that! Love this!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

If you subscribed you can see all videos, I address that in detail in the shell video. Basically I find it is a combination of the correct amount of glue (I now use DuraClear) and using Saran Wrap on my fingers to smooth it a bit. Hope that helps!

[@maryscavone5622]

I have been wanting to get back into decopoging for a while now. I see I have no excuse! Lol zyiu mention several liquids you use like the glue, enamel, chalk paint and schlaic. (Sp) I get the chalk paint, not clear where You use the salicylic Ihave watched your other videos but wasent used again. Would uou please explain. Thank you so much. Please make more videos 🎉🎉

[@stj971]

​@@maryscavone5622shellac

[@marycoffee7366]

Love this! Where do you get your paper napkins? The patterns are gorgeous 👏👏👏

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much! Most of the napkins I use are Caspari. I also print on tissue/napkins as well.

[@kyoungrox]

Hi Gretchen! This is beautiful and I plan on doing some with my daughter this weekend. One question- are you painting the varnish on first and also using it on the Saran Wrap after the napkin is on? I have modpodge so I'm wondering if I should use that for painting on the napkin as well as over top? Does it matter?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Love hearing you will be doing it with your daughter! I use DuraClear as both the glue on the first layer and then the varnish on subsequent layers. You can use Mod Podge, I just find that I have better control and less wrinkles and creases when I use DuraClear, hope that helps. 😊

[@WeatheredWings]

Very nice! You're a perfectionist like me! LOL Have you ever thought of adding mould castings around the top? Like leaves? It's really cool! Your pumpkins are beautiful!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

That's a great idea! I have not but have some clay here so I'll have to try!

[@jimmieloumabe4524]

Where can we find these napkins? Do we have to buy whole package each time we see or is there somewhere else to get Them

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Most of these are Caspari napkins. I do purchase packs but if you search on Etsy I'm sure you can find lots of sellers of individual Caspari napkins.

[@deborahsimonson5844]

Nice job. love the look. Wondering where do you find these napkins I have looked everywhere in our small town.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

If unable to find in smaller shops I find most of mine on Caspari.com. You can also find on Amazon but they are a little more expensive (I buy so many a few dollars more a pack adds up quickly 😊)

[@katjamison]

Really good advice ❤

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks 😊

[@tracygleaves7581]

Great video, thank you :) How much do you sell these pumpkins for?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks for the kind words. When I see I sell the smallest for $24 and the largest for $150 and then ranging between those prices. Hope that helps.

[@Pocketsnuggies]

Gorgeous

[@jbordelon2090]

Do you use mod lodge at all or just the dura gloss

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I should make that more clear, I just just DuraClear now for all layers on most projects 😊

[@bg5662bg]

How do you cut the napkins? Mine are shredding 😢

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Hmm...shredding when you cut them! I also often use a watercolor pen to outline what I want and separate them that way. If you watch the Easter egg tutorial it shows that method. I often keep them with the back layers prior to cutting so they are a little thicker, and use very sharp fabric scissors. High quality napkins make a difference as well. Hope some of that is helpful! I'm sure that is super frustrating!!

[@PK-bh1ww]

How do you determine the width of the strips you want to use?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

It depends on the size of the object, I want it small enough to keep from creasing but want to cover a decent amount of the surface. If using strips I try to find a spot that it will be easy to camouflage the seam. i.e. not right in the middle of the primary image. Hope that makes sense. 😊

[@marciabarnhart2204]

You are wonder!!!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thanks so much 😊

[@deblee3652]

Hi, Where did you get your napkins? Thanks!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

All over, but my favorite brand is Caspari and they can be found in local shops or on Amazon, but I buy most directly from them online at Casparionline.com

[@robinrios4715]

Beautiful

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thank you 😊

[@cathyphegley7848]

Where do you buy the napkins……do you order online?🦋

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I do order online. Caspari is my favorite brand, they have really high quality pigment and love the designs. Also like Michaels Design Works. Lots of brands out there but they are the bulk of my inventory.

[@ebriggs3498]

I want to do a blue one for my sister. Thanks for sharing your “how tos”: ❤️PS: You can decoupage fabric too.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Yes, I do a little with fabric...I need to play with it a bit more! 😊

[@carolteves4026]

Where do you get your napkins

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I find most of mine on Caspari online. I also find them in local shops, when I can.

[@kathywinter424]

extremely helpful

[@Lisalovescrafting]

Delightful project! Thanks for sharing your talent!🤗I just subscribed to your channel, too!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Thank so much 😊

[@ginacrete2660]

Where can you buy the pretty knapkins?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

They are all Caspari.

[@VanessaWestwood]

Also where did you get your pumpkins?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Can find them from Michael's, Amazon and JOANN. Dollar store has smaller ones as well.

[@Karolyn46]

Really enjoy watching but would really like to have names and sources for items used in the projects. Thanks

[@craftingwithgretchen]

If you pull up the description of my champagne bottle tutorial it has links to all products. Most videos have a photo of the products but I have learned as I've gone along. Hope that helps!

[@arleneleventhal9649]

Angle it down to see the pumpkin! 12:15

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Yes, so very sorry. If you have seen my egg or bottle videos you'll see I've addressed that. Hope you didn't waste much time. I'm not a professional or charging for sharing, this was one of my first videos and I hadn't purchased a camera mount. Just something a group had asked me to put together and hadn't ironed out the kinks. So sorry you didn't find it helpful at all.

[@kellycampbell1449]

Thank you! Where do you get your pumpkins?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Michael’s, Hobby Lobby and Joann’s Fabrics.

[@januaryhawkes7873]

At 19:44 the camera angle is perfect

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Sorry it was frustrating, It was only the second video I had done and in my subsequent videos I fixed the problem. I was still working out the kinks! I may do another pumpkin sometime soon with better camera shots.

[@lucyceraldi3143]

Do you paint the pumpkin first ?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Most were cream to start but primed all of those with color.

[@gwenolds6740]

Watching a second time. This is so helpful! How wide did you cut your strips? Do you cut the same size for all pumpkin sizes or determine how wide based on the pumpkin?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Based on pumpkin. For medium or large, if I’m using the guest towel size, I cut it in the three folded strips. If luncheon I cut the square in half so one napkin is four strips. Hope that helps

[@gwenolds6740]

@@craftingwithgretchen yes it does. Thank you so much!

[@emilychavez2100]

Where do you buy the longer napkins??

[@craftingwithgretchen]

They are all Caspari guest towels, easy to find on amazon, Caspari Online, lots of gift shops carry thenm as well. Hope that helps.

[@kerrycoulton5440]

Ty!

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Most welcome

[@maryscavone5622]

What is SOFT EYES ?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Soft eyes just means to not be so overly focused on one aspect that you don't see the contributing factors. Looking at things holistically rather than using laser focus on each individual area or flaw.

[@monasusie]

Great video. It would have been helpful if we could have seen the pumpkin while you filmed it. Only the very top is visible

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Yes, sadly I didn’t realize that until after I made it, and I’m just a novice so wanted to get it posted in hopes it was helpful with some clarity of expiation and pumpkin visible except in certain clips. If I do others I’ll watch that

[@cynthiarussell3115]

We really can't see what you're doing but you explain things well

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Yes sorry about that, it was only my second video and I hadn't gotten a camera mount as I'm not a professional! There was a learning curve for sure.

[@aira3948]

Can I do this on a real pumpkin?

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I don’t know why not 🤷🏻‍♀️ it would have a finite shelf life but the results would be similar.

[@marieshade6291]

Kinda hard to see what your doing

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Yes so sorry, it was made two years ago and I've learned so much. Hope you didn't waste too much of your time.

[@dianefontaine8918]

Couldn’t see much of the work you did on the pumpkin 🎃 too bad I feel it wasn’t videotaped well

[@craftingwithgretchen]

So sorry, I'm not a professional and it was one of my first videos, just doing it to be helpful so sorry it was not. This was done two years ago, subsequent videos have been recorded with a camera mount that I purchased once I decided I'd try to do more videos. Hope you didn't waste your time and found another free tutorial somewhere that was helpful.

[@VanessaWestwood]

It’s really hard to see what you’re doing. It’s nice to have a looksy

[@craftingwithgretchen]

I totally hear you. It was only my second time ever doing a video, I've learned a little and now have equipment to hold my phone in the correct position for recordings. I'll do a new video with a better angle at some point.

[@justpippyj]

I can't see what you are doing 😢

[@craftingwithgretchen]

So sorry, I was just learning but have now gotten a camera mount. I've had so many positive responses I didn't delete the video for those who still found it helpful knowing others can just skip it. My egg tutorial has a perfect view and uses the same methods.

[@justpippyj]

@@craftingwithgretchen oooo thank you, and I will check it out too! The pumpkin tutorial was great ..Just needed a lil tweaking. I should have prefaced with that.

[@simonthorpe2334]

Can't see what your doing my love

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Sorry for the inconvenience. It was only my second video and I was still learning. Subsequent videos I had purchased a camera mount and that changed the prospective. Hope you didn't waste too much time.

[@carlenestinson524]

Camera needs to be adjusted so we can see your pumpkin and how you are applying the napkin.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

So sorry it wasn't helpful for you. This was only my second video, all my subsequent videos I've used a camera mount, not a professional so took some trial and error.

[@JoyceDlugokinski]

Really hard to see what you were doing.

[@craftingwithgretchen]

Yes. So sorry did this two years ago and it was only my second video, I had lots to learn. Will redo but for visual learners that is more important, others care more about the verbal instructions so I didn't just delete it.