Paige Hemmis' DIY Pumpkin Fence Pillars

DIY Expert Paige Hemmis shows how to make terrifying DIY Pumpkin Fence Pillars. Using polystyrene insulation, Paige shows how to create the lightweight pillars. She then shows how to turn the pillars into a spooky pumpkin topped pillar.
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[@barryfureyconsultingtraini8522]

OK, having made these, here's some thoughts. After trying every recommended means of cutting styrofoam, I got the best results using the carbide tipped blade in my table saw. Set the rip fence, and away I went. Left a smooth edge. That being said, there is also some atmosphere gained from these being less than perfect. Before assembly, I insered a bolt protruding through the top tp give me a purchase for setting pumpkins, etc. I can actually lock down anything that I can reach inside of. I also put a 12" x 1/4" threaded rod through both sides as a place to secure the "chains." It's a lot sturdier arrangement than the nail shown in the video. I also drilled a 1 1/4" hole in the base, so that the whole rig slips down over a steel fence post. Finally, for finish, I used an acrylic paint, then dusted the surface with a lighter stone textured spray paint. The base protects the foam from the volatile compounds in the spray and allows for an even finish. Bought my "chains" at Dollar Tree for a lot less than a Halloween store and used a heavy nylon fishing line to further reinforce them. Hopefully this will give anyone attempting this something to think about. The end result is pretty cool. Have fun!!!

[@metropcs4218]

Do you have a picture?

[@jrnotx8742]

Nice! I actually just finished putting all my stuff up. I too tried all cutting methods. HA My dremmel was the cleanest cut for me b/c I don't have table saw. And I actually just screwed in the plastic chain to attach. Looks great!

[@janicebradford9780]

This was neat how you made these. I’m thinking I can make my own fence. Thanks for sharing. I’m realizing there’s so much I don’t know and still need to learn. All I need to do to get them distressed is tell the kids in my family, don’t mess with the posts or touch them and they’d be perfect by the time I returned home.

[@AmySmith-lk2cr]

Made this for our Halloween cemetery in our yard, it was way more than $25 when you have to get all the supplies, but the effect is awesome! They weren't too hard to construct.

[@metropcs4218]

Can you please send a pic of your work? I'm trying to do this for our first Halloween party

[@torri8117]

Im making mine now and this is much more than $25 but still way cheaper than actually buying something similar

[@jrnotx8742]

Agreed. Just bought a foam board yesterday. $38

[@adamk.2394]

How did you cut thr foam?

[@jrnotx8742]

Adam Kirschenmann best method I found was to use a small dremmel saw, then hit to break it. Was the best way to keep a straight line. You could use a table saw or circular saw as well

[@rebeccacronis2382]

The instructions do not provide the simple dimensions required for this build. I used random pieces I already had on hand and really needed the actual dimensions. From the look of the layout on the sheet at 1:18 of the video you can see how it is cut from an entire foam sheet. For a set of 4 pillars: It looks like 2" foam in a 4' x 8' sheet The top and bottom squares are 12" x 12" (you'll need 8) The sides of the pillar are each 6" x 3' (you'll need 16)

[@cindyball7408]

Inspired Creations thank you! I was looking at the link and nowhere does it say how to cut the foam! It was driving me crazy!

[@emperorjames794]

It is aggravating that they don't provide dimensions.

[@FordFalcon1962nBlue]

somewhat true however if you figure that the top/bottom piece is 12 inches and you see that there are 2 pieces of side to each one that would mean the long side pieces are 6 inches each, when you box them together it ends up making it 8 inches per side when all completed

[@bigsad4767]

Thank you!

[@cynthiadawnloreth553]

Seriously ... Wicked Awesome !!! Love How Easy You Make This DIY Look. Thank You Sooooo Much For This Halloween Tutorial Darling MUAH

[@philrabe910]

Wow, she would flip out if I showed her how to put acetone in a spray bottle and REALLY distress that foam.

[@retrobytescorner7989]

First and last video I watch on the hallmark youtube channel thanks.

[@kimmie6872]

My son did this and it turned out AWESOME. Wish I could post the pics/video

[@Ameliemichelle]

“These are party chains” well, for a very specific type of party 😏

[@hopelove3746]

I made two pillars but my dimensions are different because I wanted mine taller and wider. I purchased the foam at Home Depo for $37. Used 3 inch screws and gorilla glue. After painting the pillars with simple house paint I had left over. I used tent stakes to hold down my pillars. I bought my chain from dollar store. I also screwed in battery powered lanterns/hooks to the front to make it look like it had lights. Very easy project and under $80. People sell these pillars using the same foam on Etsy for over $200-$300. Works great in the rain too. Just dry them off after.

[@shawdowsanddust5301]

Never heard of a soldering iron? Seriously guy?

[@albusdougldore7159]

Yeah. Srizly.

[@brotherbonesx3163]

It is actually more than 25 bucks. An 8x4 2" runs $32.00 at Home Depot, Plus the paint is 12 bucks if you go with exterior sample size (4), the solder gun is $20.00. , Gorilla Glue is $17.00 (I went with Power Grab construction caulking adhesive and saved money and it works better with the board 8-9 bucks), Caulking gun 20.00 bucks. So roughly 80-100 dollars if you have absolutely none of the stuff. I am not sure where she is getting the 25.00 dollars from. I will also say it takes time to measure out all the boards. I measured then used a Chalk line to get it done quicker but doing that and cutting the board (use a cordless saw, much quicker) took me about an 1 hour on 1 board of just measuring and cutting. I will work on the gluing tomorrow. Don't forget to wear a mask if you do use a saw, you don't want to breathe all those little particles in. If you have a deep razor blade, that might work too but your cuts are harder to keep straight.

[@thesimpsons2010]

BrotherBones yeah + the chain candle moss and pumpkins if you want it to look like hers

[@Vampkiki]

And screws, cutting tools, and safety masks/gloves/eyegear. They don't mention the toxic fumes from melting the foam (just the well ventilated disclaimer but you still NEED the mask as that crap collects in your lungs).

[@ilovebeinagirl]

They seem to always grossly underestimate the cost of these projects, though if you use a 50% off coupon you could get a soldering gun for $10-15 at Michaels.

[@yougerard1976]

@@ilovebeinagirl you can get a cheap caulk gun at Lowe's for like 4 bucks. I have probably 10 of those things lol their so cheap, I just buy a new one instead of searching for the ones I have.

[@andrewandstacieweller1927]

“I’ve never even heard of a soldering iron” ??? They are on sale right now, near the “blinker fluid” and “elbow grease” in the electronics and toilet paper isle...

[@candysubstance1633]

Blinker fluid

[@trentherbert8879]

Yeah but a soldering iron is something real. Sad Sad Sad Day...... some one needs to cut a corner off of his man card. Ohhhh FYI the soldering iron is going to be about 400deg.... soooo yeah kind of hot!!!!

[@josephelwell2591]

Whichever guy on this video said that they'd never heard of a soldering iron, please turn in your man card! Today!

[@thebearsden5522]

My exact thought!

[@JM-ry3iq]

Yes I am hear to turn in my man card

[@jomrchalcott7451]

Haha

[@connex3341]

R/gatekeeping

[@patriciareyes2598]

😂😂😂😂

[@pumpkinheadghoul]

I swear I'm losing IQ points just listening to the other three people on here.

[@gloomtombs147]

They really are all just so stupid LOL

[@anabella2657]

Funniest comment I heard all day lol

[@HomesteadHeart1]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@williamkaczmarek3996]

"I've never heard of a soldering iron," what a putz!

[@jdold7]

This makes sense now. This is what my wife watches while I’m at work. But I still love her.

[@jimtownsend7899]

You can get a Hot Knife from Harbor Freight that will do the work of the soldering iron, the flat iron (for the texture), and you can even cut and distress the edges with it. $19.99. I used them for set design for school plays & dances. Made more than a few "stone" walls and arches with it. Well worth the 20 bucks.

[@BobbieXxoo]

Thanks for the tip!

[@MrKrazyKreationz]

I don't know where you guys are shopping but there is no way your breaking the bank with this one. Find damaged panels at your supply store and they are usually half price and still they can be talked down on price. Go to your local rehab store ours is called the Restore. Brushes, paint and all kinds of other stuff at really cheap prices. Make your own pumpkins out of recycled materials. Super Easy! You would also be amazed what people have laying around that you can get for free. Craigslist is a good source for this one. Good Luck and Happy Holidays.

[@tadeodavila508]

How did they cut the foam tho?

[@iheartjorge1]

how thick is the foam?

[@AjI2009]

wow, so much for being heat and fire proof!!!!

[@brandycox9351]

What was even the point of the other people?

[@Vampkiki]

The realities of why it costs 10k for the government to replace a toilet seat....they stand and watch, only to marvel in "common sense" knowledge they have never heard of before

[@LoveOfArt87]

Lmao for impact! They were all so impressed it was like showing a kid a magic trick 😂

[@joeduece1]

Oooo looking real spooky.

[@lisettemarie6825]

Is this good for all weather or could I even use a sealant on this type of foam?

[@tilhiaflorence9757]

Same thing I’m wondering. I believe a sealer to protect from the rain .

[@TikiTiffany]

this is awesome!!

[@diegovilla5416]

"what do you have?" "a knife!" "no!!"

[@Demon666x3]

Santina? is that you?

[@PhoebesWorldProductions]

Very cool! 🎃👍🏻

[@johngudmundson5020]

Got my 4x8 x2 foam at Lowes today for 14$ a sheet

[@bruceneseal1163]

$29.00 lowes August 2020

[@jrnotx8742]

Damn. $38 at Home Depot yesterday 8/18/20

[@mrsverduzco]

$22 ea at home depot

[@jrnotx8742]

I'm now learning that foam is priced differently based on where you live. LOL I guess I win with the highest b/c we keep having hurricanes and they sell the crap out of it. Still at $38 a sheet

[@tavoboyd2780]

So a couple questions that maybe someone may answer for me.1. What thickness of the polystyrene do I need? 2. What dimensions do I cut the sides, base, and top of pillars?

[@gobhock3454]

I use 2"

[@annamerrill888]

I believe she said 6in pieces for the sides and 12in for the top and bottom

[@terrymyers699]

Is that Captain Awsome?

[@bigsad4767]

My only thing with this is that they are like 3ft tall....I recommend using 5’x8’ piece rather than 4’x8 just so they don’t look pathetic and only go up to your hip

[@Erik-pr2rf]

the guy in the dark shirt plays Captain Awesome (his character's nickname ) on tv show CHUCK

[@johnsingleton2392]

Captain awesome!!!

[@branchcore]

That's captain awesome from Chuck!!!

[@ROBATORE]

This comes out great to make yourself. I've just made a set of 4 with my sister and the foam board at home depot is $20 everything else is expensive be prepared to spend $150 on this project. Gotta buy, Black and gray paint, paint brushes is you dont have them, pumpkins, chains, moss, nails, glue, tools. etc. Definitely not a $25 project. Is definitely tho a great decoration if you bought at a store would be about $200.

[@monsterflick]

how big are the sides to cut?

[@ROBATORE]

6 inches to cut.

[@thebearsden5522]

The tools are pricey but a great one time investment that will come in handy for so many more projects

[@monsterflick]

ROBATORE thank you

[@valeriehoffstaetter8239]

If you think outside the box. Lowes in my home town. The sheet of fome is 9.98, moss one dollar, paint Walmart spray paint each 98 cent, nail 3.00$ the pumpkin really go to a thrift store got mine for 99 cent, the hot iron I call it. Use a glue gun and just use the tip of it. Really don't cost that much

[@richardrage3824]

Where can I purchase the pumkin that big? A foam pumpkin not a real one

[@FordFalcon1962nBlue]

check thrift stores foam pumpkins haven't been made/sold at most stores since the early to mid 2000's

[@michaelcamehome3647]

FordFalcon1962nBlue not true funkins are in most stores and you can pick them up cheap at Michael’s. They are using funkins in this video.

[@WhirlOmar]

They didn’t even show the painting technique she used because they were too busy yapping and trying to be funny. This is done with too much of the highly annoying daytime television style. They need to learn from the DIY craft KZbinrs.

[@stoney268]

yeah because Im also wondering with that acrylic paint, what if its raining? The paint is waterbased.... so wont that disolve? And other paints wil 'burn" the foam...

[@rosetealatte9282]

@@stoney268 you could paint it with acrylic and then spray it with a matt topcoat of clear polyeurathane or clear sealant

[@ericamacnab6505]

A sheet is easily $48+ in Canada 😩 she should warn about fumes too 😣

[@AStri-zg5xc]

Erica, this pink Styrofoam is high density for insulation. I used it on my house. But you might be able to use white Styrofoam sheets. Very cheap....something like $12 for 4 large sheets at home depot

[@cutmeoff5737]

WHERE IS PAC? WHEREEEEE

[@bfluker85]

"I've never even heard of a soldering iron"... "Is this acrylic paint or 'regular' paint?".... Where did they find these people?

[@bigsad4767]

I lost brain cells like...”can I use a scooper? Like ah..uh... Mellon baller”

[@RYU583]

@@bigsad4767 for real. Its like how can we make this 10x more difficult and time consuming while giving worse results in the process. And let's not forget the amazing time you will have cleaning up foam shavings when you're done 3 hours later Brilliant idea

[@RYU583]

Love how the woman yells out "PUMPKIN" as if she just solved a Wheel Of Fortune puzzle or something Meanwhile is a Jack O Lantern 😂

[@MeatChip]

"Is it acrylic paint or regular paint"

[@trentherbert8879]

Unleaded Paint

[@crazylazyadhd4692]

Oil or water based acrylic paint she said would be suitable

[@MeatChip]

@@crazylazyadhd4692 I wasnt actually wondering I was making fun of the boomer.

[@crazylazyadhd4692]

Meat Chip 🙄 typical of me to miss the joke 😬🤷🏻‍♀️

[@janedoe805]

I’m all for safety, but why did she need gloves to use a screw in a 3” Drywall Screw?

[@princezzpuffypants6287]

For not getting sued when some jerk claims they got hurt trying to mimick her. America is ridiculously litigious. Companies spend more time trying to cover their butts than they spend producing content. Ugh.

[@Demon666x3]

She must've been watching Fire Marshall Bill's work again.

[@Demon666x3]

Nothing is said about the hight of these pillers, we just go off the teleprompter it seems.

[@dragon_warri]

she describes all of the dimensions in the video and shows a pic of the board with all the markings. if the top/bottom are 12inches by 12 inches, then that means there's 3 feet left for the length of each shown at 1:16 of the video. You can also see that there are two length pieces per top/bottom, which means 12 inches divided by 2 equals 6 inches in width per pillar and 3 ft per length as mentioned in my previous sentence.

[@CANIGETFORNOREASON]

"Scooper Thang"

[@Manlynsha]

doing his tonight brilliant

[@suggestivenoise]

That grown man just said he'd never heard of a soldering iron ....

[@redgreen09]

well me like idear of it but the host YASH YES thay sound so dim hall mark a side just plain dim

[@mr.mickles]

Can't get this foam in California. 😤

[@Mamamiaia-2015]

Lowe’s has it in green (so-cal resident)

[@mr.mickles]

Sarah Moore that’s something at least. Central and Northern you cant

[@jasonmiller9738]

I live in Northern California and buy this foam all the time

[@crazylazyadhd4692]

Mr. Mickles I can’t get it in the UK either 🙄

[@jazw4649]

Who has never heard of a soldering iron?

[@halloweenheathen4394]

How has someone never heard of a fucking soldering iron?

[@ghostcityshelton9378]

Do not use a real candle on top of your pillars!! Would be very dangerous!! Spray your 'Stone Pillar' with glue all over, put sprinkle with sand, gently pat down, shake off excess for a textured stone feel over light gray & darker gray paint. Could use false bricks sheets, cut to measure and use a couple very cheap cans of hair spray to help water proof better.

[@ElseAyala]

ok those tent stakes don't work in your yard, you need rebar. Any haunter knows this.

[@harleydude-xo8pu]

They are showing you how to make a pillar that resists covid19.

[@melifsarothwell6104]

Is sad to see that guys are getting a lil dumb unless it was a joke but on the other hand it’s just making us ladies smarter anyways I went to home depot to get mine it was $23.00 a sheet just because it was cut in half I got it for 70% off then another one was cut a lil and it was 70% off so I got two for less then the price of one and it is super easy to cut I use a knife cut just straight down the top and put it on the edge of the table and snap it is easy to work with I’m using mine for Halloween and then Christmas. And I used my low heat glue gun and it work it won’t melt it and screws to hold it down.

[@jaybo2099]

I really wish they would let the prop masters who design these things do the actual presentation. It's obvious these people have no clue what they are doing.

[@Rov8181]

Wow wow facemasks? You may wanna save them for 2020

[@whoknowes1]

"Never heard of a soldering iron" thats something NO man should say.... wow... sad.

[@shellbacksclub]

"I've neva even heard of a soldering Iron!" uggh! I hated this!

[@Darktoast20]

The guy in the white is clueless

[@shellbacksclub]

ur no HOLLYWOOD HAUNTERS!

[@cardboardboxification]

" never heard of a soldering iron " they exist.... They become politicians

[@michaelo1492]

hill billy spot on from soldering irons to assault weapons. They make laws about things they have absolutely no knowledge of.

[@rodney73991]

this chick make think make own funkines . use hot stick carve punkin face or put punkin designs on foam transfer it over.

[@reverendfawkes6138]

@2:22 - "I never even heard of a soldering iron." Me: *pause video and turn to wife* Did I seriously just hear a grown-a██ man admit that he's never heard of a f██████ soldering iron?! Wife: Remember... these are Hollywood people. They don't do s███ for themselves.

[@bobbywalsh7767]

Tupac? Copter?

[@shellbacksclub]

Gorilla Glue... "not a sponsor!"😕

[@TheIz93]

Guys, literally just mute the video and watch. None of yall have common sense to be able to just watch without having to listen and worrying about losing IQ points? Sheesh.

[@ilovebeinagirl]

Maybe they didn't mute because they wanted to know how to properly do the project? Just a thought....

[@candysubstance1633]

Omg so skinny arms

[@shellbacksclub]

why is it pink? uggh!

[@sordidloam]

a few facepalm moments.

[@seangentry7829]

She is marriage material!

[@jeannoldlouizard339]

Beulahand Bald fjd

[@caseyturner8773]

Lull. Suburban life ain't what it seems.