I love this gilded pumpkin and gourd project — it’s elegant, simple, and surprisingly easy to do at home. I first noticed similar designs in Country Living and was delighted to learn how accessible the technique is with the right supplies. Recently I discovered Caromal Colours, a brand that makes gilding projects straightforward and fun. When I learned they were behind the Country Living gilded pumpkins, I wanted to share the idea and inspire you to try it.
If you’re thinking about seasonal decorating, gilded pumpkins and gourds are an ideal project. They add a festive, refined touch to entryways, mantel displays, tablescapes, or porches, and they transition beautifully into the holidays.
The process works on pumpkins, gourds, pears, decorative pots, and many other surfaces — so you can experiment with shapes and textures to create unique accents. The results are sophisticated without feeling fussy, and making them is genuinely fun.
These gilded pieces also make lovely gifts or hostess offerings. Beyond seasonal decor, a gilding kit can update picture frames, small furniture details, moldings, or holiday ornaments. With a little creativity, the possibilities are nearly endless.
A FUN VIDEO DEMONSTRATION!
There’s a helpful video demonstration that shows the gilding process step by step and even includes instructions for making a fall garland. Watching the technique in action makes it easy to see how approachable the project is and gives ideas for variations you might try.
A fellow blogger and Caromal Colours distributor, Patty, kindly shared information about these products. She supports other creators and small businesses, which is one of the great benefits of the blogging community — we can encourage and help one another, especially when times are tight.
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Patty generously offered a gilding kit in a past giveaway to inspire fall crafting. Participants were asked to comment about how they’d use the kit if they won. Although the giveaway is now closed, the idea remains: a gilding kit is a great way to try this craft and develop seasonal decor that looks polished and professional.
If you’re interested in Caromal Colours products or becoming a distributor, consider reaching out to a local seller for product information and ordering details. Supporting small businesses and creative entrepreneurs is a positive way to keep this kind of craft accessible and vibrant.
Top images originally featured in Country Living.