Halloween will be here before we know it so I’m sharing how to make a DIY scarecrow for fall decorating. Before making the scarecrow, I took the time to decide the look I was trying to achieve.
I immediately knew I wasn’t looking to make an easy scarecrow for fall looking as though it should be in a flower garden. I also didn’t need one scaring the crows from eating crops.
DIY Fall Scarecrow Begins with Adding Lace to the Overalls
Step 1: Adding Lace Pieces to the Jeans
So, what am I looking for as my design for my simple DIY scarecrow? For example, after thinking about the look I decided to purchase inexpensive overalls.
Afterward, I began adding lace to them. Making the lace become an accent on the overalls on how to make a DIY scarecrow for fall decorating is perfect for our home.
In fact, adding lace to this quick scarecrow makes it well suited for our French Country home. Besides, who will not enjoy seeing an elegant scarecrow on the front porch?
Incidentally, this shares our porch from last fall, take a look.
Step 2: Gather Supplies Needed for this Project
First, I gathered my overalls, wide and medium lace ribbon and glue gun needed for my easy do it yourself scarecrow. In the meantime, while my glue is heating, I began to get the size of my first ribbon.
Items Needed:
- scrap wood
- child size overalls – 5T is used for this project
- T-shirt or shirt of your choice
- lace ribbon
- Mod Podge
- hot glue gun & glue sticks
- flowers for pockets and overalls – optional
Adding Lace to the Overalls
Step 3: Add the Lace to the Pants
Here, I began with the bottom of the legs for how to make a scarecrow for fall. Because these overalls came with the legs rolled up, I decided to leave them this way or my scarecrow. I like the contrast with the denim and lace.
After snipping my ribbon for my craft project, I added a thin line of hot glue. Since I am working with lace, I made sure I had a glove on my hand not to get burned.
Because this easy scarecrow craft will be outdoors, using a sponge brush, I added a layer of outdoor Mod Podge for protection from the elements. Let this dry. It takes a few hours to dry well.
In addition to ribbon on the bottom legs. I also added a piece of wider ribbon to resemble a patch. I also add ribbon to the edge of the side pockets for this craft idea. This step was easy and fast to achieve.
Finding A Shirt to Add Under the Overalls for My Autumn Outdoor Project
Step 4: Getting My Shirt Ready for this Project Idea
After adding the lace to the overalls, I began looking for a shirt. By the way, for the top of this simple DIY scarecrow I am using a long-sleeved T-shirt that is too big on me. Because the T-Shirt is plain, I added wider lace to the ends of the sleeves. For the most part, this ties in with the overalls. As a rule, every woman likes to be styled and to coordinate. So, my simple scarecrow wanted the same, to coordinate.
Getting the Wood Measured for My Craft Project
Step 5: Measuring the Wood
Now it’s time to construct the base of my easy craft idea. Incidentally, my husband John, is the construction man in my life.
I immediately knew I was not going to stuff this scarecrow with straw or hay. That’s the norm I know, however, I didn’t want that for my DIY project idea.
So then, using some scrap wood left from another project we put the pieces together. First, we measured the length and width of the overalls. Next, we measured the width of the shirt as well for my simple idea.
Getting the Wood Cut for the Skeleton of the Body
Step 6: Cutting the Skeleton for the Body
Here we made the crossbar for the sleeves on the shirt. After this step, we attached the neck. Next, the wood was assembled for the legs of the skeleton. Cut the skeleton legs at a slight angle at 6 degrees so they lay flat base to stand.
Styling The Scarecrow for the Fall Season
Step 7: Styling my Project Idea for Autumn
Now I began styling my scarecrow for fall. Here I dressed her in the the shirt. Next, I added the overalls over the body.
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Lastly, add baby’s breath to the pocket as well as the bib. I also cut a piece of lace for the bib as an accent as well. Adding pumpkins and dried orange slices adds rustic and natural fall touches.
I hope you enjoyed this DIY scarecrow for fall decorating. Do you decorate with scarecrows in your yard or home?
PIN THIS FOR INSPIRATION TO MAKE THIS SIMPLE PROJECT
DIY Scarecrow For Fall
Equipment
- wood scraps, saw, Mod Podge, sponge brush, screw driver, drill, screws
Notes
- Childs size 5T overalls
- old long sleeve T-Shirt
- straw hat
- lace ribbon or other fabric for patches – optional
Yes! Non-spooky Halloween decorations! Your scarecrow is so pretty, even the small kids will love visiting your house this Halloween! Love it!
Love it Cindy. It if very much like my little scarecrow. I think the sweet kind scarecrow is the best. This is amazing love it.
Thank you so much. I mentioned last year I was going to make one
Your scarecrow is so cute, Cindy. I love how you added the lace. Makes her look not so scary.
Your friendly scarecrow is too pretty to put away after fall.
Happy Fall,
Kippi
Ps. Pinned
So darling and creative. The perfect Fall decoration for any home! I really like the lacy and feminine touches. The frame is so sturdy and ideal for the windy area I live in. Thanks, Cindy!
Such an adorable scarecrow! Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely, adorable scarecrow and I love the lace on the overalls touch! xo
Your scarecrow is so cute, Cindy! It kind of looks like he ate too many orange slices and threw up.
LOL, pushing the oranges for all it is worth.
I want to wear those cute overalls! Great ideas for fall, thanks for sharing.
Thank you
That trim is just darling! What a sweet {I’m almost hesitant to use the word scare…} scarecrow!! So welcoming and creative. Off to pin your little friend so when I’m finally ready to embrace fall, I have an idea at the ready.
Thanks so much! I pinned your haul yesterday.
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Very cute though I think my youngest granddaughter would want the overalls for herself
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Your scarecrow is absolutely the CUTEST, Cindy! I love the lace you added to the overalls, and totally genius to create the structure instead of having to do all that stuffing.
Thanks so much Christine
Really cute, Cindy and I love the lace touches! I want to dress Rosie (my dress form) as a scarecrow this year but all this packing, moving, and unpacking has cut into my ‘shopping for overalls’ time!
Such a cute scarecrow, Cindy! I love how you made it your own with the lace embellishments. What a fun way to welcome trick or treaters this year! Pinned!
I love cute scare crows!
This is such a great idea, CIndy! I love the embelishments you’ve added to the overalls and the form you created too. It’s totally fantastic and I know will be a huge hit in your neighborhood. Loving and pinning, CoCo
This came out great!
This is so charming. My son would get out of this 🙂
Thank you so much!
You’re welcome!
What a nice idea, everyone likes a scarecrow! Especially kids on Halloween!
Thank you!
This is so stinkin’ cute and I really hope to make one this year. We are featuring it at Farmhouse Friday this week! Thank you for linking up. Pinned!
Thank you so much!
So much fun on this post!!! I would love to do this with my grandchildren next year!!!!! Thanks for sharing the tutorial:)
Thanks for the visit!
Adorable, Cindy!
Thanks Amy
Cindy I love the sweet touches of lace and sharp blues of your scarecrow, and will be featuring it at the next FWF link party!