Block Pumpkin Plan

2x4 Block Pumpkin, Free Plan

One 8-ft 2x4, six cuts and a real branch for the stem. This chunky barrel-shaped pumpkin is a quick beginner build: about an hour in the shop plus paint drying time. It finishes about 9" wide, 9" tall and 3½" deep, and it'll sit on the porch step, mantel or table till the first snow.

Paint it plain orange, or give him a face. It's a fun family project, so let everyone decorate their own any way they want.

Your free 2-page PDF includes:

• A cut list for all six pieces, measured on the long edge
• A cut layout showing how to get everything from one stud
• A labelled front-view diagram
• 10 plain steps, from setting the saw to decorating
• Shop tips for staining pine and making a family of sizes

You'll need a saw that tilts to 22½°, a drill with a bit sized to your branch, about ten 2½" screws, wood glue, orange paint or stain, and a dry branch.

Free plan for personal use. The PDF downloads right after checkout.

Ready for the next build? The Kindling Crib plan is in the shop too.

Free 2x4 block pumpkin woodworking plan. One stud, six cuts, about an hour. A beginner fall build for the porch. Instant PDF download.