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Etsy says it has seen an 18% increase in searches for personalized or custom pumpkin items in the last three months compared to the same time last year.

1. You can use real or fake pumpkins for this creative DIY. Simply glue pom poms to the pumpkin in a design or all over for a fun fuzzy effect.

2. Place on your table, porch and around the house for Halloween fun.

Happy Halloween!

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