Join Our Fall Pinterest DIY Challenge
Nope, it’s not just the crisp autumn air, falling leaves, or the scent of apple pie and pumpkin spice—even though those are everywhere. There’s something else in the air this season: a creative challenge. We’re inviting you to stop pinning and start doing with a fun, fall-themed Pinterest DIY challenge that’s perfect for crafters, makers, and anyone who loves DIY home projects.
Ready to play along? Pin some inspiration, take it as your starting point, and put your own spin on it.
That awkward collection of old Halloween photos? It’s proof enough: we’re long past the era of just collecting inspiration. It’s time for a new fall Pinterest Challenge, a concept dreamed up to nudge people from idea-collecting to action. Think of it as a friendly, seasonal push to turn pins into projects—whether it’s home décor, sewing, cooking, or any kind of creative DIY.
The Pinterest Challenge concept began when a friend suggested we each make one project each season inspired by items we’d pinned. It’s a helpful reminder to stop saving inspiration and start making it. We’ve had a blast with previous seasonal rounds—everything from light fixtures made from clothespins, to thirty-eight homemade holiday ornaments, to a beanbag pouf for a cozy reading nook, and homemade art. Each round taught us new tricks and encouraged everyone to try something new.
This fall’s project brainstorm happened in bed, late at night, over sleepy coffee. We don’t have every detail decided yet, but we’re leaning toward a large, movable project that’s easy enough for most people to build without fancy tools. It will probably involve chalkboard paint—because nothing says “Pinterest” like a fresh chalkboard finish. We’re aiming for a project that’s substantial (in size), simple in construction, and totally portable so it can move with you from room to room.
Here are a few ideas that inspired our thinking:
- A large chalkboard wall or standing board
- A leaning easel-style chalkboard
- A door-sized chalkboard that fits an entryway
We’re also inviting a couple of friends to join as guest hosts this season—folks who’ve participated in earlier challenges and brought great projects to the table. Their past contributions included everything from stylish door makeovers to gilded art pieces, and we love having them help keep the momentum going.
- Carmel from Our Fifth House, known for a recent swanky door project
- Sarah from Ugly Duckling House, who created gorgeous gilded map art in a past challenge
So consider this your official invite. Grab a pin that excites you, make it your own, and join the weekend of building and creating. We’ll regroup next Tuesday morning to share projects, photos, and how-tos. The goal is a fun, communal share-fest where everyone — beginners and seasoned DIYers alike — can learn from one another, celebrate completed projects, and maybe even discover a new favorite technique.
Want to participate? Here’s how to get started:
- Pick one pinned idea that inspires you.
- Put your spin on it—change materials, colors, or scale to suit your space.
- Build it over the weekend using mostly basic tools and supplies.
- Share your finished project the following Tuesday so everyone can see and learn from what you did.
We’re not sponsored by any platform or company—this is simply a community-driven push to stop pinning and start making. Whether your next project is a kitchen upcycle, a sewing challenge, a new recipe, or even an old-fashioned costume redo, we’d love to see what you create. Ready to trade inspiration for action? We can’t wait to see your DIY fall projects.
Note: this challenge is a grassroots, creative initiative meant to inspire action and hands-on crafting—not a paid promotion. Just a bunch of people eager to make things happen.