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8 DIY Photo Backdrop Ideas

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Before we get into the list that we have compiled for you, here are some generic photo ideas

Natural backdrops: Use natural elements like trees, flowers, or a picturesque landscape as a backdrop for your photos. This can add a sense of depth and beauty to your photos, and can be great for outdoor photography.

Solid colored backdrops: Simple solid colored backgrounds like white, black, or gray can add a clean and modern look to your photos. These backgrounds are also great for highlighting the subject of the photo, and can be used to create high-contrast images.

Textured backdrops: Use textured materials like burlap, wood, or brick to add depth and interest to your photos. These types of backdrops can be great for creating a rustic or vintage look.

Patterned backdrops: Use patterned fabrics or wallpapers as backdrops for your photos. This can add visual interest and can also be used to create a specific theme or mood.

DIY backdrops: Get creative and make your own backdrops using materials you have at home. This can be a fun and budget-friendly way to add a unique touch to your photos.

Studio backdrops: Hire a studio space and use professional backdrops for your photos. This can be a great option for portrait or product photography, and can provide a controlled environment for your photography.

Street backdrops: Use urban landscapes or city streets as backdrops for your photos. This can add a sense of energy and movement to your photos, and can be great for street photography.

Abstract backdrops: Use abstract backgrounds like bokeh, smoke, or water droplets to add a unique and creative touch to your photos. This can be a great way to experiment with different styles and effects.

Overall, there are many different types of backdrops that you can use to add character and interest to your photos. By experimenting with different backdrops, you can find the perfect one to suit your needs, and can create unique and creative photos that stand out.

And on to our list…

lace

1- Lace Photo Backdrop from U Create Crafts

confetti

2- DIY Confetti Photobooth from Studio DIY

canvas

3- DIY Canvas Backdrop from The Farmer’s Nest

ombre

4- DIY Ombre Photo Booth from For The Love Of

flowers

5- Tissue Paper Flowers from Margo Madison

bokeh

6- Bokeh Photography Backdrop from Marvelous Mommy

wrappingpaper

7- Wrapping Paper Backdrop from Momma Say What

distressed

8- Distressed White Wood Backdrop from Kelly Allan Photography

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If you’re ready to move beyond basic, solid orange pumpkins, check out these pumpkin cross stitch patterns that are just a little bit fancier with some kind of pattern on the pumpkin. 

Keep it simple and rustic with this plaid pumpkin form Cross Stitch with Art. You can make the plaid whatever colors you want to match your decor, or keep with the Halloween color palette. It uses three colors and comes out to about 6 inches/15.24 cm square when you stitch it on 14 count fabric. 

Mamaida Pattern has this cute pumpkin with a vine in the negative space. Since that portion isn’t actually stitched (though you could make it green if you like) that makes this pattern pretty easy. It uses just two colors and measures 108 by 110 stitches. That’s about 7.7 by 7.9 inches or 19.6 by 20 cm on 14 count fabric. 

Speaking of negative space, this design by Tinsel Cross Stitch blows out the pumpkin a bit so the ridges are negative space and the colors here too have kind of a vineing effect. This design is 98 by 113 stitches and uses three colors. It measures 7 by a little more than 8 inches, or 17.78 by 20.5 cm on 14 count fabric.

Get even more detailed with the carving effect on this pumpkin cross stitch pattern from Anemone Patterns. This one is 85 by 83 stitches, which comes out to 6.1 by 5.9 inches (15.4 by 15.1 cm).

In a similar vein but a different color, there’s this pretty green pumpkin from Crystal Feather Crafts. Of course you could make it any color you like, but I always like to remind people that even in nature not all pumpkins are orange. This design measures 101 by 93 stitches, which is 7.2 by 6.6 inches/18.3 by 16.9 cm. 

And speaking of color, if you want to stitch a pumpkin with boho vibes, this one from Stitch Craft Creatives is probably the one for you. At 200 stitches square, it comes out to 14.4 inches or 36.3 cm square on 14 count fabric. It uses 14 colors for a very vibrant pumpkin!