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And just like that, I think it’s safe to say that Fall is finally upon us here in North Carolina. The weather is perfect – mild/warm days and cool mornings and nights. I’ve had many many [decaf] lattes, I’m wearing my ankle boots and chunky scarves and life is really good.
Today, I’m sharing a simple project that is really more of an updated project, but one that I am really pleased with – a simple DIY fall wreath that you can easily put together in an afternoon with the right supplies.
Truth be told, I originally made this wreath way back in 2011 when Hubs and I were engaged.
I still liked the leaves, but the bow was moving on past its time. Here is what the original wreath looked like when I started. See? It’s not terrible. But it’s not great either.
My sister recently stopped by and we did some work to her Fall wreath, which had me feeling totally inspired to spruce up my own. When I found an old bunch of Fall colored flowers in our craft cabinet, I knew I’d found the right supplies. I whipped out the glue gun and got right to work during nap time. I cannot reiterate enough how simple this project is.
I’ll walk you step by step the whole way – from the very beginning (which I don’t have photos of because that was so long ago…)
Easy DIY Fall Wreath
First things first. You’ve got to get the right supplies. Good news, you are almost guaranteed to be able to find everything you need at your local craft store. And if you don’t find it there, there’s Amazon for that.
Supplies
- 1 grapevine wreath
- any size will do depending on your space
- Strand of leaf garland
- Fall colored flowers
- I think the craft stores technically call these “bushes”, but they look more like bouquets to me
- Hot glue gun
- Scissors (or pliers) to cut the garland into pieces
- Burlap
- Either burlap as-is if you want to make your bow, or you can buy a pre-made bow. Either will do. I bought mine from Hobby Lobby.
Directions
- Cut the leaf garland into smaller bunches, making sure to leave some of the “stem”. You’ll want to save this part for Step 2. I recommend leaving at least 3 or so leaves to a bunch. Do not cut into individual leaves.
- Using the “stems”, arrange the bunches of leaves around the wreath as desired, tucking the stems into the grapevine. This will give you something to glue to the wreath without gluing your leaves down flat.
- Use hot glue to secure leaves in place.
- While the glue is drying, pull flower off of the stems. Most of the time, these will come right off, but you might need to cut them.
- Once the leaves have dried, arrange the flowers on the wreath to your preference.
- Going one at a time, put hot glue on the bottom of each flower and press it to the wreath.
- Hold each flower for 15-25 seconds on the wreath to make sure the hot glue has time to set.
- Add your bow & enjoy!
I am really happy with how this turned out and I’m excited to use it for years to come to welcome friends and family to our home in the fall! I think the brighter orange and red really make it pop and I really like how the burlap bow looks with it.
Now, I want to know. Are you a wreath person? Do you prefer more traditional or quirky wreaths? Tell me in the comments below!
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So pretty and effective #RealCraftyLinkParty
Thank you!! It was fun to update it!
Amazing post. I definitely need to make one for my door!
You totally should if you are looking for a new wreath! It was really simple and I love how it turned out!
Finally! A DIY I can do haha. I love all things fall & home decor. This is totally happening.
It’s so simple! You should give it a try!
Great job! The wreath looks really beautiful and also easy to be done.
Thanks! It was really fun and simple to put together!
A very cute update of your wreath. I am a big fan of creating wreaths myself and never tire of seeing other people’s ideas, especially when it comes to recreating previous pieces. It’s very helpful when trying to re-imagine some of my wreaths currently hanging in my basement 😉 Thanks so much for the inspiration 🙂
I’m glad you liked it! I certainly like the updates!
I love your update of this wreath! It looks amazing!
Thanks! I really like how it turned out!
Beautiful Fall Wreath! I love all of the colours and looks like an easy wreath to make!
Thank you so much for sharing your lovely wreath with us over at Waste Not Wednesday!
Thank you so much!! Love your link up. There are always so many great posts!
What a cute wreath! I love wreaths but have never tried to make my own. I am so glad fall finally made its way to NC too! 😀
Thank you! I am glad, too! I appreciate the cooler weather – although I don’t LOVE the freezing…
I love a door wreth, so I will definitely be having a go at making one #ourminilinkyparty@_karendennis
Oh I’m glad you like it!! I hope you are able to make one!
Very cute! Thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!
Thank you!!
What a great idea. Love how it turned out 🙂
Thanks for sharing at Welcome To The Weekend Blog Hop, hope to see you on Monday for our next blog hop 🙂
Thank you so much; I was happy with it!
What a great DIY. It turned out beautifully! I definitely need to make one for my door!
Thank you! It was really simple to make, too!
Super cute! We do DIY decorations ever year and every holiday 😂
Thank you! We do a little mix of DIY and BIY (buy it yourself) over here!
With this great tutorial I think I might even be able to attempt this! Thanks for sharing and Thank you for joining us this week at #WanderingWednesday at Confessions of Parenting http://www.confessionsofparenting.com
Thanks – you should totally try it! It’s really simple!
So pretty, I love them both! Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party. Pinned!
Thank you so much!
So pretty! I gave up on DIY wreaths years ago because I was so bad at gluing the fake flowers on . . . but this one is so pretty and seems doable!
I make sure to get leaves WITH stems so the glue can actually go on the stems and not the leaves directly otherwise, OUCH!
That is such an adorable wreath!! Looks so achievable too!!
Thank you! It was really quick and I love how it turned out!
LOve this! It’s socute! But I especially love the second and final picture 🙂
Thank you so much!
It’s so beautiful. Would have never thought about having one for fall as well as Christmas!! Thanks for sharing with #bloggersbest x
This is so timely. I’ve been looking for an easy DIY wreath for our front door. I think I’ve found it! Thank you.
It is really simple. You could easily make it in an afternoon!
I love the refresh on your wreath – the burlap bow really pulls it all together! Thanks so much for sharing with Party in Your PJs!
Thanks so much! I love the Party in your PJs link up – so many great links each week!
That is easy!! I like it – thanks for sharing the idea and instructions!
Absolutely!! I love a simple craft!
That wreath is super cute and seemed like it was easy and relatively quick to make!
Thank you! It was definitely easy and quick to make! A great afternoon or nap time project!
Very pretty re-do. I used to love decorating wreaths for all season and somehow I got away from that. This inspired me… I think I’ll be pulling out some of my wreath supplies today! Thanks for sharing with us at the virtual fridge. Pinned.
Oh, I’m glad! Life happens – I haven’t been crafting too much lately either, but I was really itching to give this old wreath an up do and I was really happy with how it turned out!
Very pretty! I keep meaning to do a Fall wreath to use between Halloween and Christmas, I might have to make this one!
You should! Totally easy!
I love those vibrant colors! I’m not crafty at all, but you’ve got me wanting to try!
This is simple enough even the most non-crafty person can do it! You should give it a try!
It turned out lovely! I love the big burlap bow against your darker brown door. Perfect combo!
Thank you!!
I love this. So easy and simple to do. I’ll have to pin this so I can try next fall.
Yes! Let me know if you do get to try it!
That is so pretty! I tried making a summer wreath like this and I could have been happier with it… but it was only my first one so I should just try again. Maybe I”ll make a Christmas one!
Thanks for sharing.
Oh, you should totally make a Christmas one!
Oh I loooove what you did to the wreath! It looks so beautiful and festive and such a great makeover!!! Love burlap on everything. Thanks for the easy tutorial ❤️ Jamie
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Thank you so much! I’m the same way – I do love burlap!
Really pretty and easy tutorial. I normally have one wreath up all year long, but promised myself I would make another soon. I may as well do a fall one.
I really like it! Let me know if you end up making one!
Your update looks so much better! I love the fall colours.
Thank you so much! I totally agree!
It turned out very cute! I like how easy it sounds to make!
Thank you! I agree; I love the update and it really was so simple!
Look at you channeling an autumn joanna gaines. I love it 🙂
I wish! Thank you so much!
Oh cute!! I really like the added color. I think wreaths are fun.
-Lauren
#happynow
Thanks! I agree!
Very informative love the pictures and step by step instructions!
Thank you; I appreciate you stopping by!
What a pretty project!
Thank you!!
I love this! So simple and perfect for fall! I must make one quick, my door is naked! 🙂 Thanks for the inspiration!
I hope you are able to make one this season! It’s so festive on the door!
I am very much a wreath person. And it depends on the mood I’m in and the style I’m going for that season. But I love this as it’s simple, frugal, and embraces the beginning of fall (for most of us at least).
Same! I like so many different kinds of wreaths – if I have enough space, I would have multiple for each season!
Nice idea! I like the ones with the wreath around. I’m not a crafty person. Your direction are great for me 😊. Thanks for sharing 😊
This one was so simple! The grapevine wreaths really hold up well so that you really just have to glue the rest on!
This wreath is absolutely adorable and perfect for thanksgiving! I’m going to have to make this! Thanks for sharing!
Absolutely; I’m glad you liked it! I appreciate you stopping by!
This is so beautiful! You did an amazing job–I wouldn’t believe in a million years that you hadn’t bought it that way. Thanks for sharing your secrets!
Thank yous so much; you are too kind! It is so simple – you could totally do it yourself!
That looks so cute and festive! Now I feel motivated to stop being lazy and make my own! Thanks for the idea!
Thank you so much! I’m glad you like it!
What a gorgeous yet simple idea! This looks like something you could easily pay $40 or more for, but DIYing it is both so much more cost-effective AND more fun! Thanks for the tutorial – pinning this too!
Yes- wreaths can be SO expensive! It is fun to make your own when you have the time. Fortunately, this one doesn’t take long at all. It’s perfect when you want to do something crafty, but don’t have a ton of time!
These are beautiful! I’m saving this for. Exit year! I love making my own things! So thank you!!
Thank you so much! I really like how it turned out! It’s fun when I have a chance to make something that looks good for our home!
I am not the decorative type, but these are really simple and pretty to make! Cute wreaths!
Thank you so much!
I’ve been wanting to buy a wreath but now I can just make my own 🙂
Yes! It really is so easy and doesn’t take that long either if you have all the supplies!
It´s really nice fall wreath. I´ve pinned your tutorial for next year´s use 😉
Thank you so much! I hope you’ll be able to make one for yourself!
I love the burlap bow, thanks for the tutorial!
Absolutely; I appreciate you stopping by!
That’s an improvement for sure! So cute and looks so easy too. I love how you freshened up that little wreath. I’m a traditional girl when it comes to wreath, so yours is really my style. Nice job!
Thank you! I think I tend to be more traditional with wreaths also and this one is a fun one!
Beautiful! And easy to do. Thank you! (I would probably choose the premade bow, or a different fabric-I can’t stand the feel of burlap for very long, though it looks great on your wreath!)
Thank you! I usually opt to make bows, but this one was so easy and pretty to me, it was worth the convenience!
This is so cute!! I love it. I am usually a “buy a wreath” person, but I might try this one out. Thank you for such easy-to-read instructions.
Hahahaha. I totally understand that! I tell Hubs all the time, DIY is great, but sometimes, I feel more like a good B[uy]IY! This really is so simple though if you are feeling crafty!
I love this re-do of your Fall Wreath. It turned out great!
Thanks!
This is so amazing and easy! I had to my wreath every year. You have inspired me though!
xo, Lee
I love the way it turned out; it’s like a whole new wreath!
So pretty! There’s something about fall colors that just speak to my soul! I may have to make my own soon 🙂
I love fall colors, too! Let me know if you make your own!
SO fun! I love making DIY wreaths this time of year and as holiday gifts!
So fun! They would definitely make great gifts!
Very pretty! Great way to dress up your door for autumn. Visiting from What’d You Do This Weekend party.
Thank you so much!