Leafy Book Page Wreath for Fall
Honestly, I had no business working on new fall wreaths today. #1 Because I’m in the middle of planning a big birthday party that’s happening at my house in two days & #2 because it’s not even September yet.
But since I suffer from O.C.C.D. {Obsessive Compulsive Creativity Disorder}, I got an idea & had to get busy on it.
I wanted to veer from the traditional fall colors this time & go with something different. Something that makes me happy. Something I love like, oh I don’t know…black&white, maybe? I believe black&white can be used for any season, & I have big plans for it this fall. {Read more about my love for Black&White here.}
And then, because these were going on an outdoor wreath, I rubbed them down on both sides with a candle to (hopefully) water-proof them against the damp autumn weather. (I learned about this method on the internet so it has to be true, right?)
I also picked out a grapevine wreath that was nice & twiggy, then wrapped a couple of 2″ wide strips of burlap around it.
Then, I just got glue gun-happy & stuck on the leaves wherever the mood struck me.
Just like I envisioned it!
And since I was on a roll, I decided to embellish them just a little more with a couple of little signs.
Since the wreaths & paper are both 50% at Hobby Lobby this week, the total cost for each of these wreaths was under $5.
And now they’re on the front door! Even if it does make me the only one in the neighborhood who thinks fall starts in August.
Hope y’all like them! And maybe it will inspire some of you who are looking for fall ideas. This wreath could easily be made with more traditional fall colors as well!
P.S. Everytime I post about my wreaths I get questions asking how I hang them, so here’s the scoop: I always hang them with a ribbon, looped through the middle of the wreath. Then, I use a staple gun to staple it to the very top of my wood door. (If you try this, make sure the staples are totally flush so they don’t scratch the door frame when the door closes.)
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Sharing these wreaths with some of these peeps. Check them out!
Ila
August 26, 2011 @ 2:35 am
This is super cute and another great idea to add to my fall inspiration on my new blog! Thanks for this terrific idea!
Jessica @ O. Alouette
August 26, 2011 @ 2:40 am
Too cute! They look great on your door 🙂
Shelia
August 26, 2011 @ 2:43 am
This is so cute and thanks for sharing how to do it.
be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
NanaDiana
August 26, 2011 @ 3:14 am
Very, very, very cute! Is it Fall already!? xo Diana
The Doodler
August 26, 2011 @ 1:35 pm
This is so cute! I am pinning it right now and I think I found my new fall wreath. Thanks so much for sharing, I'm a new follower from the Shabby Nest link party!
Brie from darlingdoodles.blogspot.com
Barbara Bussey {The Treasured Home}
August 26, 2011 @ 2:57 pm
Good morning, Julie,
I love your writing style and sense of humor! I'd love to see your craft room, too! I'm sure that we'd be fast friends if we to ever meet! Have fun getting ready for the party. Your front doors will greet your guests in style!
Cheers,
Barbara
Seriously Moses
August 27, 2011 @ 1:41 am
Super cute!
The Remodeled Life
August 27, 2011 @ 3:59 pm
I love your wreaths, They turned out so cute! I'm so ready for fall too!
The Mom
August 28, 2011 @ 1:33 pm
I actually found you via Pinterest, one of my favorite sites. I have read back a few posts and am inspired by your creativity. I am also the mother of four (all grown now) and grandmother to two (precious little girls) and most importantly, a follower of Jesus. I have also been married to the same man for thirty-seven years and most days would marry him again! Blessings to you…
Miss Char
August 28, 2011 @ 5:34 pm
This is just too cute and fresh looking. Thanks so much for sharing.
The Starr Family
August 29, 2011 @ 1:50 pm
Very cute and whimsical.. love this idea for fall!
La Petite Vie
September 1, 2011 @ 3:13 pm
LOVE this! Can't wait to try it out! Thanks for the fabulous idea!
Courtney ~ French Country Cottage
September 1, 2011 @ 5:03 pm
Love this- it's so cute! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! 🙂
Object of Maya*ffection
September 1, 2011 @ 5:54 pm
What a FAB looking (and cost effective) wreath project. I am anxious to hear how they hold up! GREAT idea!
Barb
September 4, 2011 @ 9:15 pm
LOVE! I'm going to make this!
Michele
September 4, 2011 @ 9:36 pm
Divine! Such creativity – I am so jealous! Thankful that Nester had this great party so I can meet all of you talented new friends!
xoxo michele
Sher
September 6, 2011 @ 6:10 pm
I simply adore this! I agree, the Lord is the best person you will ever meet 🙂 CTR
lovecrafts
September 28, 2011 @ 3:41 pm
Love it. This is great tutorial, thanks for sharing