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DIY Fall Oak Leaf Wreath

October 5, 2015 by Doreen Cagno Filed Under: Crafts & DIY 29 Comments

Hi, Friends!  It’s the beginning of a new week and new month!  And, do I have the perfect project for this time of year – a DIY fall oak leaf wreath.

Real Oak Leaf Wreath

My inspiration was this oak leaf wreath that I saw on Pinterest from Crate and Barrel.  I checked the website and they no longer sell it.  I loved the look of the oak leaves, but alas, we don’t have any trees in our yard that have nice fall color.

 

 

But, yesterday I was at my inlaw’s house and they have a lot of trees, and with all the rain and wind we’ve had the past few days, there were tons of pretty oak leaves in their yard!     So, when I was getting ready to head home, I asked my mother-in-law for a few grocery bags so I could gather up some leaves.

Fall Oak Leaf Wreath

 

You only need 3 things to make this fall wreath:
A straw wreath form.  (I purchased mine at Michaels using a 50% off coupon)
U pins/Floral pins
Leaves

 

Attach leaves to straw wreath form using floral pins

 

I put together a bundle of leaves and then pushed the U pin into the straw wreath to hold the leaf bundle in place.  Then I did the same on the right and left sides of that original bundle.  Now, begin a second row – slightly overlapping the leaves so the stems don’t show.  Continue the process the entire way around the wreath.

 

Fall Oak Leaf Wreath

 

This makes for an incredibly full and lush fall wreath.  The leaves will dry and crinkle, but I think I’ll like it that way as well. If you live in a cooler climate, it would last longer looking like this if hung outside in the cool air.

 

DIY Fall Oak Leaf Wreath

Of course, you could use faux leaves, but they cost money!  I hope you enjoy making your own!  Let me know how it turns out!!!

You might also like these fall posts!

DIY Cornhusk Wreath

Easy Apple Dumplings

DIY No Sew Black Cat Pillow

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  1. Anonymous says:
    October 5, 2015 at 11:46 pm

    I love the look! Thanks, doreen!
    Linda

    Reply
  2. Lori @ Dining Delight says:
    October 6, 2015 at 12:28 am

    Looks fantastic! Would never have thought REAL leaves would hold up that well. The colours and the fullness of the whole wreath makes it very impressive.

    Reply
  3. Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says:
    October 6, 2015 at 12:56 am

    Love it!

    Reply
  4. Kathy Moreland says:
    October 6, 2015 at 11:47 am

    Fabulous idea! Looks great!

    Reply
  5. Brooke Kroeger says:
    October 6, 2015 at 2:50 pm

    So cute. I may make one too!

    Reply
  6. Lynn says:
    October 6, 2015 at 4:29 pm

    Love this, thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  7. Mountain Mama says:
    October 6, 2015 at 8:15 pm

    Gorgeous!!!!!!! I must head out with a grocery bag this weekend!

    Reply
  8. Anonymous says:
    October 7, 2015 at 12:45 am

    I've not seen to many oak trees in my area; however, Canada does have maple…right now these are vibrant in fall colours…will have to try this with some of those leaves. Love the natural look and easy for the compost later on. Thanks for sharing this idea…be blessed, from Canada

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  9. Julie Kimmel says:
    October 7, 2015 at 2:27 am

    I love that you looked at nature and saw beauty in its original form! Love it!

    Reply
  10. wedding photographer cornwall says:
    October 7, 2015 at 5:06 am

    Oh my that is gorgeous!! You make it look so easy as well!

    Reply
  11. Cindy says:
    October 7, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Just beautiful!! Absolutely love it!!:)

    Reply
  12. Keri says:
    October 7, 2015 at 6:44 pm

    This wreath is beautiful!! I love how you used real leaves to make this project!!

    Reply
  13. Susan says:
    October 8, 2015 at 10:03 pm

    What a lovely statement for fall. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  14. Geneva H says:
    October 9, 2015 at 3:20 am

    Simple & Beautiful! Thank you for sharing & inspiring!

    Reply
  15. Debra Oliver says:
    October 9, 2015 at 3:15 pm

    love it, it's simple and gorgeous. thanks for sharing the DIY!

    Reply
  16. Picnic Benches says:
    October 10, 2015 at 1:30 am

    Simply amazing! Just beautiful! Great idea. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  17. Yvonne @ StoneGable says:
    October 17, 2015 at 3:39 pm

    Doreen, This wreath is magnificent! On my to-do list! Now I have to find pin oak trees!

    Reply
  18. Pink Camellias says:
    October 22, 2015 at 9:18 am

    Very cute wreath! I've been thinking that I need a fall wreath for my front door. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  19. Elizabeth says:
    October 28, 2015 at 3:58 pm

    Thanks you so much for the lovely oak leaf project. Much appreciated.
    Elizabeth

    Reply
  20. Linda nelson says:
    September 27, 2016 at 11:50 am

    Lovely!

    Reply
  21. Dawn says:
    October 4, 2017 at 3:54 am

    Have a large old oak in my yard. Have wanted to do a wreath with the leaves but wasn’t sure just how to go about it. Now I do!! Thanks for the inspiration!!

    Reply
  22. JuDy says:
    November 9, 2018 at 12:16 am

    This is the most beautiful wreath I have ever seen thank you so much for sharing absolutely beautiful

    Reply

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