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DIY Leaf Wreath for BHG
October 13th, 2010
I’m back today with complete instructions on how to make the Leaf Wreath I made for the Better Homes & Gardens Contest. With fall in full swing, now is the perfect time for a quick DIY project and some colorful home decor. I wanted something a little less predictable color wise so I choose to use shades of purple for a pop of color. I can imagine this in any shade so have fun and get creative!
Supplies
Fabric Leaves
Matt White Spray Paint Primer
Varying Shades of Matte Spray Paint
Foam Wreath Form
Pins
Coordinating Ribbon (Enough to wrap form and for hanging completed wreath)
Instructions
1. Arrange leaves on a paintable surface and secure with pins. A flattened cardboard box or flat sheets of foam work well. Spray leaves with one layer of white matte primer. Once primer has dried, spray leaves with colors and get creative! Some may require two coats – if so, wait 15 minutes between applications.
2. While leaves are drying, wrap foam wreath form in coordinating ribbon making sure to overlap so no foam shows through. Secure ends with pins.
3. Once the leaves have dried, place them on top of wreath form and secure with pins. Continue to overlay leaves around the entire form.
4. After the leaves are in place you can add a decorative flower in the lower right portion for visual interest. To create the flowers; cut approximately thirty 3″ circles of coordinating fabric. Pinch the circle in the center with your thumb and forefinger, making a petal like shape and pin to form. Continue to add petals closely together and fluffing along the way. Add as many or as few as you like.
5. To complete the look, add a ribbon to the back with pins for hanging.
I hope you enjoy the project and don’t forget to vote for your favorite here!
October 12th, 2010 at 7:45 pm
What an absolutely beautiful wreath! Fresh and elegant.
October 12th, 2010 at 8:33 pm
Thanks for the great post! I’m obsessed with wreaths, so this makes my heart happy!
October 13th, 2010 at 6:02 am
I love this project! That purple and brown combo is just my favorite. I can imagine having a different colorway for each season. fun fun! Thanks for sharing!
October 13th, 2010 at 9:27 am
This is beautiful but what are the spray paints that you used? The colors are lovely!
October 13th, 2010 at 11:53 am
What a creative idea! This is gorgeous! I think I’m going to have to try this one myself. Thanks so much for sharing.
XO Piper
October 13th, 2010 at 12:08 pm
What a lovely idea for a diy wreath. So pretty, so stylish!
October 13th, 2010 at 7:01 pm
I love this! What a cute/creative idea. Thanks for sharing!
October 13th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
Love, love, LOVE this! Way to knock it out of the park!
Kisses from the WhipperChicks
October 14th, 2010 at 6:52 am
This is a great DIY project. Thanks for sharing.
October 14th, 2010 at 6:57 am
It’s wonderful. I’m not a big fan of purple, but I love this wreath! Amazing job. I must make this now!!
I’m currently having a Costume Contest on my blog. I would love for you to check it out. And don’t forget to enter!
October 14th, 2010 at 7:01 am
What a great project and the colors are lovely!
October 14th, 2010 at 10:58 am
Love this wreath! The purple is so unexpected for fall and it is simply breathtaking. I posted a link to this tutorial on my blog: elleapparel.blogspot.com.
October 15th, 2010 at 9:22 am
Such a fun idea that can really add a lot to your home during the holidays!
October 17th, 2010 at 11:05 pm
Thanks so much Heather and apologies for not including this in the post! I ended up just using spray paints found at my local art supply store. The brand is Montana Gold. Floral paints by Design Master that can be found at a Joann’s or Michael’s would work great as well. Hope that helps! Kathleen
October 24th, 2010 at 6:37 pm
Thanks for sharing the how to. I am going to make this for my friend for her birthday!
December 6th, 2010 at 10:27 am
I love this!! Thanks so much for the tutorial!
August 12th, 2011 at 5:22 pm
Tried to pin this on my to-do Pinterest board but it says it can’t see any pictures on this page. Well, I see them, and I love the final project!
August 12th, 2011 at 6:06 pm
I love how you used those pesky fall leaves that every crafter has left over from some Fall Craft!
I plan to try this in shades of yellow as housewarming gift for friend!
August 14th, 2011 at 6:29 pm
This is “OH MY GOSH” cool. So making this in these colors and Oh wow my brain is just running with ideas. Thanks for the mojo.
September 5th, 2011 at 11:32 am
This is THE prettiest fall wreath I have EVER seen! Fall typically is when leaves start to turn & things are more earth tone. I can’t think of a better color to do this with either! BRAVO!