Last year I showed you this super easy Fall Wreath and I still love it, but I’m being a bit more frugal this year so I want to share one that’s a little bit different, and about 1/3 of the price to make. This one is also great for the kiddos to make if you’re looking for and easy weekend craft that the entire family can enjoy. Pretty cool right?
Materials needed: (All purchased from the Dollar Tree)
Wreath base
Ribbon (2.5 in x 108 in)
Burlap Ribbon
Natural Raffia
Fake Leaves
Straight pins
I used straight pins instead of a hot glue gun since the base for the wreath is made out of foam to prevent melting and burning my fingers.
Instructions:
Step 1: Pin the end of the ribbon onto the wreath base. Wrap it around tightly, overlapping but not too close together.
Step 2: When it is completely covering the base, cut off any extra ribbon and pin.
Step 3: Make a bow. Using the burlap ribbon, make about 6 loops, about 5 inches long.
Step 4: Use raffia to tie in the middle. Use the extra ends of the raffia to tie the bow to the wreath. Use pins to hold it in place.
Step 5: Wrap 6 long strands of raffia between the bow and the wreath. Tie it in the back and cut to desired length.
Step 6: Pin leaves in different shapes and colors, to your liking.
Step 7: Tie a piece of raffia at the top to hang.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
November 13, 2015 at 9:36 amYou are so creative and you have a great eye! I absolutely love it and totally want one 🙂
Natalie says
November 13, 2015 at 9:43 amWhy do I always forget to shop the dollar store for craft items?! This is a great idea. I’m also thinking some of the elements you found could be combined several different ways.
Amanda says
November 13, 2015 at 3:01 pmWhat a frugal and festive way to celebrate my favorite time of year. I always love learning about DIY projects from other bloggers.
Elizabeth O. says
November 13, 2015 at 3:30 pmThat was an easy craft idea! I love the pattern on the ribbon you picked, the light colors are very welcoming!
Liz Mays says
November 13, 2015 at 5:43 pmOh my gosh this is such a cute fall decoration. I love the bow and the pretty leaves!
Myteenguide says
November 13, 2015 at 8:03 pmAwesome wreath idea! I love the fall, it brings out people’s creativity. You picked a good color combination too!
tiaras and tantrums says
November 13, 2015 at 8:35 pmthey have burlap ribbon at the dollar store now? It is so expensive any place else. I will have to get right over there- I love burlap ribbon but hardly ever buy it – it is so versatile you can do almost anything with burlap
Chelley @ A is For Adelaide says
November 13, 2015 at 9:18 pmThis is so fun! I love easy crafts like this- I think my kids would love to try this with me!
April G says
November 14, 2015 at 9:51 amI did an untraditional wreath that I made, also from the dollar store. I love shopping there! It cost me only $3 plus some ribbon that I already had. Check it out on my Instagram (http://instagram.com/theaprilnoelle
Ave says
November 14, 2015 at 2:30 pmWhat a great fall wreath idea! I really like the ribbon you used! I think I’ll ask my daughter to help me and we’ll make a wreath this weekend too!
Michelle T says
November 14, 2015 at 7:41 pmThe fall wreaths look really nice and so easy to make. Thanks for showing the steps on how to make one.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
November 15, 2015 at 12:41 amNow that was pretty much easy to do! I could make a Christmas wreath too, I’d just look for Christmas colors to use. Thanks for sharing!
Rosey says
November 15, 2015 at 8:14 amThe wreath you made is great. I like that it’s easy enough that I could do it too.
Jeni Hawkins says
November 15, 2015 at 1:33 pmOh my gosh, that’s SO cute! Who would have thought that it was so easy and cheap to make!? Love it!
ashleigh says
November 15, 2015 at 9:18 pmI love this idea! I have some of those leaves at home so I just need a few more things.