21 Fresh and Pretty DIY Fall Wreath Ideas

I can’t wait for fall each year… I love summer, I’ll miss the long days and the relaxing times, but there is something so comforting about fall. It is one of my favorite seasons, and I love to spend a little time decorating for fall, without going overboard. One of the best ways to do that is to learn how to make a DIY fall wreath!

Collage of photos of DIY Fall Wreath Ideas including pumpkins, fresh greens and dried flowers

Why Make a Fall Wreath?

A fall wreath kinda just tells the world that happy family times happen here, home is a special place, and that you hold dear the things in life that comfort and nourish us. Ok, if that’s too sappy for you, how about make a DIY fall wreath because they are so awesome, and crafty and fun!

How to Make a DIY Fall Wreath on a Budget

I was looking at Christmas wreaths online last week, and some of them are so expensive! Luckily, we’ve got a selection of DIY fall wreath options that will only cost you a few dollars (and maybe a cozy fall afternoon) to put together.

Fall Paper Leaf Wreath

Let’s start out learning how to make a fall wreath with this pretty paper fall wreath idea from Happy Happy Nester! It has a grapevine base and the most adorable acorn accents we’ve ever seen. 😉 This one needs to be in a protected place, because, well… paper. It is so farmhouse cute, and easy to make with her step-by-step instructions.

White paper leaf fall wreath with acorns and plaid ribbon

Fall Grapevine Wreath with Purple Foliage

We love this gorgeous tutorial from A Pretty Life in the Suburbs. This fall wreath idea is perfect for those of us fall freaks who love the deep jewel tones of the season. Also, go big or go home, right?

Large grapevine fall wreath decorated with purple foliage and flowers

Bright Red and Yellow Budget Fall Wreath

This pretty fall wreath is from A Piece of Rainbow, and it couldn’t be an easier wreath to make. Did we mention, she uses Dollar Store flowers, so it’s cheap, too! The bright colors will give your front porch fall decor a happy feel!

Multi floral decorated wreath with bright red, yellow, and orange fall flowers

DIY Glam Fall Leaf Wreath

This one uses metallic, shimmery leaves for a glam look. Make some DIY gorgeous metallic fall leaves and turn it into this pretty fall wreath from The Craft Patch.

Gold hoop fall wreath with metallic leaves and a hello fall sign

Quick and Simple Pinecone Wreath

For stunning result, this pinecone wreath is shockingly straightforward to make. Just check out the tutorial on A Piece of Rainbow and you’ll see what I mean.

Round DIY wreath covered with natural pinecones in varying sizes

Easy, Budget-Friendly DIY Fall Wreath

2 Bees in a Pod have a super easy fall wreath tutorial, and it took them all of 5 minutes to put together! Despite being unbelievably cheap and simple, this fall wreath still adds a beautiful pop of color and will definitely steal the show once you hang it on your door. 

Orange and brown floral fall wreath hanging on a gray front door

DIY Florist-Style Fall Wreaths

If you’re after something that looks like it came right from your local flower shop, we’ve got you covered! These florist-style fall wreaths are beautiful, bold, and totally doable at home!

Grapevine Wreath with Dried Foliage

This gorgeous wreath was made with dried and preserved items from nature, and it is stunning! Follow along with Style Me Pretty Living and learn how to make a fall wreath that looks like high-end decor!

Fall grapevine wreath decorated with dried foliage, berries, and flowers

Metal Base Fall Wreath Idea

We are in love with this metal fall wreath idea from Tatertots and Jello! The metal base gives it a cool industrial farmhouse look, and it’s so easy! The little wood sign is the perfect welcoming touch for your fall front door!

Round metal fall wreath with orange flowers, pumpkins, and a welcome sign

How to Make a Fall Wreath – Florist Style

If you really want the most gorgeous DIY fall wreath, then try this tutorial from Camille Styles. They created this florist-style wreath with foliage and harvest items that will dry with the wreath and still look amazing. Can you see yourself hanging this on your front door? You could be! Photos by Hannah Grace Photography.

Natural fall wreath with green foliage, flowers, berries, and small fruit

Faux Foraged DIY Fall Wreath

For faux materials, these all look so realistic! Everything is sourced from Michael’s, so head over there for your fall decor. A Pretty Fix has a great video tutorial that will help you piece this wreath together.

Faux foraged fall wreath filled with greenery, berries, and natural accents

DIY Fall Wreaths with Burlap

Burlap and fall go together like apples and cinnamon! We love these burlap fall wreath ideas, and hope you find some DIY inspo from the tutorials below. 

Burlap Wreath with Pumpkins and Berries

This burlap fall wreath by Nest for Less will last all season, and it’s got such beautiful fall colors in it!

Burlap fall wreath decorated with small pumpkins, berries, and autumn leaves

DIY Fall Wreath with Burlap and Florals

Lucy at Craftberry Bush made this DIY burlap fall wreath that looks like it was made at a high-end florist’s shop. She has simple instructions, she says she didn’t do a full tutorial because this is that easy! I love hydrangeas, and a dried hydrangea just screams “the end of the growing season”… So pretty and perfect for fall!

Rustic burlap wreath decorated with dried hydrangeas, roses and fall florals

Metallic Fall Pinecone Wreath with Burlap Ribbon

Julia from Tag & Tibby repurposed a clearance pinecone wreath into this wreath idea with just a glue gun and a couple of things she had lying around! The silver berries and golden pinecones make this wreath a little extra festive.

Pinecone fall wreath with metallic accents, branches, and wide burlap ribbon

Burlap Hydrangea Wreath DIY

From A Night Owl Blog, this easy hydrangea DIY wreath is sure to be popular with all our readers… I think I might make one for indoors with a green version of the floral stems…

Fall hydrangea wreath with orange and yellow flowers and burlap ribbon

DIY Grapevine Fall Wreath

The fall colors in this wreath from Upright and Caffeinated are stunning, and it looks so good hanging on their green door! Plus, the burlap bow ties everything together into a beautiful fall package. No notes.

Grapevine fall wreath with orange flowers, berries, and a large cream bow

Modern and Minimalist DIY Fall Wreaths

If keeping things elegant and simple is more your style, you’ll love these modern DIY fall wreath ideas. Chic and affordable, what’s not to love?! 

Minimalist and Modern Fall Wreath

This DIY fall wreath is from Cupcakes and Cashmere. We love the minimal look of this wreath! If you haven’t read our post on Hygge decor, you should! This would fit in well with today’s Scandinavian or Boho influences. And, it isn’t too cutesy!

Minimalist gold hoop wreath decorated with green foliage along one side

Bold and Modern Fall Wreath

I just love how the large florals and deep jewel tones in this diy fall wreath create such a bold, impactful look. The full post by Making Joy and Pretty Things provides such an easy-to-follow tutorial, too.

Modern gold hoop wreath with burgundy flowers and soft green foliage

DIY Embroidery Hoop Wreath 

Worthing Court has several different ideas you can choose from, but we especially love this embroidered hoop. It’s something a bit different, and it looks gorgeous!

Embroidery hoop fall wreath with pumpkins, foliage, and a welcome sign

DIY Fall Wreaths with Pumpkins

Nothing says fall like pumpkins! Pumpkin spice, pumpkin pie, lattes, jack-o’-lanterns, and now, yes, even wreaths! Here are our favorite pumpkin wreath ideas for fall. 

DIY Pumpkin Wreath with Bittersweet

Virginia Sweet Pea uses faux bittersweet for this gorgeous wreath, as the real stuff is difficult to dry. We love the matching foliage and pumpkins in this one! 

Grapevine fall wreath decorated with orange pumpkins and bittersweet branches

Easy Fall Wreath with Fabric Pumpkins

If you’ve got a spare 30 minutes, here’s a wreath that will last you for years to come! Find all the details over at Gluesticks Blog. Love the toned-down, muted colors in this one.

Grapevine wreath with muted fabric pumpkins, greenery, and gingham ribbon

Dollar Tree Fall Pumpkin Wreath

This wreath only cost The Ponds Farmhouse $14 and took 20 minutes to put together – we already love it just for that! Plus, it blends in so perfectly with their farmhouse vibes!

Neutral fall wreath with dried flowers, branches, and a large raffia bow

Bring Fall to Your Door with DIY Fall Wreaths!

We hope you loved our post on DIY Fall Wreaths! We think you will also want to jump right on over to 18 Classy Fall Decorating Ideas and 11 Ideas for Pretty Pumpkins! Then, get ready for the next season by checking out 15 Easy DIY Christmas Signs and DIY Outdoor Christmas Decorations over at TGG! 

And for more coziness, jump on over to How to Make a Chunky Knit Blanket and Paper Rose DIY ideas over at TBD! And don’t forget to pin a favorite (or two!) for later!


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Kathy Bates

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2 Comments

  1. j. hall
    September 11, 2018 / 7:28 pm

    The lush wreaths from Lucy at Crafttberry Bush, Camille Styles, and The Night Owl Blog truly display the richness of Autumn!

    • Kathy Woodard
      Author
      September 24, 2018 / 3:39 pm

      We agree!

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