A DIY magnolia leaves wreath from my tree.
LEAVES FOR WREATH
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Do you know what gets donated to thrift stores? Well, lots of things, BUT there is something that you can almost always count on craft supplies, you can read more 5 Often Overlooked Items to Buy at a Thrift Store
Many people have great notions of doing lots of amazing projects……and alas the surrender flag goes up at some point. (Not that I have ever done that mind you….ya right!)
When I go to thrift stores, I look for items I know I will use. Recently, I found a foam wreath, and that…..I could use. Wreaths are seriously a bargain to make especially if you use items you already have.
DIY WREATH
We have a magnolia tree…….which, for some reason, I thought only grew in the south. I figured magnolia leaves/wreaths are pretty much as popular as BACON…. thanks to Chip and Jo.
I made a faux magnolia wreath from an artificial tree HERE, but this time I wanted the real dealio. Plus, I had free leaves so why not, right? Free is GOOD!
After gathering some (I have an ABUNDANCE) of the leaves, I started gluing them on with a hot glue gun. I’m not a perfectionist so I just glue, making sure all the foam is covered until it seems right to me.
BTW- That basket was another thrift store find!
TIP- If you are using real magnolia leaves, I found the leaves that have just fallen to be easier to work with. They are very flexible.
If you don’t have a magnolia tree, you can purchase artificial ones like these.
After about 20 minutes, I had a pretty little wreath for under $5 (wreath $1.99 at the thrift store).
BTW- Everything here is from thrifting as well!!!!!
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Behind the scenes, my “helper”
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I just love magnolia leaves and wreaths! Your wreath turned out really cute and yes, I shop for craft supplies at the thrift store too!
Thanks so much Cindy. I really appreciate you stopping by! Aren’t thrift stores great for craft supplies? A treasure trove
This is simply beautiful! I love when something comes together without anxiety – somehow, that seems to help the creative juices. Have a lovely fall!
Mary Beth, Oh, I love me some simple 🙂
Deborah, Your wreath is stunning. A lovely way to use what you have and a great way to welcome your Fall guests. Thanks for sharing your tips and tricks. Happy Fall, my friend.
Meegan, Thanks so much my friend. That means a lot.
This is very unique and pretty. The dried leaves almost look like leather. A perfect wreath for fall.
Jessica, They totally remind me of leather too. The feel is great when they first fall!
I love magnolia wreaths and this seems so easy to do. I may have to steal a few leaves from my neighbor and make one for my front door. 😉 Love it Deborah!
Kristi, Thank you so much. And if I was your neighbor, I would be thrilled to have someone not only come and pick up some of these leaves (as there is a LOT), but to use them.
I have NO IDEA why I don’t shop the craft section at the thrift store! I’ve been missing out until now. Loving your wreath and love your photography assistant!
Pam, You just have to stop by now, right? Just save some stuff for me 🙂
So gorgeous, Deborah! I absolutely love a good magnolia wreath and yours is truly lovely. My next door neighbor has a huge magnolia tree…I may need to tip toe over to his side of the lawn!
Kristi,
So I can’t speak for your neighbor…BUT I wish I had someone to come “steal” my leaves. I reuse some of the leaves for projects but this thing sheds it’s leaves ALL THE TIME 🙂
The brown of those leaves are my fav, I love the tones. If I had those I’d for sure make a wreath too, so I pinned yours to remind me if magnolia trees ever grow in Minnesota!
You are too kind! SOOOO appreciate that
I always check out those craft bins when I go to the thrift store b/c you never know what you’ll find. How nice to have those magnolia leaves right in your yard. This came out really pretty. 🙂 Thank for sharing at #HomeMattersParty !
Colleen, Isn’t thrifting great for craft supplies? Thanks so much for stopping by!
Perfect Fall Wreath! I will have to keep my eye out for the foam wreath at my thrift store to try this!
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Sam, I swear there are so much craft supplies at the thrift store.
I absolutely love your wreath, it´s really stunning! ….so is the price tag, wow! Those leaves are just the best and so perfect for a wreath!
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Katrin, Right? The price tag is the best 🙂
Those leaves are gorgeous Deborah, they look like leather and the color is superb for a person who is staved for fall.
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Mary, When they first fall, they feel like leather too. Thanks for stopping by!!
Am totally heading out to collect our fallen magnolia leaves now! If only I had that cute thrifted basked to go with me 😉 .
Jane, Awesome. I can’t wait to see yours! And that basket was sure a great find
I love how this turned out. It is on my must-try list. And I have 2 magnolia trees so no excuses, right?
Debra, I can’t wait to see what yours turns out like. Obviously with two trees there is an abundance of leaves huh?
Magnolias don’t grow up here and I sure wish they do. I think this wreath is fabulous, the colours of the leaves are just gorgeous. Pinning.
Leanna, I had no idea they would grow in Oregon…I thought it was a southern thing, but they do. This tree was here when we moved in.
OMW, our neighbors have the most beautiful Magnolia tree and I have even thought of using the leaves. They look like leather. How beautiful
Michelle, It really does have the look of leather for sure. I hope you can get some leaves from your neighbor as they should have plenty to part with. I have to clean up leaves all the time.