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Seasonal Decorating
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Kristin Hohenadel
Kristin Hohenadel
Kristin Hohenadel has written on design for publications including the New York Times, Interior Design, Slate, Fast Company, and the international editions of Elle Decor.
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Published on 07/29/23
Decorating your front door or interior walls or windows with a fall wreath is an easy and affordable idea to help you celebrate the season and make your home feel welcoming and warm. From traditional wreaths made with dried leaves or foraged materials to modern wreaths that reinvent tradition with bold colors and creative forms, there is a fall wreath for every style and mood.
Check out this lively mix of store-bought and DIY fall wreath ideas in a range of materials, colors, and styles to inspire you to mark the season with some autumnal decor of your own.
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DIY Sweetgum Balls Wreath
Inspired By Charm used foraged sweetgum balls from a tree in the yard to make a pair of neutral-toned fall wreaths, and hung them from a peg rail for a homey feel. If you don't have a sweetgum tree in your backyard, you can source dried sweetgum balls online.
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Back Door Wreath
Emily Henderson Design hung a multicolored wreath on the back door in shades of gray, cream, orange, and rusty red that complements the door paint color, siding, and brick steps laden with seasonal pumpkins.
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Faux Dried Reed Wreath
Bria Hammel Interiors hung a faux dried reed wreath on an inside door to add subtle autumn vibes to a neutral interior. The wreath can be pulled out every season but is neutral enough to work year-round, or can be embellished with seasonal ribbons or dried florals depending on the occasion.
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Wreath With Velvet Ribbon
Finding Lovely used double-sided copper-colored velvet ribbon to dress up a "gathered" fall wreath made from twisted branches secured with brown wire for a slightly wild natural look. If you're not into DIY or in possession of a yard in which to forage, adding ribbon to a store-bought wreath can add some old-fashioned charm to your seasonal decor.
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DIY Felt Leaf Fall Wreath
Lia Griffith made a DIY felt leaf wreath that mixes natural and artificial materials. Delicate felt leaves in autumnal shades of burnt orange, purple, deep reds, and light gray are attached to a rustic twig wreath with a glue gun. You can sub the twig wreath for a grapevine wreath and customize colors according to your preferences. The wreath can be hung indoors on a wall or in a window or used as a Thanksgiving centerpiece on a large table.
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DIY Feather Wreath
Inspired By Charm mixed natural feathers, dried wheat stalks, and rust-colored bunny tails to create a fanciful fall wreath. Hung here on an antique glass-front china cabinet filled with seasonal blankets, the wreath would work just as well on a wall, in a window, or as part of a holiday table spread.
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Back Door Wreath
A grapevine wreath strung with mini faux turned leaf vine branches adds vibrancy and fall flair to this gray back door from Emily Henderson Design.
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DIY Dried Grass Fall Wreath
The Merrythought made a simple DIY dried grass hoop wreath from a mix of store-bought and foraged grass and floral stems such as bunny tails, stardust gypsum, deconstructed wheat bunch, cream bouquet, and sage bouquet. The neutral and brown colors and delicate construction work well in a minimalist neutral interior but could also work in a more traditional or farmhouse style interior.
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Pale Mini Pumpkins Wreath
Lovely Indeed chose a soft neutral palette for this festive fall front door wreath made from mini pumpkins in shades of off-white and pink. The modern DIY wreath complements the bright yellow door and pale gray exterior paint color of the house, while a jumble of white pumpkins rounds out the fall decorations.
Tip
When decorating for fall, don't feel forced to use traditional autumn colors or classic forms. Your seasonal decor should match the style and feel of your home to make it feel both cohesive and personal.
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Fall Wreath DIY
This DIY fall wreath from Craftberry Bush is made from dried florals and mini pumpkins, hung casually from a vintage door on the wall of the living room for a nonchalant feel.
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Over the Bed Wreath
Adding a fall wreath to any room in the house is an easy way to energize your space and remind you of the passing of time. Emily Henderson Design decorated this bedroom for fall with a pumpkin candle at the bedside, cozy textiles, and a natural autumn wreath hung above the bed.
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DIY Rose Gold Laurel Wreath
Modern Glam made a vibrant rose gold laurel hoop wreath that reflects light and adds metallic gleam to a simple white glass-paned door. A black-and-white ribbon ties it in with the neutral decor. The easy DIY fall decor project took less than 30 minutes and involved spray-painting and cutting up a magnolia garland before attaching it to a simple hoop.
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Custom Color Wreath
Finding Silver Pennies used a grapevine wreath as a base for this autumnal wreath that is embellished with fall branches and stems in shades of pink and purple as well as dried lotus pods attached with a glue gun that works well against the coastal blue and white decor. Making your own DIY wreath means that you can customize the colors to suit your taste and style.
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Dried Wheat Wreath
A simple wheat stalk wreath adds a homey harvest feel above a dish cabinet in this autumnal interior from Emily Henderson Design.
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Easy DIY Fall Wreath
My 100 Year Old Home made a DIY wreath by embellishing a eucalyptus wreath with additional florals and some small apples to accommodate a large door. The colorful, voluminous finished wreath works well for fall or to dress the door up for Thanksgiving guests.
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DIY Dried Flowers Wreath
The House That Lars Built made a bright and colorful fall wreath using dried baby's breath and flowers that mixes orange, pink, and blue flowers for a fresh take on the traditional fall color palette.
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DIY Pampas Grass Wreath
A Beautiful Mess made a simple DIY pampas grass wreath for fall that is finished with mustard-colored yarn to add boho-style seasonal vibes.
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DIY Fall Hoop Wreath
Modern Glam made a quick and easy DIY fall wreath using an embroidery hoop decorated with dahlias, mums, wheat, and eucalyptus, attached with a hot glue gun and finished with ribbon.
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Moody Corner Wreath
Emily Henderson Design hung a dark leaf fall wreath in a quiet reading corner that has moody autumn vibes that make you want to curl up and read with a hot mug of tea.
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Minimal Hoop Wreath
Finding Lovely added a hoop wreath from the glass-paned door that adds an understated nod to the season to greet visitors.
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Natural Wheat Wreath
A simple wheat wreath adds rustic charm to a modern interior from Emily Henderson Design.
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DIY Fall Book Page Wreath
Thistlewood Farms turned a dog-ravaged encyclopedia into a DIY fall wreath by salvaging un-chewed pages and cutting them into leaf shapes to make a black-and-white fall wreath.
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Dark Berry Wreath
Nest Out West hung a dark berry wreath on the door that works for fall and can be carried into the holidays with the addition of twinkly lights on bare branches.
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Orange + Burgundy Wreath
Inspired By Charm used this large and colorful fall front door wreath to set the orange and burgundy color palette for a fall front porch decorated with corn stalks, pumpkins, and mums.
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Dried Acorn Wreath
Finding Lovely made a DIY fall wreath from foraged acorns that were baked at a low temperature before using. The acorns were glue-gunned to wire hangers recycled from the dry cleaner for a virtually free project.
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Repurposed Fall Wreath
Modern Glam created a DIY fall wreath by repurposing a previous project and using materials on hand, from the eucalyptus base to the additional wheat, acorns, and flowers.
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DIY Copper Leaf Wreath
My 100 Year Old Home made this DIY copper leaf wreath from scratch, hand-painting the leaves for a rustic look.
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Mixed Paper Fall Wreath DIY
Craftberry Bush hung this DIY mixed paper fall wreath from a faux trophy head over the mantel for a modern rustic feel.
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DIY Crepe Paper Corn Wreath
The House That Lars Built put a colorful modern twist on the traditional fall harvest corn wreath with this DIY crepe paper corn wreath that includes metallic copper and gold that pops against a dark gray door.
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Dried Twigs and Hydrangeas
Thistlewood Farms used dried summer hydrangeas to create a front door wreath for fall that is embellished with twigs from the yard and additional greenery and flowers.
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Minimalist Fall Wreath
Complement a minimalist interior with an understated fall wreath like this DIY Friendsgiving wreath from The Merrythought made with dried plants and grasses from the backyard around a wood base for a soft, asymmetrical feel.
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Autumn Wreath DIY
Craftberry Bush created this lush and vibrant DIY fall wreath with faux foliage, berries, wheat stalks, and dahlias.
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Autumnal Floral Wreath DIY
A Beautiful Mess attached fluffy faux florals in shades of orange and red to a foam wreath form to create this front door wreath that warms up the front entrance with saturated fall colors that feel welcoming and warm.
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Neutral Halloween Wreath
A Beautiful Mess added Halloween vibes to these double front doors with a neutral Halloween wreath in shades of black and white. Made from grapevine wreaths, the twin wreaths are decorated with spooky nods to the fall holiday that are understated and adult-friendly while pleasing the whole family.
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Virtual Wreath Pillows
You can evoke the charm of a wreath using wall hangings or textiles that you can trot out each year as part of your seasonal decor. My 100 Year Old Home gave this guest bedroom a fall makeover with a jug of faux apples and some pale pumpkins on the nightstand, and wreath-printed throw pillows on the beds.
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Maximalist DIY Fall Wreath
Liz Marie Blog made a maximalist fall wreath with farmhouse vibes using a woven vine wreath and fall foliage, feathers, and mini pumpkins. The wreath is hung on a wall of shelving that contains a multitude of terracotta pots for a cohesive color palette that mixes white with warm earth tones.
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Double Door Wreaths
A front door fall wreath (or two) can work as standalone decor or as part of a front porch decorating plan that includes plants, heirloom pumpkins, and accessories, like this dressed up front porch from Maison de Cinq. The double door wreaths are finished with striped rust-and-cream ribbons for a warm touch.
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Fall Wreath + Garland
Liz Marie Blog decorated this neutral modern farmhouse fall mantel with a generous but simple arrangement that consists of eucalyptus branches wrapped around a grapevine wreath and covering the fireplace mantel. Some scattered white pumpkins complete the neutral fall look.
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Golden Pumpkin Wreath
The Merrythought made a simple fall wreath using a metal hoop base, with a cluster of golden mini pumpkins to add a festive feel.
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Fresh Mandarin Wreath
This fresh mandarin wreath from A Beautiful Mess could work for late fall, Thanksgiving, or Christmas, with its simple appeal and vibrant color combination.
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Outdoor Fireplace Wreath
While many homeowners opt to decorate the front porch for the holidays, My 100 Year Old Home decorated the covered back porch of this Southern California home in shades of pink and orange. A large wreath is hung prominently at the center over the fireplace. Large vases of faux flowers and branches throughout the space complement the wreath and drench the space with warm color.
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Rose-Colored Berry Wreath
A leafy wreath augmented with rose-colored berries leans casually on the mantel of this living room decorated for fall by Maison de Cinq.
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DIY Mini Pumpkin Wreath
Mini faux pink and orange pumpkins in a mix of matte and shiny finishes decorate a DIY indoor-outdoor autumn-themed wreath hung on a glass-paned door from My 100 Year Old Home.
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Baby's Breath Wreath
The House That Lars Built made a post-Halloween, pre-Thanksgiving door wreath from a base of inexpensive baby's breath that was spray painted in an array of autumnal colors and attached to a foam wreath form.
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Textural Yarn Wreath
Lovely Indeed built a textural yarn wreath on a wire frame covered in lengths of woven, twisted, and knotted yarn. The modern design stands out here against a bright yellow door, but the DIY wreath could work just as well indoors as part of a modern decor scheme.
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Succulent Wreath
Finding Silver Pennies decorated the front porch for fall with a muted palette and natural elements like heirloom pumpkins, fresh corn stalks, and bushy ferns, keeping the faux succulent wreath from summer up to maintain a breezy feel that matches the New England coastal home.
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Hand-Painted Fall Wreath
My 100 Year Old Home created a two-step DIY fall wreath by painting white card stock scrapbook paper with metallic paint in shades of pink, orange, and gold. All three colors were rolled onto the sheet for a varied effect that doesn't require any painting experience. A stencil was used to trace out leaf shapes on the back of the painted paper that were then cut out and affixed to a wire wreath frame painted gold.
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Fresh Flower Mirror Wreath
A Beautiful Mess made a DIY fresh flower wreath and hung it inside on an antique mirror to add cozy fall vibes. Making a wreath with fresh flowers allows them to dry out on the wreath, so that the appearance changes subtly as the season progresses.
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Dried Wheat Wreath
A store-bought dried wheat wreath leaned against the mantel is part of a wheat-themed fall display from Thistlewood Farms that's as neutral as the rest of the farmhouse room.
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Kitchen Cabinet Wreath
Casa Watkins Living placed a large and colorful fall wreath in an unexpected corner of the kitchen that makes it a fun surprise rather than a traditional centerpiece. You can use seasonal decor to brighten up any corner of the house, from an empty hallway wall to a bathroom or mudroom.
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Farmhouse Fall Wreath
My 100 Year Old Home used a pricey metal leaf and flower wreath from Anthropologie as inspiration for this lower budget version that cost $48 to make. The flowers and leaves are spray-painted with acrylic paint, and the oval shape is a small change from the traditional round shape of the original.
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Dollar Tree Wreath
DIY Candy made a budget-friendly pair of Dollar Tree wreaths with neutral beige ribbon-wrapped foam wreath forms. The neutral wreath forms are decorated with clusters of mini burlap pumpkins and faux leaves. Wrapping the wreath forms with ribbon placed at an angle helps it to hug the circular shape without gaps, and a hot glue gun keeps decorations in place.
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Window Frame Wreath
My 100 Year Old Home layered a fall wreath over a cluster of decorative vintage windows on the taupe wall of this modern farmhouse living room to add dimension to the holiday arrangement.
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Mini DIY Pampas Wreath
Modern Glam made a delicate little pampas grass wreath tied with two-tone ribbon and hung it from a vintage French mirror to add an autumnal feel to this fall mantel layered with mirrors and framed artwork and laden with candles.
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Triple Fall Window Wreaths
My 100 Year Old Home hung three identical wreaths in the upper half of large main living room windows to provide symmetry and multiply the autumnal cheer. The wreaths are visible from both inside and outside for a double dose of seasonal decor.
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DIY Wood Slice Wreath
Twisting inexpensive wood slice branches into a wreath shape is an easy DIY answer to a rustic fall wreath, like this one from Thistlewood Farms.
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Kitchen Wreath Centerpiece
The most trafficked room in the house is a perfect spot for seasonal decor like a fall wreath that changes the mood. Casa Watkins Living hung a colorful fall wreath in shades of green and burnt orange over the range hood, creating a seasonal focal point in the kitchen while adding color and an extra dose of warmth to the cheerful space.
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Scattered Berry Wreath
Maison de Cinq chose door wreaths scattered with pinkish-red berries that offer a subtle take on a fall palette, and decorated the front porch floor with bunches of potted flowers and heirloom pumpkins.
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DIY Picture Frame Wreath
If you're a fan of maximalist design, consider adding a base layer to the door before decorating it with a wreath. Thistlewood Farms added a $1 thrift store frame that hadn't yet been put to use to the front door to use as a base for a colorful wreath, adding an extra layer of decor without a shopping spree.
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Boho-Style Fall Wreath
Casa Watkins Living created a personal take on boho-style fall decor by adorning a bicycle wheel-style wreath form with DIY gilded dry grapefruit slices and bundles of faux flowers in tones of warm orange and dusty rose.
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Asymmetrical Fall Wreath
Modern Glam decorated one side of a grapevine wreath with an assortment of dried florals in sepia tones, then tied it up with velvet ribbon for a simple DIY wreath that celebrates autumn.
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Fall/Halloween Wreath
My 100 Year Old Home made this DIY wreath to decorate the front door for fall in shades of burgundy and orange, and to add a welcoming doorstep feel for the roughly 600 trick-or-treaters who ring the bell every Thanksgiving.
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Rustic Starburst Wreath
A Beautiful Mess made a simple rustic starburst wreath for fall with assorted twigs and homemade chunky yarn pompoms that were hot glue gunned to a cut-out cardboard base.
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Dried Hydrangea Wreath
Thistlewood Farms hung a simple dried hydrangea wreath above this farmhouse mantel that creates a bridge between summer and fall.
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Minimalist Fall Wreath DIY
Most Lovely Things made ultra simple, minimalist DIY fall wreaths using things on hand—grapevine wreaths, some ribbon, an apple from the refrigerator, and a tiny pumpkin that a friend had dropped by, securing the fresh produce to the wreath with simple toothpicks.
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Macrame Fall Wreath
Casa Watkins Living created a DIY fall wreath with breezy boho-style vibes. The wreath is made using an embroidery loop, with simple macrame knots, tassels, and faux flowers to add color.