An easy DIY fall wheat wreath that welcomes the season to your front door!
I hope you are all proud of me for waiting until September was officially here to post my first new fall project! I thought if I did it earlier, it would definitely be overkill. I always start outside and couldn’t wait to make something new for the door. My one goal for the front porch was to try and come up with door decor that didn’t involve a grapevine wreath. Not that I don’t like them because I do…but I was ready for a change and I think I came up with a great alternative. This diy fall wheat wreath is easy, doesn’t take too long and is affordable.
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Wheat Wreath List of Supplies
14 in. straw wreath
5 in. wide burlap ribbon
Floral pins
5-6 Bundles of wheat
Scissors
Wire for hanger
- The first thing I want to tell you is to NOT remove the wrapping from the straw wreath. If you leave it on, you will save yourself some clean-up.
- Unwrap your bundles of wheat and cut the pieces of each bundle to about 8 inches.
- Take 6 stems of wheat and starting on the left side, pin the bunch to the wreath. Keep pinning the bunches to the wreath like the spokes on a wheel.
- Move down so the grains of wheat cover your pins. Keep chopping off wheat bundles and pinning until you have filled the wreath.
- I used almost 6 bundles. Loop a piece of wire around the top of the wreath to use for a hanger.
- At this point it’s a good time to spray the wreath with matte sealer. I highly recommend it whenever you are working with dried, natural elements.
If you aren’t a bow person, your wreath is now finished. If you enjoy bows, here is my tutorial on How To Make A Perfect Bow. I think it’s easiest to hang the wreath on my door and then attach the bow. I can better see exactly where I want it. I used two of the floral pins to attach the bow.
Your wreath doesn’t have to be perfect. Just randomly place the bundles of wheat and fill in the holes as best you can. From start to finish this took me about an hour. I have a covered porch so I think it will stand up to the weather well. Time will tell on that and I will let you know. Thanks to the sealer, the wheat hasn’t shed when the door is opened and closed.
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Sweet and simple–just like I prefer! Thank you Ann! Now for my trip to the craft store which is a 100+ mile trip. I live in the “boonies.” I think this lovely wreath is worth the trip.
Oh heavens that’s a long way…but I agree. A wreath would be worth the trip!
This is adorable! I can’t wait to try this…..AND your tutorial on how to make the perfect bow answered my how to questions! Seriously, you should have seen the bow I tried to do without your instructions…..oh my…..that’s all I can say. Thx.
You are welcome! Here’s to making a bunch of lovely bows!
The color & rustic appeal is so charming!!
Paige.Rose
http://www.TheQuaintSanctuary.blogspot.com
Ha! You’re right, Ann, that is an easy tutorial. Maybe I will finally have a wheat wreath after all. :) Now, if only Hobby Lobby wasn’t an hour away…
Most of the supplies for this wreath can probably be found at any discount store…but a trip to Hobby Lobby is always fun. Hope it all works out!
I really enjoy your ideas but most of all I enjoy your positive outlook on everything you do. You are a real inspiration to me.
Thank you Linda…what a lovely thing to say. I am inspired by my readers every day…and am amazed at the kindness you all show me. You are the best!
Gorgeous wreath, Ann! Happy Fall!
~Liz@HoosierHomemade
Just beautiful!
Lovely Fall wreath Anne.
Just lovely! How I love Fall. Can’t happen too soon for me. Not that I’m rushing life….but the summer in North Carolina has been horribly hot. It’s 96 today.
Thanks Ann for always coming up with something new and so pretty.
I like your wreath and thanks for the tip on the spray for the wheat. We also went to Hobby lobby for fall decor items just yesterday. It’s still hot here too and think we are all looking forward to cooler weather.