DIY Pumpkin Grapevine Wreath For Fall
September 20, 2012
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How to make a full and pretty pumpkin grapevine wreath!
This fall pumpkin wreath is one of my all time favorite autumn DIY projects! It turned out so beautifully and is so full of warm colors and texture.
Last year I shared how I decorate our small porch for fall:
This year I wanted to do something for the back of our house -- we had an AWESOME patio put in off our deck last summer and we are thoroughly enjoying it. The best part of the whole backyard is the stone fireplace we had installed.
I wanted to create a wreath I could hang on the fireplace, but it had to be able to handle the elements. Cause let’s be honest…I never take the outdoor stuff in. Like…ever.
I use the fake pumpkins from Hob Lob in our window boxes every year, and they hold up year after year. So I figured I’d start there.
I had a grapevine wreath (you can find various sizes at most craft stores or online):
These types of wreaths are a great base for seasonal wreaths. I've shared how I transform this grapevine wreath for all the seasons here.
I just started sticking in faux pumpkins. A few bigger ones first:
And then some smaller ones around those:
These all have a wire pic that comes out of the bottom of them, so I just stuck that into the wreath. NO glue needed! If the pic stuck out in the back I just bent it back into the wreath.
I had most of the pumpkins already, but I did pick up some beady berry pics on sale. They were in big bunches, so I took them apart:
And filled in between the pumpkins:
Three of the beady bunches (say that three times fast) were plenty for this size wreath.
It still needed some FLUFF, so I grabbed some feather jobbies as well (all of these materials were half off at Hobby Lobby):
I had them in gold and brown and used both colors -- I just snipped each one off the pic and stuck them in here and there:
And because I could NOT resist them…I added just a few little butterfly pics too:
They matched too well not to!
It took about 20 minutes to stick everything in (no glue helps to speed things along), and I was THRILLED with how it came out:
I rigged it up around the top of the fireplace with some jute twine – I tried one of those sticky wall hooks but it didn’t stay up for two seconds on that stone.
It is the perfect fall addition to the patio!:
I added some mums for some more pops of color, but didn’t have any extra planters. So I hid the plastic pots with some burlap fabric I had:
I just tore off a strip and wrapped some twine around it to keep it on there.
Last year I had big mums in the pots, but the plants I put in there earlier this summer are doing so well I will leave them:
The DIY placemat pillows have been out constantly for the past year (even some of the winter…told you I don’t take stuff in) and other than being a little faded, they are doing quite well!:
The patio is ready for plenty of crisp fall evenings -- around here they usually consist of a fire, some wine, maybe some marshmallows and the dog:
When are you heading over? Bring an extra blanket and you’ll be set. ;)
LOVE that wreath!! I made a very similar one last fall that I've been wanting to update a little, and I think I may take some of your inspiration. Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteNext time you decide to roast marshmallows, roast Peeps instead (they bring some out soon for Halloween). You will thank me - roasted peeps get carmelized and delicious.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful wreath!! It looks great over the fireplace. Your mums and other fall decor look fabulous too. So cozy!! It's still so hot here, but your outdoor space makes me long for cool weather and nights in front of a fire. Enjoy!
ReplyDeletePaula, I have a feeling I WILL be thanking you. ;) Brilliant.
ReplyDeleteTara it's been uncharacteristically cool here the past couple of weeks -- after this summer it's been SO awesome! I just hope it doesn't hit 90 again. :)
ReplyDeleteVery pretty pumpkin wreath :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing..
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The wreath looks great! But everytime you post something about your awesome patio it makes me dream of someday having a place like that! I love what you did!
ReplyDeleteYou have a talent, my friend! That wreath is ador-a-ble! Love the entire back patio. Costco sells a lantern thing-a-ma-bop that is actually a mosquito repellant (actually it's more of an attractant that zaps them, no chemicals). It worked amazingly well. Of course, it's now packed away so I can't look up the exact name for you, but there are some great options out there now that don't involve deet or stinky body sprays =)
ReplyDeleteSuper cute wreath! And your patio looks so PEACEFUL! Makes me want Fall already, but I'm stuck in Sunny Southern California. Won't be til Mid November knowing my luck!
ReplyDeleteIt looks great!! And sounds pretty simple too.
ReplyDeleteThe wreath looks really nice hung over the fireplace. I am totally in love with the fireplace. On my "want list"....
ReplyDeleteVery pretty Sarah!! I just love your back patio!! Gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteLove your wreath! Thank you for sharing all of your fun Fall ideas, you have such great taste and talent! :)
ReplyDeleteLove, love, lurve your wreath! It is the perfect size on your chimney, too! I want to just "fall" into your sofas out there!
ReplyDeleteThe wreath looks great and your outdoor sitting area looks so comfy!
ReplyDeleteYou could have hung a toilet seat from that fireplace, and it would have looked great! Love that thing! However, the wreath you made is pretty darn stunning! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteSo inviting! I'm on my way & brining my blanket...in my dreams! Maybe I can fit one of those wreaths between my storm & front doors...hmmmm.
ReplyDeleteI LOOOVE that wreath! I always have a thing for little pumpkins.. and think about doing a wreath with them, and yours is by FAR my favorite! Love the extra touches you added to it. So perfectly done. And it looks great on your patio :) ~Bre
ReplyDeletebeautiful! love that wreath! and your patio yet again! We use our back deck more in the fall too - way to hot here in GA to be outside in the summer.
ReplyDeleteHow adorable- I love how the whole setup just oozes fall goodness!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! That wreath adds sooo much character to your fireplace area that it's unbelievable. I can't believe you made that! You inspire me so much! I visit your blog everyday for my daily fix of quality decor and design and each day you impress me even more than the day before. I could read your posts all day. -Blessings! Eloise.
ReplyDeleteI love that you chose to decorate your patio - we enjoy ours, especially at this time of the year too! Great idea to extend the fall feel there. Also, love how the wreath turned out.
ReplyDeleteNOw this is a fall wreath! LOVE all the pumpkins and the festive berries! YOur porch is just gorgeous!!!! I would live outdoors if I had that outdoor room!
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Love the wreath.. Your entire outdoor space looks great.
ReplyDeleteThe wreath is fantastic. Of course, the fireplace backdrop doesn't hurt the presentation any! ~ Maureen
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! The entire patio looks so welcoming! Your wreath turned out so well.
ReplyDeleteThe perfect touch!
ReplyDeleteOhhhhhh, love the butterflies! And the location. Still loving that patio!
ReplyDeleteLooks amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely love the wreath and your outdoor setting!
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I was at Hobby Lobby yesterday here in MI but didn't see those flower fillers you put in the wreath. The long garland were over $40 - I kept walking....
ReplyDeleteI did stop at the dollar store & managed to find small battery operated flickering candles for a buck. Not bad - picked up 5 of them. Now to recreate a project that I've seen you do!
Liz
That's an AMAZING outdoor space!!!! WOW! and I love your wreath...you've just helped me decide on my fall wreath!
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Very cute.
ReplyDeleteThe flowers in the pot behind the petunias are, I think, Begonias.
ReplyDeleteLOVE your patio! And to whomever suggested roasted peeps, I am going to try that!!
Such a cozy space, love it! Mosquitos love me too, really it is ridiculous, through clothing, the works! Bring on FAAAALL!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! When you say you started sticking the pumpkins to the wreath, did you do that with hot glue?? Thanks for your help! Kirby @ kirbyathome.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteomg it's fabulous!! you did such a great job!!
ReplyDeletethat.wreath.is.AWESOME! I love it :)
ReplyDeleteGreat project. Where did you find your patio furniture? Trying to find some on sale any ideas?
ReplyDeleteLove the wreath! Enjoyed the square one you did last year, too (loved that one so much that I made one myself).
ReplyDeleteOk, the burlap covering the plastic pots... AMAZING! Easy and looks great. The patio looks so cozy and inviting! Thanks Sarah!
ReplyDeleteSarah, this looks like heaven! I'm on my way!
ReplyDeleteI will be there as soon as I can...should I bring a blender?
ReplyDeleteI love your patio would just hang out there all the time. If you don't have a fence...you might find me there some evening. ;)
I wish I could hang a pretty wreath out back. With the way the wind blows here...it would be in the next county. :)
Kelly
Simply beautiful! And I covet your fireplace patio.
ReplyDeleteQUESTION ABOUT YOUR PATIO FURNITURE: Do you bring it in during the rain? Does it get mold in it? Or maybe its just a florida thing. I love the furniture, so just curious! lol :) Thanks! :) Love your decor btw! The wreath (esp the butterfly) is beautiful!
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