Fall Paper Wreath

Halloween is over, and it's time to start decorating the house for fall! This wreath is unique and easily customizable for any season.

purchase at LivieLovesCrafts.etsy.com

Supplies:

-12" Wooden Floral & Craft Ring (the size doesn't really matter, that's just what I used)

-Book (I used an old novel from school I didn't intend to read ever again)

-Ribbon

-Hot glue gun

-Mod Podge

-Felt

-Scissors

Step 1

Tear some pages from an old book you've had lying around, but deep down you know you'll never pick up again. Cut the pages into thin strips of varying widths.

Step 2

Curl the strips like you would a ribbon for a present. You will hear that familiar hollow tunnel-like sound. I found the paper is less likely to tear if you keep your scissors closed and use the dull side. Beware the dreaded paper cut!! I wrapped some tape around my finger for a little added caution.

Step 3

If your curls look a little wimpy, that's okay. Just grab the ends of the curl, twist, and pull apart. That should add a little extra bounce. Set aside a bowl or something to keep these curls from mysteriously running off the table (or in my case, being shredded to bits by kittens).

Step 4

Now we need to cover the craft ring with paper, so even if there are gaps between the curls, you won't be able to tell. Cover the ring with mod podge, then tear strips of paper and wrap them around the ring. It doesn't need to look perfect my any means. Wait for the mod podge to dry then flip it over and use some more mod podge to secure any loose pieces. It's best to work one section at a time so it doesn't dry.

Step 5

Once the ring is dry, you are ready to start attaching your curly pieces. Just put a dot of hot glue on the ring, then attach a curly piece. Continue to attach pieces until your wreath has reached the desired fullness. For a fuller looking wreath, attach pieces to the back of the ring as well so they pop over the top.

Step 6 (optional)

You can embellish your wreath with flowers or something cute. I cut flowers out using my Cricut.

Step 7

Attach some ribbon to the back of your wreath, tie in a bow, and hang up your new masterpiece to show off! I used a staple gun to secure my ribbon because it has been extra windy lately.

Have fun decorating for fall everyone!

*If you don't have the supplies or the time to make a wreath of your own, I have one for sale at livielovescrafts.etsy.com!