Remember when I knocked-off Ballard's Burlap Vases? I love perusing home catalogs and being struck with the
I loved this Magnolia Wreath in the latest Pottery Barn Catalog, but didn't love the $99 price tag:
(Don't think I'm not eyeballing the metallic wreath too!)
Especially since I have a Magnolia tree in my backyard! Mr. Sugarplum spends the summer cursing it for dropping little pods in the pool, but I'm pretty thrilled about having it right now!
(Note to self: wash windows and reposition rug pad!)
Let's start with what you need...ring form, glue gun and a mini-pile of glue sticks, Command hook...and of course, Magnolia leaves. I had Mr. Sugarplum do some unnecessary pruning on our tree, plucked off the leaves, then hosed them down in the kitchen sink (in case there were any critters).
Once the leaves were dry, I attached them one at time with only a dab of glue. They are placed on an angle around the circumference, then I glued a second, staggered layer. I prefer the leaves without the extra stem, so I just snipped those off.
Next I flipped the wreath over and glued a layer around the back. These leaves only protruded the center of the wreath by a couple of inches and were placed at the opposite angle of the front layer.
The leaves set very quickly so there is no wait time between layers. Finally, I flipped the wreath back over and glued a ring of smaller leaves around the middle to cover the base of the stems.
A little ribbon attached to a handy-dandy Command hook, and you're good to go!
The leaves have a gorgeous natural shine, and the color is so fresh and vibrant. We don't have a real Christmas tree, so I love being able to bring some natural elements in elsewhere.
We aren't spending a lot of time in the backyard these chilly days, but if we were, the wreath would be a pretty view from the back as well.
(oops, nice reflection of crazy crafter in her pajamas!)
I had leftover supplies, so I made a smaller version for the picture window in the breakfast room. You can see the Command hook I used (those things are genius!):
Oh! And did I mention my version was only $2? I only had to buy the ring....glue and ribbon I had on hand, and nature provided the leaves. How do you think they compare?
Love it! It will be beautiful once it dries too!!
ReplyDeleteThis is so fun! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThis is my favorite DIY so far this fall/winter. $2! simple 3 (4?) step process! simple elegant natural aesthetic! Even I, a low-maintenance minimalist with zero initiative, could wow the fam with this project. It shouldn't even be called a project, except to the kids who will be the ones gathering the leaves. YES! Thank you Cassie!
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So beautiful! I think I need to steal a branch from my parents magnolia and do this myself!
ReplyDeleteSUPER cute (of course)! You could even paint them like the PB version if they dry out after awhile. Love it.
ReplyDeleteThis looks so beautiful. Great job. I wish I had a magnolia tree.
ReplyDeleteNice job! I bought a magnolia wreath from a tree farm 4 years ago for $80. It turn brown 1 year later but now it is the perfect fall wreath. I hope yours holds up as well as mine has. I store it in a box so that nothing can break the crispy leave.
ReplyDeleteBetter than the original!!!
ReplyDeleteHello my little elf. Way better than the original. We are rockin' the faux Christmas tree over here as well . . . do you know that I completely forgot we have a magnolia tree in our year. It never blooms well, but sure does have those gorgeous leaves. Thanks for the how to my friend. I think I will make two for my French doors.
ReplyDeleteGreat job, it really looks good. My sister and I always drool over this room in the catalog. You made it look easy, I might just try my luck.
ReplyDeletei love the natural simplicity of this wreath- and the white bow is perfect!!! it's beautiful, cassie!
ReplyDeleteI don't have a magnolia tree myself, but seeing all of these great wreaths made from their leaves makes me want to swipe some from my neighbors!
ReplyDeleteVERY pretty!! I love the bright green color. Magnolia trees are my fave :)
ReplyDeleteI'm really lovin' the vibrant green of the leaves, especially beautiful as winter sets in!
ReplyDeleteYep, I like yours better...and $2?!?! Amazing. I love bringing in the outdoors, fresh greenery just adds an element that nothing else can. I'm lovin' it!
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I like your wreath better than the original! Now this is a project I can do today! We have magnolia trees so this is perfect. I love your simple white bow. Nice simple and elegant! Thank you for theinspiration.
ReplyDeleteAt the risk of copying. I love it! How fantastic to use something from your own garden, that's free and green. Clearly it will look great brown too. I couldn't help but think what a great Grecian head piece you could create with those leaves and a toga. :)
ReplyDeleteI love this! I made a dried magnolia wreath for the fall, but I love the way the light streams in through the green, it's gorgeous! I think this means I have to make another trip to my mother's house to get more leaves!
ReplyDeleteYou're making me want to "borrow" some leaves from the neighbor's yard! That's great to have a magnolia tree in your backyard! $2 never looked so good!!
ReplyDeleteCassie you are so clever - I'm going to go hunting in the garden this weekend to see what leaves i can use for this project!
ReplyDeleteRachie xo
I love this idea!! Now, if only I had some trees with leaves on them! haha.
ReplyDeleteIt's so pretty! Gosh you're so clever! And, frankly, I much prefer your green one to the brown PB one. Nice job!
ReplyDeleteThat is gorgeous! I love the vibrant color! So pretty!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful!! Simple, natural and elegant.
ReplyDeleteIt is gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that you posted this DIY. I was just thinking about making one of these this weekend! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteIt's awesome, Cassie! And a great price, too. I love the bright green and freshness it offers.
ReplyDeleteAh I love that! And I even have 2 magnolia trees in the back yard. Why haven't I done this yet??
ReplyDeleteThat looks fab! We had a magnolia tree in our backyard growing up, so I've always love the blooms and the leaves. Your wreaths are great!
ReplyDeleteawesome! i have a trash bin and at times two stray cats in my backyard...i want to see what wreath you come up with that :)
ReplyDeletebut seriously, i love magnolia leaves and think the liver greenery is the perfect accent to your sunny room.
kudos! and on a different note, i have another wreath project i am highlighting tomorrow! great minds think alike!
That wreath looks amazing!! I just might have to try to recreate that but I am so not crafty! Great job!
ReplyDeleteLove it (I'm a Mississippi girl). Can't wait to try this next year!
ReplyDeleteI love this! I just created a magnolia wreath of my own a week ago and I saw yours on the link party!
ReplyDeleteLOVE it - we have magnolias in our new yard, I will have to try this next year once the trees are mature!
ReplyDeleteLove the wreath. Oh I would love a Magnolia tree. .of course that would mean I was living in a warmer climate and that would be truly great!
ReplyDelete~ ~Ahrisha~ ~
That is absolutely beautiful! The magnolia tree is one of my favorites, and you surely made great use of the beautiful leaves.
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Your wreath is adorable ~ I love it!
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Have a very happy Labor day!
yours is better than pottery barns. nice work.
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ReplyDeleteCheri
Oh my gosh!! I love,love,LOVE this!! I wish I had a magnolia tree up here in Illinois! Wanna ship me some leaves?? ;) -jk
ReplyDeleteLove it! I love the price tag, too. The sun looks so nice coming through the door. Good job!!
ReplyDeleteGreat job! If you want to add a little shine or just to keep your leaves a bit longer, you can rub them with a little bit of oil (baby, vegetable, any kind really).
ReplyDeleteThis is such a lovely alternative to an evergreen wreath. The colour is really pretty! Can't wait to give it a go. In the spirit of all things xmassy, here's some of the coolest Xmas Tees around, enjoy :) http://bit.ly/XEPHxl
ReplyDeleteI am so excited! We just moved into a new home with a magnolia tree in the yard. I am SO going to make a wreath for our front door. I think it will look great in the spring as well as for Christmas.
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