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Fall Leaf Garland: Decorating with the Beauty of Nature

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Learn how to make a quick and easy fall leaf garland that can be hung anywhere in the home where you want a little fall color. Great for the entire season.

One of the things I love about living in Southwestern Pennsylvania is watching the leaves change color in the fall. The other day I went out for a walk. The air was crisp and cool and I started picking up some of the leaves that had fallen. Pretty soon I had an armful, so I thought I’d bring my treasure inside and made a fall leaf garland for my kitchen window.

Natural Leaf Garland

Learn how to make a quick and easy fall leaf garland that can be hung anywhere in the home where you want a little fall color. Great for the entire season.

 

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The Materials

Learn how to make a quick and easy fall leaf garland that can be hung anywhere in the home where you want a little fall color. Great for the entire season.

The Process

Gather fall leaves. Wipe them clean of dirt and debris.

Measure out enough rope to cover the area you want to hang the garland. I decided to hang my at the kitchen window. Add a little extra to make a knot on each end. Normally I have a small valance hanging there. I removed the rod and used the brackets for hanging the garland.

Learn how to make a quick and easy fall leaf garland that can be hung anywhere in the home where you want a little fall color. Great for the entire season.

Next coat the leaves with Mod Podge. This gives them a glossy look and helps to keep them from drying out and crumbling.

Learn how to make a quick and easy fall leaf garland that can be hung anywhere in the home where you want a little fall color. Great for the entire season.

Then starting with the largest leaves hot glue them to the rope to make a base. Add mid-sized and small leafs on top. I added a little extra in the middle to highlight the center but you can create whatever shape you desire.

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Learn how to make a quick and easy fall leaf garland that can be hung anywhere in the home where you want a little fall color. Great for the entire season.

You can hang this fall leaf garland anywhere in the house. I chose my kitchen window because I didn’t have much fall going on in this room. It adds a beautiful warm glow to the space.

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Comments

  1. That is an amazing idea. So very pretty.
    I’m so happy I’ve discovered your page. I haven’t found anyone that lives near me. I live in W.V. 20 minutes from Mountaineer Field. And the scenery in both states this time of year is breath taking. Better than anywhere else in the U.S. (or at least I believe lol) I am looking forward to exploring your blog. have a wonderful day and keep up the fantastic ideas.

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    • Hey neighbor!
      So glad you found the blog and I can’t agree with you more about just how beautiful it is this time of year. I don’t know if its me or not but this year seems especially colorful. Thanks for stopping by and have a great week!

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  3. What a great idea! I was just up in PA and collected beautiful leaves in various shapes, sizes and colors to bring back to FL. In the past, they have crumbled and not lasted very long. My daughter and I are going to make this! Thanks so much much for sharing!

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    • You’re welcome. Even with the mod podge they curled a bit. Some were better than others. Still looks pretty nice after a few week though.
      Thanks for stopping by!

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  4. Living in Central Texas, I don’t have access to all the lovely Fall leaves that I used to get back in New York. BUT I have a huge stash of silk Fall leaves and did something similar to your sweet live banner. I have it hung in my living room window.

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  5. I love this! I haven’t found any pretty colored leaves here in Florida, but we do get a few, so I will have to keep my eye out for them. I had no idea that mod podge would preserve the leaves, I am already dreaming about garlands and wreaths! I am sharing on FB and Twitter and pinning this one. If you have a moment I would love it if you would stop by and share it at Celebrate it Sunday! The party stays open until Friday night! Happy Fall, Chloe

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    • Thanks Carlee. I have to say its holding up great. Not sure if I can keep it until next year but I feel pretty good about it lasting through Thanksgiving. Have a great week!
      Patti

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    • Thanks Angie,
      A few of the leaves did curl on me and I’m not sure why. I then pressed them with a few books and that seemed to straighten them out.
      Have a great week,
      Patti

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