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Paper Wreath DIY (Paper Bag Leaves)

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By Janine Waite · Published on Aug 25, 2022
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Make a fall wreath or garland for your autumn home decorations. Here’s an easy Paper Wreath DIY that uses recycled paper bag leaves. You’ll need a few things for this project, like a grocery store paper bag, scissors, glue, a grapevine wreath, and a white chalk pen, to name a few.

paper wreath diy
Photo: My Photography

Fall home decor crafts are super duper fun to create. I like to make my decor and especially wreaths. This project is easy, unique, and impressive. Also, it can be made in under an hour.

Read more: Paper Wreath DIY (Paper Bag Leaves)

Let’s talk about wreaths!

Boy, do I have a lot of wreath projects over here on the blog. If you need a bunch of fun projects, you might also want to check out my other wreaths.

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Paper Wreath DIY

Paper projects always fascinate me.

And when you combine paper with a wreath, you have a great combination.

You see, I’ve wanted to make some paper bag leaves, and what better project than to make a wreath!

For this wreath, you’ll want to save your paper bags from the grocery store! It’s always a good thing to upcycle some bags.

Ok, without further delay, let’s get this craft project started!

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Photo: My Photography

By the way, this post is part of a fun fall decorating blog hop. So, make sure to check out my friend’s lovely fall homes down below.

How to Make a Paper Bag Leaf Wreath

Supplies:

2-3 brown grocery store paper bags

1 grapevine wreath

leaf template

scissors

pencil

white chalk pen

hot glue gun and glue sticks

white wool balls

acorn caps

small branches (optional)

ribbon

cinnamon sticks (optional)

paper bag leaves
Photo: My Photography

Directions:

recycled paper bag projects

Step 1 – Download Leaf Template

I have a leaf template that you might want to use for this project. You can get the template here. Once you have the template printed out, cut it out with scissors. Now use this cutout leaf for your template.

Cut out about 24 leaves. You can view them in the next photo. I also made a small, simple design that looks like a eucalyptus leaf.

paper wreath diy

Step 2 – Draw the Veins on the Leaves

Use your white chalk pen and draw the veins on the leaves. I feel the more sketchy the lines, the more realistic they appear.

paper rosette

Step 3 – Make a Paper Rosette Flower

This is an optional step. You can find the instructions on my Rosette flower blog post. For this petite rosette, I used a small round glass as my template. Also, I only made one rosette for this wreath.

paper bag leaves

Step 4 – Make the Acorns

These acorns are simple to make. Place a dab of hot glue on the underside of the acorn cap and place it onto the wool ball. Hold it there for a couple of seconds to ensure it adheres to the ball.

Step 5 – Assemble the Wreath

Place your leaves on the grapevine wreath with a glue gun. I also inserted a few natural branches and attached my simple leaves to them. I like the effect of my added branches. It has a more organic and lively feel.

Add a ribbon to your wreath if you like. I went with a natural beige ribbon to feel more natural.

paper wreath diy
Photo: My Photography

So, let’s get our fall decorating started. Create a room that’s cozy and inviting! And don’t forget to make this fun fall wreath!

Thanks for visiting, and happy crafting this fall!

Cheers,

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  1. Renae

    August 25, 2022 at 6:36 am

    I absolutely love this! It’s gorgeous. W especially love the acorns, such a clever idea. Happy Fall!

    Reply
  2. Robyn Huff

    August 25, 2022 at 6:54 am

    I really want to try this! So beautiful, Janine!

    Reply
  3. ashley

    August 25, 2022 at 9:02 am

    I’m obsessed! You know I love that paper leaf garland you made years ago. And now this! Pinned.

    Reply
  4. Pasha is Home

    August 25, 2022 at 5:24 pm

    Janine – the leaves on this wreath are sooo pretty! You are so talented my friend! I love the paper garland on your mantel too ;)!

    Reply
  5. Annie Diamond

    August 25, 2022 at 6:48 pm

    Janine, I love this project! So simple using paper bags, but so gorgeous. My favorite kind of project!
    xo
    annie

    Reply
  6. Melaine Thompson

    August 25, 2022 at 8:33 pm

    Love, love, love this diy wreath!

    Reply
  7. Laura

    August 26, 2022 at 5:11 am

    I love this Janine! It turned it out sooooo good! And now I wanna make one too. 🙂

    Reply
  8. Krista

    August 28, 2022 at 9:59 am

    Such a sweet wreath for fall, Janine. I love those paper leaves! Thanks for sharing the tutorial!

    Reply
  9. annie

    September 12, 2022 at 7:16 pm

    Your paper bag leaf wreath is exactly what I need for the dutch door leading into our butler’s pantry. I always like to add a seasonal touch to the window, it’s hard to find things that don’t compete with the background For this wreath, did you enlarge the size of the leaf template? Thanks for this great, creative post!

    Reply
  10. Renae Frey

    August 14, 2023 at 9:59 am

    Your wreath is so beautiful! I love it!

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    • Janine Waite

      August 15, 2023 at 3:09 pm

      Thank you, Renae! I’m so happy you like my paper bag leaf wreath!

  11. Sue

    August 14, 2023 at 11:33 am

    This is so beautiful Janine! I think I might try this!! Thank you for the wonderful inspiration… as always!!

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    • Janine Waite

      August 15, 2023 at 3:09 pm

      Thanks so much, Sue! You’re so kind.

  12. Sue

    August 14, 2023 at 11:33 am

    This is so beautiful Janine! I think I might try this!! Thank you for the wonderful inspiration… as always!!

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