Can I let you in on a little secret? I have an obsession with door wreaths. I have dozens already, yet I just can’t stop making them. I’ve been trying to talk the hubs into build a rack in the basement to hang my collection of wreaths, but he’s not feeling it. Maybe if I make a few more it’ll convince him to build that rack :).
I love the look of magnolia leaves, especially paired with burlap. For this wreath, I used artificial magnolia leaves, but if you have access to a magnolia tree you could use real leaves.
I’m using an 18″ straw wreath form because it’s what I had on hand, but a foam wreath form would work just as well. I decided to leave the plastic on the straw wreath, just because I was going to cover it with burlap anyway, and I thought it might help hold it’s form.
I wrapped burlap garland around the wreath form. Once I got all the way around the wreath, I cut the garland and used hot glue to attach the end. {Note: once the leaves are attached to the wreath and it’s hanging on a door, you really can’t see much of the burlap. I just wanted the base to look nice in case it was visible from certain angles, but if you’re in a pinch, you could probably do without it.}
I purchased stems of artificial magnolia leaves from Hobby Lobby, and removed the individual leaves from the stems (they pop right off). I ended up using 5 stems for my 18″ wreath. They were originally $5 each, but I got them on sale for 50% off.
Start layering the leaves on top of the burlap wrapped wreath form, using hot glue to attach the leaves to the wreath. Magnolia leaves have a green front and a brown back. I decided to use only the green side up, but I think it would also be pretty to turn some of the leaves over to incorporate some brown ones.
Do not glue the entire leaf to the wreath form. Only put glue on the back of the bottom half of the leaf, letting the top half flare out from the wreath a bit.
When you make it all the way around the wreath, glue the last row of leaves underneath the first row so it’s seamless all the way around. Once you’ve gone all the way around the wreath, look for any spots that look a little thin and glue an extra leaf or two in those spots if needed.
I made a bow for the bottom of the wreath, and decided to add an “E” as well. (Our last name starts with E). I just purchased a wooden E from Michael’s, and painted it to match the bow. I tied a strip of ribbon around the top of the wreath, then slipped the top part of the E through the ribbon so it would hang down in the center of the wreath.
I’m still not 100% sure if I like it better with or without the E. What do you think?
I love the clean look of this magnolia leaf wreath. It’s really versatile and would look great during any season. I’m planning to keep it on our front door for the rest of the summer and into the fall. What’s your favorite front door decor?
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Beautiful! I love how it turned out…I love the bow..but I think it would look great without it also!
Thanks Kim!!
This wreath looks really beautiful hanging on the door. I love that you added the monogram hanging on it! It is a perfect, personal touch!
Thank you Jamie! The E is growing on me 🙂
I love your Magnolia Wreath the leaves look real. It looks stunning on your front door!
Thank you Kim!! You’re too sweet!
I grew up in the South and have a special place in my heart for Magnolias. But I now live in the PNW, so I don’t have any close by. I think I may need to have my mom send me some in the mail to make this gorgeous wreath. I LOVE it!! Thanks for sharing!
Have you ever read Kelle Hampton’s blog (Enjoying The Small Things)? She moved from Michigan to Florida and her family sends her a giant box of leaves every fall so her kids can play in the leaves :). You should definitely have your mom send you a box! This would be so pretty with real leaves, plus it’ll be like a little piece of your old home on your front door!
I’ve never really thought of using door wreaths other than at Christmas, but I do love how they look. I love the simplicity of this design, but incredibly stylish too.
Thanks for sharing at Marvelous Monday on Smart Party Planning 🙂
Thanks Catherine! While making it I actually questioned whether it would look a little Christmas-y but I just decided to roll with it. And who knows, maybe in December I’ll just slap a few pine cones on it and call it a day :). This was our first Marvelous Monday linkup and we’ll definitely be back! So many great projects to visit!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!
It really is beautiful!!! You should see our collection as well 😉 Oh well, gotta dress that door up! Thanks so much for coming to link up! Your blog is very beautiful!
Thanks so much, Kendra! I think we were reading each others blogs at the same time haha! I was just checking out your board and batten headboard, it’s fantastic!!! You’re so sweet to stop by and comment. So happy to connect with you, and I’m looking forward to seeing more of your projects!
It turned out so pretty and I think with the E gives it that personalization. I love wreaths on my door, too. I change it for every season and for different holidays. I love the color of your door, too, by the way! Now following on FB, too and sharing on my B is For…FB page. 🙂
Thank you Bernadyn! And thanks so much for sharing on Facebook!!!
I love this! I have a thing for wreaths too. Thanks for linking to Motivational Monday!
Thanks Christina!!
This is a beautifully simple wreath! I am featuring it on Turn It Up Tuesday this week!
Hi Rachel! Thank you SO much for featuring our wreath!! Can’t wait to see what else everyone linked up 🙂
Beautiful! Love it! Thanks for sharing with us at Your Designs This Time!
Emily & Erin
Thanks so much Emily!!
Beautiful! Pinned. Please join us tonight at 7 pm and party with us. We would love to have you! http://loulougirls.blogspot.com
Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls
Thanks Kimberly!!
Thank you so much for linking up to Teach Me Tuesday last week. You are very much appreciated. Hope to see you again this week!!
Have a great week!!!d
Thank you Bobbi! And thanks for stopping by!
Gorgeous! It looks amazing on your front door! Thanks so much for linking up at the Creative Sparks Link Party. We are live again today so stop by and link up! http://bit.ly/1pEMI5A
Michelle, thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comment! We were a little late to the party this week but we linked up again! Thanks so much for hosting 🙂
Door wreaths is also a small obsessions of mine, along with mason jars and burlap! 🙂
Love love this wreath! So creative and looks amazing on the door!
Cathy
Thanks so much, Cathy! We’re on the same page…mason jars and burlap are two of my favorite things!
Beautiful wreath! I love the magnolia spin on it–I hardly see this done when I am browsing online or looking through Pinterest! Looks looks fantastic!! 🙂
Thanks for linking up to our Betwitchin Party! Be sure to come back every Sunday starting at 6am EST over at OurMiniFamily.com to link up your projects again!
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Thanks so much, Cathy!
I love this! I’m always looking for new wreath ideas. Thanks for the great tutorial.
Thanks Sami!
Love that wreath!! I don’t think it looks christmas-y at all, but like you said you could add Christmas accents when the times comes. I like home decor that can be used throughout the year. Thanks for linking up to Bewitchin’ Project Block Party, we love having you. Just wanted to let you know that I will be featuring this cute wreath this week. We would love for you to come link up again this Sunday!!
Shonee
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Thank you so much Shonee!! We will definitely be back on Sunday. And I’m totally with you…I love decor that can transition with the seasons. Thanks so much for stopping by!!
I love this! I know it is a few months ago you made this, it is beautiful!
Aww, thank you Emily!!! 🙂