Looking for fall decoration ideas? Bring the beauty of colorful autumn leaves indoors with DIY fall leaf decorations. All of our fall leaf crafts use decorative or natural leaves to create seasonal home accents that can be used from early fall all the way through Thanksgiving. Everything you need for indoor and outdoor decoration with leaves. Plus, get the best ideas for displaying your fall craft projects.
reusable leaf centerpiece
kelsey hansen
This expansive fall centerpiece is made from twigs and coffee filter leaves. To make leaves at home, dye coffee filters with water and food coloring. Let it dry for a while and flatten it with an iron. Attach leaves to twigs or sticks using florist wire and craft glue.
fabric leaf fleece
kelsey hansen
This fall wreath features classic fall colors but will last year after year. Cut a leaf shape from the canvas and paint it orange, yellow, and red. Stretch the canvas leaves by hand and curl the edges of the leaves. Attach the leaves to the wire frame and enjoy the look of a fresh fall wreath all season long.
hanging leaf sun catcher
kelsey hansen
These leaf suncatchers will fill any room in your home with stunning fall colors. To make these suncatchers at home, dip the flattened leaves in melted beeswax to keep them from falling apart. Attach the leaves to a corded metal craft hoop so the leaves hang in the center. Finally, hang the hoop with an additional cord near the window to see the full effect of your project.
leaf placemat
kelsey hansen
These homemade leaf placemats are perfect for holiday gatherings. First, clean leaves of various shapes and sizes. Next, attach the leaves to the fabric placemat with decoupage glue. Once glued in place, cover the leaf with a second layer of glue to ensure it is sealed and ready for use. For napkin tie leaves, we'll start with a trick that's been used in art classes for ages. Transfer the image to the paper by rubbing it with a pencil. Then, preserve it by soaking it in beeswax.
Autumn highlights of leaves and gourds
kelsey hansen
Bring the outside in with this fall foliage centerpiece. Use a flat-bottomed gourd to make a hole and remove the contents from the center. Remove just enough to fit a small glass tube vase. After carving the gourd, place the vase and autumn leaves inside the gourd. Choose fresh flowers or artificial foliage that will last for years.
magnolia leaf place cards
carson downing
Set an amazing table with these handmade place cards. Use a metallic paint marker to write the guests' names under the magnolia leaves. Display your finished work on a simple white napkin and patterned tableware. Finish off your holiday table decorations with a handmade magnolia garland centerpiece.
Copper foil
cameron sadegpour
Bright, shiny copper is the perfect accent color for indoor and outdoor fall foliage decor. Just imagining a copper wreath makes us excited. It's also a great alternative to your fall color palette if traditional reds and oranges don't fit your scheme. Use copper spray paint (or metal leaf material) to dress up plain leaves with your favorite fall leaf crafts. Grab some leaves from your garden and start applying copper foil.
lush wreath
helen norman
Don't want to rake up piles of leaves in your garden? Try his one of our favorite fall decor ideas. Instead, turn it into a simple fall wreath. Attach bunches of bright leaves into a wreath shape using florist wire, tape, or pins. Easily customize your outdoor fall decor by mixing the colors of each bunch of leaves or keeping them separate to create an ombré look.
metallic magnolia leaf fleece
adam albright
Stunning shades of gold, copper, and silver shine in this handmade magnolia wreath. It's incredibly easy to make. He can be assembled in just 3 steps: paint, mount, and hang.
magnolia leaf tabletop garland
marty baldwin
Another favorite fall leaf decoration craft: Create a stunning DIY tabletop garland instead of a fall centerpiece. Wire together magnolia leaves, seasonal greens, and clementines to create a draped garland that's sure to wow. Cinnamon sticks add flavor and texture.
plaid leaf wreath
jason donnelly
A quick coat of paint turns ordinary brown leaves into a colorful wreath. To create this fall leaf decoration, paint a simple plaid pattern on flat leaves and let dry. Wire and hang leaves and other fall accents in the shape of a simple grape wreath.
painted leaves
Dana Gallagher
Freshly fallen leaves are beautiful on their own. Express the beauty of nature with simple patterns created using paint pens. I love how these can act as place cards or as part of a fall table centerpiece. Try this easy craft for kids and get the whole family involved in her DIY home decor this fall.
fantastic autumn colors
Kim Cornelison
Create a striking wreath that incorporates all the colors of fall. Layer brown leaves and pine cones with vibrant red and yellow hues of vipers and yarrow. Pick up fresh finds on a nature walk or use man-made items at a craft store.
heartwarming leaves
helen norman
Highlight the beautiful frame of autumn leaves. First, thread the ribbon through an S-shaped hook into the empty frame, then hang the pressed leaves on top of it. This easy DIY project makes a great accent.
leaf lease
Kim Cornelison
This easy handmade wreath shows off the beauty of preserved leaves and floral accents. Dress up plain wreaths with small brown leaves, dried lotus pods, and pine cones. Use florist wire and hot glue to secure to the mold.
autumn focus
Dana Gallagher
Stock up on some glass jars or old florist vases to easily stay up to date with the season. Adhere the dried leaves to cardstock and display by crumpling the paper inside the jar. Heavy jars make great bookends.
display of gratitude
james carriere
Express the meaning of the season with this beautiful (and sentimental!) fall craft. Use the corkboard in the picture frame to display the cut paper leaves. Write a thank you note on each leaf and use them as part of your Thanksgiving decorations.
leaf label
King Au
To make fun labels, trace the outline of a leaf onto cardstock and cut it out. Host a wine tasting party and use these festive labels to help your guests find their favorites.
gorgeous autumn garland
Crisada Panichiguru
This parade of autumn leaves proves that handmade garlands aren't just for the Christmas season. The holiday classic goes with any celebration, but this one is perfect for fall, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. Gather colorful autumn leaves (I used oak leaves) and thread them into thread using a needle. Secure the ends with a knot. Paste the wreath on the edge of a table, over a stair railing, or around a door frame.
pressed leaf decoration
Jay Wilde
As decorations or handmade gift tags, these transformed leaves are sure to be a hit. Adhere the varnished pressed leaves to the cardstock using spray adhesive. Trim around the edges, leaving 1/4 inch space. Punch a hole in the top and tie a cute ribbon.
A pressed leaf is stuck between the glass plates.
Matthew Mead
This simple DIY fall home decor is one of the easiest fall crafts for decorating with fresh fall leaves. Keep the vibrant colors of autumn leaves between two pieces of glass and create framed art with decorative leaves.
First, press the leaves between the pages of the book. When the leaves are completely dry, place one (or two or three) of the pressed leaves between two pieces of glass. (Have it cut to your desired size at your local glass cutter or hardware store.) Finally, wrap the colored linen binding tape around the edge of the glass to secure it.
pumpkin and leaves
Alexandra Grabulski
These uncarved pumpkins will last from Halloween to Thanksgiving. Collect fallen leaves from the garden and decoupage them onto pumpkins. Place decorated pumpkins around your home and enjoy them all fall.
cut leaf art
Jay Wilde
The maple leaves take flight and become works of art. Cut the butterfly head from the top of the maple leaf. Press the leaves into the book until dry. Spray the leaves with varnish to preserve their color. Attach it to a floating frame with seasonal sentiments.
table garland
Kim Cornelison
Transform your ordinary white tablecloth into a fall mood. Place the tablecloth in the center of the table. Hot glue or pin the grosgrain ribbon to the tablecloth just below the top edge of the table. Trace different leaves using fall-colored cardstock and decorative paper. cut out. Gather it into a bundle and glue it to the ribbon. If you only glue the center of the leaf, the edges will curl to mimic a natural leaf.
Sparkling autumn leaf swag
Dana Gallagher
Autumn leaves craft and glitter? We think so. This outdoor fall decor will add a little charm to your front door this fall with a sparkly hanging display. To make it, apply craft glue to the leaves and sprinkle with glitter. Allow to dry completely. Once dry, hot glue ribbon to the edge of each piece. Collect them and hang them in glittery bundles.
A perfect frame for fall
William N. Hopkins
A simple crushed fern branch creates seasonal art. Place dry (but not brittle) fern branches between newspapers, place a few heavy books on top and press. Paste copies of old book or newspaper pages to the back of the picture frame. Decoupage the crushed branches into the background of the page, frame it, and hang the piece.