Make a Maple Leaf Garland

A Simple, Seasonal Garland Tutorial

There is something so cheerful about a fresh garland, and Autumn is the perfect time of year to gather a few leaves and make something one-of-a-kind. This project is easy to create, takes less than an hour to complete, and is family-friendly (go on a leaf hunt around the neighborhood or at the local park!). While looking for leaves, pick freshly fallen leaves that include a stem. 

1. Supplies

Twine (I used a wire based twine from the craft store)

Fresh leaves, 10-15 for a standard sized mantle

Paint pens (local craft store)

Binder clips (office supply store)

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2. Paint

Doodle some pattern ideas on paper, or use extra leaves for testing your design. Have fun painting directly on the leaves!

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3. Vary the Patterns

The leaves will dry quickly. Sort them according to patterns, mixing them up. Choose larger leaves to go on the end of the garland.

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4. Clip

Simply clip the leaf facing forward and space evenly.

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5. Hang

Hang leaf garland along mantle, adjusting placement of leaves to make the swag even.

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