Metallic Browns and Gold Leaf Fall Wreath
Elevate your fall decor with this stunning DIY Metallic Browns and Gold Leaf Fall Wreath! Perfect for adding a touch of glamour to your front door, mantel, or kitchen pantry. Using affordable dollar store leaves transformed with metallic paints, this easy craft project captures the essence of autumn with shimmering copper, rich brown, and gold tones. If you’re searching for “DIY fall wreath ideas” or “metallic autumn decor,” this tutorial is for you. Check out my other favorites like the Simple Burlap Fall Wreath and Updated Autumn Wreath with Corn Husks for more inspiration.
I’m obsessed with metallics this fall season, so I created this glamorous DIY metallic leaf wreath. It’s an ideal project for beginners and adds a sophisticated shimmer to traditional fall colors. Hang it on your porch for curb appeal or indoors for cozy vibes.
Why Make This Metallic Fall Wreath?
- Budget-Friendly: Uses dollar store finds and basic craft supplies.
- Customizable: Mix metallic shades for a unique look.
- Versatile Decor: Works for front doors, mantels, or as wall art.
- Quick DIY: Ready in a few hours with minimal tools.
Here’s what you need to make this wreath.
Supplies for Your DIY Metallic Browns and Gold Leaf Fall Wreath
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- grapevine wreath
- pack of leaves (I used about 70 leaves)
- Worn Penny paint
- Rich Espresso paint
- Liquid Gold Leaf
Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Make a Metallic Leaf Wreath
Prepare the Leaves:
Paint the Leaves
I divided up the leaves into three piles and painted each batch with one of the 3 shades. The colors I used were a worn copper shade, a beautiful rich brown tone, and a gold shade. You can see the leaves started in the traditional fall tones of orange and yellows.
Let the paint on the leaves dry completely before moving on. It should dry thoroughly in a couple hours.
Assemble the Wreath:
Then I used a hot glue gun to attach the painted leaves into the grapevine wreath. I dapped the end tips of the leaves with some hot glue and then pushed the glued end into the grapevine wreath between the twigs.
Add Hanging Element:
To hang my wreath I cut a strip of burlap fabric. I think a velvet ribbon would be gorgeous
I love all these shades together! If you’re looking for great fall projects, add this one to your list. It’s the perfect diy project to kick off the fall season..
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love the color combo and how easy it was to transform the leaves.
did you feel the need to put a clear topcoat on the leaves?
does it stand up to being on an outside door?
thanks, I am really excited to try this!
Emily I’ve only used it indoors, so I’m not sure how it would hold up outdoors. I’m sure a clear topcoat would be a great option though.
Happy crafting!
This is so pretty Maryann! Crushing on the metallics!
That is so pretty Maryann!
this is blowing my mind right now, lol. i have a spray of leaves i never used, and i’m pretty sure i can do something like this. yay! thank you for the idea. now i just need some paint!
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I have 2 fall wreaths already hanging up and now it looks like I need a third!! This wreath is absolutely gorgeous!
Oh that’s absolutely gorgeous! Now I want to make a wreath… I have not gotten my fill of fall yet and soon we’ll be decorating for… you know what. 🙂
I know… I’m soaking it in as long as I can, especially since it still feels like summer her in Southern California.
SO pretty Maryann!!! LOVE the colours!
Thanks Kristi!
Love this! Great idea to paint the leaves- simply elegant!
Thanks Randi!
Love the wreath! Great idea to paint the leaves!
Thanks Leslie… I’ll paint any and everything 😉
Stopping over from BlogTalk! I am loving metallics right now and this wreath turned out amazing!
Thanks Lindsay… glad you stopped by!
I love your wreath. The colors are so beautiful. Which paint company did you use, if you would share with me. Thank you for sharing.
Sure Stephanie! So the gold is liquid gold leaf. The two paints are both Dazzling Metallics from DecorArt. Their shades are Worn Penny and Rich Espresso.
This is so pretty Maryann! Crushing on the metallics!
Oh MaryAnn I am loving your leaf wreath. So pretty with metallic leaves all over. Metallic colors are gorgeous. Have noticed lots of different colors used for Fall this year. While I love jewel colors of Fall metallic is very strong and poignant. Enjoyed this post. Have so many projects lined up think I’ll make t hem for people to give. No more room to have in house.
Actually today I went around undoing some of arrangements, moved some items, just uncluttered. Felt lighter afterwards.
Got one set of flannel sheets out of storage today, some long sleeve tshirts and couple pair of lighter flannel jammies. Been a mite nippy at night, frost warnings so thought while I was thinking about it would hunt them up. Think will be glad I did in few days. It’s trying to cool off more here. Hope so. Happy weekand Fall
Thanks JaneEllen… we are starting to cool down here in So.Cal. It’s only suppose to be in the 80’s today … 🙂
I love your wreath. Very pretty colors.
Thanks Cyndee
Your wreath is BEAUTIFUL! So excited that I actually have all those items in my craft closet-thanks for sharing!
Thank you Cynthia! Happy painting 🙂