How to Make a Faux Magnolia Wreath for $3

Learn how to make a faux Magnolia style wreath. This faux Magnolia style wreath cost me $3 to make! You can make a similar faux Magnolia wreath for much less than the cost of a store bought one.

**Since this is the last Thursday of the month I linked up with several other DIY Bloggers at the bottom of this post. And we each did a post on re-vamping some thrift store find! **

So I decided to do one of my favorite things….a wreath! I love wreaths and these faux Magnolia ones are perfect for spring and summer! Since I bought these awhile back, on a holiday sale weekend at Goodwill, I purchased them for a whooping $2!

I think if you like farmhouse, you have probably seen this magnolia wreath somewhere on-line. It is made from beautiful magnolia leaves. And you can use real magnolia leaves if you have some in your backyard or faux magnolia leaves like I did. Of course they will last longer if they are artificial. Some of the artificial ones look really genuine anyway.

When I spotted this bunch of artificial flowers I had already been planning to buy a bunch of magnolia leaves. So these ones for 50% off fit the bill nicely!

Although I would recommend purchasing two bunches of magnolia leaves if you really want to make a full wreath. One bunch ending up covering the wreath so I was fine with that for this project.

Here’s what you need to make a faux Magnolia wreath:

• 25-30 Magnolia Leaves (If you can’t find them at your thrift store. Try Hobby Lobby and use their coupon)
• 10″ Wreath Form ( I got this one at the dollar store)
• Green Spray Paint (optional. I had some on hand.)
• Hot glue gun and glue
• Ribbon or something to hang the wreath

Here’s how you make a faux Magnolia wreath:

1. Spray paint your Wreath form (Optional)

Since my wreath was a light blonde color. I decided to spray paint the wreath before I added the magnolia leaves. I figured this way if any of the wreath showed through at least it would still be green.

2. Cut your Magnolia leaves off of the stems

If you purchased a magnolia bunch like I did. You will want to cut the leaves off of the stems. After you have separated the leaves loosely place them around the wreath form to get an idea of where you will place them.

For the best look place the leaves in the same direction around the wreath form. Also you will want every point on your wreath to be 2-3 leaves wide. This will give you a full look. If you are trying to spend less like I was just make sure your entire wreath is covered well and looks as full as possible.

3. Hot glue the Magnolia leaves in place

Once you have a look you are satisfied, you can start hot gluing the leaves in place. I have to apologize because I didn’t get the best pictures of this process. But you can glue the base of the leaves to the wreath or to other leaves once you have more in place.

Tip: It really is a matter of personal preference but try not to glue the tips of the leaves but rather the bases. This way your leaves will be more free flowing.

4. Tie a ribbon to hang your Magnolia wreath

Next hang your faux Magnolia wreath. If you don’t have a wreath hanger you can use ribbon or twine to attach to your window, mirror or door.

A) Front Door

B) Center of a Chalkboard or by Fireplace

C) Or hang your Magnolia wreath on your Mirror

Thanks for stopping by! And make sure to post a picture if you find some artificial flowers and make your own!

Thrift Store Thursday Link Up

Please remember to check out my friend’s posts today too on transforming other thrift stores finds! These ladies are very talented and have some great ideas today!

Windmill & Protea: Transform Thrift Store Vases into Blue and White Porcelain

The Lived-In Look: How to Make Beautiful Wire napkin Rings in 3 Easy Steps

The Inspired Decorator: Transform Thrift Store Clear Glass Vases

God bless,

P.S. If you liked this wreath project you might also like the one below. How to make a farmhouse ribbon wreath.