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How to Make a Wood Bead Fall Wreath

In: Fall Decorating Ideas & Projects, Wreaths

You know that strange period between the end of Summer and when the pumpkin spice explosion happens??… Well this wood bead Fall wreath is the perfect DIY to make!

How To Make A Bead Wreath

SUPPLIES:

  • 12 IN. WREATH RING
  • APPLE FLORAL PICKS
  • 20 mm WOOD BEADS
  • RIT FABRIC DYE

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Dye The Beads

OK, I’m going to let you in on a little secret I discovered!! Instead of trying to hand-paint or spray paint wood beads for your craft projects….use fabric dye!! Game changer…I tried to spray paint beads for this project last year and it was a pain in the you know where!!!

I used dark brown Rit dye. All I did was fill a plastic container with enough very hot water to cover the beads, then I poured in about 3 tablespoons of the dye.

I used 20mm sizes wood beads for this project.

wood beads and rit dyw
hand dropping beads into dye

After only a few minutes (4-5) I drained the dye out and gave the beads a quick rinse, then I poured them out on an old towel and patted them dry.

wood beads in container of dye
brown wood beads

Isn’t that such a super cool trick!!!

Paint The Wreath

While the beads were drying off, I gave the12 inch wreath form a quick coat of dark brown paint. The outside and inside parts of the form will be seen on this bead wreath when it’s done.

painting a wreath form brown

Add The Wood Beads

After the paint dried, it was time to hot glue the wood beads to the wreath form.

The beads were glued in place with no spaces in between.

TIP: Make sure you press and hold the wood beads in place as they dry. There were a couple of my beads that I didn’t take the extra few seconds to hold in place that came off when I was adding the floral stems.

hand gluing a wood bead to a wreath form

Isn’t the wreath pretty with just the wood beads? They add so much dimension and texture!

dark brown wood bead wreath

Adding The Apple Picks

Now to add the final touches to this wreath! These apple fruit picks from Michael’s are soooo adorable and actually look like dried apple slices!! They also come in oranges…which are equally as cute!!

Michael's apple pick with berries

I glued them to the inside rim of the wreath form, one on each side.

You could use any seasonal picks depending on what time of year it is; the base of the wreath is so versatile.

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TIP: Take the time to fluff up any faux florals or greens when you are doing your own DIYs at home. This is the secret to getting that professional magazine look!

adding apple pick to wood bead weath

Final Touch

For one final touch, I added a lotus seed pod I had in my floral stash (FYI…it’s ridiculous, I could have a yard sale with just my faux florals and take a trip after with the cash!!!)

I glued the seed pod between the 2 floral picks.

apple picks and lotus pod


Finished Wood Bead Fall Wreath

Here’s what the wood bead Fall wreath looks when it’s finished. It’s a perfect accent for a door or just somewhere in your kitchen!

Fall bead wreath hanging on cabinet door

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  1. Linnie Sohler says

    September 26, 2021 at 9:44 pm

    Love the bead wreath! Can you tell us what size are the ring and beads? Even links where to purchase. I know your other readers will be thrilled with this info too! Thanks for such a stunning project, with little effort and cost. It’s so elegant! Warm regards.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      September 27, 2021 at 4:35 am

      Hi Linnie, The links to the exact supplies I used are at the top of the post. I just went back and added the size of the wreath and beads in the text. Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Kim | Shiplap and Shells says

    September 26, 2021 at 8:23 pm

    What a beautiful DIY wreath Jennifer! Perfect for fall.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      September 27, 2021 at 4:35 am

      Thanks Kim…I’ve gone wreath crazy this Fall!!

      Reply
  3. Beth says

    August 27, 2021 at 4:51 pm

    Fabulous idea for dying the wooden beads, Jennifer!
    I’d love for you to join us over at the Creative Crafts Linky Party every Wednesday through Sunday

    Followed and Pinned! 🙂
    Creatively, Beth

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 27, 2021 at 5:15 pm

      I’ll hop right over there now!! Some weeks I honestly forget about link parties!!

      Reply
  4. Cindy Rust says

    August 27, 2021 at 1:52 pm

    Too funny about your stash of faux flowers and such! Love this wreath! And brilliant how you dyed them!! Pinning!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 27, 2021 at 5:14 pm

      Cindy, It’s ridiculous…and I keep buying new ones!! I’m not right!!!

      Reply
  5. Marie - Interior Frugalista says

    August 27, 2021 at 9:58 am

    Your fall wreath is GORGEOUS! Thanks for the brilliant tip for painting beads. I handpainted some last year and yes, what a pain.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 27, 2021 at 5:13 pm

      Marie, I looked at a little bead project I did last Fall on the blog and the beads looks lousy!! Yes, I’m all in on the Rit dye method!!

      Reply
  6. Cindy@CountyRoad407 says

    August 26, 2021 at 2:15 pm

    I love this! I’ve never thought to use sliced apples but that is such a cute idea! We are featuring this on Farmhouse Friday tomorrow. Thank you for sharing it with us. Hope you link up again.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 26, 2021 at 2:21 pm

      Thanks Cindy!!! That’s awesome!!

      Reply
  7. Paula@SweetPea says

    August 22, 2021 at 5:53 am

    I love this wreath so much! I need to get a friend to give me a ride to Michael’s to get some faux apple and orange slices before they sell out.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 24, 2021 at 5:56 am

      Thank you, Paula!! They are really pretty and saves you the time from making your own.

      Reply
  8. Jennifer Dynys says

    August 21, 2021 at 9:34 pm

    This is so beautiful! I love the apples against the wood beads! So pretty!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 24, 2021 at 5:54 am

      Thanks Jen! I’m really loving the darker wood tones for Fall!

      Reply
  9. Carol@Blueskyathome says

    August 20, 2021 at 3:13 pm

    Great project, Jennifer, and a wonderful result. Love the combination. Of a wood hoop and beads. The apple florals are a great addition to give the wreath a fall vibe.

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 20, 2021 at 6:36 pm

      Thanks so much, my friend!!

      Reply
  10. Kim Waldorf says

    August 20, 2021 at 2:06 pm

    What a fun wreath project! It turned out great! Let me know when you have your floral sale! I’ll swing by! 💛

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 20, 2021 at 2:30 pm

      LOL…I do like how this one turned out!!

      Reply
  11. Sue at Blu says

    August 19, 2021 at 4:18 pm

    Jennifer, this is absolutely darling! I’m going to do this with my girls on a Sunday!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 20, 2021 at 2:31 pm

      Thanks Sue!!!

      Reply
  12. Jen says

    August 19, 2021 at 2:19 pm

    I love how this turned out! So simple, but SO beautiful! And perfect for fall. Pinned!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 20, 2021 at 2:31 pm

      I’m all about simple!!! Thanks friend!!!

      Reply
  13. Anne says

    August 19, 2021 at 12:15 pm

    What an awesome tip about using fabric dye for wood beads! Love the wreath too. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 20, 2021 at 2:32 pm

      I know, right!! Plus it doesn’t smell bad like real stain!!

      Reply
  14. Marie says

    August 19, 2021 at 11:52 am

    Your wreath is so lovely! I love Rit dye. Happy hopping with you!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 20, 2021 at 2:34 pm

      Thank you sweet friend!!

      Reply
  15. Leslie Watkins says

    August 19, 2021 at 11:25 am

    Beautiful wreath! I think my screened porch needs one like it for fall! Thanks for the inspiration, friend!

    Reply
    • Jennifer Howard says

      August 20, 2021 at 2:35 pm

      I’ll bring you the wreath if you make me that apple dumpling!!!

      Reply

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