Welcome autumn at your front door with this easy-to-make Fall Hydrangea and Jute Wreath. Inspired by a popular catalog look, you can recreate this seasonal wreath for a fraction of the price.
A wreath on the front door feels almost required in many neighborhoods — a simple, seasonal way to add color and welcome cooler weather. If you love the curated looks in home catalogs but prefer to save money, this DIY Fall Hydrangea and Jute Wreath delivers a high-end appearance without the high-end price. It’s straightforward to make, customizable to your color palette, and can be completed in under an hour.
I was inspired by a fall catalog design and recreated a similar look at home. Craft stores often run sales, so the materials can be very affordable. I spent less than buying a ready-made wreath and ended up with a version I love. Below are the supplies, tools, and step-by-step instructions to help you make your own.
Time commitment: 45 minutes MAX
What you will need:
- Needle-nose pliers or wire cutters
- A hot glue gun and 6–8 glue sticks
- Scissors
- Floral wire (green or craft wire)
- 13 hydrangea stems in fall tones — a mix of reds and oranges (example: 7 red, 6 orange)
- 1 roll of 12-inch-wide mesh jute ribbon
- 1 roll of 2½-inch-wide by 12 ft black-and-white striped wired ribbon
- 1 18-inch grapevine wreath
Preparation and assembly:
- Cut the floral wire into ten pieces, each about 5 inches long. Attach each piece by wrapping and twisting it around a vine segment, spacing the wires approximately one inch apart along about one-third of the wreath circumference. These will secure the mesh jute ribbon.
- Starting at one end of the jute mesh, bunch the ribbon and secure it to the wreath with the first wired piece. Move about 8 inches along the ribbon, bunch again, and secure with the next wire. Repeat until you’ve attached the ribbon with all ten pieces of wire, then trim the mesh ribbon and set any remaining ribbon aside.
- Trim hydrangea stems so each has about 4 inches of stem remaining. Remove excess leaves for a cleaner look. Insert each stem into the grapevine base and secure it with a generous dab of hot glue at the insertion point. Work around the wreath, alternating colors to achieve an even distribution and full coverage.
- Once all stems are secured, fluff the hydrangea heads and adjust the mesh so the grapevine shows minimally. Tuck and arrange the jute mesh between flower clusters until the wreath looks balanced and full.
- To make the jute bow: create a continuous loop approximately 10–12 inches long and secure the center with floral wire. On one side of the bow, pull out the innermost loop and twist it slightly to the right; pull out the next loop and twist left. Repeat until all loops on that side are styled, then repeat the process on the other side. Adjust loops for fullness and shape.
- For the striped ribbon bow: create about eight loops, secure the center with floral wire, and shape the loops similarly. Fold the remaining ribbon in half and attach it to the bow as tails with the floral wire. Fasten the finished bows to the wreath by wrapping the wire around the grapevine base at the desired position (bottom or off-center for a modern look).
You can make small adjustments to color placement, bow size, and ribbon tails to suit your porch style. If you plan to hang the wreath outdoors, consider an all-weather glue and avoid placing it in direct, prolonged sun to help the colors last longer.
That’s it — a beautiful, budget-friendly fall wreath that looks polished and welcoming. It’s a quick project with a big impact and makes a great seasonal accent for your front door. Store the wreath flat in a cool, dry place between seasons to preserve its shape and color.
If you have questions about steps, materials, or variations, feel free to reach out on social media or by email. Enjoy making your wreath — happy fall!
