Pumpkin‑Kissed DIY Burlap Wreath for a Cozy Fall

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Post last modified:July 7, 2026

A Kiss and a Wish for a Cozy Autumn SeasonIf you’re ready to make a beginner‑friendly DIY fall wreath that looks like a cozy harvest party for your front door, you’re in the right place. This square burlap wreath is dressed with mini pumpkins, colourful autumn leaves, and a fluffy graduated loop bow—and the best part is, you can find all the materials at your local dollar store.

Materials & Tools

Here’s everything I used to make this square fall wreath:

14‑inch square wire wreath frame
5‑inch burlap garland
2.5‑inch wired ribbons: dark green, pumpkin orange, and a white fall print with pumpkins & leaves
9×12 decorative fall sign (mine says “Pumpkin Kisses & Harvest Wishes”)
Mini orange foam pumpkins & an orange beaded pumpkin
Faux autumn leaves in orange, yellow, and red
Pipe cleaners in brown and white
Hot glue gun (hi Gustavo 👋), scissors, finger protectors, sparkly ruler, toothpicks
Optional: zip tie and jute cord for hanging

Step 1: Build the Burlap Wreath Base

Start by flipping the wire wreath frame upside down and sliding the burlap under it. Trim any frayed or janky edges first (trust me, future you will thank you).

Then, add a line of hot glue along each wire and fold the burlap over to secure it. This is where my finger protectors become my BFFs.

Once that first edge is secure, flip the frame over and start wrapping the burlap around the frame, overlapping slightly so the wire frame doesn’t peek through. Corners are tricky, so take your time, remember to keep folding & adjusting the burlap. Glue when needed, and keep wrapping until you reach the last corner – you’ll get there eventually!Finish by adding a generous squiggle of hot glue to the back to secure the end of the burlap.

Step 2: Make the Graduated Loop Bow

We’re using three wired ribbons—green, orange, and a fall pumpkin print—to make a graduated loop bow. You’ll need one full roll of each ribbon for this no‑cut bow (until the tail at the very end).

Here’s the magic formula:

Stack your ribbons with the good side facing down.
Make a small loop on the left, then a small loop on the right.
Each time you cross the center, scrunch and twist all three ribbons together so the patterned ribbon faces forward.
Make each new loop one finger’s width bigger than the last.
Keep alternating sides and growing the loops until you’ve got your full bow.
Tie it off with a pipe cleaner and give it a fluff party until it looks full and layered.
Finally, cut 12‑inch tails from each ribbon, dovetail the ends, scrunch and bend the center, and attach them to the back of your bow with the same pipe cleaner.

Step 3: Assemble the Wreath

Time to make this burlap beauty come alive!

Attach the decorative sign directly to the wreath base with hot glue. (No pipe cleaners this time—the glue holds perfectly.)
Secure the bow to the left side of the wreath with your pipe cleaner.
Glue the ribbon tails in place so they drape neatly.
Add your beaded pumpkin, tying it to the frame with jute cord and securing it with a dab of glue.
Tuck in faux leaves at the top right corner and add mini pumpkins for the perfect fall harvest vibe.

I can’t lie – I fluffed this bow approximately 842 times. It’s part of my process.

Step 4: Add a Hanger & Reveal

Flip the wreath over and hot glue a looped zip tie to the top center to create a hanger. Once the glue dries, thread some jute cord through the loop for extra security.Hang it up, step back, and soak in your pumpkin‑kissed harvest masterpiece.

Your Turn to Get Crafty!

This square burlap wreath is beginner‑friendly, budget‑friendly, and full of fall charm. Give it a try and tag me on social if you recreate it – I love seeing your versions!If you enjoyed this project, don’t forget to watch the full tutorial on YouTube for step‑by‑step visuals and subscribe to IHC Craft Room for more beginner‑friendly DIYs.

Ready to keep the fall wreath inspiration going? 🍂

If you loved this square burlap wreath, you’ll definitely want to check out my non‑traditional pink and purple bubble wreath from last fall – it’s a completely different look but just as beginner‑friendly and fun.