DIY Fall Branches

Whenever I decorate for each season I tend to find that my decor is missing something.

But, I don’t want to spend money to solve the problem so I try to figure out how I can make it work with something I already have or with something I can make myself.

Such was the case with my DIY fall branches.


My mantel needed a little height because of my 20-foot ceilings.

So I went out in to my backyard, pulled some dead branches off of my oak tree and got to work with some faux leaves I already had and some hot glue.

It’s a super easy craft that takes just a few minutes.

But, I will warn you…it’s easy to get burned.

Keep a small bowl full of water with ice cubes nearby.

When you get burned you can quickly submerge your finger and avoid further damage from the hot glue.

Even with a minor burn on my finger, I love this craft.

I think it gave a big impact for no money.

Love that!

Here’s to doing it yourself!

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21 Responses to DIY Fall Branches

  1. Cindy at Some Really Neat Stuff says:

    What a great idea; I love it! That vase is so pretty. Is it metal?

  2. hugskissesandsnot.com says:

    My fingers are so tough from all the times I’ve been burned from hot glue I’m surprised I still have fingerprints.

  3. NanaDiana says:

    That looks really beautiful. Love all the Fall ideas I am seeing today- xo Diana

  4. Moni - Zuhaus at Home says:

    Looks so pretty and natural…great idea, Julie!

  5. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says:

    Julie your mantel looks beautiful! Love how you used natural branches!

  6. Amber Hash says:

    Loving the decor on mantel looks so warm and welcoming! Great work! :)

  7. www.mysoulfulhome.com says:

    Love this! Brilliant. I am copying you!!

  8. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says:

    Beautiful fall mantel and great idea to make your own fall branches!

  9. Donna Wilkes says:

    Clever way to duplicate nature with faux leaves and a hot glue gun. Love the idea.

  10. Simply Suzannes at Home says:

    Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home

    Your mantle is beautiful. I LOVE the idea of adding faux leaves to REAL bare branches! Thanks for sharing!!
    Have a beautiful week,
    Suzanne

  11. Style Sisters says:

    Those are faux leaves..they look real…great job! Come over and link up to the Style Sisters party and share this post with us. http://thestylesisters.blogspot.com/2013/10/centerpiece-wednesday-95.html
    Karin

  12. kathy olson says:

    I somehow found your blog today and really enjoyed this post. Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the look of your mantel.

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