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    Home » Home Decor » Fall Decor

    Salvaged Farm Junk Fall Wreath

    Published: Sep 1, 2016 · Modified: Sep 10, 2021 by Christina Dennis · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 21 Comments

    There's nothing more fun than trying to create something out of what other people would consider junk. Am I right? It's easy to buy something pretty and new, but it requires a lot more creativity to make something pretty out of something old.

    For this year's Fall wreath, I wanted to make something out of things I already had on hand or things I could salvage from outside. When we visited my aunt and uncle's farm last weekend, I found just the thing to jump start my project! An old, rusty jump rim was laying beside their field and it looked like the perfect base for a farmhouse wreath. Let me show you how I made this simple, salvaged farm junk wreath and make sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post to see more amazing Fall wreath ideas from some of my blogging friends!

    Fall porch in teal, red, burlap

    My aunt and uncle have a gorgeous piece of property here on the Alberta prairies. Last weekend, we took a walk through their field to look for old treasures.

    Farm-Treasure-Hunt Farm-Treasure-Hunt-2

    When I saw this old jump rim hiding by a fence, I instantly thought it would make a fantastic wreath.

    A simple Fall wreath for salvaged farm junk

    I cleaned it up a little with some steel wool and water.

    A simple Fall wreath for salvaged farm junk

    Then, I searched around our property and in my craft room for things I could put on it. I found some damaged wheat in a nearby field, some old twigs, and some faux berries and green burlap ribbon in my craft room.

    A simple Fall wreath for salvaged farm junk

    To make this wreath, I simply cut and glued the materials onto the old rim with a hot glue gun. I usually just cut things and fiddle with their placement before I glue everything on.

    A simple Fall wreath for salvaged farm junk

    It's a simple wreath, but I really love it's minimalistic yet vintage look.

    A simple Fall wreath for salvaged farm junk

    Plus, it would be really easy to switch up for a Christmas wreath. Just swap the wheat with some evergreen branches and voila!

    Fall porch in teal, red, burlap

    The wreath inspired me to start making our porch a little cozier for Fall. This is a really old rocking chair that my mom let me keep here that belonged to my great grandpa. I dressed it up with my DIY plaid blanket scarf and a grain sack pillow.

    Fall porch in teal, red, burlap

    These little wee faux pumpkins say, "Hello, Fall!"

    Fall porch in teal, red, burlap

    Now have a look at these gorgeous Fall wreath ideas from my blogging friends!

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    Comments

    1. lynn

      September 01, 2016 at 4:27 am

      Christina...I love that you found that old rim and made a wreath out of it. I'm a firm believer in kismet and it was surely kismet that you found it on your 'rideabout' the other day.
      And I think the minimalist look of it is just perfect...and it's a great size too! All around a win!

      Have a fantastic day!

      Hugs, Lynn

      Reply
    2. Rachel

      September 01, 2016 at 5:17 am

      Love the upcycle!!! It looks beautiful!

      Reply
    3. Ariel

      September 01, 2016 at 6:21 am

      Love how you took found items and things you already had at home. Great fall wreath!

      Reply
    4. Kelli

      September 01, 2016 at 8:00 am

      Simply beautiful! What a wonderful use of the old rim, I love it.

      Reply
    5. Kristi

      September 01, 2016 at 9:16 am

      SO creative Christina! LOVE it!

      Reply
    6. Robin

      September 01, 2016 at 10:21 am

      I love the story of how you found the ring. That makes it so much more special! Your wreath turned out beautifully! It's a perfect fall wreath!

      Reply
    7. Tammy

      September 01, 2016 at 9:32 pm

      Hi Christina,

      I love the way you incorporated the old rim into your beautiful fall wreath. I just learned that wheat is a sign of welcome much like the pineapple. What a great way to welcome your guests into your home. Your entire porch looks delightful for fall!

      Reply
    8. Kathy

      September 03, 2016 at 5:24 pm

      How love how fresh and modern this wreath looks with a salvaged rim! The hello on the door and your entire front porch is darling.

      Reply
    9. Jennifer Priest

      September 04, 2016 at 10:03 am

      Such a great wreath! When i saw this rim on your instagram, I wondered what you were going to make! Love the way this turned out 🙂

      Reply
    10. Sara

      September 04, 2016 at 4:50 pm

      Love the new wreath and fall porch decor!

      Reply
    11. Sara Syrett

      September 04, 2016 at 8:56 pm

      So so so pretty! I need one of these on my door! You whole porch is fantastic.

      Reply
    12. Tom

      August 17, 2018 at 5:51 am

      This is a really cool idea - as upcycling always will be.
      I think it may be interesting for our customers, too. Do you allow me to translate the post into german making it easier to understand for our customers?

      Reply

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