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Faux Fall Window Decor : Simple DIY Upcycle

Transform your home for fall with this quick and easy, budget-friendly DIY project! Create an upcycled faux fall window decor using simple materials to make your space cozy and stylish for the season. Join me as I repurpose one of my older crafts and turn it into a simple autumn faux window decoration. This is a straightforward project; you will only need a few materials.

Faux Fall Window Decor

Quick Video Tutorial

Materials for faux fall window decor

Materials

Paint
Paintbrush
Decorative napkin
Mod Podge
Scissors
Sanding block
Optional faux leaves and mini bow

Sanding block and faux window decor

Before applying paint, I had to sand down my faux window decoration from a previous craft. I started by removing the old paint using a sanding block to take off the chips.

Paint and faux window decor

Then, I used a paintbrush to apply a new coat of cream-colored paint. 

Napkin and faux window decor


After that, I removed the second layer of the napkin and used scissors to cut out the design for the faux window.

Leaf cut-outs, Mod Podge, and faux window decor


Next, I applied Mod Podge to the faux window using a paintbrush and placed the designs over it. I then applied another layer of Mod Podge over the designs. 

I added faux leaves and a bow by clipping them with a metal clip for the finishing touches.

 That's how I completed my fall faux window decor. I'm happy that I could transform an old project into a completely new look for the fall season! Thank you for joining me for this quick and easy DIY project. I'll see you soon.

Faux Fall Window Decor


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Comments

  1. What a pretty autumnal craft. I love the use of the leaf patterned napkin. It's really effective. :) #MMBC

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    1. Jayne, thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed this craft. ♡

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  2. This is so pretty! Thank you for sharing!

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  3. This is lovely, Stephanie! The Mod Podge-d leaves are just the right touch. So cute and festive. Thanks for sharing this post with us at the Will Blog for Comments #48 linkup. We hope to see you next week sharing more with us at #49. Have a great week!

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  4. what a great idea to upcycle an old craft. Thanks for sharing with Create-it Link Party https://tryit-likeit.com/link-party-it/

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  5. excellent idea! thank you for sharing the tutorial - saved on my 'to do list' for this autumn :)

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