DIY Your Own Cute Scarecrow Wreath Using A Simple Thrift Store Find

Looking for a fun, autumnal piece to help refresh your decor this season but don't want to buy something brand new? Well, there is actually one charming thrift store find that you can transform into a unique wreath this fall — a straw hat. Commonly found in the clothing or accessories section of secondhand shops, it's are great for keeping the sun off your head. However, as the days get darker, you can actually transform a straw hat into an adorable scarecrow wreath that is perfect for autumn.

One reason this DIY is super simple is because the only tools you will need are some scissors and a hot glue gun. As always, make sure to use hot glue guns with care — particularly if you are making this with children — and never leave it unattended. The hot glue will be used to attach the following items, which you will also need: colored foam or construction paper, straw or natural raffia ribbon, and other decorative elements like ribbons, flowers, and leaves. 

In addition, you will need a way to hang your cute creation. One option is to simply hammer a nail into your door and hook it over that. This is a good choice if you like to hang different seasonal wreaths throughout the year as the nail can be used again and again. Alternatively, if you prefer not to make any permanent changes to your door, you could always get some Command hooks that can be removed without causing damage to your door's surface.

The first thing you'll want to do for this DIY is add the facial features of the scarecrow to the crown of the hat. Starting with these is helpful because you can then layer the decorative elements over them with ease. You can either cut the facial elements out using colored foam or construction paper or use alternative materials to make the face such as googly eyes, a berry for the nose, and yarn for the mouth. Then, move on to the hair. Using a bunch of straw or natural raffia ribbon, arrange it over the hat's dome until you are happy with the look, fold the brim of the hat over the hair, and glue everything down to give the scarecrow a nice, full head of hair. You could even braid the straw to create a pair of sweet pigtails and tie them with ribbon or string. 

To complete this adorable fall decor DIY, add extra decorative elements to sell the scarecrow look and make your new wreath look sufficiently autumnal. Adding a ribbon under the face, for example, can create a cute, fall-themed neckerchief or scarf for your figure and help fill out the bottom of the hat. You can also add flowers and leaves — real or faux, depending on your preference — to decorate the sides and top. Once you're happy with the look, all that's needed is to hang your wreath. If you want a more detailed display, why not check the thrift store for some child-size hats and create a whole family of scarecrow wreaths? Alternatively, you could hang your wreath on a rake and add some straw arms for a full-length version of this delightful fall scarecrow decor for your porch.