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Whimsical Acorn Crafts That Capture the Spirit of Fall

Celebrate the arrival of fall with these 20+ acorn crafts – you’ll love how simple these are to do and what a festive touch they bring to your home.

Acorn crafts easy and fun ideas for fall

Welcome to the wonderful, whimsical world of acorn crafts, where these tiny treasures of nature become the stars of your fall projects.

You know, there’s something about acorns that just screams ‘Fall is here!’

Maybe it’s their cute little caps or the way they seem to be the nutty mascots of the season. Whatever it is, they’ve got a charm that’s hard to resist.

Picture a crisp autumn day, a gentle breeze rustling through the leaves, and you, armed with a basket, scavenging under the grand oak trees.

It’s not just a nature walk in the park; it’s an acorn hunt! And once you’ve gathered your bounty, the real fun begins.

Now, I know what you’re thinking: “But what if my neighborhood is an acorn desert?” No acorns? No problem. Some of these are “themed” acorn craft ideas using faux acorns or even other materials.

In this collection of over 20 crafts, you’ll find projects that range from rustic to refined.

Think painted acorns in vibrant colors, charming wreaths, and even some out-of-the-box creations that’ll make you see these little nuts in a whole new light.

And let’s not forget about the twigs and leaves you’ve gathered along the way. They’re about to become the perfect co-stars in your fall crafting saga. It’s time to get those creative juices flowing and add a touch of whimsy to your autumn decor.

Scroll down to explore a world where acorns aren’t just for squirrels anymore. Let’s get cracking (or should I say crafting?) on these fabulous acorn projects!

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www.320sycamoreblog.com

Acorn Fall Frame

Take a dollar store frame and make it perfect for fall with real acorns. This acorn decor is perfect for an autumn vignette.
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lindsaystephenson.com

Tree of Acorns

This tree was original made for Christmas, but I think it’s suitable to display all year round. All you need is a paper mache cone, and you can dress this up for autumn pretty easily!
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Autumn wreaths - DIY rustic acorn wreath
www.triedandtrueblog.com

Faux Acorn Wreath

The nice thing about this wreath is that these are faux acorns that look real – so you won’t have to spend hours collecting. However, if you do decide to go for real, learn how to dry acorns here.
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acorn cap candles
www.autumnrozariohall.com

Tiny Candles

With a little bit of beeswax and a tiny wick, you can make the cutest candles out of caps!
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acorn toadstool ornament
theenchantedtree.blogspot.com

Acorn Cap Toadstool Ornaments

These are the cutest little Christmas ornaments that look just like mushrooms! I can't wait to try them.
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Peg dolls with acorn hats
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Peg Dolls with Hats

Every pegdoll needs a hat, don't you think? Especially when it's an acorn! These are so cute for fall.
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sustainmycrafthabit.com

Real Acorn Garland

This unique garland uses the entire acorn, including the tops! It's so bright and fun and you can use it year after year.
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crochet acorn cap
juliemeasures.com

Crochet Acorn Cap

Find some acorns without caps? Crochet up some yarn caps for them! These would look super cute in a display bowl on a table.
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mamainstincts.com

Easy Adorable Squirrel

This is a seriously easy craft that anyone can do, but it’s especially fun for kids because they can make this almost all by themselves!
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Easter Egg Acorns
www.lifeisaparty.ca

Easter Egg Acorns

You won’t believe that these acorns are made from old Easter eggs! l also love the addition of pine cone pieces for a variation on a crafting classic.
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Table & Hearth

Heart Wall Hanging

I love this acorn DIY using driftwood, yarn, and beads! So simple but beautiful. It's perfect to make for fall and then to bring out again for Valentine's Day.
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12
Metallic Acorn Christmas Ornaments
www.shekeepsalovelyhome.com

Metallic Ornaments

Okay, one more painted acorn idea. After painting them, attach a cord and hang them on your tree. You'll get tons of compliments with these unique ornaments!
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lemonsqueezyhome.com

Quick Autumn Art

Create a simple framed acorn home decor piece in a few minutes with some scrapbook paper. Christie even has a downloadable file so you can trace and cut.
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Crochet Acorn Hot Pads Free Pattern
www.ilikecrochet.com

Acorn Hot Pads

Using a double strand of dishcloth cotton you can work up the perfect kitchen accessory for fall and it’s practical, too. Crochet some acorn hot pads for your kitchen! Have fun and pick colors that inspire you.
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www.makingitinthemountains.com

Felted Acorns

For this sweet and simple garland you'll be using acorn tops and felt. It's easy to customize to any colors you like. You can also use these for gift toppers, jar fillers, ornaments, and more.
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pretty painted acorns for a fall display
Steve Carrell

Painted Display

Learn how to paint acorns – they make the perfect budget fall craft! Pick your favorite colors for your painted acorns, then display.
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hearthandvine.com

Make Acorn Napkin Ties

Learn how easy it is to make these beautiful and natural acorn napkin ties. Perfect for adorning your Thanksgiving table or any time of year.
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Amanda Formaro

Strawberry Acorn Magnets

Grab some acorns, paint, and round magnets to create these adorable strawberry acorn magnets to display on your fridge or in a jar.
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Acorn Vase
Kelly Elko

Nutty Vase

Take a cheap plastic pail and attach acorns with hot glue. It makes a big impact, and I love the natural look on a dime.
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Fairy Garden Lantern
www.redtedart.com

Fairy Lanterns

Gnomes love acorns too. Don't forget about fall crafts for your fairy garden! Give it a little "light" with these cute acorn lanterns.
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Acorn-Bells
www.firefliesandmudpies.com

Whimsical Acorn Bells for Imaginative Play

These are so cute and perfect for kids who want to make music! They would also be fun for decorating and hanging from doorknobs, too.
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Upcycled Acorn Sweater Pillows
Claire Armstrong

Upcycled Acorn Sweater Pillows

Use old wool sweaters to make the cutest autumn pillows! I love these cuties in fall colors, shaped like acorns and an oak leaf.
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I hope you enjoyed these cute ideas! If you’re interested in some other related autumn ideas, take a peek at these:

Apple CraftsDeer CraftsDIY Fall WreathsDIY ScarvesFall Crafts for AdultsFall Crafts for KidsFall Leaf CraftsFree Fall Crochet PatternsFree Fall Knitting PatternsPumpkin Crafts

jessica

Friday 8th of August 2014

I love that this fall craft is about acorns and not leaves, so original. I would be honored if you would come share this at Pin Your Friday Favorite on Army Wife to Suburban Life. Have a great weekend.

Jennifer Schon

Monday 4th of August 2014

So many great ideas. I'm not sure where to start.