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