If you love easy fall crafts that make a huge impact – try this scrapbook paper leaf decor in a frame. Free template and SVG files are available.
Skills Required: Beginner. It helps to have experience with a craft knife if you don’t have a cutting machine just because you’ll be cutting out some detail. Otherwise, this is a very simple project and it will be done in an afternoon.
![Fall scrapbook paper leaf decor](https://diycandy.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/fall-paper-craft08.jpg.webp)
Do you love easy fall crafts? I’ve got a lot of scrapbook paper sitting around that never seems to get used. Today I’ve got a fun fall craft that uses up some of those leftover pieces, and it’s so easy that you could even let the kids give it a try. It would be really neat to see all of the variations they come up with!
![Scrapbook paper craft for fall](https://diycandy.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/fall-paper-craft09.jpg.webp)
Scrapbook Paper Leaf
Gather These Supplies
- Fall scrapbook paper
- Sheets of 8.5 x 11 white cardstock – 2
- Glue
- Frame (optional)
- Craft knife and mat (optional)
- Leaf template or Cut file
Cut the Paper
![Various autumn scrapbook papers and white cardstock](https://diycandy.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/fall-paper-craft01.jpg.webp)
First cut out several strips of scrapbook paper. Don’t worry about making them all the same size. I think a little variety adds interest to the project. Just make sure they are long enough to go across the width of the leaf.
![Autumn scrapbook papers cut into strips](https://diycandy.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/fall-paper-craft02.jpg.webp)
Attach it to the Background
Glue the strips of paper across a piece of white card stock, slightly overlapping the edges.
![Strips of fall scrapbook paper glued onto a white cardstock background](https://diycandy.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/fall-paper-craft03.jpg.webp)
Make a Leaf Template
Cut a leaf out of the center of a second sheet of cardstock using the template or cut file provided. I used my Silhouette, but a pair of scissors or craft knife works too.
![Fall scrapbook paper background and a cardstock piece with a leaf design cut out of it](https://diycandy.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/fall-paper-craft04.jpg.webp)
Attach the Template
Put glue on the back of the sheet with the leaf cutout and glue it down on top of the scrapbook paper. Smooth thoroughly.
![Leaf template placed over the scrapbook paper background](https://diycandy.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/fall-paper-craft05.jpg.webp)
Now you can frame it or hang it as-is. So easy! The autumn decor looks really great up on my fireplace mantel.
![Make leaf decor for fall with scrapbook paper](https://diycandy.b-cdn.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/fall-paper-craft06.jpg.webp)
For more fun and easy fall crafts like this scrapbook paper leaf decor, visit my blog, Cutesy Crafts. I’d also love for you to check out these other ideas: