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September 13, 2017

How to Make a Paint by Number Leaf Garland

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Learn how to make a paint-by-number leaf garland. This easy-to-make garland uses photocopies of paint-by-numbers cut into leaf shapes. It’s perfect for decorating a fall mantle.

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For me, fall conjures up feelings of coziness and outings. I love spending those last few warm weeks at flea markets and barn sales.

Want to know my favorite thing to find at flea markets? Paint by numbers! I love their simple images and colors.

So I decided to use the images that I love so much for a fall-themed project.

Best of all, no paint by number paintings were harmed in this process!

Paint by number

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How to Make Paint by Number Leaf Garland

Supplies Needed

  • Paint by number images
  • Printer
  • Card Stock
  • Silhouette
  • Silhouette tools
  • Hole punch
  • Yarn or string
  • Leaf cut files

It’s possible to cut the leaves by hand. The leaf cut files also come with JPG versions to print and use as a template.

  1. Find your paint by number images. If you have a paint by number collection, you can scan them in to your computer. The leaf garland would also look cool with maps or fun printed paper. Paint by number paintings
  2. Print them out on cardstock. I chose fit to page to make the most of the design.
  3. Place the cardstock on the silhouette mat and cut the shapes with the correct settings. Make sure that your leaves fit inside the printed portion of you paper by leaving a 1/4″ to 1/2″ space around the edges. I moved my leaves around to take advantage of certain views that I wanted, like the deer. Leaf cutouts
  4. Use the silhouette spatula to remove the extra cardstock, then carefully remove the leaves. If you paper curls, you can flatten it under some heavy books. paint by number cut outs
  5. Use a hole punch to make holes in the leaves. I chose to place my holes in the body of the leaves instead of the stems for added stability. hole puncher and string
  6. Cut a piece of yarn to length, giving yourself a several extra inches.
  7. Lay out your yarn and string to figure out the spacing and pattern for your paint by number leaf garland. Lined up cutouts
  8. Thread the yarn through the holes, tying each leaf in place. If you knot the ends, the yard will thread through the holes much easier. thread yarn through holes in cutout
  9. When I was done, I tied little loops at each end to make hanging easier. The leaf garland is hung on tiny nails in my mantle. I painted them white to blend in, but I find them very useful!Leaf garland
Leaf garland on fireplace
Shiplap leaf garland
paint by number garland

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Emy Flint

Emy is a vintage obsessed mama of 2 DIYer who loves sharing affordable solutions for common home problems. You don’t need a giant budget to create a lovely home. Read more…

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Comments

  1. cassie bustamante says

    September 13, 2017 at 6:30 am

    such a fun idea, emy! you know i love PBN!

    Reply
    • Emy says

      September 14, 2017 at 8:34 am

      Thanks Cassie! I love PBN so much and want to use them everywhere.

      Reply
  2. Tania says

    September 13, 2017 at 10:09 am

    I love your garland! What a great idea!

    Tania

    Reply
    • Emy says

      September 14, 2017 at 8:35 am

      Thanks Tania! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Ariel says

    September 17, 2017 at 6:53 am

    This is a great idea! And oh so creative! I looove me some paint by numbers

    Reply
    • Emy says

      September 20, 2017 at 8:27 am

      Thanks Ariel. I love paint by numbers too. I want to use them everywhere!!

      Reply
  4. Missy Magnusson says

    September 18, 2017 at 7:00 pm

    Aaahahahaha! No paint by numbers were harmed! Love it! Emy, this is so darling and such a great idea!

    Reply
    • Emy says

      September 20, 2017 at 8:29 am

      Thanks Missy! I couldn’t bear to cut up my paint by numbers!

      Reply
  5. Meg says

    September 19, 2017 at 11:24 am

    Such a great way to upcycle those paint by number pictures. I love how the leaves look with all the colors.

    Reply
    • Emy says

      September 20, 2017 at 8:30 am

      Thanks Meg. It was such a fun project!

      Reply
  6. Anna McNamara says

    September 22, 2017 at 5:35 am

    I am LOVING the way these turned out. Such a clever idea. The texture looks so cool and I feel like it would match any home with all the colors.

    Reply
  7. Victoria @DazzleWhileFrazzled says

    September 24, 2017 at 7:33 am

    Very pretty! Love how this project turned out. Found you through Inspire My Creativity party.

    Reply

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