Acorn & Leaf Framed Art Tutorial

Create stunning framed art with Acorn-Leaf templates! From a single painted leaf to a shadow box grid, this tutorial guides you through versatile designs.

Mix leaf types, paint with bold colors, or repurpose old frames—make it yours! Share your creations with #AcornLeafArt.

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Framed autumn-themed artwork with leaves and acorns on a neutral background to showcase a Cakewalk DIY Paper Craft tutorial.

Tools & Supplies

  • Assorted craft materials including wooden photo frames, leaf decorations, and paper acorns on a Kraft paper background for Cakewalk DIY Paper Craft tutorial.

    • Your finished painted/colored leaves and acorns from the Acorn-Leaf templates tutorial
    • Photo Frame(s)
    • Mat board or cardstock
    • Glue
    • Optional: Embellishments like ribbon, fabric for mat board, or foam dots for shadow boxes
  • Assorted colored paper sheets and mat board on a brown background for a Cakewalk DIY Paper Craft tutorial

    Step 1:

    • Cut a plain or colored mat board or card stock to fit your frame, or paint a mat for contrast (we painted one gold with metallic craft paint).
  • Paper acorns and leaves on a brown background featured in Cakewalk DIY Paper Craft tutorial.

    Step 2:

    • Experiment with placement and color combinations!
    • For a single leaf, center it. For grids, lay out 6-9 acorns evenly. Try a collage with mixed leaves and acorns. Adjust until satisfied.
  • Framed red maple leaf on a white surface with acorns for Cakewalk DIY Paper Craft tutorial.

    Step 3:

    • Use glue to fix your design to your mat board or cardstock. For floating frames, simply press the leaf or leaves between glass.
    • Arranging a leaf at an angle adds visual interest by putting its symmetrical shape in an asymmetrical position.
  • Framed artwork with acorns and leaves on a white surface with a pine cone and sticks for CakewalkDIY Paper Craft tutorial.
    • For larger frames, consider layering mats for a bit more color and depth.
    • Here an ivory mat under the brown acorns and leaves keeps the contrast sharp, while the gold underneath that adds a luxe sparkle.
    • The freeform arrangement echoes the fall of leaves and acorns from the tree.
  • Square shadow box frame with 9 colorful 3D paper acorns to showcase a Cakewalk DIY Paper Craft tutorial.
    • For shadow boxes, attach 3D acorns to mat or card stock with foam dots to create a bit of shadow underneath. This highlights the full shape and the enhances the 3D effect.
  • Framed artwork with autumn leaves and acorns with a checkered border to highlight a Cakewalk DIY paper craft tutorial.
    • You can also embellish a mat with fabric or patterned paper. Or mitre cut the ends of 4 pieces of ribbon and piece them together for easy mat customization.
  • Framed artwork with paper leaves and acorns to showcase a Cakewalk DIY Paper Craft tutorial.
    • Form a neat grid with mixed colors and shapes for a striking visual display.
  • Framed autumn-themed artwork with leaves and acorns on a neutral background to showcase a Cakewalk DIY Paper Craft tutorial.

    Step 4.

    Hang or display!

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