Hello Fall Fox Door Hanger Tutorial with Autumn Flower Transfers

Fall is the perfect season to bring warm colors and layered textures into your home décor. In this project, Melissa Bradshaw of Junk and Craft Treasures shares one of her favorite techniques—combining stencils with rub-on transfers—to create a beautiful custom door hanger that's full of rustic charm. This easy DIY is beginner-friendly and shows just how versatile Essential Stencil products can be.

Whether you're decorating your front door or creating handmade gifts, this project comes together beautifully with just a few supplies.

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• Materials You'll Need
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• Helpful Tips
• Final Reveal

Hello Fall Fox Door Hanger

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1 – Create the Base

Place painter's tape across the center of your 16-inch wood round to divide the board into two sections while leaving room for a decorative bow at the top.

Paint the bottom half with mustard yellow paint using smooth, even coats. Allow the paint to dry completely before removing the tape.

Step 2 – Add Rustic Character

Brush Valspar Antiquing Glaze over the painted surface.

Don't panic when it first goes on. Wipe some of the glaze away with a clean towel before it dries to reveal hints of the mustard paint underneath. This creates beautiful depth and gives the project a warm vintage finish.

Step 3 – Stencil the Greeting

Position only the Hello Fall portion of the stencil in the upper section.

Using a stencil brush with lightly loaded white paint, apply the design using a gentle swirling motion.

White paint usually looks best with two light coats instead of one heavy coat.

Step 4 – Apply the Floral Transfers

Cut out several floral pieces from the Autumn Flower Transfer Set.

Arrange them until the layout feels balanced before burnishing each transfer with the transfer tool. Once fully adhered, slowly peel away the backing.

Always make sure your painted surface is completely dry before applying transfers for the best adhesion.

Step 5 – Finish with a Bow

Attach your favorite decorative bow to the top center using hot glue.

For even more personality, finish the center with a decorative button, greenery, or another embellishment.

Final Reveal

The combination of warm mustard tones, distressed glaze, crisp lettering, and rich floral transfers creates a welcoming fall sign that's perfect for your front door or entryway.

Meet the Maker

This project was created by Melissa Bradshaw of Junk and Craft Treasures, who loves combining stencils, transfers, and layered finishes to create beautiful handmade décor with approachable techniques for every skill level.

Watch the Tutorial

Want to see the project come together step by step? Watch Melissa's full tutorial below!

Ready to Make Your Own?

Shop the Hello Fall Fox Door Hanger Stencil, pair it with the Autumn Flower Rub-On Transfer Set, and create your own custom fall décor today!