17 Fall Door Decorating Ideas That Aren't Wreaths

Don't get us wrong, we love a gorgeous fall wreath. But sometimes it's nice to take a break from the norm and try something new. So this year, swap out a standard wreath for a front door decoration that's equally as beautiful — but totally unexpected. Who knew there were so many gorgeous non-wreath options out there? (To buy or DIY!) Read on to see our editors' favorite fall door decor ideas. You're front porch will thank you.

Fill a single straw tote or basket with a mix of silk sunflowers, faux fall leaves, dried grasses and seed pods for a rustic look that pulls in all the seasonal shades of fall. Bonus: Add vinyl house numbers for a custom touch.

Simple and chic, these fall-themed door tags from DIY blogger Jaime Costiglio are a fun, elegant way to add a touch of seasonality to your outdoor decor. Head over to her blog to get the step-by-step instructions.

Kick-start conversations with this adorable doorknob hanger. Make this rustic decoration by tying three mini grapevine forms together with twine and attaching a faux acorn. Consider adding a bell to make entering this doorway sound as charming as it looks.

The bountiful garland — made with a mix of faux pumpkins, hydrangeas, pinecones, greenery and more — on Ashley Wilson's sweet pink door gives total autumn harvest vibes. She decked out her entry with a matching wreath, but the fall garland would be just as festive on its own.

This quintessential fall door decoration from lifestyle blogger Julie Blanner is as pretty to look at as it is easy to make. All you need is a handful of wheat, a rubberband, some ribbon and her easy step-by-step instructions.

Nothing says "fall" quite like a bundle of dried flint corn. For an elegant presentation, choose three large ears, spray paint them in varying metallic colors and braid together before hanging.

Invoke the warm and fuzzy feelings of fall with this stylish front door design. Cover your door in brown craft paper, then cut faux white pumpkins in half. Attach the pumpkins with removable picture hanging hooks and accent with a waterfall of faux fall foliage and plaid ribbon.

If you want to switch up your wreath game, but you don't want to stray too far from traditional door decor, a swag might be right for you. This one is made of beautiful green and brown faux magnolia leaves for a stunning door display. Bonus: This leafy hanger is prettier enough to adorn your door all year long!

Is last year's rake looking a little worse for the wear? Instead of tossing it, give it new life as a cheery fall welcome arrangement.

Some people love it, some hate it, but everyone agrees that candy corn is a seasonal staple. Put your love of this polarizing candy on display by decking your door in a banner of handcrafted candy corn pennants. All you need is a store-bought cardboard pennant banner, some craft paint and wood beads to pull off this yellow, orange and white display.

Get a long-lasting fresh flower look by filling a vintage hanging container (like this rustic metal bucket) with dried hydrangea, cotton stems and curly willow branches. When it's time to switch out your fall door decor, simply rearrange all materials in a vase to be enjoyed indoors.

A rustic metal basket lined with wheat straw creates the perfect base for displaying pumpkins, apples or other decorative seasonal produce. Opt for high quality faux varieties instead of the real thing to keep the basket from getting too heavy and to ensure your decor will last throughout the season.

Turn a thrifted basket into a chic fall door display by filling it with faux white pumpkins, wheat and dried flowers. To maintain the neutral color palette, consider giving your basket a whitewash finish with a mix of one part white paint and one part water. Complete the look with a beige cotton ribbon.

Add some harvest hospitality to your entry by covering the front door in rustic craft paper, faux fall leaves and hand-lettered words of welcome. It's fall, y'all!

If you're feeling particularly crafty, throw together a few of these large DIY paper dahlias for a fun, youthful fall look. (These crafted beauties aren't weather-proof, so they should only be displayed on a covered door.)

The possibilities for this easy wood shutter craft are endless. Dress it up for fall and Thanksgiving, then easily swap out the letters for other holidays. It’s even perfect as everyday decor, displaying words like “home” or “love”.