There are many people who wait until the last minute to do many of their Thanksgiving day things. One of these things is place cards, which come in handy for a large or small amount of people. I did these last year and they were a hit with everyone. They are really easy to make and are great for that last minute addition to your table decorations.
Materials Needed:
- 3-inch terra-cotta flowerpot
- Crafting foam in black, yellow, green, and purple
- Scissors
- Acrylic paints in black, white, red, green, and blue
- Thick white crafts glue
- Black fabric paint pen
Instructions:
1. Paint the entire pot black and allow it to dry. Choose a color to paint the band around the top of the pot. Let it dry. Make white dots on the rest of the pot by dipping the handle of a paintbrush in white paint and dotting onto the surface.
2. Cut a circle from black foam. Cut it about 1/2 inch wider all around than the pot opening. Use an appropriate size dish, cup, or lid to trace. Place a small amount of glue on the rim of the pot and glue onto the black foam circle.
3. To make the buckle, measure the width of the band of the pot (the portion painted a different color). Cut a rectangle out of foam that measures about 1/8 inch deeper than the band on the pot. Glue it to the band. Let the glue dry.
4. Use a black paint pen to write the guest’s name on the colored band. Allow it to dry before using.