DIY Holiday Chargers
- package of 14-inch cake circles
- black paint and roller (I used chalkboard paint, because it’s what I had!)
- festive fabric scraps
- alphabet stencils
- decoupage glue in matte finish
- decoupage glue in glitter finish
- paint brush
- Paint the backside of your cake circles with black paint. Let dry completely.
- Gather fabric scraps and cut into squares.
- Decide on holiday words and gather the appropriate alphabet stencils (I used the words: JOY, HOPE, LOVE & PEACE)
- Trace each letter onto the backside of fabric squares- one letter per square. Be sure to flip letter backwards so that it’s facing the correct position when you flip your fabric!
- To attach the letters to the black chargers, apply a thin layer of matte decoupage glue to the top of your charger. Arrange your letters appropriately.
- Paint over the entire charger with the matte decoupage glue.
- Let the glue dry to the touch.
- Go over the charger again with your glitter decoupage glue.
- Let the glue dry completely before using. When these are completely dried and cured, you should be able to use a very damp cloth to wipe off any food spills.
Of course, the glitter decoupage is totally optional, but I think it adds a nice, shimmery touch! I can’t wait to see how the candle light catches it on Christmas night. It’ll be so pretty, don’t you think?
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Thanks Emily! What a great and inexpensive way to make your holiday table look more festive! Check out 52 Mantels for tons of other great ideas too!
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This Colorblock Jewelry she made is a great way to add color to an outfit!! And, she made it out of duct tape! How awesome is that? This could be a fun gift idea for your teen/tweens’ friends!
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Hola! I’ve been reading your blog for a while now and finally got the courage to go ahead and give you a shout out from Atascocita Tx!
Just wanted to tell you keep up the great job!
Um, you’re calling painted cardboard a charger? Dude, how *very* budget.
Cute idea! What are the gold scalloped items under your chargers? Would use those as placemat chargers at our next soirée! Thank you!
These are so cute! I especially like the thought that you could paint and decorate the other side differently and have 2 holiday chargers in one! 🙂
So pretty Emily!
I just found my next project. That would be the best for Thanksgiving!
What a fun idea! I love those napkins with the reindeer. Is the reindeer apart of the napkin or just sitting on top? Either way, love that idea!
Es genial!! Gracias
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Such a great idea Emily. Thanks for sharing it!!
xoxo
Emily, your chargers are such a great idea! I love that you can customize them with whatever decorations fit your decor for the season. Well done!