Looking for a unique and festive way to dress up your table setting? These DIY snowflake napkin rings are the perfect touch! They’re surprisingly easy to make with simple materials like binder rings, crystal beads, and foam snowflakes. Imagine the dazzling sparkle of these snowflake napkin rings catching the light on your holiday table. Let’s get crafting!
Gather Your Supplies
Before we begin our snowflake napkin ring journey, gather the following:
- Glitter berries
- Crystal spray branch (with dangling crystals)
- Crystal bead string
- Foam snowflakes
- 1.5-inch binder rings
- White ribbon
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Scissors
Pro Tip: You can find most of these supplies at craft stores like Michaels, Joann, or even online. Don’t be afraid to get creative and substitute materials to match your desired color scheme.
Step-by-Step Guide to Crafting Your Snowflake Napkin Rings
1. Prep the Snowflake Components
- Disassemble the Crystal Branch: Carefully remove the smaller branches from the main crystal spray branch. You might need to gently unwrap or pull off any paper covering. Then, carefully remove the paper covering from the wires holding the dangling crystals, being sure not to cut the wires.
- Add Beads to the Crystals: Take a single crystal from the branch and thread a bead onto its wire, pushing it up to meet the base of the crystal. Repeat this for each crystal on the branches.
- Separate the Flower Centers: If you’re using flower centers like in the original inspiration, separate the three parts of each flower center.
2. Assemble the Snowflake
- Attach the Flower Center to the Binder Ring: Take a flower center piece and bend its wire to follow the curve of the binder ring. Then, bend the top part of the flower center at a 90-degree angle so it sits nicely on top of the ring.
- Position the Snowflake: Place a foam snowflake in the middle of the flower center, ensuring it’s evenly spaced between the flower center sections.
- Secure the Crystal Branches: Take a crystal branch and position it under the snowflake, nestled between two of the flower center sections. Wrap the wire of the crystal branch around the flower center stem and the binder ring to secure it. Repeat this process with two more crystal branches, evenly spacing them around the snowflake.
3. Add the Finishing Touches
- Wrap the Ribbon: Measure and cut an 18-inch piece of white ribbon. Place a dot of hot glue directly under the center of the wires where the snowflake will be placed. Adhere one end of the ribbon to the glue and then wrap the ribbon around the binder ring, overlapping it as you go to completely conceal the metal ring. Once you’ve wrapped the entire ring, secure the other end of the ribbon with another dot of hot glue and trim any excess.
- Adhere the Snowflake: Apply a dot of hot glue to the center of the snowflake and press it firmly onto the center of the wires, securing it in place.
And there you have it – a stunning DIY snowflake napkin ring!
Showcase Your Creations
Aren’t these snowflake napkin rings simply enchanting? Imagine them adorning your holiday table, shimmering under the twinkling lights. Repeat these steps to make as many napkin rings as you need to add a touch of winter wonderland magic to your table setting.
Expert Tip: “For a personalized touch,” says renowned craft expert Emily Carter, “consider adding a guest’s initial to the center of each snowflake using a fine-tip marker or a bit of glitter glue.”
Share Your Crafting Journey!
We’d love to see your sparkling creations! Share pictures of your DIY snowflake napkin rings in the comments below. Don’t forget to explore Robert Kline Art for more unique handmade gifts and craft ideas. Happy crafting!