Easy Upcycled Easter Napkin Rings for your Table

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Creating a beautiful Easter table doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Save money and add elegant place settings to your table when you make these easy upcycled Easter napkin rings. They come together quickly and easily turn a regular plate into an inviting decor piece.

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Easter with my in-laws is a large, casual affair. When we eat, it’s buffet style and you find a seat where you can. It’s nice but it can be equally nice to have a properly set table with a family style meal. My family is much smaller so we can all fit at one table during the holidays.

The really great part is that I get the best of both worlds. These Easter napkin rings are great for my smaller family gathering. They’re exactly what you need to dress up your Easter table too. Don’t worry, though. They are super easy to make, not-to-mention fast.

 

Easter Napkin Ring with Napkin Inside on Plate

Craft Supplies next to Flowers and Shower Curtain Rings

Easter Napkin Rings Materials

Step 1

First, cut a length of craft ribbon that is 16-24 inches depending on the width of your ribbon. (The thinner your ribbon, the longer the length needs to be.)

Step 2

Next, place a small dot of hot glue on the inside of your shower ring at the place where it snaps closed.

 

End of Ribbon Glued to Shower Ring

Step 3

Now press the end of your length of ribbon into the glue and begin wrapping the ribbon around the shower curtain ring.

 

Close up of Shower Ring Wrapped in Ribbon

Step 4

Continue wrapping the ribbon until the entire shower ring is covered, then secure the end using hot glue. Trim off any excess ribbon and set to the side.

Step 5

Repeat steps 1-4 until your have the desired number of shower rings that you need covered.

Tips:

 

Square Piece of Burlap

Step 6

Next, cut a piece of burlap that is 5” long from your roll.

 

Hand Folding Piece of Burlap

Step 7

Now, fold the unfinished sides to the middle and secure with hot glue.

Note:

 

Hand Holding Small Folded Piece of Burlap

Step 8

Next, fold the finished sides to the middle and, again, secure with hot glue.

 

Close up of Glitter Eggs and Leaf on Burlap

Step 9

Then, flip your burlap piece over so that the glued edges are on the bottom and glue 2 glittered eggs to it as pictured.

Step 10

Next, glue one of your leaves to the burlap so that the stem rests between the 2 eggs. (See the picture above step 9 for reference.)

 

Close up of Front Easter Napkin Ring in Row

Step 11

Lastly, attach a small flower to your burlap with hot glue.

Step 12

Again, repeat steps 6-11 until you have the number of burlap adornments needed to match your wrapped rings.

 

Close up of 2 Easter Napkin Rings

Step 13

Finish by gluing all of your burlap adornments to your rings.

 

Close up of Easter Napkin Ring with one in the Background

Close up of Easter Napkin Ring with Napkin Inside

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These easy upcycled Easter napkin rings will have your place settings holiday ready in no time. Simply place your napkins through your napkin rings and set the table! You’ll feel good saving money while still having an elegant table for guests. Not to mention, it totally gives you an excuse to get crafty this week. Totally a win-win!

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How to Create Customized Wall Decor on a Budget

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Have you ever looked at the cost of custom framing? Yikes! Something as small as an 8×10 framed photo can cost $120 and that’s on the lower end of the spectrum. If that sounds crazy, find out how to create customized wall decor on a budget with my new favorite, CanvasDiscount.com.

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My walls have always been an amalgamation of frames that were gifts, pieces I’ve made, and wall art that was gifted to me. It has made for a hodge podge collection on the walls that isn’t exactly my style.

I wanted a change but the cost of framing is crazy, even when you don’t go for all of that ornately carved wood. That’s why when I learned about CanvasDiscount.com I was intrigued. Could I really get awesome customized wall decor on a budget? Turns out, yeah, I can and so can you.

 

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Customized Wall Decor with CanvasDiscount.com

One of the best things about CanvasDiscount.com, besides the amazing prices, it that they print out your photos too. The entire process is super easy. Simply head to the website, choose your product, and upload your photo. They take care of the rest and ship it right to your door.

My order arrived quickly (less than a week from ordering) and the quality is absolutely spectacular. The photo quality is perfect and the frame is sturdy and beautiful. It’s like opening up a present that you know you’re going to love. Super exciting.

Of course, let’s get to the big question: How much does it cost? The photo and frame that I got is 16” x 20” and on a regular day only costs $79.90 which is already a steal compared to $120 for half the size at other places. However, CanvasDiscount.com also runs sales which can bring the price even lower (like, less than $50!). You won’t find the same amazing quality for that price anywhere else.

 

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As if those amazing discounts weren’t enough, because you are awesome CanvasDiscount.com is offering an addition discount for you with the code “DIYADULATION”. This exclusive code saves you an additional 15% to all already discounted canvas prints!

 

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How to Choose the Right Photo

Before you order your customized wall decor, there are a few things to remember when it comes to choosing your photos.

  1. First, choose a photo with a higher resolution if you are ordering a large print. You don’t want some thumbnail you stole off of social media of your kids at the park if printing a 16” x 20” canvas or photo.
  2. Second, it’s not a bad idea to do some minor editing of the photo before uploading it to the website. Don’t worry. You don’t need any fancy equipment to do this. Log on to a free photo editing website , choose a large template like poster or flyer, and upload your photo. Then place it in the template and increase the light and the contrast. Done! Save has a .PNG file for higher quality.

 

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Frame the Real Moments

Lastly, I have a challenge for you that will truly infuse your family’s personality into your decor. Frame the real moments instead of the stressful, posed ones.

Take a look around at the framed pictures on your wall. Are they all posed photos of smiling faces, even the ones from vacation? Do they paint the real picture of your family?

For truly unique and gorgeous walls, I challenge you to frame the real moments. Frame the photos of shy faces behind birthday candles. Add a family portrait to the wall with tongues sticking out.

In 5 or 10 years these are the photos that you will look at and smile fondly. You’ll chuckle at your daughter who never wanted to smile and your son who can’t sit still. These are the moments that become the best memories. Why not show them off?

 

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Gorgeous wall decor is no longer out of reach. CanvasDiscount.com allows you to create customized wall decor on a budget that is amazing quality and truly representative of your style. Don’t forget to choose a photo with high resolution and do some quick editing before uploading your photos.

Also, feel free to mix different styles and sizes to create visual interest on your walls. For example, mix a large rectangular canvas print with smaller square framed prints. You can also throw in some custom pieces you make yourself. If you need ideas, be sure to check out our home decor page!

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Delicious Mac n Cheese Recipes to Make at Home

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Macaroni and cheese is one of the best comfort foods in the world. It’s so easy to customize and experiment with flavors until you find the perfect one for you. These delicious mac n cheese recipes to make at home are bound to surprise and delight your taste buds this week.

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I love pasta. Period. Mac-n-cheese is no exception. It’s always fun to try out the many different flavor combinations at restaurants. They inspire me to be braver and bolder with my own flavor combinations.

Luckily, you don’t have to leave the comfort of home to enjoy decadent, creamy side dishes. These delicious mac n cheese recipes are everything you could want and more to enjoy around the dinner table.

 

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Irish Lobster Mac and Cheese Pie (All That’s Jas)

Oh my gosh, lobster in mac and cheese? So much yes! There’s no way you’ll regret making this for dinner.

 

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Macaroni Tex Mex Casserole Recipe (Mommy Evolution)

How about adding some of your other face flavors to the dish with this delicious Tex Mex version? It’s a super easy dish that your family will ask for over and over again.

 

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Hatfield Chorizo Bacon Mac and Cheese Bites (Looney for Food)

You can also make your favorite comfort food bite sized. The addition of chorizo in these poppable bites is perfect for an appetizer or a side dish at dinner.

 

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Mac and Cheese Bites (The Kittchen)

If chorizo’s not your thing, try this awesome recipe instead! You can’t go wrong either way (especially for parties).

 

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Easy BBQ Mac and Cheese Recipe (Home Cooking Memories)

A southern twist on a classic dish, this BBQ mac and cheese is perfect for using up leftovers. No more food waste. Yay!

 

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Broccoli Ham Macaroni and Cheese Casserole (Made in a Day)

Turn your macaroni and cheese into a full-blown meal with the addition of ham and broccoli. This is the perfect, easy casserole to get dinner on the table quickly and easily.

 

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Bacon and Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese (My Pinterventures)

Talk about taking your mac and cheese to the next level, this amazing recipe skips the cheddar cheese and subs in smoked Gouda. As if that’s not enough, it also includes yummy, salty bacon.

 

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Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese Recipe (Intelligent Domestications)

Need to feed a crowd easily? Pull out your trusty Crock Pot and whip up this delicious macaroni and cheese recipe!

 

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Homemade Mac-n-Cheese (Inside the Fox Den)

Maybe you are craving some mac-n-cheese only to find that there isn’t any in the pantry? Don’t miss out. Instead, make your own homemade version with this yummy recipe.

 

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Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole (Domestically Creative)

If you’re living the Keto life and miss your comforting macaroni and cheese, here’s a recipe just for you. Get your comfort food fix without blowing your diet with this cheesy cauliflower casserole!

 

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Which of these delicious mac-n-cheese recipes will you try first? Make a fun date night or family night of it and make them all. Taste all of them and talk about which ones are your favorite. Hello family dinner fun!

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