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The finished napkin holder tied to a plaid napkin.

Acorn Napkin Rings

Learn how to make beautiful Fall Napkin Rings with acorns and ribbons!
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Drying Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 1 napkin ring
Author: Ginnie

Equipment

  • awl
  • small paint brush
  • 20-gauge jewelry wire
  • jewelry tools (round nose pliers, flat nose pliers, and cutters)

Materials

  • 2 acorns
  • craft paint
  • super glue
  • 1 napkin
  • 12 inches narrow ribbon (about ¼ to ⅝-inch wide)
  • 1 leaf

Instructions

Prep + Paint Acorn Caps

  • Remove the acorn caps from the acorns.
  • Press awl into center of each acorn cap to make a small hole.
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  • Cover the acorns with paint. Let dry. (You may need multiple coats.)
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Add Wire to Caps

  • Cut a 5-inch piece of wire. Make a loop in the center of the wire by wrapping the wire around the round nose pliers.
  • Hold the wire at the base of the loop with the flat nose pliers. Bend the wire straight down.
  • Pull both ends of the wire through the acorn top.
  • Snip the wire ends so they are about ¼-inch long and then press them flush against the inside of the acorn.
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Glue Acorns Together

  • Attach the tops and bottoms of the acorns back together using the super glue. Let dry.
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Assemble Napkin Rings

  • Cut a piece of ribbon about 1 foot long. Tie a single knot around a napkin, then slide an acorn onto each end of the ribbon.
  • Make another knot in the ribbon to hold the acorns in place, then tie a bow.
  • Trim the ends of the ribbon. Slip a leaf behind the bow for a little extra color.
    A photo collage showing how to tie the rings around a napkin.
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