How to Make a Decorative Wooden Serviette Ring

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Choose a wooden or plastic decoration.

   This is the part that will match the décor, so choose with care.
   
   It also needs to have at least one flat area at the back that can be attached to the serviette ring.
   
   Wooden cutouts and flat plastic pieces are usually the best choices, and many can be sourced from craft or dollar stores.
   
   Ideas to match a décor include:
   Stars, moons and the sun for a party A Christmas tree, Santa face or reindeer for a Christmas theme Fruit or cornucopia for harvest festivals Flags, national icons for patriotic events Animals, toys or cartoon characters for a kid's party or the kids' end of the table Birthday symbols for a birthday party Numbers for anniversaries and special birthdays, etc.
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   Step 2: Place the decorative element up against the ring.

   Check that it fits, looks good and will match the theme you're trying to develop. , Remove labels, stickers, etc. and any elements that won't add to the decorative effect.
   
   If they need cleaning, clean them. , Allow to dry.
   
   Repeat for as many serviette rings as you're making. , Gently press the decoration to the ring, in the right place.
   
   Hold for a few seconds.
   
   Let dry completely.
   
   Repeat for as many serviette rings as you're making. , Make sure that the rings are completely dry before doing this.
   
   They're now ready to grace the table.
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   Step 3: Prepare the decorative elements if needed.

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   Step 4: Spray paint the entire serviette ring and the decoration.

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   Step 5: Place a blob of glue onto the ring and the back of the decoration.

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   Step 6: Slip the serviettes through the rings.

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