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Napkin Rings
These napkin
rings can be adapted for either paper, cloth, or fingertip
towels.
This
project is rated EASY to do.
What
You Need
- Red
felt
- Green
felt
- Tulip
gold glitter paint
- Scissors
- Ruler
How
To Make It
Adjust
the length of rectangle according to the type of napkins
you use:
- Cut
a rectangle of red felt 1 3/4 x 7" long.
- Cut
the ends of the rectangle as shown in the picture.
- Apply
gold glitter paint along the side of each of the
circular ends. Let dry.
- Cut
two rectangles out of red felt 2 3/4 x 3" to
make the blooms of the flower.
- Cut
the two rectangles curving the edges of the flower
as shown in the picture.
- Apply
gold glitter paint along the sides as shown in the
picture. Let dry.
- Cut
one rectangle out of green felt 3 1/2 x 3 1/4"
to make the leaves of the flower.
- Cut
the rectangle curving the edges of the leaves as
shown in the picture.
- Apply
gold glitter paint along the sides as shown in the
picture. Let dry.
- Turn
the long rectangular felt over and apply gold
glitter paint along the side of each of the circular
ends. (Optional) Let dry.
- Place
one red bloom on top of the leaves, so that you can
see a leaf in-between each part of the bloom.
- Place
another red bloom on top of the first red bloom.
Rotate so that you see the first red bloom parts
between the one on the top. (see photo)
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13. Measure the width of the long rectangular felt (napkin
ring) at the "neck" (immediately after the round area)
of the napkin ring.14. Pick up all 3 pieces and fold in half.
15. With
your scissors, cut a slit through all the layers that would
measure 1/2 the width of the "neck" of the napkin
ring.
16. Open
up the 3 pieces.
17.
Insert one end of the napkin ring through all 3 pieces
(beginning with the leaves).
18.
Insert the other end of the napkin ring through all 3 pieces.
19.
Insert your napkin into the napkin ring.
20. Place
on your table and enjoy using your napkin rings!
Tips
This would make a nice gift to give someone on your Christmas
list!
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