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Thanksgiving place cards

Folded name cards decorated with real pressed leaves or stamped acorns for every seat at the holiday table.

Thanksgiving place cards
LevelBeginner
Time30 minutes
Cost$2 to $6
ThanksgivingFallDollar storeLow messGroups

What you'll need

Materials

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Tools

How to make it

  1. Step 1: Score the fold
    1

    Score the fold

    Run a butter knife along a ruler across the middle of each card.

  2. Step 2: Fold it
    2

    Fold it

    Fold the card so it stands up like a tent.

  3. Step 3: Write the names
    3

    Write the names

    Write each guest's name large on the front half.

  4. Step 4: Add a leaf
    4

    Add a leaf

    Glue a small leaf in the corner beside the name.

  5. Step 5: Set the table
    5

    Set the table

    Stand one card on each plate or napkin.

Edie's tip

Print the names in a large font on paper first, then trace them. It's a nice trick if your handwriting is shakier than it used to be.

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