This is a quick post to show you how to make the sweet little jingle bell place cards that I made for my holiday table. When I set a table I always like to use place cards. I think they not only make the table look prettier, but will make your guests feel extra- special.
Since I made the place cards with jingle bells they are perfect to set your Christmas or even New Year’s table with so you can ring the new year in style!
Jingle Bell Place Cards
How to Make Jingle Bell Place Cards for Your Holiday Table
supplies needed:
- 3 jingle bells for each card, buy at the craft store
- White card stock
- Computer with fonts installed and printer
- Hole punch
- Curling ribbon
- Scissors
1. Using your computer and printer. Open up Word, Pages or Photoshop and write the names in the font, color and size you want in a new blank document. I used the font Precious – Size 80 pts. I printed the computer generated names on card-stock and then cut each name out around the letters.
Note: As you cut out the names, leave a little extra card stock to the left of each name so you can use a hole punch to punch a hole in the paper and then tie the ribbon with the jingle bells through the hole.
2. Tie 3 jingle bells together with a few strands of curling ribbon and then tie on to the place card.
I placed the jingle bell place cards on a table runner I made using these mirror tiles so they would catch the candle light. It looked very pretty.
I used 3 small jingle bells, but you could use one larger jingle bell also. Your guests will enjoy picking them up and hearing the sound of the season right at the table.
To see more ideas for how to set your table for the holidays click here, here and here. Inspiration guaranteed!
Lupie Dell says
I tried to find the candle holders you use on your table I went to the dollar store but they did not have them any suggestions where I might get them? I do decorate with mirrors not only at Christmas but throughout the year I also use cake plates on stands to do a lot of decorating. Love the table
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Esther C says
Just wanted to let you know that I stumbled upon your website today and have been browsing for hours now! I think your extremely creative …. Thank you for sharing all your ideas with us! God Bless you!!
Lisa says
Love your style. Started following your blog earlier this year and you help me to think outside the box to decorate my home on a budget and with the equipment and skills I already have. I’ll be using a mirror runner with candles on my Christmas table this year. It’s beautiful. Thank you for inspiring a beautiful Christmas even here in hot, sunny Australia.
Mid-Atlantic Martha says
These are adorable! Thanks for a great idea. Happy New Year.
Marilyn Holeman says
Just beautiful! I love the snowballs on your table, and the hurricanes are gorgeous. Happy New Year!
Rosalie says
FABULOUS….
pk @ Room Remix says
I’m still liking this unique color scheme! The mirrors add the perfect touch of sparkle and I really like the jingle bell idea.
I hope you had a great New Years Eve and that 2011 holds nothing but wonderful things for you. Looking forward to seeing more of your creative ideas in the upcoming year. Have a great weekend…
Heidi Roylance says
Very nice! Love the colors and the mirrors under everything.
La says
Your table looks great. Happy New Year! La
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Love the color combination, it’s so pretty and perfect for a new year celebration. Wishing you a very happy new year!
Lynda says
Aren’t those mirrors fantastic? I also had used them for a Christmas party I set for a friend. LOVE your three hurricanes! Your jingle-bell place cands look great! Thanks for sharing over at Susans Tablescape Party!
Blessings to you for the upcoming NEW year!
xo Lynda
Christine says
So cute. I love that font.
Christine
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vintagegal says
Thos place cards are darling. The table looks fabulous with the mirror.
Hope you have a beautiful new year to come filled with joy and peace
(((Hugs)))
Marianne
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
The sparkle is perfect for a New Year’s Eve table, Diane! Love the mirror idea and I love the place cards. That would even work for Christmas {next year}!
Christine says
that is pretty with the mirror!