Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Decoupage Poinsettia Paper Napkin Rings

Let your holiday creativity flow by trying out DIY ideas that not only make your home look welcoming and unique but quite inviting, too! One way is to bring the beauty of a traditional Christmas flower like the poinsettia to each place setting, transforming paper napkins into festive table accents that's perfect for a holiday gathering or family Christmas dinner.

But what if your "paper napkin" is too small to be a really useful napkin. One where you can't truly place on your lap to catch crumbs, or use it to gently blot your mouth and fingers during meals, or for quick cleanups? If so, you decide to turn your decorative paper napkin into a craft or home decor project! The paper napkin I have (that's shown below) is only 5"x 5" wide - too small to wipe your mouth, right!

But imagine it as a gorgeous napkin ring! How cool would that be! But before I get started on showing you how to make one, WELCOME to this month's Creative Craft Hop! Our last one for 2026! The hop is co-hosted by two very talented ladies, Sara @Birdz of a Feather and Donna @Modern on Monticello who take turns every other month! The lovely and creative, Sara is our host for November! I'm so glad you're here checking out our creative projects! If you are joining me from Cecilia's adorable Crochet Water Bottle Cozy, Welcome!

At the very end of my tutorial, I'll be directing you to the next amazing creative crafter! And don't forget to check out the entire list of all the incredible creative crafters who joined us this month! Be sure to check out each and everyone of them - and plan to be impressed, too!

So let's get started making an adorable Decoupage Poinsettia Paper Napkin Ring

Materials Used:

Poinsettia paper napkins
Mod Podge (matte)/paint /brush
Small scissors
Parchment paper
Craft iron
Foam sheet
Electric griddle
Ball stylus
Foam cushion
Gorilla Super Glue
Small beads

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How To:

Start with a small paper napkin like this one:

As I mentioned before, it's only five inches by five inches. But if you have regular size poinsettia paper napkins, just cut out the flower to decoupage and make the napkin rings. Here, my napkin is open to reveal four small poinsettias - the perfect size for napkin rings:

Begin by carefully removing the unprinted, white backing layers from the poinsettia design. You only want to use the top printed layer. Do this by lightly dipping your forefinger in Mod Podge and tapping your thumb and forefingers together to get them sticky.

Then tap the edge of the napkin with your fingers until the layers easily separate,

and carefully remove the white backing layers.

Once the white layers are removed, lay down a sheet of parchment paper and place the napkin design layer on top. Carefully apply Mod Podge to the design using a paint brush. Be gentle so you won't tear the napkin!

The decoupage seals and protects the napkin.

Once finished with applying the decoupage, place a sheet of parchment paper on top and use a craft iron to help remove the wrinkles and let dry.

Next, I painted Mod Podge on the back of the poinsettia designs and placed them down on a red foam sheet. Then, I laid parchment paper on top to smooth out any more wrinkles and let dry.

It's really coming together!

Once dry, it's time to cut some of the petal designs toward the center to add dimension.

Once the petal designs were cut, lay the foam side petals directly against a hot flat griddle (placed at the lowest setting) or an iron just for a few seconds. The petals will pop away from the hot surface on its own.

Then place the warm foam sheet face down onto a piece of foam cushion and press the embossing tool into the center to give the flower a round, deep cup shape plus additional petal dimension.

After a few seconds, the foam cools down and the shape is locked in. For the center, add Gorilla super glue (quick drying) to the middle and arrange six small beads in the middle. Firmly press in place and let dry overnight.

Once the napkin flowers are dry, add glue to the center back and also on the middle of the napkin ring and attach the two together. Let dry.

I'm loving how these poinsettia paper napkin rings came together!

How cool does the decoupage poinsettia paper napkin ring look in a

table setting!

I hope you had a great time checking out how I made my Poinsettia Napkin Rings! Up next, is the very creative artisan, Carol, sharing her gorgeous Chinoiserie Decoupage Christmas Trees! You will surely be amazed!

Please enjoy visiting all of the talented and creative crafty bloggers who joined this months' Creative Craft Hop listed below:

Cecilia - 2 Ways to Crochet a Water Bottle Cozy

Gail - Decoupage Poinsettia Paper Napkin Rings

Carol - Chinoiserie Decoupage Christmas Trees Using the Iron Method

Sue - How to Make Clock Ornaments for Christmas

Sara - Cement Heart

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Ruffled Lace Tabletop Lighted Tree

7:00 AM Gail @Purple Hues and Me Creative Craft Hop, lighted cone tree, Ruffled Lace 5 comments

This stunning ruffled lace tabletop lighted cone tree adds a touch of festive charm to your holiday decor. It's not only visually appealing but also has added festive charm by lighting up and changing colors! It will definitely be the standout piece in any home this holiday season.

Layers of gathered lace cascade around, creating a light and airy texture. When lit, each lacy layer captures the light beautifully. Fantastic for enhancing the glitz and glamour of any holiday setting.

I'm sure you're wondering how I came about making something like this. It all started with me going through old craft items to see what to keep and what to throw out. First, I "found" a large stash of lace trim that looked too narrow to do anything with. But being the crafter that I am, I was quite hesitant to get rid of it. Then I came across a pack of clear craft plastic stencil sheets and I knew exactly what I would do with both the lace and one of the plastic sheets.

But before I tell you more, Welcome to this months' Creative Craft Hop! The hop is co-hosted by Sara @Birdz of a Feather and Donna @Modern on Monticello who take turns every other month! The lovely and talented Donna is our host for this month! I'm so glad you're here checking out our creative projects for the month of October! If you're joining me from Sara's amazing Polymer Clay Coffee craft - I know you were blown away with her imagination and creativity! And at the very end of my tutorial, I will be sharing our entire list of all the incredible creative crafters who joined us this month! Be sure to check out each and everyone of them - and plan to be impressed, too!

So let's begin with what you'll need to make this lovely Ruffled Lace Tabletop Lighted Tree!

Materials Needed:

Clear Craft Plastic Sheet -16"x24"
Rotary cutting mat
Wide Cellophane Tape
White Lace Trim
Gorilla Super Glue w/brush
Scissors
Mini Glitter Bow Stickers
LED Multi Light Puck

How To:

First, we'll need to make a cone tree out of the clear craft plastic sheet. I know you've seen cone tree instructions on drawing a circle and cutting it in half and using one of the halves to "roll" it into a cone shape. But, I wanted to use all of the plastic to form a tall cone so I began by placing the plastic sheet on a flat surface, like my rotary cutting mat, ensuring it’s free of wrinkles or creases.

Then position the bottom edge of the plastic at a slight angle to the rolling direction—creating the conical shape. I gradually roll the plastic around together, applying even pressure with my fingertips to avoid creasing. Be sure to maintain the same amount of tension as you roll, ensuring the plastic forms a smooth, continuous curve of a cone shape. Pointed at the top, while gradually widening to the bottom.

Satisfied with the shape of the cone, while still holding the cone shape together, secure the side edges using wide cellophane tape.

Then cut off the excess plastic on the bottom so the cone will sit flat on a table.

How cool does this look! Quite nice and it's 23" tall!

Perfect size for a tabletop tree!

Now, it's time to add the ruffled lace trim. Starting at the bottom of the cone, brush on Gorilla Super Glue in a straight line around the cone every few inches, then apply the lace trim on top of the glue. Making sure the lace trim is straight first following the bottom edge of the cone.

Once the lace trim is glued down, cut off excess lace at one of the decorative folds applying more glue on the lace to seal.

Continue brushing on glue and adding the lace trim to the plastic cone, creating a lovely look of ruffled lace trim.

It was easier for me to brush on the glue and add the lace trim with the cone laying on its' side.

Smoothing the ruffled lace down on the glue and . . .

cutting off excess lace . . .

all the way up the cone!

I love, love, love how this ruffled lace cone tree is coming together!

Spiraled ruffled lace, from bottom to top! Looking quite beautiful!

Now let's add some tiny decorative glitter stick-on bows I found on sale at Hobby Lobby for a little over one dollar to spice things up! Oh, and if you look on Amazon for the bows - they're over eight dollars for the same bows!