As promised, here are the instructions for this quick and easy plate centerpiece/name card holder!
Start with 4 smallish rectangles of tissue paper. These are about 9" x 12". Use all the same color, or alternate colors in the stack.
Stack the tissue layers, then fold in half lengthwise. Using large scissors, cut narrow slits into the unfolded side, leaving about an inch of uncut tissue on the folded side.
Holding the folded tissue so that the fringe can hang down freely, carefully roll up the pompom along the uncut, folded edge. Tape the end so it doesn't unroll, shake it a bit and then put the base of the pompom inside an egg cup or small vase.
To make the name card, cut out 2 flower shapes with a die-cut tool and glue or tape them back-to-back with the petals offset. Write the name on a circle shape and attach to flower. Insert a toothpick up between the 2 flower shapes and then insert into pompom. And that's it! Much easier than pie.
This is so cute! I have never done place cards before, but think that I will this year for Christmas. It will be a fun thing to do with my kids.
Posted by: Tricia Whitney | December 12, 2011 at 06:45 AM