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DIY Wood Slice Napkin Rings & Name Cards

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Inside: The most adorable little DIY rustic modern napkin rings that will also act as place cards.

A few weeks ago the guys down the street were trimming the trees so of course I pulled over at the sight of a pile of logs. What can I say, I’m crafty like that!

I knew I wanted to make something with wood slices so I brought them home and sliced them up. Then I stalled.

Fast forward a couple of days and my mom was over. We were messing around with the styling of a few projects and setting up for my very simple fall table (that I’ll show you the details of in a few days) and an idea came flying into my head.

It went like this…

Napkin rings. With names on them. Chalkboard paint. Wood slices! Yes!

So here you have it. The most adorable little rustic modern napkin rings that will also act as place cards. Perfect for not so fancy fall entertaining.

DIY woodslice and chalkboard napking rings

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These are so incredibly easy, you are going to be stalking the gardeners in your area for sure.

The slices I used came from a branch of a tree. At first I was disappointed that they weren’t bigger. But once I came up with this idea they turned out to be the perfect size. (They are about 2 inches in diameter.)

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What you’ll need:

  • Small wood slices. If you aren’t into finding them around you can buy them here.
  • Chalkboard paint. I had this kind left over from a project, but you can buy it in small batches too.
  • A small paint brush
  • Chalk
  • Ribbon
  • A staple gun or hot glue gun.
DIY woodslice and chalkboard napkin rings

How to make wood slice chalkboard napkin rings:

Step 1: After cutting your wood into slices about 3/4 inches thick let them dry out.

DIY woodslice and chalkboard napkin rings

Step 2: With a small paint brush apply your chalkboard paint. I started out making perfect circles, but decided instead to follow the natural curve of the slice leaving a border of wood showing through. I think it looks a lot better and adds to the organic feel. (Plus, trying to paint a perfect circle is too hard!)

Step 3: Cut a ribbon for each piece that is long enough to fit your napkins when it forms a circle and add a little bit for overlap. (I found this felt ribbon at Michael’s.)

DIY wood slice and chalkboard napkin rings

Step 4: Flip each slice over and attach the ribbon using a stable gun.

DIY woodslice and chalkboard napkin rings

You will want the ribbon to overlap at least an inch. Place it on the back of the slice and use 2 staples on each one to secure it. If you don’t have a staple gun, you could use hot glue, but I think a staple will work better with the tugging that is bound to happen when taking the napkin out.

Step 5: Season each little chalkboard. (All that means is take the side of a piece of chalk and rub it on each chalkboard surface, then rub it with an eraser or a paper towel. The chalkboard will loose its very black appearance and look more like a used chalkboard.

Tip: To write each name (since it is such a small space) rub a piece of chalk on a rough surface like the sidewalk turning it as you go to create a sharp point.

wood slice and chalkboard napkin rings

And that’s it! Such a cute and unique little addition to my fall table!

DIY wood slice and chalkboard napkin rings
wood slice and chalkboard napkin rings

I’m not one to do a lot of rustic, but this little addition is just perfect for fall! Especially since I’m going much more simple this year than I did with last year’s fall tablescape.

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  1. Lindsay says

    October 5, 2015 at 11:30 am

    This is BRILLIANT! Love love love it. and love that it can be used all fall and winter! I’m pinning this now!

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    • Corey W. says

      October 6, 2015 at 5:13 pm

      Thanks so much Lindsay! I’m all about decor and crafts that can be used for more than one season!

  2. Amy W says

    September 26, 2015 at 8:40 pm

    You had me at Wood Slice! Love this simple project and also loving that black and white runner on your table, yum. Pinned.

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  3. Tina Eyster says

    September 26, 2015 at 8:34 am

    I love these napkin rings! Excellent idea!

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  4. Haeley @ Design Improvised says

    September 26, 2015 at 7:21 am

    I love wood slice crafts and these would be so pretty for a fall table!

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  5. Christine says

    September 24, 2015 at 11:45 am

    So pretty Corey!! I want some!! I’ll get cracking on the project so that I have some for the holidays!

    P.S. Stumbled!

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    • Corey W. says

      September 25, 2015 at 2:36 pm

      Thanks Christine! As soon as the idea popped into my head I knew I was going to love them 🙂

  6. chelsea jacobs says

    September 24, 2015 at 6:51 am

    These are adorable! They would be perfect for Thanksgiving!

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    • Corey W. says

      September 25, 2015 at 2:37 pm

      Thanks Chelsea! I agree. I’m going to use them this weekend cause I’m throwing my mom a birthday dinner and then they will for sure be making an appearance at Turkey Day!

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