Can you feel the holiday spirit yet? Although we can enjoy the return to shared feasts, we still have a challenge ahead of us - how to decorate the table in a unique way? The answer is simple - napkin rings ! These small but effective accessories can completely change the arrangement of your table, giving it extraordinary elegance.
Why is it worth choosing napkin rings ?
Napkin rings are an extremely versatile and practical addition to any table arrangement. They liven up the table setting, giving it coherence and a refined character. They give even the simplest, everyday meals a festive character. Napkin rings work great both during large celebrations and intimate, family dinners. Their presence on the table makes guests feel exceptionally treated, and you can be sure that your arrangement looks extremely elegant.
It is also worth emphasizing that napkin rings are not yet as common in Polish homes as, for example, on Western tables. Therefore, their use can become your small but very effective distinguishing feature. One simple DIY is enough to create unique rings that will delight all your guests.
How to make napkin rings step by step?
Making your own napkin rings is great fun and also gives you the opportunity to create a unique table decoration.
Selection of materials
The basis for making rings will be cardboard sleeves from paper towels or toilet paper. You can also cut strips of thicker cardboard yourself and glue them into the shape of a ring. In addition, prepare glue, scissors or a knife, as well as decorative materials - ribbons, strings, lace, newspaper cutouts, glitter, etc. The choice depends on your creativity and the style you want to achieve.
Cutting rings
Cut the sleeves into strips about 2 cm wide, using a ruler and pencil to get even sizes. You can also cut the strips from cardboard to the right length yourself. Remember not to crush the tubes so that they maintain their round shape.
Decorating wedding rings
It's time for some real fun! Cover the sleeves or cardboard circles with glue, then stick all the decorative elements you choose on them. Unleash your creativity by using different materials, colors, and patterns. You can also ask your children to help - it's a great opportunity to spend time together and develop their manual skills.
Finalization
Once your rings are ready, you can further reinforce them by taping them from the inside. This will make them last much longer. Now all that's left is to place them on or next to the plates to give your table a unique character.
Napkin Ring Ideas - Inspirations for Every Occasion
While making rings from cardboard tubes is a great idea, you can also use other materials to achieve a completely different effect. Here are some inspiring ideas:
String rings
Natural strings or ribbons wrapped around the napkin are an elegant, minimalist solution. You can use jute, cotton or linen string for a rustic, cozy feel. For greater durability, you can also glue them.
Ceramic wedding rings
Another interesting option are rings made of clay or self-hardening mass. Such simple, geometric shapes will work great during intimate, family celebrations, giving them a slightly artistic, handicraft character.
Decorative wooden rings
Wooden discs, decorated with e.g. burning or painting, are an elegant alternative to cardboard sleeves. Such rings will perfectly match natural, rustic table arrangements.
Flower rings
Create unique rings by wrapping napkins in string or ribbon and then decorating them with dried flowers, herbs or leaves. This motif will work great for spring or summer parties.
When is it worth reaching for napkin rings ?
Napkin rings are a universal accessory that will work well in many situations. Their elegant appearance and ability to liven up a table arrangement make them an irreplaceable element of decoration during celebrations such as:
- weddings and wedding anniversaries,
- communions and baptisms,
- birthdays and name days,
- Christmas and New Year's dinners.
But napkin rings can also add splendor to everyday meals with your loved ones. Just make sure they match the rest of your arrangement to give even a simple dinner a festive touch. In this way, you can make every meeting at the table exceptional.
How to properly arrange napkin rings ?
Although napkin rings are a small detail, it is worth paying attention to a few rules for their proper placement on the table. An expert from the Montemarco Savoir-Vivre & Manners Academy, Ms. Marzena Nowicka, provides some valuable tips:
- The place for the napkin is usually the center of the plate. If there is an underplate, the ring should be placed on it.
- If there is already a snack on the table, place the ring on the left side, at the height of the cutlery.
- Never place a wedding ring on top of a plate - that is not its intended place.
- The first person to sit down at the table takes off their wedding ring and places it on the left side, above their plate.
- After the meal is finished, we do not recreate the napkin- ring decoration.
Summary
Napkin rings are an incredibly effective and simple way to give your table setting a unique character. With them, you can liven up even the most modest setting, making it more festive and elegant.
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