Easy & Inexpensive Thanksgiving Place Cards

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 It's November and before you know it, it will be time for turkey!  How about getting ahead with preparations for the big day with some place cards that you can make in an afternoon?  Read on!

All you need are a few simple supplies:

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These cute chalkboard tags:
Some pretty paper straws:
Both found at the dollar store.
Add a pair of scissors, a hot glue gun, chalk (I used vinyl) for the names, and some embellishments.

Start by cutting 2 - 3" pieces from a paper straw and gluing them together at an angle.
Cut another 2" piece and glue it across the two pieces you just glued together toward the bottom leaving a little space for 'feet'.
Next cut another 3" piece and glue it to the first two so it forms an easel.
Cut a small section off the last piece so the easel will tip back just a bit.
To hide the glue at the top, I added a small bit of Bittersweet.

The chalkboard tags come with a small clothespin on the back so I used my heat gun to warm up the glue and pried them off.
I used my Cricut Maker and some vinyl to make the names.  You can also use stickers or chalk.  After applying the vinyl, I embellished with a little more bittersweet.
Two dabs of hot glue to attach it.
And you're done!

Whether you're having a big crowd for dinner or a small gathering, these place cards take just minutes to make.  You've got plenty of time to get them done!

Happy Crafting, My Friends!



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Comments

  1. Jennifer WiseNovember 6, 2023 at 8:27 AM

    Oh, my goodness, this is darling. So fun! Visiting from Senior Salon Pit Stop. Pinning. :) (I'd love to see this post shared at my linkup as well, if you'd like: https://lifetalesbooks.blogspot.com/p/calling-fellow-bloggers.html)

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    1. AnnNovember 6, 2023 at 1:31 PM

      Thank you, Jennifer. I'm happy to share!

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    2. Jennifer WiseNovember 6, 2023 at 4:06 PM

      I'm so glad you did, Ann! Hope to see you back at the linkup next week as well.

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    3. AnnNovember 6, 2023 at 7:35 PM

      I'm happy to do it!

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  2. Debbie Styles LifeNovember 6, 2023 at 8:34 AM

    What a cute idea! Love this. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. PaulaShort November 7, 2023 at 10:54 AM

    Ann, these place cards are so lovely. What a great idea.
    You neighbor at SSPS 286 #50&51

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  4. ChristineNovember 9, 2023 at 4:53 AM

    I love how you made the easel stand - so simple and you could use them for loads of things! I found you at Will Blog!

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    1. AnnNovember 10, 2023 at 8:01 AM

      Thank you, Christine. Come back again soon!

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  5. Sum of their StoriesNovember 9, 2023 at 2:58 PM

    These are so cute, and this idea could be adapted for any special occasion, right? What time shall we come round for our Turkey dinner? (if only eh? \_/( ' - ' )\_/ )

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    1. AnnNovember 10, 2023 at 8:00 AM

      Thank you, Julie, and you are welcome for Thanksgiving dinner (or any dinner) anytime!

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  6. Kim November 10, 2023 at 9:36 AM

    Darling, darling, darling!! I could've also said cute, cute, cute...they are so both of those things!! What a sweet and unique idea. The easel stand is very creative. I love the way your brain works!!

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    1. AnnNovember 11, 2023 at 8:30 AM

      Thank, Kim. They were fun to make and like Julie said, can be adapted for any occasion!

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  7. Jennifer WiseNovember 11, 2023 at 3:06 PM

    Congratulations, Ann! This blog post was one of the most-viewed this week at the Will Blog for Comments #14 linkup. It will be in the spotlight all next week. You're welcome to grab the "This Blog Post Was a Featured Favorite" image there and share it here with your readers if you like. Hope to see more of your posts shared there next week as well. Have a great weekend.

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  8. Janet TrieschmanNovember 12, 2023 at 10:47 PM

    Thanks for sharing your post with Creatively Crafty Link Party, we hope to see you next week on Thursday for a new link party.

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  9. Vintage Style GalNovember 13, 2023 at 3:23 PM

    These turned out so cute Ann, who knew straws could be easels? Great job thinking outside the box!

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    1. AnnNovember 13, 2023 at 3:37 PM

      Thank you so much, Cara. Box? What box?? HaHaHa!

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  10. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateNovember 16, 2023 at 9:29 AM

    These are brilliant Ann! Will be on the lookout for supplies to do this for Christmas. Featuring when my party opens!

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    1. AnnNovember 16, 2023 at 1:26 PM

      Thank you so much, Carol. I'll be keeping my eye out for yours!

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