Acorn Napkin Rings

A little while ago, I told you how finding things in nature makes for instant, free decor.  This is just a continuation of that same idea.  I gathered several things while going on a little walk with the kids.  Some of those things were a bunch of little acorns (I just love acorns-they are a perfect symbol of fall & you can find them everywhere this time of year).    For the time being, I put them in pretty glasses but I knew I wanted to do something more with them.  Then, a couple of days ago, it dawned on me-they would be so cute as napkinrings.  I had a vision of an autumn woodland tablescape with gorgeous leaves, berries, pumpkins, gourds on an old farmhouse table .  I may not be able to completely recreate my vision with what I have but hopefully you can at least get the idea. 

The napkinrings were so simple to make.  I made a ring shape from jute then hotglued the acorns on. 

There are so many variations that could be made-replace the jute with ribbon to add a bit of color, use just one acorn-so sweet, even spraypaint them (I used gold but I can totally see using heirloom white, ORB, or silver).  You could use these to embellish candles, vases, even make a garland and string it up around your chandelier or across your mantel.   

Of course, you can always give your dollar tree bird a Mr. T gold chain! 

I think natural elements bring a touch of calm, earthy goodness to your home.  What natural elements are you using for your fall tablescapes?



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