We all use plates every day. But because they are such everyday items we sometimes forget to think about them in terms of design and decor. So today – I want to share with you seven great ideas on projects that you can make with plates. Enjoy!
1. Make a Wreath
For starters – since it is fall – I thought I would share this project I found at Midwest Living. I really like the idea of using a plate to be your base for a cheerful wreath! You just glue the leaves on and the peel them off when your done!
2. Turn them into a 3-D Sculpture
I love this idea that Sarah @ The Thrifty Decor Chick had to create some beautiful art for her kitchen. She cut a faux pear in half and glued it to a plate to create a creative art piece. Brilliant! And beautiful!
3. Make a Unique Cake Stand
People have been using plates and glasses glued together all over blog land to make beautiful unique cake stands. But I adore this one from Vic @ Punky & Me – the vivid red is just too cute!
4. Hang them on the Wall
Hanging a grouping of plates on the wall is a great way to create a big impact in a space. I love this collection from Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality. She got them all at yard sales too!
5. Put a Graphic on It
I have seen all kinds of varieties of this around blog land. A lot of people have used Cricuts or Silhouettes to cut out cute vinyl cut outs. Some of us aren’t cool enough to have those fancy machines – so I made my Bird Plates using Mod Podge and card stock.
6. Create your own Stained Glass Window
What abou this idea from Becky @ Beyond the Picket Fence to take several glass plates to make her own stained glass window? How creative is this?
7. Turn it into a Mirror
I would love to find a beautiful scalloped plate like these that Monica @ Craftynest did. She took some 4” mirrors that you set under candles and made the most beautiful mirrors! Oh I just love them!
So there you go! Seven great ideas on how to take your plates past the dinner table and into your decor. So what do you think? Have a favorite? Have you done a great plate craft of your own? If so – share it below in the comments or over on my Facebook page!
13 frugal friends said ...
I LOVE repurposed plates and all your projects above :o)
Some great ideas here! Thanks for sharing.
Brittany
http://www.prettyhandygirl.com
Love the ideas Jess. I have some plates that I need to hang and this has given me several options, so thanks!
I love the stained glass window one. That looks amazing. Also, thanks so much for telling me about Midwest Living. I didn't know about that site and I will spend time going through that, I'm sure!
I love the idea of turning them into mirrors! A whole group in varying colors could make a real statement-frugal, but fabulous idea.
Thank you, Jess, for featuring my plate wall! You're a doll & I appreciate you.
All of the ideas are fabulous. I really like the stained glass effect.
I love the mirrors and the red cake plate. What did you spray the plates and wine glasses with?
Adele
Something about the half a pear on a plate cracks me up. It also seems totally doable!
That cake stand is amazing - but there's a limit on what kinds of cake would look fab on bright red.
Jess, I always love your lists of ideas and links to projects. Keep up the good work!
Those plate mirrors are really cool! I never would have thought of that!
All these plates and I zero in on the pictures of Jesus with the children. It's one of my favorite pictures. And I do like your plates, too!
Post a Comment
Your comments mean the world to me - so please leave one! It makes my day! I read and try to respond to each one!
Didn't get a response? Check out my tips here to link your email and blog back to your profile.