As the new buds appear on trees and green shoots rise from the ground, it’s a clear sign that spring is near! Rather than purchasing a ready-made decoration from a retail store, unleash your creativity with a charming spring decor piece crafted from dollar store finds. By using a Gold Rim Clear Charger Plate from Dollar Tree, adding some decals, and finishing with ribbon, you can create an adorable spring-themed plate ideal for display on a picture easel.
With the arrival of this vibrant season, it’s the perfect time to indulge in crafting various DIY spring home decor. Dollar Tree is a must-visit for crafters aiming to undertake budget-friendly projects. Beyond a vast selection of crafting supplies priced at $1.25, many of their items are adaptable and multifunctional. A particularly underappreciated item is their charger plates, available in diverse colors and rim styles, presenting a blank canvas for your imaginative designs.
Creating your affordable spring-themed decor
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Once you’ve selected your charger plate, you can either paint it or retain its original color. For the centerpiece, choose a photo you love and attach it to the plate using hot glue. If you lack a suitable image, consider a decal or rub-on transfer. Opt for a large focal point, as the rest of the plate will be adorned with ribbon and florals. Options like EW Design’s Spring Bird on Branch Watercolor Art or Maydahui’s Colorful Butterfly Flower Pots Wall Decals work well. You might also decoupage flowers, bees, or other spring motifs.
With the image in place, frame your design with ribbon. While florals often symbolize “spring,” classic seasonal patterns like polka dots and pastel ginghams also work. Cut a 5-inch ribbon piece, fold into a bow, and pinch the center. You can also tie it into a bow. Add ribbon tails in a rippled style to the plate’s rim, gluing down the edges. Place the bow atop the ribbon and finish with flowers like the Floral Garden Spring Petunia Bush from Dollar Tree.
Customizing your spring decor
Feel free to personalize your decor. Dollar Tree offers numerous options for adding unique touches to your project. If your plate lacks a beaded rim, add sparkle with Crafter’s Square Shiny Gem Stickers. Available in bright colors like pink and green, these gems enhance the plate’s edges. Instead of flat floral decals, consider the 3D effect of Crafter’s Square Paper Flowers.
Your finished piece will beautifully accentuate a mantle or shelf when displayed on a small easel. With a bit of hot glue and twine, you can transform it into door or wall hanging decor. Highlight the “time” in springtime by turning your Dollar Tree creation into a stunning DIY modern wall clock. Carefully drill a small hole in the center without damaging the image. Add a clock kit, such as IKROUND’s Youngtown Clock Movement Mechanism, and use the kit’s clock hands or spray paint them in a pastel shade like pink, green, or yellow for an extra spring touch.
