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DIY Plate Chargers – Fall Leaf

Y’all I’m so excited to be using my plaster faux leaves for another project.

This is how to make easy DIY Plate Chargers by adding the Plaster Fall Leaf project that I shared earlier. By updating thrift store chargers with Copper Spray Paint and Plaster Faux Leaves, you have a unique and creative table setting for fall.

You may choose to paint your leaves and chargers any color that appeals to you. I think Antique Brass would also be beautiful.


Supplies for DIY Plate Chargers


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Fall Leaf – DIY Plate Chargers

First, you need plate chargers. I found these last year at a consignment shop for $4.00. They were red, but I quickly painted them with Copper Paint. Therefore, my chargers are ready to add the faux leaves.

You may choose to paint your leaves Gold or Antique Brass and in that case, you will want your chargers to be the same color as the leaves.

Plaster Copper Leaves to add to copper plate chargers.

Add Fall Leaves

Next, you will want to arrange your leaves on the plate chargers to get an idea of how many are needed and what design is to your liking.

Once you like the design, remove the leaves but place them around the edges so you know the placement.

Begin adding hot glue to the back side of each leaf.

Hot glue to attach leaves to the thrift store plate chargers

Then, press the individual leaves onto the plate charger, making sure that it attaches securely.

NOTE: If you read Fall Craft – Plaster Leaves DIY, you will notice that one mistake I made was not painting the back sides of the original leaves. Be sure to paint both sides before adding to your projects.


Fall Leaf

The texture and colors are perfect for a fall tablescape.

Fall Leaf DIY Plate Chargers painted copper.

DIY Plate Chargers for Fall Tablescapes

I added these plate chargers on my Fall Harvest Table Setting for Supper Club, however I couldn’t resist playing around with some different dishes.

Fall Leaf DIY Plate Chargers with thrifted dishes and patchwork tablecloth.

I added some of my thrifted fall dishes to the DIY Plate Chargers and love how the fall leaf design works with dishes I already own.

If you like unique plate chargers for your table, you can see this tutorial for another fun idea. DIY Twig Plate Chargers.

Fall Leaf DIY Plate Chargers with golden wheat dishes.

You can add an extra fall leaf, to each plate center, for another fun fall look.

Fall Leaf in center of golden leaves dessert plate on fall table.

Fall Tablescape with Plaster Leaf Chargers

I used these chargers for my Fall Harvest Tablescape and you can see all the details here.

Place setting with Copper Leaf Plate Chargers and Napkin Decoupage Pumpkins

See DIY Plaster Leaf Plate Charger Video Tutorial and How To Make Plaster Leaves Video for more detailed instructions.

I hope you enjoyed all the tutorials using Plaster Leaves. You may also enjoy this Rusted Tin Can Wreath Tutorial.

Thanks so much for stopping by today!

Fall Leaf - DIY Plate Chargers with Plaster Leaves in Copper.

Nicolle

Wednesday 14th of September 2022

Rachel I am a newer follower of yours and this is by far my favorite DIY!!! So gorgeous!

Rachel

Friday 16th of September 2022

Nicolle, Welcome! I'm so happy you found me. I appreciate your sweet compliments.

Cindy

Wednesday 7th of September 2022

Beautiful Rachel! Pinned!

Rachel

Thursday 8th of September 2022

Cindy, I really appreciate this.

Wendy McMonigle

Wednesday 7th of September 2022

This is unbelievable girl!!! way to go. I cant wait to try this. Going to share this one soon.

Rachel

Thursday 8th of September 2022

Wendy, I really am glad you liked this one.

Cindy@CountyRoad407

Wednesday 7th of September 2022

What a great idea and they look stunning with those plates! Happy Fall friend!

Rachel

Thursday 8th of September 2022

cindy, Thanks so much dear friend.

Renae

Wednesday 7th of September 2022

So pretty, my friend. I love it. Happy Fall!

Rachel

Thursday 8th of September 2022

Renae, I'm so glad you liked them.