How Do You Make A Pattern On Paper Plates?
Paper plates are ubiquitous at picnics and children’s parties. Putting your own patterns on paper plates can help jazz up a party theme. Use the plates as decorative accents, place a centerpiece on the plates, string them together to form a patterned garland or banner, or use the plate decorating as a fun party activity for children. Step 1 Draw the pattern you want on one of the paper plates. This is going to become your stencil. A ruler may come in handy if you’re trying to do straight lines, and a protractor can help you make sure all your corners and angles are even. Step 2 Cut out the pattern you drew on the paper plate. Just place the plate on a cutting mat and then carefully cut along the lines with a craft knife. Once you’re done cutting the pattern out, discard the cut-out portion and use the rest of the paper plate as a template or stencil to make patterns on the other plates. Step 3 Place the cut-out template you just created over another paper plate. Use a pen or sharp penc