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    Home > Blog > DIY > Rosemary Sprig Place Cards

    Rosemary Sprig Place Cards

    by Teri Lyn Fisher · Published: Nov 17, 2020 · Modified: Jan 22, 2021

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    These Rosemary Sprig Place Cards are an easy DIY! They take only a handful of readily available supplies and come together super quick. Perfect if you're looking for some last minute holiday place cards!
    Rosemary Sprig Place Card DIY on a table setting.
    Rosemary Sprig Place Card DIY on a table setting.
    Rosemary Sprig Place Cards tucked into napkins.
    Rosemary Sprig Place Card DIY on a table setting.

    Personalized place cards are the finishing touch to any holiday table. I love thinking of new ways to make cute and easy DIYs and these Rosemary Sprig Place Cards fall into both of the categories! Cute and easy. This DIY takes only three things to make. I love that the rosemary is readily available at grocery stores making this a great last minute DIY too! So let’s get started!

    How to make Rosemary Sprig Place Cards

    Supplies

    Rosemart Sprig Place Card DIY supplies on the kitchen counter.
    • Printed name cards – you can use this template and type each name or hand write them. You can also just cut rectangles of paper and avoid a printer all together. Each rectangle should measure approximately 3.5″ x 6″. The holes should be a half an inch from the stop, and a quarter inch from the sides. The names should be 1.75″ below the top edge of the paper.
    • Rosemary Sprigs
    • Hole Punch
    • Scissors

    Process

    1. Print name cards using this template. Or you can trim cards into 3.5″ x 6″ rectangles. Hand write names on them, or print names.
    2. Using a hole punch, punch holes into the rectangle. My hole punch is similar to this one, which I love.
    3. Trim rosemary springs into 4.5″ lengths. Remove leaves leaving half an inch bare stem on either side of the sprigs.
    4. Carefully thread the rosemary sprigs into the holes.
    Rosemary Sprig Place Cards trimmed into rectangles.
    Trim name cards into rectangles.
    Rosemary Sprig Place Cards with holes punches into the sides.
    Punch holes on either side of the rectangle.
    Rosemary sprigs with ends trimmed and leaves removed.
    Trim rosemary sprigs into 4.5″ lengths. Remove leaves on either end to reveal half an inch length of stem.
    Rosemary Sprig Place Cards laid out on a  surface.
    Careful thread the bare ends of the rosemary sprigs through the holes in the name cards.

    How to fold a napkin with a pocket

    I love tucking these place cards into a pocket of the napkin. It’s really easy to fold a napkin to create a pocket, so I wanted to show you how I do it.

    A napkin being folded to create a pocket.
    Start with you napkin flat.
    A napkin being folded to create a pocket.
    Fold the bottom edge up 1/3 of the way.
    A napkin being folded to create a pocket.
    Flip the napkin over so the folded edge is underneath.
    Napkins folded for a rosemary sprig place card DIY.
    Now from the right side, fold the napkin in 1/3 of the way.
    A napkin being folded to create a pocket.
    From the other side, fold the napkin over again to create a rectangle.
    Folding a napkin on a kitchen counter for rosemary sprig place cards.
    Flip the napkin over.
    Folding a napkin to create a pocket for rosemary sprig place cards.
    Tuck in the place card!
    Rosemary Sprig Place Cards tucked into napkins.

    Tips and Tricks

    • It’s important that you keep the holes on the paper a quarter of an inch in from the edge or more. This will help you avoid ripping the paper when you thread the rosemary stems in the holes.
    • When you trim the rosemary to length, be sure to trim the top and the bottom. The ideal situation for the sprigs is to have a thicker stem at both ends. Sometimes with rosemary the top of the sprigs are wreak and floppy. That is best to cut off.
    • The best rosemary for this project is the kind that is loose and doesn’t come in the plastic clam shells. I find that the ones in the plastic clam shells are often folded to fit and therefore bread. The farmers market is also a great resource – or a friends rosemary bush!

    Other Holiday DIYs you might like:

    • Rosemary Wreath Place Cards
    • DIY Mini Wreath Place Cards
    • Cement and Wood Place Card DIY
    • DIY Place Cards
    Rosemary Sprig Place Card DIY on a table setting.

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    Rosemary Sprig Place Card DIY on a table setting.

    Rosemary Sprig Place Cards

    These Rosemary Sprig Place Cards are an easy DIY! They take only a handful of readily available supplies and come together super quick. Perfect if you're looking for some last minute holiday place cards!
    DIY BY Teri & Jenny
    PRINT HOW TO
    5 from 1 vote
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    active time: 10 mins
    Total Time: 20 mins
    Servings: 6 cards

      EQUIPMENT  

    • hole punch
    • Scissors

      SUPPLIES  

    • 6 rosemary sprigs
    • 6 printed name tag rectangles

      INSTRUCTIONS  

    • Print name cards using this template. Or you can trim cards into 3.5" x 6" rectangles. Hand write names on them, or print names.
      Rosemary Sprig Place Cards trimmed into rectangles.
    • Using a hole punch, punch holes into the rectangle.
      Rosemary Sprig Place Cards with holes punches into the sides.
    • Trim rosemary springs into 4.5" lengths. Remove leaves leaving half and inch bare stem on either side of the sprigs.
      Rosemary sprigs with ends trimmed and leaves removed.
    • Carefully thread the rosemary sprigs into the holes.
      Rosemary Sprig Place Cards laid out on a surface.

      NOTES  

    To make in advance – prepare materials. Keep the prepared rosemary sprigs in the refrigerator rolled in damp paper towels. Refresh damp paper towels as needed. Once you are ready – thread the rosemary sprigs into the holes on the rectangles. 
    Here is a link to the template I made for these rosemary sprig place cards. 
    KEYWORD: DIY, place cards

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    November 17, 2020 / 35 Comments

    About Teri Lyn Fisher

    Teri Lyn Fisher is half of Spoon Fork Bacon. She is also a food and cosmetics photographer. She is a big fan of hot dogs. #sfbTERI

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    1. Michelle

      October 24, 2021 at 1:27 pm

      where did you ever find these awesome napkins above. love them…

      Reply
      • Teri Lyn Fisher

        October 28, 2021 at 2:33 pm

        I think they are from Suay Sew Shop.

        Reply
    2. Susan

      August 24, 2018 at 8:48 am

      Did you buy the rosemary from your local grocery store? Or did you order from somewhere?

      Reply
      • Teri Lyn Fisher

        August 25, 2018 at 8:15 am

        Just at the grocery store – the bundles seem to be more stick like than the kind that comes in the plastic container.

        Reply
    3. KRAYL FUNCH

      November 07, 2017 at 2:24 pm

      SO Super Cute! Thank you for reposting!! Great quick and easy idea for the holiday table. Thank you!

      Reply
    4. Yumvilla

      October 16, 2017 at 2:52 am

      I love it! Thanks for the idea!

      Reply
    5. Sophie

      July 07, 2017 at 5:31 pm

      Hello!
      I am trying to do these for my wedding, I love them!! How did you print them? Did you use a template in Microsoft word? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Teri Lyn Fisher

        July 13, 2017 at 12:29 pm

        Hi! There is no template, but you could certainly make one yourself using the measurements listed in the post and downloading the font I listed as well!

        Reply
        • Elrie

          January 10, 2022 at 1:02 pm

          5 stars
          The link to the template is not working I really like the font you used

          Reply
          • Teri Lyn Fisher

            January 25, 2022 at 7:29 pm

            Hi Elrie,

            I am not sure what is not working for you on the template. The links work fine for me. You need to save the PDF in the link and then put your own font over the image to write the names. I think the font I used is Karla which is a google free font. If you google karla font it will come up as a free download. Then install it on your computer and use it to write on the PDF template included in this post.

            Reply
    6. Mary Mentzer

      May 18, 2017 at 7:43 pm

      Too perfect.Love this idea!

      Reply
    7. Heather

      October 11, 2016 at 6:03 pm

      What size font did you use?

      Reply
    8. Vivian Broutsos

      September 04, 2016 at 10:43 am

      Love this idea! Getting married in a couple of weeks and was wondering what size hole punch (in mm) you used? Desperately trying to find one online so I can do some last minute wedding DIY!

      Reply
      • Teri Lyn Fisher

        September 06, 2016 at 8:16 am

        Hi Vivian,

        I used a screw punch, so I’m not totally sure what size that it. I used the martha stewart brand. Good luck!

        Reply
    9. Teresa

      January 13, 2015 at 11:37 am

      Love this idea. We are doing a ladies event at our church and the theme is Seasoned with Grace. Too perfect. Wondering how long the rosemary will last. We decorate on Thursday for our Saturday event.

      Reply
    10. Marybel

      November 23, 2014 at 8:30 pm

      Lovely idea! Our brides would love it for fall/winter weddings! ❤️

      Reply
    11. babs

      November 23, 2014 at 9:27 am

      I cannot find the HANNAH font anywhere….. am not an arts person, don’t know how to download fonts, which I tried just to see. Where is Hannah? Love it and am trying to make the darling rosemary placecards!

      Reply
      • Teri Lyn Fisher

        November 24, 2014 at 5:27 pm

        https://www.youworkforthem.com/font/T0235/ywft-hannah I’m sure there are more options if you google Hannah Font but this is where I purchased mine.

        Reply
    12. Lisa

      September 12, 2014 at 1:49 pm

      Hello,
      The idea is delightful and I will make these cards for the Thanksgiving table.
      Did you purchase sheets of printable 3.5×6″ place cards or did you cut them to size?
      Thank you.

      Reply
      • Teri Lyn Fisher

        September 12, 2014 at 2:11 pm

        Hi Lisa,

        I cut them to size, although you can find menu cards that are printable and perforated that are close to this in size I believe.

        Reply
    13. Sharon

      June 07, 2014 at 4:50 pm

      I love these simple and the rosemary smells so good.

      Reply
    14. Destiny Sutton

      February 17, 2014 at 2:35 pm

      These are lovely! I’d like to incorporate rosemary into place cards I’m doing for a bridal shower next weekend. Did you use dried or fresh rosemary? I feel like dried would be sturdier but I’m afraid they would shed easily.

      Reply
      • Teri Lyn Fisher

        February 17, 2014 at 3:45 pm

        We used fresh. Rosemary is pretty sturdy, and doesn’t really wilt because the leaves are so hefty. :)

        Reply
    15. katrina mccoy

      November 18, 2013 at 5:18 am

      would LOVE to know the FONT that you used! THANKS!

      Reply
      • Teri Lyn Fisher

        November 18, 2013 at 6:42 am

        It’s called Hannah, I link to it in the rosemary wreath place cards post.

        Reply
    16. Heidi Selch

      October 31, 2013 at 6:18 am

      Love this idea, thanks for sharing!
      I would also wondering if you could share the font you used for the place cards, its perfect.
      Heidi

      Reply
    17. Emma Caroline

      October 28, 2013 at 8:37 pm

      Hi!
      I absolutely love these! I was wondering if you could tell me want font you used because I also have atrocious handwriting.
      blessings,
      Emma Caroline

      Reply
    18. Annie @ ciaochowbambina

      October 25, 2013 at 2:28 pm

      Earthy and Elegant. I love it! Thanks for the idea!

      Reply
    19. Richard

      October 25, 2013 at 8:42 am

      Very pretty. Now where did you get the gorgeous cutlery in the top photo?

      Reply
      • Teri Lyn Fisher

        October 25, 2013 at 9:12 am

        I got it a store thats now closed. The company that makes the flatware is called Roost and you can find the set here: http://www.highcamphome.com/wood-brass-flatware/

        Reply
        • Heidi

          July 24, 2017 at 7:34 pm

          I am
          Making these for my son’s rehearsal dinner. Do you have a way to recommend removing the rosemary from the end of the sprig on the end of the stem? ( the other end is easier to remove because it can easily be pulled off).

          Reply
          • Teri Lyn Fisher

            July 30, 2017 at 6:28 pm

            I have no trick for this unfortunately. My recommendation is to use thicker stocks of rosemary because it makes pulling them off quickly easier.

            Reply
    20. dc

      October 25, 2013 at 8:15 am

      These are totally cute and within my skill level!!! Love, love, love! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    21. Prudy

      October 25, 2013 at 8:13 am

      Oh, Iove these as much as the other place cards!! Now I’m faced with the big decision as to which one to use!! What to do…what to do… :-)

      Reply
    22. The slow pace

      October 25, 2013 at 7:26 am

      I love the idea!!!! So easy!!
      xx,
      E.
      http://www.theslowpace.com

      Reply

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