These Terra Cotta Napkin Rings Are SO Easy To Make

By Trisha Sprouse Oct 16, 2020 11:17 am EST

Plate setting with linen napkin inside a DIY twisted clay napkin ring

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Add an earthy element to your table setting with these handmade terra cotta napkin rings. If you have a spare hour, it's as simple as rolling, twisting, and heating some oven-bake clay — a fun activity that even kids can enjoy. Use a single terra cotta color for a uniform look, or opt for coordinating colors for a modern two-tone look. Simply tuck a cloth napkin inside each ring and watch how it instantly elevates each plate. And should you choose to share, they also happen to make great host gifts!

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Things Needed

Step 1

Cut clay into two equal pieces with a craft knife.

Terra cotta clay cut into two pieces with a craft knife

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Step 2

Knead the clay to make it easier to work with, and then roll each piece into a log that's approximately eight inches long.

Two terra cotta clay pieces rolled into 8-inch logs

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Step 3

Cross the two clay pieces together, and twist them so they spiral tightly together. Slice off each end to create clean edges.

Terra cotta clay logs twisted together into a spiral shape

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Step 4

Form the twisted log of clay into a circle shape, and lay one end on top of the other so that the top one slightly overlaps the bottom one.

Twisted terra cotta clay log formed into a napkin ring shape

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Step 5

Make as many napkin rings as you like, and then place them on a parchment-lined baking tray. Bake at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes, and then let cool.