Looking for a quick and inexpensive way to add a festive touch to your Christmas table? These DIY candy cane place card holders are about as easy as it gets! Made with just two candy canes, a little ribbon, and a printable name card, they take about five minutes to assemble.
I love simple Christmas crafts that don’t require many supplies or complicated instructions, and these candy cane place card holders are perfect for that. They make adorable little additions to your holiday table and are a fun way to give each guest their own place setting.
Supplies List
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- Candy Canes – 2 candy canes per place card holder
- White printer-sized cardstock
- Ribbon (choose a festive Christmas colour)
- Transparent tape
- Small Christmas Embellishments
- Free printable Christmas place cards (Download below)
- Scissors or paper trimmer
How to Make DIY Candy Cane Place Card Holders
These little Christmas place card holders are incredibly easy to make. The two candy canes are tied together to create a small stand, with the upside-down candy cane providing a space to hold the name card.
Step 1: Prepare Your Candy Canes
You can keep them wrapped in plastic or unwrap them if desired.
Check that the candy canes are similar in size and shape, so they sit evenly together.
Step 2: Secure the Candy Canes Together
Using a piece of transparent tape, secure the two canes together, slightly pointed outward.
Stand up the candy canes and make sure the bottoms are even. Some candy canes don’t stand well as a pair and may require a third cane for stability.
If needed, tape a third candy cane to the pair, creating a tripod shape.
If using unwrapped candy canes, you can use a little Royal Icing to hold them together instead of tape.
Step 3: Add Embellishments
Add a decorative ribbon (covering the tape) and, using hot glue, add a couple of small Christmas embellishments.
If using icing, add Christmas sprinkles or shapes for accents.
Step 4: Add Your Printable Place Card
Download and print the free Christmas place cards (or create your own design from cardstock).
Cut out the individual cards and write your guests’ names on them.
Slide each card into the opening of the upside-down candy cane. Adjust it so the name is easy to see.
Your DIY candy cane place card holder is finished.
FAQs and Helpful Tips
Why We Love These Candy Cane Place Card Holders
- Quick to make: Each holder takes approximately five minutes to assemble.
- Budget-friendly: You only need a few inexpensive supplies, available from your local dollar store.
- Easy DIY project: No special crafting skills or tools required.
- Personalized: Use the free printable cards to add your guests’ names.
- Festive table decor: They look adorable alongside your Christmas dishes and decorations.
What kind of cardstock is best for printing the cards?
Using a heavier, cardstock that is smooth creates a more stable card. If using printer paper, consider layering two pieces together to prevent them from bending.
Recommended candy cane size.
For best results, use 6- to 8-inch tall candy canes.
If using small candy canes, reduce the size of the printable cards you use as the name tags.
Leaving the Plastic on the Candy Canes
If the candy canes are going to be handled by children, it may be preferred to leave the plastic on the canes for hygienic reasons.
Christmas Printables
- Printable Snowman Snack Bags
- Printable Grinch Snack Bags
- Printable Nativity Gift Tags
- Printable Nativity Story Packs
- Printable Reindeer Food Tags
- Printable Pattern – Grinch Garland
- Printable Grinch Song Lyrics Art
- Printable 3D Grinch Art
- Printable Vintage Santas for Recycled Coasters
- Printable Pattern – Felt Snowman Garland
- Printable Santa Candy Bar Wrappers
- Printable Santa Bucks
- Printable Christmas Coupons
These DIY candy cane place card holders prove you don’t need complicated supplies or hours of crafting to create something special for Christmas. With just two candy canes, a little ribbon, and a printable name card, you can make a festive place setting in about five minutes. They’re inexpensive, easy to personalize, and a fun little detail that your holiday dinner guests will enjoy. Download the free printable place cards, gather your supplies, and add a little extra Christmas cheer to your table this year!
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