Perfect for a elegant holiday dinner party, gift tags or even just something special for a weeknight dinner, these place cards are a beautiful touch to add to your table this winter and now, when the leaves are at their best, is the time to make them. Look for leaves with interesting shapes, including leaves with small holes or irregular sides, for added interest.

Difficulty level: Moderate- requires a steady hand
Time required: 20 minutes plus dry time

Things you’ll need:
Gold craft paint
Paintbrush
Leaves (you can use fake leaves as well)
Paint pen with fine tip

Things to do:
1. On a covered work surface, brush off any dirt or debris from your leaves and make sure they are very dry.

2. Paint the leaves, front, back and stems, with several coats of goal paint, allowing for dry time between coats.
3. Allow the leaves to dry overnight so the paint cures

4. Carefully letter names onto the leaves with your paint pen, being sure not to crush the leaves as your work. Allow the paint pen to dry before using.