Handlettered Acorn Place Card

1 min read September 13, 2026 Christie Troxell
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Fall place cards for a pretty Thanksgiving celebration can be simple and elegant. Calligraphy brings these pretty labels to life, and an acorn adds charm.

Project Time
20 to 30 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Trim small strips of white paper, or use a die cutting machine to create custom shapes like the ones seen here. Add names or fall phrases, like "Thankful", to the papers in black ink. Cursive writing is just as pretty as calligraphy; it's the handmade element that really makes these beautiful.

Handlettered Acorn Place Card step 1
Step
2

Add a bit of glue to the left side of the paper, as shown. Just a dot, not a lot!

Handlettered Acorn Place Card step 2
Step
3

Attach the acorn to the glued portion, position to your liking, and allow to dry.

Fill your table with unique fall decorations like these acorn place cards, Unconventional Thanksgiving Table Décor ideas and Painted Pumpkin Thanksgiving Centerpieces for a stunning scene. Celebrate with Pumpkin Spice Martinis for you and your guests.

Handlettered Acorn Place Card step 3

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