Simple Tropical Place Setting DIY

2 min read September 14, 2026 Michelle Stewart
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Add some tropical flair to your party table with these Simple Tropical Place Settings. These are perfect for a tropical themed celebration or Luau and can be made in less than 10 minutes. The Gold Chargers add a little bit of glitz to any tropical themed celebration. Make as many as you'd like for your party table or just a few for centerpieces. Wouldn't these look great in the center of a table with some flowers or candles on top of a Leaf Table Runner? Be sure to also check-out the video to make this tropical place setting.

Project Time
10 to 20 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Apply a generous layer of Mod Podge® to half of the Gold Charger.

Simple Tropical Place Setting DIY step 1
Step
2

Place a Tropical Leaf on top of the Mod Podge® and apply a generous amount of Mod Podge® to cover the leaf and charger.

Simple Tropical Place Setting DIY step 2 part 1
Simple Tropical Place Setting DIY step 2 part 2
Step
3

Repeat Steps 1 & 2 to add a second leaf to the other half of the charger.

Simple Tropical Place Setting DIY step 3
Step
4

Let the Mod Podge® dry before styling your tropical chargers on your table.

Simple Tropical Place Setting DIY step 4
Step
5

Once dry, style with your favorite Plate, Metallic Gold Cutlery, Stemless Wine Glass and Paper Straw on top of a Palm Leaf Runner!

If you are looking for more easy party ideas, be sure to check out my tutorial for DIY Luau Centerpieces, recipe for Tropical Pina Colada Cupcakes as well as all the details on my Tropical Luau party!

Simple Tropical Place Setting DIY step 5

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