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These easy gumdrop plate chargers are a great project for kids to make. They can help create a whimsical and fun Christmas table setting for the entire family to enjoy the
Lenox ornament.
You can make these elegant gum drop Christmas plate chargers in less than an hour. You should expect to pay about $4 per charger.

To Make These Gum Drop Christmas Plate Charger Christopher Radko ornament You Will need:
Foam Core board
Gum Drops
Spray Paint (optional)
Hot Glue or Tacky Glue
So the first step is to cut out your gum drop charger shapes. I like to grab one of my dinner plates christmas train sets or Christmas china and trace it. Be sure to add on about three inches to the circle though so you can see the charger sitting under you plate.

Now, you can cut foam core board with scissors or an exacto knife.
You can buy foam core board in a variety of colors at almost any arts and craft store. If you want though, you can also spray paint it with any color paint you want. Just let this dry before you move on the next step.
Your foam core board will show beneath of your gum drops, so color is something to keep in mind.
You can't decoupage foam core board because it will curl up and warp as the decoupage glue dries.

Now, start in the middle. Squeeze out a glob of hot glue on the middle of your charger. Press on gumdrop into the glue. Now, use this sad you guide. I like to work out towards the edge in a spiral pattern.
You could also work in perfect circles very an over until you reach the edge of the Christmas charger.
You could also create lines of color running across the Christmas charger.

Now, color is just as important as the design. You can use one color and have 1 gumdrop in the whole charger be red. That would be a great contemporary look.
For a fun whimsical look try using every color in the bag.
All red or all green gumdrops on the charger would also be great!
Tip: Use all the same size gum drops on this homemade Christmas charger. This will help your plate to set evenly on the table. Nothing is worth than trying to cut you food and having the dinner christmas plates wobble!