How to Hang Plates on a Wall

I am going to show you how to hang plates on a wall! After all, polka dot-themed rooms need polka dot plates, right? This method is super easy and probably uses items you already have around your home. There is no reason to buy expensive plate hangers and other gadgets! Just follow the instructions below to add plates to any wall in your home.

How To Hang Plates On A Wall

I bought my plates and circle mirrors at Dollar Mart—the price was right! The only other things you need to hang plates on the wall are ribbon and hot glue. Yep, that is my super secret method! So, you get wall art for $5.

Supplies Needed To Hang Plates On A Wall

• Plates
• Circle Mirrors (optional)
• Ribbon
• Scissors
• Hot Glue Gun and Glue Sticks

Step 1: Glue Ribbon To Plate

On each plate, hot glue a “loop” of ribbon like the image below. That is it! You are ready to hang that plate on the wall! Just be sure to use plenty of hot glue.

Step 2: Attach Plate To Circle Mirror (Optional)

Between each plate, I put a mirror and stretched one length of ribbon across all of them. Then, I use hot glue to secure the ribbon to each plate and mirror.

Step 3: Hang Plates

When you hang by those loops on the three plates, it makes the mirrors hang slightly lower, giving a great effect!

I loved this one! I think it looks great on my teen’s wall, and the price sure was right!

Use this quick and easy method to hang a plate on any wall! I know that you have some sort of ribbon and hot glue on hand. Grab a decorative plate and hang it up!

With that being said, I don’t know if I would use this method on any priceless or antique plates, as the hot glue could damage the surface. However, for use on Dollar Store plates, this is perfect!

Now that you know how to hang plates on the wall, what will you decorate?

FAQs About How To Hang Plates On A Wall

Here are a couple of questions that I see readers ask about when it comes to how to hang plates on a wall. If you have a question, please check to see if I’ve already answered it below. Don’t see your question? Leave it for me in the comments!

Can You Use Any Type Of Plate For This Project?

Technically, yes. However, as I mentioned before, I don’t recommend using this method of hanging plates for antique plates, heavy/thick plates, or plates that have a great deal of meaning to you.

Would This Method Work For Hanging Different-Shaped Plates?

Absolutely! If you have a plate that is a different shape (square, rectangle, triangle, etc.), this method would still work.

Can I Use String or Yarn Instead Of Ribbon?

No, I don’t recommend it. This is because yarn and string tend to be thinner, while the ribbon is thicker and sturdier for hanging items on the wall.

Can I Use A Different Type Of Glue For This Project?

Yes, you can. If you didn’t have hot glue on hand, you can use an industrial-strength glue instead. However, the only thing to remember, is that you will have to wait for the glue to dry completely before hanging your plates.

Do I Need To Use The Circle Mirrors?

No, the circle mirrors are optional! I just like the look of the mirrors, but you can just hang up your chosen plates instead.

Have Your Plates Fallen Off The Wall?

No! I left these hanging on this wall for months with no issue. Also, Gina over at The Shabby Creek Cottage used this method to hang her plates months ago as well, and I confirmed with her that they are still hanging up! 

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