DIY The Ultimate Dupe For Anthropologie Cover Plates

Anthropologie holds the key to our home decor hearts. From drippy florals to vintage-inspired textures, their aesthetic is pure magic. As much as we covet every curated detail of their merchandise, shopping at Anthropologie isn't always in our budget. A perfect example is the store's decorative plate covers. Gorgeous? Yes. Affordable? No, especially when you want to update more than one switch. Since we don't let prices stop us from DIY-ing anything, it's super simple to recreate the same darling, high-end looks at home — no splurging required.

Cover plates are often an overlooked home feature because they're mostly basic and boring. But that's not how Anthropologie rolls. They have a knack for turning even the smallest decor pieces into extraordinary works of art, blending function and beauty. With textured ceramics, botanical motifs, and hand-painted finishes, their plate covers are fun, fabulous, and pricey, ranging from $22 to $32 per cover. There's a much more budget-friendly option that achieves a similar look while providing even more covers for the price. You'll need a smart cutting machine and a little imagination to recreate your favorite Anthropologie cover design. After all, the stunning DIY Anthropologie dresser dupe didn't disappoint, right? This project is perfect for beginner DIYers, renters who want personalization, or anyone who wants to add charm and personality to every room in their home.

To mimic an Anthropologie plate cover for light switches or outlets, you need a cutting machine, like the Cricut Maker. You don't need to be an artist to pull off this DIY: The machine does the heavy lifting. Get a sturdy material to construct the plate, similar to the Cricut natural basswood sheets. If you are using a Cricut, access the app where you'll pick a cover design similar to your favorite Anthropologie version — wavy lines, rounded corners, or straight edges. You're just looking for the plate shape, not its design. Once you've found it, follow the machine's instructions. You'll put the basswood sheet on the grip mat and insert it into your machine. Then let the cutting magic happen.

Once the shape is cut, it's time to customize. We love the identical look to the Anthropologie Whitney stripe plate, but you can dress it up any way you want: with a metallic sheen, a solid color, or paint on an animal print. For added texture and dimension, a cute option is to hot glue dried flowers on top then slap Modge Podge gloss sealer over it. No smart machine? No problem. You can create a gorgeous light switch cover made from resin to instantly brighten a space. With white vinyl paper, a quick DIY can make your light switches even more functional.