First up in part 2 of fun escort card ideas – escort cards doubling as favors!

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So inventive and thoughtful. The luggage tags are perfect for a travel-themed reception and any guest would feel so lucky to receive this useful favor. Pashminas are great for a summer wedding where your guests may not be wearing something warm but a/c makes the reception a bit chilly. And oh, the lanterns. So adorable! People can use these for table decorations long after your wedding.
Next, we examine the chalkboard trend. I like this, in certain circumstances. For example, what about a rehearsal dinner held in a restaurant that utilizes chalkboards, like Macaroni Grill? Or a brunch reception with a slightly french theme (somehow the chalkboard on the left just inspires me to think french!).

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I’m seeing more and more fruit ideas come across the blogosphere and I am in love. Here are some great examples of apples, pears, and pomegranates:

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Lastly, some just plain pretty things that I found:

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I hope this inspires you in your hunt for the perfect way to let your guests know their seating arrangements! I just love this part, the true details.
E.




Where can I find those lanterns? What a great idea for escort cards. We are planning a fall wedding, and the tables at the coctail hour each have a large lantern much like the mini ones you show.
I definitely can use them.
Rose
I really love the chalkboard, and I have been trying to brainstorm a pretty, but easy way (as I am all thumbs), to make a place card tree. What gorgeous ideas! The pashminas are great – for a small wedding. My soon-to-be in-laws invited well over 200 people all on their own, so I don’t think I could afford such nice favors.