Most seating card holders leave me pretty uninspired.
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I stumbled upon this cute little project at the Kitschy-Koo blog. It’s a paper flower with a lollipop center that I thought would be a fun favor for kids and adults alike.

Project Details and Directions: Kitschy-Koo

Beware! This is a ranty post.
As the recipient of many, many, many wedding and shower favors, I feel the need to speak up about the bad ones. Don’t get me wrong here - I’m not being ungrateful for the sentiment of thanks that a favor represents. What I’m talking about is when the favor is [...]

I ran across this great little project from atelier v. {via Photojojo} this morning. The project could be used for seating cards, pictures, and table numbers. The metal bases can even be painted if brushed silver just isn’t your thang.

If you haven’t been to Photojojo yet, rush over there right away. They have great DIY [...]

Folded Paper Fan
Planning a warm-weather wedding? Turn a cheap piece of paper into a beautiful (and practical) favor for your guests. A wedding fan is a simple project that’s sure to be appreciated by all of your [...]

Easy Custom Candles
If you’re thinking about giving candles as favors, here’s a nifty idea that uses tissue paper, rubber stamps, and a heat gun to create a custom candle. This would be perfect for a votive or [...]

Ribbon Bookmarks
“A specially chosen book is always the perfect gift, and a handmade ribbon bookmark makes it all the more personal.”
Source: Martha Stewart

Bath Salts Wedding Favor
From the magazine, Simply Creative Weddings 2003, “Surprise guests with a beautiful and practical gift that commemorates your special day.”
(Ed Note: This may be more appropriate for a bridal shower instead of [...]

Welcome baskets really are a great treat for your out-of-towners and they don’t have to be extravagant or expensive. Some things that are useful and universally appreciated by your guests:

Local maps
Entertainment section of the local paper
List of phone numbers/addresses/email of anyone they may need to contact during their stay.
Schedule of events and directions to the [...]

To keep your youngest guests happy, we’ve come up with some great ideas for a goodie bag. Given at the reception, the contents of the bag will have things to keep the kids occupied and will help them feel part of the festivities.
Goodie bags can be just about any color or size you”d like [...]