DIY Forest Themed Calligraphy Escort Cards

1 min read September 13, 2026 Christie Troxell
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These captivating escort cards are a truly charming enhancement for a forest themed wedding in the woods. Their elegance is in their simplicity; to create these you’ll just need a paper trimmer and a bit of pretty handwriting. Don’t forget to make a set for the bride and groom!

Project Time
30 to 40 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Step
1

Cut the back (unpatterned) portion of the card off, so that you are working with only the patterned fronts of the notecards. Each notecard will be trimmed to five inches from top to bottom. To determine where to trim the image, study the card to determine where the image will be centered when folded. Then trim each card, and fold horizontally to create table tents, as shown.

DIY Forest Themed Calligraphy Escort Cards step 1
Step
2

Use the Gold Paint Pen to hand write the names of your guests on the cards. The color stands out well in contrast to the black and white background.

DIY Forest Themed Calligraphy Escort Cards step 2 part 1
DIY Forest Themed Calligraphy Escort Cards step 2 part 2
DIY Forest Themed Calligraphy Escort Cards step 2 part 3
Step
3

Display the completed place cards in an escort card display, or directly at the dining tables. These lovely personalized escort cards are stunning in a Forest Themed Wedding, and pair well when placed together with a Chocolate Dipped Cookie with Edible Flowers.

DIY Forest Themed Calligraphy Escort Cards step 3

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