These Gingerbread House Placecards Are Perfect for Your Party

1. Agate Slice Place Cards: An ideal accent for both modern and boho wedding styles, agate is a keeper when it comes to elevating one’s decor. Pair the brilliant stone place card with gold flatware for a truly striking aesthetic. For more agate details, check out our agate and geode wedding inspo roundup. (via Stephanie Messick Photography / Wedding Chicks)

2. Hand-Lettered Apple Place Cards: For maximum vibrancy, create your lettered place cards using Washington Red Delicious apples. Their true red hue will make the shimmering gold calligraphy really *pop.* (via Hey Bernadette)

3. DIY Neon Pine Cone Place Card Holders: Introduce a little modern into the mix with a pop of neon color. Dip the edges of your pine cone place card holders in hot pink paint to get this look. (via Camille Styles)

4. DIY Washi Tape Feather Place Cards: Give your table setting a bohemian feel with these washi tape feather place cards, made of two pieces of fringed-out washi tape and a straightened-out paper clip. There’s always the option to use actual feathers, but you’ve gotta admit the DIY version is always more fun. ;) (via A Fabulous Fete)

5. DIY Printable Leaf Place Cards: Autumn leaves for fall? Obvz. These patterned leaf place cards are especially perfect if your party decor can do with a little sprucing up. Take your decor the extra mile — print out a dozen extra to create a gorgeous fall garland. (via Intimate Weddings)

6. DIY Fall Pumpkin Place Card Holders: If in doubt, ombre it out! Dip dye your place cards for a classy chic look that never gets old. (via Oh Happy Day)

7. Pomegranate Place Card Holder: For another ruby red fruit that packs quite the visual punch, a pomegranate place card holder is the way to go. Its bold color makes it a suitable alternative to the traditional fall apple. (via Brooke Bakken Photography / Elizabeth Anne)

8. DIY Mini Cranberry Wreath Place Cards: No doubt your guests will comment on how adorable these mini cranberry wreaths are. Made of wire, cranberries and tree trimmings, these festive table accents will be perfect to bring back around for the holidays. (via Say Yes)

9. DIY Glittered Pumpkin Place Cards: You bet this li’l gourd is dressed to impress! Its glittered-out bottom makes this sparkly pumpkin place card an essential for a classy wedding table. (via Spray Paint and Chardonnay / Best Friends for Frosting)

10. Pumpkin Place Cards: Give your pumpkins a cool chrome finish by painting them with a metallic acrylic paint. Pro tip: Use white pumpkins to forgo the extra paint required to cover their orange base. (via Vicky Barone)

11. Chalkboard Log Slice Place Cards: Combine two rustic must-haves (chalkboard and wood slices) for your outdoor fall wedding. Pro tip: The thicker you cut the slice, the easier it will be to leave it standing on its own — unseasoned, natural wood can warp a little as they dry out. (via eHow)

12. DIY Gold-Dipped Pear Place Cards: Customize your color-blocked pears to match your wedding decor palette. If you’re digging the rustic-meets-minimalistic look, cover your pears in white paint first then dip them into a dark gold colored paint for the finishing touch. (via Almost Makes Perfect)

13. Hand-Lettered Pomegranate Place Cards: For another take on the pomegranate place card, trade out the card and instead write directly on the fruit. Since the lettering will be on the fruit’s inedible exterior, guests can even snack on their place cards if they choose. (via Melanie Gabrielle / Ruffled)

14. Fall Wedding Escort Cards There are plenty of falling leaves to go around this season, so why not turn them into delicate place cards? The best part is that they won’t cost you a thing to make. (via OnceWed)

15. Eucalyptus Branch: Eucalyptus goes a long way in amping up the romance of any given space. If you’re looking to turn up the romance at your wedding, use some eucalyptus branches as place cards and display others throughout the reception space in vases or as organic table runners. (via Alicia Lacey Photography / Wedding Sparrow)

16. Gilded Harvest Place Cards These gilded pumpkin place cards will make your fall-inspired wedding table shimmer and shine. Pair your pumpkin with other sparkly accents like plates with gilded edges. (via Cupcakes and Cashmere)

17. Gilded Pear Place Cards: Freshen up your table decor with fresh pears painted gold. If you’re looking for an extra glam finish, add a coat of gold glitter spray paint on top of the gold base. (via Rustic White Photography / Ashley Buzzy)

18. DIY Mini Bouquet Place Cards: Incorporate nature into your decor with these mini bouquet place cards. To make, tie sprigs of greenery and wildflowers together with black ribbon, then add a simple card with your guests’ names. (via A Fabulous Fete)

19. Feathers + Sprig Place Card: DIY this organic place card using feathers and a sprig of greenery. Mix and match different patterned feathers for a naturally stunning arrangement. (via Kara Rosenlund)

20. Rosemary Wreath Place Cards: Treat your guests to the delightful smell of rosemary with these festive wreath place cards. Considering how pleasant these fragrant table accents will be, chances are guests will definitely want to take these mini wreaths home for something to remember the wedding by. (via Spoon Fork Bacon)

21. Rosemary Sprig Place Cards: Though simple, these place cards featuring rosemary sprigs are still very chic. It’ll give your tables an understated classy look, so you can add as much gold or color elsewhere on your tablescapes. (via Spoon Fork Bacon)

22. Chalkboard Cloth Place Cards: For a minimalistic approach, cover your table with chalkboard cloth and write your guests’ names above each place setting. Complement the modern black and white combo with metallic gold accents. (via Kristi Murphy)

23. DIY 3D Paper Pumpkin Place Card: Garnish those plates with a simple DIY version of a seasonal staple. To make your 3D paper pumpkin place card, you’ll need a bone folder, paper and a hot glue gun. Though this sample is classy as is, you can always spruce things up using patterned paper. (via Martha Stewart)

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1. Simple Centerpiece: Because you have so many blooms to choose from come Easter, make them the spotlight of your centerpiece. They’ll add just the right amount of color to your pastel-hued tablescape. (via Style Me Pretty)

2. Crystalware: Such a dainty holiday deserves the fancy china and your grandmother’s crystal. (via Style Me Pretty)

3. Grass Place Setting: Who would have thought that a simple thing like grass could create such a beautiful place card for Easter? (via Style Me Pretty)

4. Tree Centerpiece: Easter eggs may not grow on trees but that doesn’t mean you can’t hang them from one. (via HGTV)

5. Carrot Flatware: If you’ll have a kid’s table at your Easter brunch, include these carrot place settings for a fun touch. (via Our Best Bites)

6. Daffodil Centerpiece: Grow your early spring flowers in the center of your table and you’ll have a gorgeous centerpiece by Easter. (via Williams-Sonoma)

7. Berry Baskets: Whether they are ceramic or disposable, berry baskets make the perfect little Easter basket for each guest at your brunch. (via My Sweet Savannah)

8. Basket Place Settings: Now these are just about the cutest place card settings we’ve ever seen. Plus, your guests get to eat those robin’s egg blue chocolate eggs. (via The House That Lars Built)

9. Nest Placemat: Simple wreaths put under your dinner plates create the wonderful illusion of a bird’s nest. Bonus points if you have birds on your china. (via Elizabeth Anne Designs)

10. Menu: You know how much we love printables. And this printable menu would be the ultimate finishing touch for any Easter brunch. (via Sarah Hearts)

11. Bunny Cookies: Provide your guests with these festive cookies and they’ll have a hard time waiting to eat your delicious fare. (via Hostess with the Mostess)

12. Outdoor Table: If you have nice weather, why not take your party to the backyard? There is nothing like a little sunshine to make any party fabulous. (via 100 Layer Cake-let)

Do you have any Easter table setting ideas that we missed? Tell us about them below!

Where To Stay In Napa

We booked our stay at the absolutely lovely North Block Hotel, a boutique retreat right in the center of town with a beautiful courtyard, heated pool and hot tub, and rustic-modern Mediterranean-style rooms. We were greeted in the lobby with warm chocolate chip cookies (the BEST) from Chef Juan Cabrera, who serves an incredible tasting dinner menu next door at The Restaurant at North Block.

We kicked off our stay by hopping on the hotel’s complimentary cruiser bikes to explore Yountville. We pedaled down charming Washington Street, then veered onto the town’s serene bike path, eventually winding our way through quiet country roads lined with peaceful vineyards. It was the perfect way to ease into the slower pace of Yountville — and a dreamy start to our stay. After, we hung out by the heated pool and hot tub before heading to our dinner reservation.

The Restaurant at North Block. was one of the most memorable and visually stunning dining experiences I’ve ever had. This Michelin-recognized gem showcases ingredients that are locally farmed, fished, and foraged. The spring gnocchette — with morel mushrooms, garden peas, and an applewood-smoked butter sauce — was pure perfection. Chef’s kiss. Bonus: Chef Cabrera also serves the hotel’s continental breakfast, complete with housemade croissants that are nothing short of dreamy.

Hwy 29: Yountville To St. Helena

Our first full day, we popped by Chef Thomas Keller’s beloved Bouchon Bakery for lunch, once the usual early morning crowd had cleared. Just a stone’s throw from his iconic restaurant, The French Laundry, the bakery is a must-stop for flaky pastries and gourmet bites. From there, we set out to explore the wineries along Highway 29 — easily accessible by car, or by bike if you're in the mood for a more scenic, slow-paced ride through wine country.

Along this wine country highway, you can take a snapshot in front of the iconic Welcome to Napa Valley sign near Oakville. Nearby, visit Oakville Grocery — a grocery store that first opened its doors in the 1870s, but is so much more. You can grab a gourmet picnic (their wood-fired pizzas are delicious) and eat out on the lawn, visit the adjacent Victorian, 1881 Napa, a history museum that combines a gallery of winemaking relics with DIY wine tasting of over 200 local wines.

Wineries dot Highway 29 like bakeries do in Paris, or pizza places in NYC. There are A LOT. Reservations are recommended during the high season. Some of my favorite ones to visit are Peju for its tasty wines, beautiful gardens and vineyard views from their terrace; Cakebread Cellars for delicious wine and food pairings and stunning grounds, and the tasting garden, AKA the Wren, at Bella Union Winery, where you can enjoy an elegant Cabernet Sauvignon by the glass or by the bottle. Stop by their family of wineries, Nickel & Nickel and Far Niente, too.

You'll probably be hungry at this point. Wine-filled and happy, head over to Farmstead At Long Meadow Ranch in St. Helena for its American farmhouse restaurant, outdoor café, and general store for a unique and tasty Napa Valley experience. I love sitting out in the apple orchard. Dishes are made with ingredients from their farm, ranch, and vineyards.

After, head to Main Street and stroll St. Helena's charming shops, likeOlivier for olive oil-based souvenirs and gifts. If you're up for a movie, check out the Cameo Cinema, one of the few single-screen movie theaters in the country, before heading back to North Block for a soak in their two-person friendly soaking tub and a favorite read by the fire.

Day 2: Downtown Napa To Carneros Region

Buzzier downtown Napa is definitely worth a visit. The Napa River offers kayaking, SUP, and gondola rides and there are lovely walks and restaurants along it. You can pop by the French-inspired Angèle Restaurant – I love the vibe here, rustic, lively and always friendly serving comfort food with a French twist.

From Angèle and the Napa River walk, you can pop into the General Store for local goods, and then head over to First Street for indie boutiques, bookstores, and ofc wine! Brown Estate is a Black-owned winery based in St. Helena but they have a tasting room downtown that offers lovely certified-sustainable wines. They're super friendly! Housely is another downtown tasting room owned by actress Tamera Mowry and family. They offer award-winning wines in a casual living-room vibe setting. No need for a reservation!

Boon Fly Cafe, part of the luxe Carneros Resort and Spa, has one of the best brunches in town. For a picture-worthy spot, book a bubbles tasting at nearby Domaine Carneros, a breathtakingly beautiful Château in the Carneros region of Napa Valley. Art lovers might enjoy the art and nature walk at the indoor-outdoor Di Rosa Contemporary Art Museum across the street. Book a second tasting at Artesa Vineyards & Winery, featured in the movie Wine Country with Amy Poehler, for Napa wines with Spanish twist, also in the picturesque Carneros region.

Back downtown, grab a delicious cocktail at Bitter Barand seafood-rich Southern Italian fare at the charming Scala Osteria. If you prefer something a little more casual, head to Napa Yard, a beer garden-style restaurant with music, games, beer and cocktails, plus salads, burgers and cozy sides. Nearby are also the Oxbow Market, definitely worth a walk through and soft serve at Gott's, and CIA at Copia, the culinary institute that offers creative and inspiring food events to check out.

Day 3: Silverado Trail To Calistoga

Your final day is spa day! Silverado Trail is a beautiful 30-minute drive to Calistoga, known for its natural hot springs and wellness escapes. The wineries here are set in a more chill atmosphere than Hwy 29. Clos du Val offers a lovely farmer’s market event with live music, bites, and local goods; Baldacci offers a wine and chocolate tasting; and Stag Leap Wine Cellars is credited with putting Napa Valley on the global wine map – though not to be confused with Stag's Leap Winery, another gem in the area.

Drive along the palm tree-lined drive to Indian Springs Calistoga. You can plan an overnight and access their Olympic-Sized mineral pool, or go for a spa treatment and hang at their very Zen Buddha pond. Sam’s Social Club Restaurant is a worthy eatery on the property. For a more budget-friendly escape, try Dr. Wilkinson's Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs for a mud bath and mineral pools. You can also visit the Petrified Forest here, unearthed petrified redwood trees that date back to the Pliocene Epoch, 3.4 million years ago!

Grab dinner along the Napa River at the Calistoga Inn, Restaurant & Brewery, which offers live music in a beer garden setting with outdoor fire pits. Order the Country Paella, Calistoga’s spin on the classic Spanish seafood dish before heading back to Indian Springs for a late-night swim in their steamy mineral pool.

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