Does Everything Have to Be Interesting?

Does Everything Have to Be Interesting?

January 15th, 2010 @ 12:46 pm by Mrs. Pug
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I’ve hit a certain point in planning where the dreaming/imagining phase is over, and I need to make some concrete decisions. Not about the big stuff, like venue, dress and whatnot, but about the myriad of details–programs (what paper, content, where should we put it, what should hold them, how many should I make), favors (what favor, how to present it, where to put it), table numbers (design, buying the paper, what will hold them up), etc.

It’s like a bucket of ice in the face. Now I have to make *real* decisions that have *actual* consequences, and there are a lot of them. Like being an adult, dammit. I fully realize that I’m bringing this upon myself, by feeling that each decision needs to contribute to make our wedding “interesting” and “personal” and “memorable” and “better than winning the lotto jackpot”.

Por ejemplo, table numbers. Why oh WHY can’t I just be okay printing out some numbers in Times New Roman, 100 point font, Scotch-taping that sucker to the floral centerpiece and calling it a day?

Well, I’m going to blame the rest of you and the brides that have preceded me. I’m kidding! Well, I mean it in a good way—I feel that brides share so many great ideas about details for their wedding that it’s just nearly impossible to resist incorporating some of that inspiration.

How far does one have to go in order to find really cool table number ideas? Not very far, turns out.

Mrs. Spider’s cousin

Aaawww. This would be a great way to incorporate the pugs. Like the one sticking all her paws into my arm right now, as hard as she can. This would also mean that I would need to take pics of the dogs and wear my crazy even more loudly.

Mrs. Lovebug

Engagement pics of me and the man? I kinda like it–we get to use our engagement photos for another purpose (although come to think of it there hasn’t been any other purpose, so maybe I should just say to give our engagement photos “a” purpose), and it’s personal and cute.

Mrs. Perfume

Or table “numbers” based on locations? That would be cool. For Mr. Pug and myself, we could name the tables after our favorite bakeries.

Mrs. Taffy

While I would never want anyone to think that I would attempt this DIY project (it involved pencils, circles, and a whole lotta other stuff that stressed me out), I LOVE these. Mrs. Taffy–are you reading this? I LOVE these.

Oh the choices, the choices!

Who knew that choosing a table number design could be a process that can take days, much less over an hour? I fully realize that I’m being disingenuous here, that if I’m really going to complain about the weight of making choices then I should just chill out and not care, but truth be told it’s mostly fun, just a little tiring once in a while. And it’s much easier to write a grumpy post sometimes. It just flows out of me.

Ah. That was therapeutic. So, what are you doing for table numbers? And what wedding-detail decision has taken inordinately more time than you wanted/expected it to?

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Miss Sewing (message) 2,701 posts, Sugar bee

Whatever you decide, I’m sure they will be awesome table numbers It’s really hard to find one good detail to go with, when there are so many super-awesome ideas out there

1/15/10 @ 12:53 pm (reply)

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Kaytedid (message) 25 posts, Newbee

I feel your pain! It took me FOREVER to even decide on a color palette and I’m still editing it slightly. I really really like your inspiration images! We decided we are going to look for old wooden letters at estate sales for our table numbers but I think that may be too lofty of a goal. I like the idea of doing a personal photo, or using a wine bottle. I think Martha Stewart weddings have a template for that…

1/15/10 @ 12:54 pm (reply)

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Miss Trail Mix (message) 6,329 posts, Bee Keeper

Hahahaha, I’ve posted SOOOO many times about the stupid table numbers! I finally made a decision, started making them and well, they kinda suck! Do something that’s easy, check out Etsy, they have lots of pretty ones for cheap!

1/15/10 @ 1:00 pm (reply)

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Miss Nachos (message) 1,734 posts, Bumble bee

Haha, not everything has to be interesting! But I totally understand the need to feel that way. After reading close to 30 different blog posts a day about what other people are doing and all of their crafty genius glory, I think it’s normal to feel like you’re not doing enough sometimes.

1/15/10 @ 1:06 pm (reply)

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Miss Frozen Yogurt (message) 2,685 posts, Sugar bee

Oh man, I definitely feel that way. I’m at the point now that I’m cutting things out that I dreamed up long ago. It’s not in the budget and I just don’t care! But table numbers, unfortunately I do care about those too.

1/15/10 @ 1:12 pm (reply)

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Miss Ribbons (message) 2,018 posts, Buzzing bee

When I look at my list of things left to do, I realize it’s mostly the boring mundane stuff. But the drudgery of life lends significance and meaning, or something.
I think any of those would look spiffy. Don’t overthink it

1/15/10 @ 1:13 pm (reply)

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AprilBride10 (message) 528 posts, Busy bee

I’m totally stealing Mrs. Hot Cocoa’s idea and doing paper cut table numbers in clear plastic picture frames. Actually - that image was the first thing I bookmarked on etsy months ago, so at least I got one small decision done early!

1/15/10 @ 1:23 pm (reply)

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lhs

I bought small, white, wood frames from Michael’s for a dollar each. I’m going to replace the glass with a piece of cardboard (or something) that will be painted with chalkboard paint. Then I’ll just write the table numbers in chalk!

1/15/10 @ 1:32 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Swan (message) 1,046 posts, Bumble bee

That was me and escort cards/table names. Ugh. I finally made a decision, but I was struggling for months.

1/15/10 @ 1:34 pm (reply)

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Ms. Library (message) 1,251 posts, Bumble bee

I had such a hard time deciding too! Mr. Library and I finally decided to name ours after the type of structure we’re getting married on: a covered bridge! We created a list of covered bridges in the Maine/Massachusetts/Rhode Island area to honor places we have lived.

1/15/10 @ 1:35 pm (reply)

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Miss Cheeseburger (message) 1,020 posts, Bumble bee

I know what you mean - so many pretty things, how to pick JUST ONE!? Luckily (or unluckily) I don’t have cute dogs to distract me, so when I liked an idea, I ran with it

1/15/10 @ 1:46 pm (reply)

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Miss French Fries (message) 2,218 posts, Buzzing bee

I’m with you, Pug. Why is it so hard to just pick something and stick with it?

1/15/10 @ 2:57 pm (reply)

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mimi06d (message) 646 posts, Busy bee

I feel ya. Table numbers overwhelm me. So do escort cards. I hate making decisions!!!

1/15/10 @ 3:47 pm (reply)

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3pugmama (message) 152 posts, Blushing bee

What was wrong with the Times Roman idea. I think guests will be too busy scarfing down the DELISHIOUS cookies to be paying any attention to table #s.

1/15/10 @ 3:57 pm (reply)

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Miss Elephant (message) 6,182 posts, Bee Keeper

i agree - it’s the little things that have so much inspiration out there! I’m sure whatever you end up doing will be awesome!

1/15/10 @ 4:13 pm (reply)

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Miss Guinea Pig (message) 1,377 posts, Bumble bee

I completely feel all this pressure to make everything interesting! (ie, programs, where Mr. GP was like - again, why can’t we print them on a piece of paper and fold it in half?). I really love Mrs. Taffy’s table numbers too, I’d never seen them! Thanks for the table number inspiration Pug (And I vote for Pug table numbers!!)

1/15/10 @ 5:06 pm (reply)

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Miss Pudding (message) 1,180 posts, Bumble bee

Sometimes, I think that brides had it so much easier before the internet….being inspired is so exhausting!

1/15/10 @ 5:09 pm (reply)

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katie

I feel this way about almost ALL the decisions! So over making decisions! Will be so glad when the planning is D.O.N.E.!!!

1/15/10 @ 5:52 pm (reply)

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skibobrown (message) 1,952 posts, Buzzing bee

I was just going to go ahead and do something simple, and then Miss Cola went out and ruined me. Now I. Must. Have. her table numbers. …or at least something really similar. So much for something simple, easy, and cheap.

1/15/10 @ 7:06 pm (reply)

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