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Un Deux Trois…

November 9th, 2011 @ 1:07 pm by Miss Elk
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Obviously, I am counting my table numbers…duh! I’ve gone through a lot of ideas about what to do to number our tables. My favorite idea has pretty much always been the ever popular frame-with-fabric-and-glued-on-wooden-number dealio.

Image via Elizabeth Ann Designs / Photo by Diana Lupu

Unfortunately, I was unable to find beautiful frames that didn’t cost an arm and leg, and so I decided to explore other options for table numbers. Then one day the fabulously famous Hobby Lobby opened near my house, and I decided to explore; and I had a moment of genius!

I could take these fabulously oversized papier mache numbers, decoupage them, and turn them into modern table numbers with a floral twist! So I brought a few home and started cutting out decorative paper I happened to have. Then I brushed on Mod Podge (which is like a watered down glue mixture that dries clear) and applied the paper, brushing over the paper as well.

(And yes that is a scientific paper under there that I should have been reading…)

Finally, I let them dry. (And it is really important to let them dry before flipping! Otherwise the wet glue will stick to whatever you have underneath and ruin the nice finish you otherwise would have had.) And here you can see two of the numbers I made:

I definitely need to work on my technique to not get the edges to show, but overall I think these are super cute! I really think they will make an awesome addition to our tables. Not everyone is as excited by these as I am, though. Mama Elk seems to think they are overpoweringly large.

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20 Responses to “Un Deux Trois…”

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ookbob (message) 284 posts, Helper bee

I think they’re awesome! Once you put flowers or whatnot in those vases, it won’t seem so overwhelming.

11/9/11 @ 1:20 pm (reply)

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queenfrostine07 (message) 29 posts, Newbee

I totally agree with ookbob - once there is more in the vases on a table it won’t seem so large. Plus you need it to be big enough that grandma won’t complain about not being able to see it. Also I’m a big fan of mod podge too - except I like the glittery kind because it hides flaws more! Love the idea!

11/9/11 @ 1:45 pm (reply)

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Miss Honey (message) 1,072 posts, Bumble bee

I love them, great job!

11/9/11 @ 1:48 pm (reply)

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knvprincess143 (message) 807 posts, Busy bee

They are great. I love that they are still so chic. I may have to jack this one.

11/9/11 @ 1:54 pm (reply)

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futureMrsCPT (message) 600 posts, Busy bee

I like the size! Helps you when looking for your table…

11/9/11 @ 2:21 pm (reply)

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namrhe (message) 44 posts, Newbee

I Looovvvee it!!

I also used those same table numbers at my wedding. I just left them as is. They were a huge hit and i felt like they really made the tables. Good Choice!

11/9/11 @ 2:23 pm (reply)

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Miss Mole (message) 990 posts, Busy bee

Cute! I think that they will look nice when you have more on your tables as well.

11/9/11 @ 2:30 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Ladyfingers (message) 1,119 posts, Bumble bee

Love them! Also, beautiful frames that don’t cost an arm and a leg = persistent perusing at Goodwill and Salvation Army. And a little spraypaint. Presto Chango!

11/9/11 @ 2:49 pm (reply)

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jenbob555 (message) 68 posts, Worker bee

Ahh, I love this! My centerpieces will be modest, so this is a perfect idea for adding to the tables…I may have to steal this one

11/9/11 @ 4:49 pm (reply)

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LiloDesigns (message) 110 posts, Blushing bee

beautiful!

11/9/11 @ 5:36 pm (reply)

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Miss Elk (message) 199 posts, Blushing bee

Yay! I’m glad everyone likes these, but my mom is still pretty adamant that they should be smaller. Maybe I’ll buy the slightly smaller versions (not teeny tiny)

11/9/11 @ 5:38 pm (reply)

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pinkdiamonddolly (message) 70 posts, Worker bee

I have visions of these sitting next to moss covered, flower filled white baskets! Gorgeous!!!

11/9/11 @ 5:56 pm (reply)

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autumngirl (message) 30 posts, Newbee

Great job! I love the size of the table numbers, very unique and eye catching!

11/9/11 @ 6:32 pm (reply)

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Miss Hawk (message) 598 posts, Busy bee

I love these, Miss Elk!

11/9/11 @ 6:48 pm (reply)

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SoontobeBride

Wonderful - I really like them.

11/9/11 @ 8:53 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Jaguar (message) 4,656 posts, Honey bee

Oooh they look fabulous - surely next to your centrepieces they won’t look so big?

11/9/11 @ 10:09 pm (reply)

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Miss Sunhat (message) 865 posts, Busy bee

I love these! I would say go ahead and try the next size down just to make sure you are comfortable, but they are lovely! We are using some paper mache letters for decor. They are almost done!

11/10/11 @ 5:27 pm (reply)

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Future Army Wife (message) 1,110 posts, Bumble bee

So cute. I’d never thought of using those. I’m voting for wine bottles with number labels. Kill two birds with one stone, right?

11/11/11 @ 7:16 am (reply)

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