wedding-table-card-printing-guide

Wedding table cards (place cards，seating charts，escort cards) are essential for any wedding with assigned seating. The 2026 average cost for 100-500 table cards is $0.40-1.20/piece, with total budget for a 150-guest wedding typically $80-180. ZprintPro supplies wedding table cards in 4 materials (white card / pearl / linen / cotton), 3 design styles, 100-1000 piece small-batch runs from Asia factory, 5-10 working day delivery, DHL global 2-4 days to 50+ countries.

What is a wedding table card vs place card vs seating chart?

3 distinct pieces work together for assigned-seating weddings:

1. Place card (table card): Individual card at each guest's seat showing their name. Most common use. 1 per guest = 100 pieces for 100 guests. Size: 5×7cm or 6×9cm folded.
2. Seating chart (escort card): Large poster near entrance listing all guests by table number. 1 per wedding. Size: A1 (594×841mm) or A2 (420×594mm) for 100-200 guests.
3. Table number card: Larger card on each table showing table 1, 2, 3... 1 per table. Size: 10×15cm or 13×18cm folded.

How much do wedding table cards cost in 2026?

4 quantity tiers with realistic pricing for 250g white card，duplex，foil table number:

1. 100 pieces (small wedding, 50-80 guests): $0.85-1.20 / piece, $85-120 total
2. 200 pieces (mid-size, 100-150 guests): $0.60-0.85 / piece, $120-170 total
3. 500 pieces (large, 200-300 guests): $0.40-0.60 / piece, $200-300 total
4. 1000 pieces (extra-large, 400+ guests or planner stock): $0.30-0.45 / piece, $300-450 total

Which material is best for wedding table cards?

4 materials ranked by tactile feel and budget:

1. White card 250-350g (budget): Clean, versatile, $0 base upcharge. Best for Western standard weddings.
2. Pearl paper 250-300g (mid-luxury): Subtle shimmer, $0.25-0.50 upcharge. Best for evening weddings / Chinese luxury.
3. Linen paper 250-300g (textured): Horizontal weave texture, $0.25-0.50 upcharge. Best for church / outdoor weddings.
4. Cotton paper 250-300g (premium): Soft fabric feel, $0.40-0.65 upcharge. Best for literary / forest / high-end weddings.

What design styles work for wedding table cards?

3 main design styles for 2026 weddings:

1. Classic serif，foil: Traditional Times New Roman or Garamond with gold foil name. Suits 70% of weddings.
2. Modern sans-serif，spot UV: Helvetica or Futura with subtle UV highlights. Suits modern / minimalist weddings.
3. Hand-lettered，custom illustration: Watercolor or custom artwork with hand-calligraphy name. Suits garden / outdoor / literary weddings.

What's the typical production timeline for table cards?

Standard production is 5-7 working days for digital printing, 7-10 days for foil，duplex combinations. Rush 3-5 day production adds 30%. Best to order 1 month before the wedding to allow for design approval, production, and shipping.

5 Wedding Table Card FAQ

Q1: Can I order table cards，place cards，seating chart together?
A: Yes. ZprintPro wedding stationery bundle — place cards，table numbers，seating chart，invitations, 10% bundle discount. WhatsApp +86 198 8085 1334 for bundle quote.

Q2: What's the minimum order for table cards?
A: 50 pieces MOQ for table cards, 1 piece for seating chart. 100-piece is most economical for place cards.

Q3: Can each place card have a different guest name?
A: Yes. Variable data printing adds $0.13-0.40/piece. Provide Excel/CSV with names, table numbers, and any dietary notes.

Q4: How do I get the seating chart size right?
A: A1 (594×841mm) for 100-200 guests, A2 (420×594mm) for 50-100 guests, A0 (841×1189mm) for 200+ guests. We provide a free template.

Q5: Are place cards and table numbers foil-stamped?
A: Optional. Standard is digital print, foil adds $0.13-0.40/piece per foil layer. Most couples foil-stamp table numbers，bride/groom cards only.

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Further reading

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