Preparation

Escort-card templateCover paperPen or markerTape

Download the escort-card template.Cut the shape from three different-colored sheets in your event palette. Fold each cutout in half, then write (or have a calligrapher write) names on the outside and table numbers inside.Secure them to a wall (or foam board) with tape.

“Soleil” and “Peace” matte cover papers, $8 for 25 sheets, and Astrobright “Fuchsia” cover paper, $7 for 25 sheets; paperpresentation.com. Calligraphy by Deborah Delaney; 212-877-8773.