When does a party need place cards or table numbers

Use place cards whenever more than 12 guests sit for a plated meal or when dietary requirements vary, and add table numbers once you pass three tables. For casual buffets, food-label tent cards on the buffet line matter far more than assigned seats.

What size are standard tented place cards?

Standard folded tent cards measure 85 × 55 mm when standing (85 × 110 mm flat), giving enough room for a guest’s first name and a dietary icon.

Should food labels list allergens at a birthday buffet?

Yes. Marking ‘nut-free’, ‘gluten-free’ or ‘vegetarian’ on small tent cards beside each platter stops every guest having to ask the host.

Related questions about cards & invitations

When should you send thank you cards

Send thank-you cards within two weeks of the event. Mention the specific gift or help, keep it to three or four sentences, and hand-write the name even when the message is printed.

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What RSVP deadline should you put on a party invitation

Set the RSVP deadline 7 to 10 days before a home birthday party and 14 to 21 days before a catered or venue event. That leaves two days to chase silent guests and five days to confirm final cake, food and favor bag counts.

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What should a party invitation include

Every invitation needs who, what, when, where, RSVP and a dress or gift note . Add the theme so guests can dress to it, and set an RSVP date at least five days before the party so you can finalise numbers.

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What should a child’s birthday invitation say

A child’s invitation needs the child’s name and age, date, start and finish times, address, RSVP contact and whether parents should stay . Adding a drop-off and pick-up time is the single detail parents most often have to chase.

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Frequently asked questions

When does a party need place cards or table numbers

Use place cards whenever more than 12 guests sit for a plated meal or when dietary requirements vary, and add table numbers once you pass three tables.

What size are standard tented place cards?

Standard folded tent cards measure 85 55 mm when standing (85 110 mm flat), giving enough room for a guest’s first name and a dietary icon.

Should food labels list allergens at a birthday buffet?

Yes.

When should you send thank you cards

Send thank-you cards within two weeks of the event.

Read next: cards & invitations buying guide · cards & invitations category · thank you cards · rsvp deadline and wording · party invitations · birthday invitations.

Written by the Jofete Team — practical party planning ideas, product guides and celebration inspiration from Jofete. Last updated: November 05, 2026.

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