**October 2012 Brides and Grooms**

pigsmightfly

johannalf88 wrote: »

I was thinking maybe something like this for place names:


But I can't help but think a bit optimistic to get them to stand up! Well at least pine cones are free! :money:

Oooh these look lovely xx

johannalf88

NoAngel wrote: »

Jo-how do you attach the name card to these?

I got them from a website, which I didn't bookmark, so never to be seen again! If I remember correctly the cones were cut with a hand saw down the middle to make a slot, and then the cards just slot in. I haven't tried it yet. I am back to my parents in a couple of weeks, so will have a go then when I can borrow the wood working tools!

NoAngel

johannalf88 wrote: »

I got them from a website, which I didn't bookmark, so never to be seen again! If I remember correctly the cones were cut with a hand saw down the middle to make a slot, and then the cards just slot in. I haven't tried it yet. I am back to my parents in a couple of weeks, so will have a go then when I can borrow the wood working tools!

Aah! Thanks

OH says that would be 'impossible'. I asked him to have a go! Maybe could just attach them to the back with something sticky... maybe superglue! lol, will give it a try as I love the idea!

johannalf88

I don't think it would be impossible if you have the right tools. I think we need a coping saw, But it's not something I generally have! Although my parents or grandparents have one which I am planning on borrowing!

stir_crazy

pigsmightfly wrote: »

Ha Ha true. Pain for me too as I have to pay the £78 or whatever it is to renew as mine expires in April then renew again with my new name probably at the beginning of the year after. I'm like you aswell, don't want to pay again but will be wanting my name changed on everything

My passport runs out September next year, but got a hen do abroad in July so I'll defo be travelling under my maiden name.

johannalf88

Ah that sucks! You will be usin your maiden name for the next 10 years! Mine expires in around 5 years, but just can't wait that long!!

stir_crazy

johannalf88 wrote: »

Ah that sucks! You will be usin your maiden name for the next 10 years! Mine expires in around 5 years, but just can't wait that long!!

Haha, I might just do that to avoid paying the extra money!

johannalf88

Well good for you! I hate myself for giving in to it! It's such a con! However, (apart from wanting to) H2B has said the offer gets withdrawn if I don't take his name! but I get to keep the rock! Lol!

bubbles0169

johannalf88 wrote: »

I got them from a website, which I didn't bookmark, so never to be seen again! If I remember correctly the cones were cut with a hand saw down the middle to make a slot, and then the cards just slot in. I haven't tried it yet. I am back to my parents in a couple of weeks, so will have a go then when I can borrow the wood working tools!

http://www.projectwedding.com/wedding-ideas/diy-pinecone-seating-card-holders

johannalf88

Fantastic! Thanks!