Elevate Your Table with DIY Custom Playing Card Menus!
Want to take your party from “just a hangout” to “event of the year”? These DIY custom playing card menus are the perfect way to add some personality to your tablescape! They are super easy to make, and let’s be real—guests love a custom touch. Also the self-serve cocktails means guests can help themselves.
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What You’ll Need for Your DIY Custom Playing Card Drink & Food Menus
Materials:
- Paper: 8.5”x11” cardstock (I went to Staples for this, but your home printer works too!)
- Laminator Sheets: (Optional, but great for durability!)
- Designs: One menu design and one playing card backing pattern.
Tools:
- Printer
- Scissors or a Paper Cutter
- Laminator (optional)
How to Make Your DIY Custom Playing Card Drink & Food Menus
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Design and Print
Create your menu cards in Canva. Use a front-facing design for your 3 courses and a card pattern for the back. (I printed mine at 4”x5.5” so I could fit four on one page — efficiency is key!)
2. Cut to Size
Use your scissors or paper cutter to carefully trim your menus.
3. Laminate (Optional)
For a professional, waterproof finish, run your cards through a laminator. This makes them extra durable if someone spills a drink!
Final Trim: If you laminated them, give them one last trim to clean up the edges.
Time + Cost
Time: 30–45 minutes
Cost: Under $10
Related Party
This DIY was part of our Cupid’s Casino Party—see the full party hub here for more games, recipes, and hosting tips.
Looking for more creative ideas? Check out our other DIY blog posts here →
Don’t forget to pin this project for later!