Wedding Invitations Blog

How to choose the right font for your wedding invitations

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 15:20:13 GMT

Choosing the right font can be one of the toughest parts of designing your wedding invitations. There are just so many options available! The font you choose should depend on the overall style and feel you want to create with your invitations. For more traditional invitations, a scripted font combined with a font that includes serifs is always appropriate. A sans serif font looks more relaxed and casual. If you're using bold graphics and colors on your invitation, consider a font with broader strokes, but if you're using elegant, dainty images, consider a more flowing font. One of the best ways to choose the right font is to play around with different options. Look online for new fonts if you don't have many on your computer, and insert them into your invitations. Try combining different fonts to get the exact look and feel you want for your invitations.

Bold and beautiful modern wedding invitations

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 15:29:43 GMT

Modern wedding invitations are a great way to go if you're having a less traditional wedding feel. Many of the most up to date designs feature bold fonts and color blends that set them apart from more lacy, traditional invitations. Some of my favorite bold invitations are the ones that feature silhouette style accents. You can do just about anything with silhouettes, and they're not as fussy as complete graphics. I also love monograms as accents for these modern style wedding invitations. You can make a monogram look funky and laid-back or elegant, but it makes a great focal point, either way. One of the best ways to make your invitations bolder is to use different fonts. Some of the new Vera Wang invitations use a combination of a blocky font, a sans serif font, and a scripted font, which looks stunning. You can put the most important words like the bride's and groom's names in a bold colored font for a focal point, too.

Bespoke wedding invitations from Etsy sellers

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 10:14:19 GMT

If you want to splurge a little on your wedding invitations and really want to make an impression, I highly recommend bespoke wedding invitations from Etsy sellers. There are hundreds of sellers with gorgeous products that are certainly worth checking out. Here are just a few I found recently: Minkcards: These are actually a really affordable option. This seller designs your invitations for you then she has them printed or you can print them at home yourself. They're fantastic if you want a modern, funky design but don't really know how to put it together yourself. Gwenmariedesigns: I love the accordion fold invitations this seller has to offer. They let you get all your wedding information into a single sheet without having to worry about inserts, and she's got plenty of amazing designs. The modern tri-fold invitations featuring the couple's initial on front are playful and unique. TheWoolberryPress: Letterpress invitations are the way to go if you want really elegant, traditionally styled invitations. The ones from this seller are fantastic because they blend traditional elements in unique ways for a more modern feel.

Basic equipment you need to make your own wedding invitations

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:07:55 GMT

The basic equipment you need for DIY wedding invitations depends on what type of invitations you desire. At the very least, you need reasonable ink jet printer that will give you quality letters and graphics on the type of paper you want to use. If your printer is less-than-fantastic, consider having the printing done professionally at a copy store (it's really not that expensive) or borrowing a friends printer. If you'll be cutting the sheets of paper to a different size, I would recommend a paper trimmer so that you get straight, perfect edges every time. Other shape cutters such as circle cutting tools and punches can be helpful if you plan to layer paper into scrapbook-style elements. If you'll be gluing any of your embellishments onto the page, it's essential that you get the right kind of glue. You need it to apply thin but still hold firmly. Personally, I prefer adhesive roller glue, but vellum tape and UHU glue are good options, as well.

A great idea for funny wedding invitation wording

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 14:54:31 GMT

Looking for an idea for funny, off-the-wall wedding invitations? There are many ways to change traditional wedding invitation wording to make it amusing, inserting a funny quote at the top or bottom of your invitations is a good way to make your guests smile without throwing off the balance of traditional wedding invitation wording. Here are just a few funny quotes you might use for your invitations: "A man in love is incomplete until he is married. Then he's finished." Zsa Zsa Gabor "They have come up with a perfect understanding. He won't try to run her life, and he won't try to run his, either." Unknown "Marriage is the only war in which you sleep with the enemy." Unknown "Compromise: An amiable agreement between husband and wife whereby they agree to let her have her own way." Unknown

Easy ways to make your wedding invitations professional

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:03:02 GMT

Even if you're doing DIY wedding invitations, you can make them look sleek and professional. Here are some easy ways to do it:

Look at other professional invitations before you design yours. They'll give you an idea of the hottest colors, designs, motifs, and layout ideas.
Choose up to three colors. One sure way to make your invitations look less than professional is to crowd them with colors. A two or three color scheme is much more appropriate and visually appealing.
Choose two fonts. Again, your invitations will look amateurish if they're flooded with different fonts. Stick with two fonts that complement one another, and you'll end up with a more professional look.
Stick with one big embellishment. These days, ribbons at the tops of the invitations, motifs that include glitter, and even pressed flowers are all popular embellishments. Don't overdo it, though. Choose one focal point that you love, and stick with it.

Did you know there is a right kind of glue?

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:11:30 GMT

When it comes to your wedding invitations, you can't just use any kids' craft glue. It would just be a mess! Instead, you need the right kind of glue the kind scrapbookers use to put elements of their pages together strongly, but without making the paper wave or have dried glue sticking out around the edges. My personal favorite is adhesive roller glue, which is really lightweight and easy to use. Vellum tape is nice if you're using vellum or other transparent papers because it won't show underneath the vellum. Double-sided tape is fantastic if you're working with heavier items, like cardstock cutouts and ribbons. Tacky glue is also great because it dries flexibly, which means that if the card is bent, your embellishments are less likely to pop off. It's nice for small surface areas and embellishments like charms and buttons.

Simple wedding invitations

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 08:12:46 GMT

When it comes to the modern wedding, simplicity really is key. As more brides cut back on wedding expenses and try to follow streamlined modern decorating styles, weddings are becoming ever more simple and elegant. If you want to reflect that in homemade invitations that dont take a ton of time to create, this template for simple wedding invitations will be a huge help. The invitations include all the wording that you need to just customize. At the bottom is a damask design to add interest without taking over the entire invitation. The top of each invitation can be tied with a simple black ribbon to add texture without taking up a ton of room or time.

Seashell wedding invitations

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 08:14:24 GMT

If youre getting married on the shore, let your guests know with images and words. Create a beautiful invitation with a seashell theme. This seashell wedding invitations template can be used for elegant, classy seashell invitations. If youre having a wedding thats elegant and romantic, these invitations can bring in the nautical theme without seeming too relaxed. Print them out on sand colored paper, and youre good to go.

Seashell wedding favors

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 07:40:09 GMT

As beach weddings get more and more popular, so do seashell wedding favors. If youre getting married on the shore, remind your guests of your big day long after they go home with seashell themed favors. There are tons out there that are affordable options, and you can even draw inspiration from pictures so that you can create your own seashell favors. This list of seashell favors has pictures to let you know just what the different favors look like so you can make the best choice for your big day.

Red wedding invitations

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 07:38:18 GMT

Red is the color of deep passion and love. Work that color into your wedding invitations with these instructions for beautiful red wedding invitations. The simple design is made from layers of red and white paper printed with the wedding information. The invitation is tied with a silky red bow and finished with a red wax seal for an interesting texture and a traditional look. You can easily take the basic ideas behind this design and change the colors to suit any wedding colors or themes you have in mind.

Red rose wedding invitation

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 08:24:46 GMT

Red roses have long been used to symbolize passion, but rose buds also symbolize changes and budding lives and loves. Combine the two into a wedding invitation, and you have the perfect message for a modern wedding. If you want to handcraft your own wedding invitations, you can make beautiful ones with these instructions for red rose wedding invitations. The invites feature lovely, soft angel hair paper and rose buds that seem to climb up the fold of the invitation. Theyll really wow your guests, but theyre pretty simple to create, too.

Printed wedding invitations

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 07:39:29 GMT

While hand-written wedding invitations with calligraphy can be nice, they can also cost a fortune. Even invitations from a professional printer are simply out of the range of many a brides budget. However, you can take some very professional looking designs and print them at home with ease. All you need is the right paper and a color printer. This beautiful pink orchid printed wedding invitation template is perfect for an elegant bride who wants a pretty in pink wedding. All you have to do is download the template, customize it, and print off all your invitations at home for next to nothing, comparatively speaking.

Printable wedding invitations

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 08:54:19 GMT

Printable wedding invitations from creative pre-made templates are absolutely the easiest way to create your wedding invitations at home. You dont have to worry about getting the wording or layout right. Simply customize a free template, and youre on your way. While many printable invitations are very unique in themselves, you might want to add some more pizzazz to your invitations. There are tons of ways to do that very simply. Here are just a few ideas for jazzing up printable invitations with items like beads and ribbon. Some of the ideas are complex, and some are ridiculously simple.

Print your own wedding invitations

Mon, 30 May 2011 08:08:07 GMT

Making your own wedding invitations is a fun way to save on the cost of your invites. However, not everyone has the time to cut out intricate pieces of paper and to glue on tiny embellishments. Dont worry, though! You can create invitations that are just as beautiful from your computer. Then, let your printer do all the embellishments for you. There are lots of things you can do with simple editing programs. This article on how to print your own wedding invitations will help you do everything from find inspiration to find the right paper. Youll be getting your invitations hot off the press and into the mail in no time.

Pink wedding invitations

Thu, 26 May 2011 08:30:59 GMT

Pink is such a feminine color, but it comes in so many shades that it can say different things to different people. If you really love pink and want sophisticated pink wedding invitations, work the color subtly into accents and printed papers. This pink wedding invitation idea will give you instructions on how to make a beautiful invitation out of pink paper and light pink ribbon. Even if you dont like pink much, check out the invitation making instructions. You can easily change the colors to suit you, but the overall concept of this cute tied invitation is beautiful.

Paper for wedding invitations

Mon, 23 May 2011 07:55:21 GMT

Choosing the paper for your wedding invitations can be tough. Even if you already have a design in mind, there are just so many options out there that picking the one that works for you is difficult. If youre ready to start making your own wedding invitations but arent sure where to turn when you hit the paper aisle, you need a quick list of whats available. There are lots of special papers available for making wedding invitations. Heres a list of the wedding invitation papers you might find, along with information on what you can and cant do with different types of paper.

Paper for card making

Thu, 19 May 2011 08:10:12 GMT

Before you can hand make your own wedding invitations, you must first figure out just what type of paper you want to use. Walk into your average craft store, and youll be amazed at just how many types of paper are available. You can get card stock, scrapbooking paper, vellum paper, patterned paper, shiny paper, and even paper with sparkles in it. If youre a little unsure of which types of paper you need for your card making endeavors, check out this paper for card making primer that will help you get acquainted with whats out there.

Palm tree wedding invitations

Sun, 15 May 2011 08:59:34 GMT

Wedding invitations these days are becoming more and more laid back as wedding themes start to become relaxed and casual. If youre having a laid back beach wedding where you want guests to come enjoy themselves, you need invitations that reflect that. This palm tree wedding invitation template might be just what you need. Here, youll find a template for printing your own modern invitations featuring a tiny palm tree silhouette. Youll also get instructions for dressing the invitation up with a pretty matching bow. These invites are just perfect for a fun but romantic beachside wedding.

Orchid wedding invitations

Mon, 09 May 2011 09:38:37 GMT

Like most flowers, orchids have a meaning that theyve carried down through long centuries. These exotic flowers stand for beauty. If you want to represent the beauty of your wedding day in your invitations, these orchid wedding invitation instructions might interest you. Theyll help you craft beautiful handmade wedding invitations that are unique and beautiful, just like your wedding day. Each invitation features a sheet of paper with the wedding information and a silhouette of an orchid. Overlaid on that is a piece of vellum paper tied with a ribbon. The effect is both classic and modern, and you can create the invitation with many color combinations.

Nautical wedding invitations

Thu, 05 May 2011 09:07:48 GMT

Maybe you and your fiance met by the sea, or maybe youre getting married where the waves meet the shore. Either way, you might want to consider using nautical wedding invitations for your big day. These beautiful invitations can feature all sorts of nautical motifs and fonts. This nautical wedding invitation template is one you can use for free to customize and create your own wedding invitations. The wavy light blue font takes you back to the sea, and the classic anchor motif in the corner is playful and fun. These invitations would be great for a relaxed beachside wedding.

Nautical wedding invitation

Mon, 02 May 2011 11:41:01 GMT

Whether youre having a wedding with a nautical theme or you and your fiance simply love all things to do with the water, creating subtly nautical wedding invitations can be fun. You can take simple fonts and black and white nautical motifs to create invitations that are reminiscent of the sea but not overly nautical in feel. This particular nautical wedding invitation template is a great way to take a pre-made template and claim it as your own. The template features modern lettering and invitation wording along with a seashell and nautical knot motif at the top.

Monogram Wedding Invitation

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 10:00:42 GMT

A monogram wedding invitation is a classy way to send the word out about your soon-to-be new last name. If you and your fiance are going to take the same last name, your initial at the top of the invitation will give it style and interest. Plus, no one will forget whose invitation it is! Making a monogram wedding invitation at home is really simple. All you need to do is download this template for a monogram wedding invitation, customize it, and print your own invites. Its cheap, quick, and easy, but it gets you beautiful results with classy black borders on lovely white paper.

Monogram wedding invitation medieval

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 06:38:31 GMT

If you want a classically styled wedding with a touch of the antique, this monogram wedding invitation template is for you. It features a single letter monogram that looks like the leading letter on a medieval book. The letter is intricately designed and adds visual interest to an otherwise simple invitation. Overall, this invitation is very sleek and traditional looking. You dont even need any inserts with it. Simply download the free printable, customize the monogram letter and the wording, and start printing on any color of cardstock you prefer. You can even use embellishments later on if you choose.

Monogram Wedding Invitation initials

Mon, 18 Apr 2011 07:34:03 GMT

Monograms are starting to pop up everywhere for weddings. Theyre on napkins, cake toppers, and even wedding reception favors. If youre going to incorporate beautiful monograms in your wedding, why not put them on your invitation, as well? With this wedding invitation template with monogram initials, you can create beautiful black and white invites from your printer at home. The invitation features a classy black outline, scripted text, and large monograms at the top for the first letters of your first names. Its really classic, and its simple to create your own invites with this customizable template.

Monogram Wedding Invitation floral

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 07:44:24 GMT

Monogram wedding invitations are some of the easiest ways to make a classic invitation something special. You can take an overall incredibly simple design and turn it into something memorable just by adding a monogram. This lovely template for a monogram invitation features a floral design under the double monogram for the initials of the couples first names. Its incredibly easy and cheap to create your invitations with this template. Just download it, add custom wording, and print it out at home on your inkjet printer.

Modern Wedding Invitation

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 07:11:16 GMT

If youre having a totally contemporary wedding and want to show it in your invitations, why not make your own? Sure, there are lots of designers out there with modern wedding invites to offer. Unfortunately, they have incredibly high prices. Instead of paying a fortune for your wedding invitations, you can create your own at home. This pattern for a modern wedding invitation with a cake on front is whimsical and fun. It has plenty of embellishments for visual interest, and its one your guests wont soon forget.

Invitation Paper

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:15:37 GMT

Choosing paper for your invitations, whether youre making them yourself or getting them printed for you, is very important. The type of paper you use will set the tone for your entire invitation. It will also influence how expensive your invitations are to make and how expensive they are to send through the mail. Before you start picking out paper, check out this article on invitation paper that will help you get off on the right foot.

Info: Card Making Software

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 07:49:59 GMT

If youre just going to make your own wedding invitations and never touch card making again, you may not need to purchase good card making software. However, if you really do love getting crafty and designing things, just think about how many cards you can make over the next few months and years. Wedding invitations, thank you notes, shower invitations, Christmas and holiday cards, etc. There are lots of ways to use good card making software, but before you purchase any, you should definitely do some research on whats out there.

Autumn Wedding Invitations

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 08:16:15 GMT

Autumn wedding invitations are the perfect way to set the mood for your fall wedding. Getting married at the changing of the seasons can be truly beautiful. Its a good idea to communicate that beauty to your guests through your invitations and with the invites being the first hint they get about your wedding, they can clearly know your theme. Luckily, there are lots of different ways to incorporate a hint of autumn breezes and changing leaves into your invitations. You can use the images, textures, and colors of the season to create memorable invitations that really say something about your big day. You'll find plenty of ideas on how to incorporate the autumn theme into your handmade wedding invitations right here.

Affordable Wedding Invitations

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 08:34:26 GMT

Creating wedding invitations that are truly affordable might seem like a large task, especially if youve already checked out invitation pricing from the professionals. Not to worry, though. Youll find some beautiful afforable wedding invitations that are already designed for you. All you have to do is buy good cardstock paper and print them off at home. The whole process will only take a little bit of your time, and it will really save you a small fortune as you get ready for your wedding. If you want, you can even embellish the invitations to give them a unique style all your own.

Almond Wedding Favors: Yummy!

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:21:06 GMT

Almonds, an ancient symbol of fertility, have long been a traditional wedding favor. There are all sorts of ways to incorporate these tasty treats into your traditional or modern wedding. You can even get sugared almonds in colors that actually match your wedding colors! You can find information about almond wedding favors here. Youll also find some excellent ideas for boxes that you can put your almond favors in. Theyll be so cute you wont want to send them with your guests because youll want to keep them all yourself!

Church Wedding Decorations

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 09:42:36 GMT

If youre having a traditional church wedding, chances are likely that youre also going to want to work with traditional church wedding decorations. You dont have to stick to all white floral arrangements, though. There are lots of ways you can make a drab church beautiful or a beautiful church even more interesting. You can use flowers, lace and tulle, and even candles in some weddings. The key is to know your space, your budget, and your limits. Here are lots of fun ideas to use for church wedding decorations. Some are a bit pricier, but some are totally affordable for even the most frugal of brides.

Make Your Own: Calla Lily Wedding Invitation

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 07:36:00 GMT

Calla lilies may be the most elegant of all flowers with their long stems and graceful, curving heads. These beautiful flowers can really send the right message for a classical, elegant wedding if you work them into your invitations. These instructions for calla lily wedding invitations are easy to follow, and theyll have you handcrafting your own beautiful, elegant invitations in no time. These invitations are little more involved than the kind you simply print off, but theyll have a unique look that your guests will really love. This will definitely be an invitation youll want to cherish in your wedding scrapbook for years to come, as well.

Tips: Textured Card For Wedding Invitations

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 07:16:49 GMT

Textured card, such as hammered card, makes a great base for wedding invitations, but, and it's a BIG BUT, it's not great to print on, especially when printing from your home computer. It's fine if you're using layers of paper on top, but if you're thinking about a simple printed out card, think again. For home printing, choose a smooth card which will ensure your text and images looks good.

Tips: Funny Wedding Invitations

Sun, 06 Mar 2011 08:29:31 GMT

If you want your wedding day to be lighthearted and fun, send your guests that message by using funny wedding invitations. You can make your invitations subtly funny to outright hilarious, depending on what you use. There are lots of ways to add humor to your invitations. You can include silly childhood pictures of you and your fiance. You can even include jokes in the wording of the invitation. You can find even more funny wedding invitation ideas here.

Tip: How Dingbat Fonts Can Help You

Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:40:24 GMT

You know when you change the font on your computer and accidentally hit a dingbat font. The entire screen becomes filled with weird shapes that arent letters, but you know each letter on your keyboard represents a shape. Well, these dingbats arent really meant to write coded messages, although you could do that. Instead, they can help you add elements of style to documents and cards that youre creating. There are actually a lot of really cool dingbat fonts that you can download. You can use these fonts to add butterflies, flowers, and interesting little swirly motifs to your wedding invitations as you design them. It really couldnt be easier!

Free Printable: Funky Wedding Invitations

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 07:53:07 GMT

Your wedding invitations are the one thing that sends your guests a message about who you are and what your wedding will be like. If youre planning a wedding that blends the traditional with the contemporary, these funky wedding invitations are for you. With a black and white damask design on the front, theyll print up beautifully on stark white paper. All you have to do is download the template and print up your invitations at home or the copy shop for cheap invitations that are super easy to create.

Almond Wedding Favors: Yummy!

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 07:36:33 GMT

Autumn Wedding Invitations

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:49:33 GMT

Ideas For Unusual Wedding Invitations

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 11:04:44 GMT

Using unusual wedding invitations can send your guests a clear picture of the unique feel of your wedding . There are plenty of fun ways to make your invites more creative and interesting.

Wedding Reception Invitations: How to Word Yours

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:44:57 GMT

Wedding reception invitations that invite a person to your reception but not your ceremony can be difficult to word. Get some advice on wording these invitations here.

Wording For Informal Wedding Invitations

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 12:52:58 GMT

Informal wedding invitations are becoming more popular as weddings become less traditional and more formal. Here are some wording ideas to help you with your laid-back invites.

Beach Wedding Decorations

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:10:01 GMT

Having a beach wedding is becoming more and more popular. Whether youre headed to a nearby beach or somewhere in a tropical location, youre probably already thinking about decorations. How, exactly, do you go about decorating a beach? Well, that all depends on the mood youre looking for. You can make a beach wedding romantic and sensuous, or you can make it fun and give it a party atmosphere. Lots of little things, like your invitations and dress codes, go into this, but the decorations will really drive the mood home. There are plenty of beach wedding decoration ideas to pull from. You just have to look through them to decide which ideas will work best for your big day. Don't forget to co-ordinating your beach wedding invitations with your favors and decorations too.

Do It Yourself Wedding Favors Sweets, Chocolates, and Cookies

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 17:53:21 GMT

Creating your own edible do it yourself wedding favors can save you loads of cash but it can also be time consuming. Here are some ideas for easy edible favors you can make all on your own.

Small Pockets On The Back Of A Wedding Invitation

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 14:26:32 GMT

I am trying to make a layerd invitation and I want to put small pocket on the back of my invitation so I can put information in it but all I could find

How To Emboss Letters and Graphics

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 10:15:15 GMT

I'd like to emboss the letters and graphics on my invitations so they have a 3D look. How do I go about doing this? Answer: There are two ways to emboss.

What is A6?

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 10:05:13 GMT

The invitation I like says cut to A6, I don't know what that means. Please help! Answer: A6 is a British paper measurement for the size of paper or

How Do I Create A Relief Effect?

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:43:49 GMT

I'd like to have a design on my cards where part of the design is elevated off the page. I'm thinking of raising a little heart or a bird up slightly.

How Do I Change The Font On One Of Your Thank You Cards?

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 08:51:02 GMT

We are using the rose-typo1-4x6 thank you card and there is no option for changing the font to match the font we used for our wedding invitations. Any