If you're planning a wedding, you probably figured one thing out very quickly; weddings are expensive. It seems retailers know brides want their day to be perfect and so they charge double for anything that is wedding-related. The dress is expensive, the flowers are expensive, the food is expensive, and the cake is ridiculously expensive. One item that doesn't have to break the bank is wedding invitations. You can easily make do it yourself wedding invitations for a fraction of the cost of commercially printed invitations.
When most people think of do it yourself wedding invitations, they think of cheap looking invitations that are shoddily made and not sophisticated at all. Maybe that's how they used to be, but do it yourself invitations these days are gorgeous and elegant, and are perfect for showcasing the style and personality of the bride and groom. High quality paper and cardstock are available at scrapbook and craft stores and several online outlets. Paper is available in a wide variety of colors, styles, textures and prints. You can easily match paper or cardstock with your wedding colors or wedding theme.
Once you've found the perfect paper, you need to think about the layout and design of your wedding invitation. Contrary to what you might think, you don't need professional grade or expensive design software to make beautiful wedding invitations. With a basic word processing program you can create a simple text layout that easily meets your needs. Another way to get creative with the layout and design is to use an invitation template. Templates are available inexpensively online and can be customized exclusively for you. Some kits even include templates for RSVP cards, thank-you cards, save-the-date cards and bottle labels. These can all be printed with your home printer and produce high quality results. Use plain cardstock or printed or embossed papers with the template to create a one-of-a-kind look.
Add the finishing touch to your do it yourself wedding invitations with a charm, stamp or other embellishment. Choose embellishments that compliment your wedding invitation, wedding theme, or personal style. Just like there are virtually thousands of paper options available, there are many embellishment options. You are sure to find the perfect accent for your invitations. With all the expenses you are sure to incur while planning your wedding, trimming the wedding invitation budget is one of the easiest things you can do to save money. By making your own invitations at home, using inexpensive supplies and your own creativity, you can produce something very special and save your money for the
wedding cake.
Delilah Hatch has an extensive background in the graphic arts and printing industries, as well as a long time love affair with anything related to arts and crafts. She is a stay at home mom and creator and editor to an arts and crafts/ party invitations website www.do-it-yourself-invitations.com
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