You can save a bundle by creating your own DIY wedding invitations. Most brides, whether they have a large or small wedding budget, are looking for easy, practical ways to cut down on their wedding expenses without cutting into their ideas of a perfect dream wedding. One way to cut expenses that won’t hurt a bit is making your own wedding invitations. Creating your own wedding invitations does not have to be all that difficult either.
Look at samples of invitations you like in catalogs, idea books and online. What do
Do you like them? The layout? The artistic designs? The font? The colors? The
weight and feel of the paper? The embellishments? You may be surprised to find out
that most of these elements can be replicated at home, using your own computer and printer.
Basic layouts can be accomplished using a simple word processing program. Desktop publishing software can offer more complicated design options. You can even find some free word processing, vector design, and the phot manipulation software online for download. Spend some time working with whatever software you have to become familiar with its capabilities. Both types of programs come pre-loaded with hundreds of font options, sure to give the perfect lettering look to your invitations. Additional fonts are also available many places online. Check online font resources such as Dafont or 1001freefonts.com to download free fonts. Many other fonts available for purchase are only a few dollars.
Another way to get creative with the layout and design for your DIY wedding invitations is to use an invitation template. Templates are digital, pre-designed printable invitations that you customize for your individual wedding. Many different styles, themes and colors of templates are available and you’re sure to find a template that’s perfect for you. Online templates are relatively inexpensive. Some template kits even include RSVP cards, thank-you cards, save-the-date cards and bottle labels. These can easily be printed on your home printer for professional looking results. Use plain cardstock, patterned or embossed papers with the template to create a one-of-a-kind look.
For a fabulous finishing touch to your DIY wedding invitations, add an artistic
or a glamorous embellishment. Check out your local scrapbook or craft store for embellishment ideas. Rhinestones, stamps, brads, gems, charms or buttons can add just the right amount of personalization to your invitations. Ideas for using embellishments are available online and in books at craft supply stores. By making your wedding invitations yourself, you’ll create something truly memorable and save a bundle of money, which is great for any budget.
