Wedding Invitation Kits
06 Aug 2010
Wedding Invitations are one of the first choices a bride and groom-to-be need to make and quite possibly one of the most important. The invitation is an open door to your new world together and can set the theme for your entire wedding.Many couples ponder over the plethara of choices and the costs can range anywhere from very low to very high end (some professionally done invites can be quit pricey).00 per invite but they were keepsake heirlooms).So what is a soon to be “couple” to do? Well, today it seems more and more couples are nixing the traditional choice and looking at a much more budget friendly yet professional looking choice - doing it themselves with wedding invitation kits.
Now there are many things to consider before going this route. One is time.This is a very busy and hectic time in your life and adding one more thing to your agenda can seem overwhelming.If you are willing to do a little legwork up front, the end result will not only be considerably less expensive but beautiful and professional looking as well.
By doing it yourself you have more control over how your invitations will look and the overall appearance of the invite. You can use non-traditional wording, fonts..the little things that are sometimes hard to find when going the traditional route.With the ever changing trends of styles, embellishments and colors, you are able to choose which ones to include and which ones to keep traditional. Mix it up and and have fun at the same time. Sharing these moments together can add to the excitement you feel as a couple as you plan your future.
Today, many designers are experimenting a lot with color combinations. Take a look around at what is popular and incorporate that into your wedding invitation without making it a typical “off the rack” version where you have no control over how your invitation will look or the wording that appears on the invite.Mix and match to suit your personality and make it a very special invitation that exudes your individuality to your guests. With the wide array of colors in existence, you can really find the one color and wording combination that are perfect for your wedding. (Watermelon seems to be big this year - experiment with different variations of a color!)
Embellishments to your invitation are also easier when you “do it yourself”. Layered invitations are gaining popularity so you could choose to layer it with different “eye popping” colors - the colors of your wedding can be represented from the start with your invitation.By layering you can truly experiment with colors by seeing which ones work and which do not.Let your creativity shine through with your invitation. Don’t make it a stressful event.Have fun doing it.Experiment by using different wording, fonts and colors.You can us ribbons as your sash.Sash your invitations around the middle and glue a crystal stone or gem onto the invite which compliments the color(s) of your card. This creates a more elegant look if that is your objective. You can also make it more casual and fun.
If it is a destination wedding, consider adding a seashell or starfish for a beach wedding, or a charm or cross for a more personalized touch. The world is your oyster when you choose to do it yourself with wedding invitation kits.
Again, there are definitely drawbacks to this type of invitation, not the least of which is the necessity to be prepared.Plan ahead by recruiting a few family members to join in so they feel part of the celebration. They are happy you are happy - win-win.
Another drawback - PROOFREAD - you are in control of your own destiny here so be sure to proofread your invite before printing them off. Suggestion - buy more cards and paper than you need for those “mistakes” and this will alleviate any last minute meltdowns.
But the plusses are numerous including the cost. For a fraction of what you would pay the traditional way, you can create a professionally crafted invitation that you will remember and have as a keepsake for the rest of your lives.
Now is the perfect time to put your “outside of the box” thinking cap on. Create something truly unique that represents who the two of you really are as a couple.
Consider do it yourself wedding invitation kits as a option when planning for your big day. With the ever rising costs of weddings, why not treat your pocketbook to a little breather without sacrificing any value.
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