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DIY Wedding Invitations: Benefits & Printing Tips

Tue 10th January 2023

From Our Gallery - Wedding Invitations

From Our Gallery - Wedding Invitations

Say 'I do' to the perfect DIY wedding invitations! Weddings are all about celebrating love and commitment, but with all the planning that goes into it; it's easy to overlook the importance of choosing suitable printing materials. The options for DIY wedding invitations are endless, from elegant and traditional invitations on high-quality cardstock to modern and unique designs on wood or acrylic. 

But it's not just about the DIY wedding invitations; the paper type, thickness and texture also play a role in setting the tone for your special day. The choices are endless, from thick, glossy cardstock for a formal look to textured, matte paper for a more rustic feel. And let's not forget about programs, menus, place cards, seating charts, and custom wedding favours or thank you cards, which can add a touch of elegance to your reception and show your guests how much you appreciate their presence.

DIY wedding invitations can add a personal touch to your special day while also saving you money. If you're considering making your own invitations, here are some of the benefits to keep in mind.

DIY Wedding Invitations - Creating the Perfect Look For Your Special Day

DIY Wedding Invitations - Creating the Perfect Look For Your Special Day

Customisation: Making your own DIY wedding invitations gives you the freedom to choose the design, colours, and wording that best reflects your personal style and the theme of your wedding. You can also add special touches like a monogram or a favourite quote. This can make the invitation even more special and unique.

Cost-effective: Compared to buying pre-made invitations or hiring a professional designer, making your own DIY wedding invitations can save you significant money. You can purchase high-quality cardstock and printing supplies at a reasonable cost and even create your own envelopes, liner and seals. This will help you stay within your wedding budget.

Eco-friendly: DIY wedding invitations can be a great option if you want to reduce your wedding's environmental impact. You can choose recycled paper or sustainable inks and production methods. This can also be a great way to make your special day more green and eco-friendly.

Sense of achievement: When you make your own DIY wedding invitations, you'll have a sense of pride and accomplishment knowing that you created something truly unique and special. Not only will you impress your guests, but also you'll be creating something memorable for yourself.

Personal touches: You can add more personal touches to your DIY wedding invitations, like adding a picture, nice handwriting or even your voice message. This can make your invitation even more special and unique.

Sentimental value: Creating your own DIY wedding invitations will give you a great chance to make them as sentimental as you want. You can also keep the final printed invitations as a sentimental keepsake to cherish for years to come.

If you want to create your own, we have some great templates for you to access and start designing your own beautiful wedding invitations.

Wedding Invitation Template - Design Your Own

Wedding Invitation Template - Design Your Own

You can find the templates here.

Find out more about the whole DIY process here.

However, it's essential to keep in mind that DIY wedding invitations do require some time and effort to create, so it's important to start early and give yourself enough time to complete them. Additionally, creating your own DIY wedding invitations also requires some design and printing knowledge. If you don't have any experience with design or printing, consider using an online design tool or speak to us today about how we can help create the perfect design for your special day.

Overall, making your own DIY wedding invitations can be a fun and rewarding experience. It allows you to add a personal touch to your special day, save money, and create something unique and special that you'll cherish for years to come.

In addition, it's also important to choose a reputable printer that uses quality materials and has experience in wedding printing. You want to avoid ending up with poor-quality printing, wrong colours, or delayed delivery.

Overall, carefully selecting suitable printing materials for your wedding can add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your special day. From invitations to favours, choosing the right materials can help bring your wedding vision to life and make your special day even more memorable.

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