DIY Wedding Invitations seem to be quite popular these days! And, why not? It's pretty easy to come up with your own design with access to printable templates, tutorials and supplies.
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Design the Invitation and RSVP Card
Designing the invitation and RSVP card is my first step. You can accomplish this with a word processing program on your computer or access templates online. I am using Pages on my MacBook.
Open a blank layout document. Choose the size of the invitation. I am using 5 x 7 inches. If adding graphics, import them and adjust size and position. A pretty floral digital image is what I am going with. I position one in the top left corner and one in the bottom right corner.
Next, bring in a text box. Position it where you want and add the wording for the invite. I choose to use a couple different fonts and sizes.
Create an Invitation Pocket
With the invitation and RSVP card complete I create a pocket to hold them.
I am using Stardream Metallic AMETHYST 105lb 8.5 x 11 Card Stock.
Cut a piece of the Amethyst card stock to 5 1/2 x 11 inches and a piece to 5 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches. I will also be using a die to create a decorative pocket. You can use a SVG file as an alternative.
Die cut the upper edge of the of the longer piece of card stock. The smaller piece will also be die cut, but with tabs to form a pocket.
Score the long piece of card at 7 inches from the bottom. Fold and burnish.
Scoring the tabs on the smaller pieces is done next. Add a strong double sided tape to the tabs and adhere to the bottom of the longer piece.
Make a Closure
Now that the pocket for the invitation and RSVP card is complete, we'll need to create a belly band for Iclosure.
I print the same floral image from the invitation and RSVP card onto Cougar White Smooth CardStock 8.5x11 . Using a circle die cut out a floral. A piece of amethyst card stock is cut to 1 x 11 inches. Score at 2 3/4 and 8 1/4 inches.
Add foam tape to the ends of the 1 x 11 inch amethyst strip and attach the circle die cut. This completes the belly band.
Add your invitation and RSVP card to the pocket and pull the belly band over. This project is complete!
I hope you like my DIY Wedding Invitations project and have given inspiration to try creating your own.
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