How Do You Create Wedding Invitations On A Budget?
Creating your own wedding invitations may take a little more time, but can save you a lot of money. Announce your special day by designing beautiful invitations with simple materials and techniques, and stay well within your budget. Buy cardstock sheets in bulk at your local craft store, as opposed to buying pre-cut pieces that are more costly. Use a paper trimmer to cut pieces in a single layer, as opposed to folded in half like traditional greeting cards, to fit the envelopes you’ve also bought in bulk. Print the invitation’s information on lightweight vellum. Use a free template to generate wording that suits your style. If you’re using 8.5 by 11 sheets, you should be able to get two invitations from each piece. Save the scraps to turn into pretty confetti to decorate at the bridal shower or reception. Affix the vellum to the background with plain ribbon you’ve found at a dollar store or in the clearance bin at a craft store. Although premium ribbon may be silkier, the difference in
