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By admin, January 4, 2010 2:55 am

When planning your wedding, deciding what invitations to send is one of the first big decisions you will have to make. The proper wedding invitation will set the tone for the entire wedding. Are you planning a formal or informal wedding? A lavish affair, or a casual get together? Often there is no need to explicitly state such a thing on your invitations; you can relay the message simply by choosing wedding invitations which reflect the style, theme, and tone of your wedding. There are a variety of ways to add personality to your wedding invitations. Adding ribbon, trinkets and photographs to your invitations are all ways to express your personality and the type of ceremony you are planning.

Another way to add sparkle to your wedding invitation is by the use of color. Adding color to wedding invitations allows an element of personality to shine through, as well as add some unexpected spark and levity to what is normally a formal and traditional announcement. Color can add an air of festivity to traditional invitations, introduce your wedding colors to your guests or add a touch of personalization to a stock wedding invitation.

How can color be added to invitations?

When deciding on where to place color in your wedding invitations, there are a variety of choices. You can opt for the traditional cream or white card stock and add a personalized color for the writing on the card. If this does not fit your style, the invitation itself can be your main color, and the script can be white. Many couples opt to include their color choice in the lining of the envelope. Thus, the invitation can remain the traditional black and white, but a touch of color can be found inside the envelope as the invitees open it up. Another way to introduce color to your invitations is through a ribbon adornment.

Do you have to use light colored card stock?

The selection of colors in card stock has never been wider. Cards are available in many shades of greens, blues, pinks and browns. Depending on the look that you are going for, you may choose a subtle pastel or a vibrant bold color for your card stock. Generally, couples who are looking for a more traditional wedding invitation will choose a lighter color, as will those planning a casual ceremony. For those planning a contemporary ceremony or a more formal affair, bolder colors are a more common choice.

Traditional Wedding: Can you still add color to your invitations?

There are no rules for what is right and what is wrong when deciding how your wedding invitations should look. While a traditional wedding invitation is typically understated, adding a hint of color through ink, envelope linings or ribbon adornments are all acceptable and attractive options. If you are certain that you would like a traditional wedding, you may want to choose an understated color for these accents.

Can you choose any color you want?

The color choices for your wedding invitations are vast. While it would be an overstatement to say that you can choose any color you want for your wedding invitations, it would be accurate to say that the selection of colors available for wedding invitations has never been greater. Between the different color selections of card stock, ink, ribbons and envelope linings, it is possible to make your wedding invitations 100% unique even if you are choosing only stock options.

What rules should I follow when adding color to my wedding invitations?

There are no “written in stone” rules when planning your wedding. It is your wedding and your invitations, and you want to choose an invitation that expresses both you and your fiancé’s personality and the atmosphere you plan for the wedding. Whether you choose bold or subtle color, vibrant ribbon adornments or delicate lace edged ribbon, the invitation is uniquely yours. While there are suggestions on how to choose color for your wedding invitations, do not allow yourself to get stuck into a rigid template for how your wedding invitations should look.

Do I have to add color to my wedding invitations?

Just because technology has made it easier than ever to add color to your wedding invitations there is no reason to force yourself to add color if you do not want to. White or cream colored card stock with black or dark gray ink is still a popular as well as a correct option.

No matter how you choose to personalize your wedding invitations, the addition of color makes it easier to do. The addition of color to ink, ribbons or envelopes create a special and personalized invitation that will serve as a keepsake of your special day for years to come.

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By admin, January 3, 2010 3:04 pm

There are so many little things to consider when you are planning your wedding. You want to make sure that everyone is happy, and that you are happy as well. It might seem like the planning never ends! Something that is important to think about early on is your wedding favors. You want to provide your guests with wedding favors that will do two things. The favors should be a compliment to the theme of your wedding or to the two of you as a couple. Secondly, they should be something that will provide your guests with a reminder of the wedding, long after it is over.

Theme and Style

In order to have personalized wedding favors that complement your theme and style, you need to define your wedding in terms of theme. This does not mean that you need to have an out-and-out theme for your wedding, but it does mean that you should have a general idea of what your wedding is all about. Perhaps this could be summed up in a word, like Peace, or Unity, or Family. It might be all about an idea, such as “It’s About The Journey,” or “Looking Towards The Future.” Either way, you want to have a theme or an idea that you can use in your wedding planning, even if you are just keeping it in the back of your mind as inspiration.

Once you know what your wedding is all about, you can look at personalized wedding favors that might help you show this to your guests and tie your wedding together. For instance, if you really are “Looking Towards the Future”, why not give your guests personalized tiny telescopes, or plastic binoculars? If you and your spouse are “Living In Harmony”, why not put out personalized harmonicas, or other musical instruments, that you can find at a party supply store for an affordable price?

Even if you don’t have a theme, you will want to focus on the two of you and on what you would like to use to represent yourselves. For two musicians, personalized guitar picks are great favors. For a couple into photography, a roll of film with your names and wedding dates can be a great way of giving out wedding favors. For two people who love a sport, think about sports-related personalized wedding favors. They can be beautiful and fun, but can also remind your guests about the two of you, and about who you both are apart and together.

Remember When…

Another way to approach your wedding favors is to figure out what your guests might like to have as memories of your wedding. Giving out tiny potted plants is a fantastic way for guests to count the time that has passed since your wedding. You might want to think about using small picture frames with a photo of the two of you in them, too. If you have music that you have played at your wedding, or even a video that you have shared, you might decide to give copies of these to your guests so that they can remind themselves of your wedding and think about you as well.

Personalized

Just about anything can be personalized. It all depends on who you are and on what type of wedding you hosted. Planning on a wild and crazy party? Perhaps your guests will enjoy personalized shot glasses. Having a more subtle event? A packet of seeds printed with your name and wedding date, that your guests can take home and plant, might say more about you and who you both are than anything else you can think of.

The trick with personalized wedding favors is making sure that they are not just items you give you to your guests to thank them for coming. The favors need to represent something, to show something, and to say something about who you are and about what your marriage will be. If you are able to choose the right personalized wedding favors, you will find that you can be very happy with what you have chosen, and you will also be able to know that you have made the right decision when it comes to the wedding favors. It is also okay to have a couple of different types of wedding favors to give different guests. Your fraternity brothers might get something slightly different than your grandmother, and that is perfectly fine.

Think about the long term as well. Gifts that your guests can keep for years will only make your wedding live longer in their hearts as well. And, after all, isn’t that what giving wedding favors should be all about? Find ways for your guests to remember your day, and to remember your marriage, and your wedding favors will be deemed a success.

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By admin, January 3, 2010 2:59 am

Wedding favors are an important part of the wedding experience. They are a way to express appreciation to all of your guests for taking the time to support you on your special day. A carefully chosen favor is also a great way to tie into your wedding theme. Because you are purchasing a gift for each of the guests at your wedding, price is also a consideration. If you are having a large wedding with many guests, this can add up quickly.

If you decide to invite children to your wedding you may want to choose a favor that will appeal to them in particular. Fortunately, there are so many choices available when choosing wedding favors that you can easily find something that appeals both to children and adults alike. What are some ideas for favors that are fun for children, yet special for adults?

Photo Memories

All children love to have their picture taken, and most relish the idea of having a special responsibility. Consider leaving plenty of disposable cameras lying around to capture candid shots. While this is not a new idea for weddings, to really include the children that you have as guests, make sure they, and their parents, know that they are welcome, and even encouraged, to use the cameras. Something about weddings brings out the stuffy adult in many people, so hand out cameras specifically to children, announce that you want a kids-eye view of the event, or come up with some other way to encourage the children at your wedding and reception to take pictures.

By providing cameras for the reception, you open the door for a touching favor many people love, which is a miniature photograph album. The miniature album, which will typically hold around 40 four by six pictures, is the perfect favor for children. They can put their own pictures in it, and you can send along copies of any cute candids that you get. Miniature photograph albums making a special wedding favor for both children and their parents.

Edible Favors

Kids love treats, and tiny treats are even better. Personalized mints or chocolate candies such as Hershey’s Kisses, loose or in a special tin, make a fun treat for parents and their children. In fact, many kids will get just as much enjoyment out of a small mint tin or basket as they will the candy that was inside. Most wrappers can be personalized with the bride and groom’s names, the date of the wedding and even the wedding’s color theme. Edible favors can also be certain mixes of cocoa or tea to be enjoyed after the event.

Bookmarks

If you are hosting a large reception, or your budget is tight, bookmarks are affordable and fun favors. Children, in particular, enjoy the idea of their own bookmark. Parents can utilize this favor as well. Using bookmarks engraved with scripture, line of poetry or even a simple, “Thank you for sharing the day with us,” will make children and their parents feel appreciated for attending this special occasion.

Tote Bags

Children universally seem to love to sort and pack. Loading up their treasures in a box or bag is one way that many children spend their time. Tote bags are a wonderful favor, especially if you are expecting many out of town families or are hosting a destination wedding. The tote itself makes an excellent favor, but adding information about the area, a coloring book and crayons and a bottle of bubbles can make this wedding favor a favorite for families with children.

Soaps and Bath Favors

Children love anything tiny, and the tiny soaps or bottles of shower gels that are available as wedding favors are a real treat for young children and parents alike. Many of the small containers or bars come in appealing packaging, such as small wooden boxes or tiny plastic bathtubs. An overall wedding theme can be extended into soap and bath favors, such as with a fall themed wedding. Bath favors are available in fall themes in the form of leaf-shaped soaps. These cute and practical favors are guaranteed to be popular with the guests at your party.

No matter what type of favors you choose, picking something that appeals to the children at your reception is sure to make you popular with both adults and youngsters. Many couples, even those who invite children to their wedding, present a no nonsense attitude about the wedding and reception. While it is understandable that you want your wedding and reception to be an enjoyable event, the majority of these celebrations are not geared toward children. Choosing favors which appeal to children is a wonderfully thoughtful way of letting both parent and child know that they are appreciated for attending.

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By admin, January 2, 2010 2:53 pm

One of the newest trends in wedding invitations is the use of ribbons. From classic white colored ribbon to fun and funky brightly colored ribbon, you can find hundreds of styles to use with your wedding invitations. But how can you integrate ribbons into your invitation package? Here are some great ideas you and your spouse-to-be can use.

First, wedding invitations can use ribbons in the designs themselves. These ribbons become part of the overall look of the invitation. Usually, if you can customize the colors of the invitation, you can also choose the type of ribbon, and in many cases, there are hundreds of default colors available. Typically, ribbon that is part of the overall design is found either along one side or above the top and tied in a bow.

Ribbons can also be used as a closer with your wedding invitations. Your wedding invitations can open vertically or horizontally, or can be split down the middle for a “double door” effect. To keep the invitations closed, you can tie the ribbon around them, or you can use a hole punch to tie the ribbon through. Sleeves can also be purchased to hold your invitations inside of the envelope. Ribbons can be used as a closer on these as well.

Keep in mind that you should not use ribbons on the envelopes you will be mailing or the return envelope your guests will use to RSVP. Posts offices in all states have very strict guidelines about what can go through the mail. In many cases, ribbons and other loose strings can’t go through the mail, since they can get stuck in mail-sorting machinery. So, if you include ribbons as part of the envelope design, you will have to have another, bigger envelope to use for mailing it. In any case, using ribbon to close your wedding invitations will make them seem like presents. Your guests will feel special untying the bow to find out the details of your big day.

There is no agreed upon way to integrate a ribbon into a wedding invitation. Ribbons do not necessarily have to be dangling or tied in bows. In fact, with do it yourself wedding invitations, the ribbon can even be glued flat as part of the design. This gives your invitations a 3-dimensional effect without the bows and frills. If you are leaning toward non-traditional wedding invitations, this could be the perfect compromise.

One of the best ways to use ribbon with your wedding invitations is to introduce a little color to the invitation package. White has always been the traditional color for weddings, and recently, it has become trendy to choose all-white decorations, accessories, etc., for weddings. If you do not want to purchase wedding invitations printed on colorful paper, consider using ribbon to include just a dash of style. This is often a great compromise if you and your future spouse can’t agree on the colors your wedding invitations should be!

What kind of ribbons can you choose? Your options are nearly endless. If you want something very traditional, a white organza ribbon or bow might look great with your wedding invitations. On the other hand, maybe you want something modern. In that case, a slim, brightly colored ribbon might be great. You can choose polka dots or another funky design if you plan on having a non-traditional wedding, and you can choose eco-friendly raffia or recycled ribbon if you want green wedding invitations. Of course, wedding ribbons come in all many different widths and colors.

Wedding ribbon is only the start of what you can add to your wedding invitation package. You can also include stickers, velum inserts, wax seals, accent jackets, overlays, potpourri, confetti, and more. You can even use special stamps to mail them, and do it yourself wedding stamps are available if you want to further customize your wedding invitations. Your wedding invitations definitely do not have to be ordinary.

Because there are so many different kinds of wedding ribbons, making a final choice can be difficult. Keep in mind that quality is important, because cheap ribbon can fray. Also, remember that there are discount options available that look great without costing a fortune. If possible, get a sample of the ribbon before order. That way you can determine which choices in your price range are of the highest quality.

Ribbons are not for everyone. Depending on the style of your wedding invitations, ribbons might not work, and if you are sending the invitations in a very simple envelope, bows could get crushed. Make an attempt not to automatically rule out ribbons, though. Even if you do not want a traditional or romantic style (or too girly) style for your wedding invitations, ribbons can be a great choice. With all of the choices available, you might be able to find a style which is perfect for you and your fiancé.

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By admin, January 2, 2010 2:53 pm

Candles are a popular favor at weddings for several reasons. They are available in all price ranges, most people find them practical, and they come in a wide selection of colors, scents, themes, and designs. Candle wedding favors can also be integrated into the decorations for the reception, which helps to keep costs under control. While candles may seem like a dated favor idea, the many new varieties of candles available, as well as the many ways to personalize them, have given candles a new life as a trendy favor idea.

If you are having trouble choosing what type of favors you want to give out at your wedding, take a look at the many candle favors available and you are sure to find something that you like. Choices range from candles already packaged in gorgeous gift boxes, to candles in pretty organza bags, or you can choose just the candle and then embellish them yourself with ribbons, bows and other adornments (warning: the latter requires a big time commitment on your part!) Following are a few ideas for new exciting wedding favor candles.

Flower candles. If your wedding has a floral theme, or you are just a fan of flowers, candles that are shaped like roses, bouquets or other flowering choices make an attractive favor that will be enjoyed long after your wedding day. There are as many choices in flower-shaped candles as there are types of flowers!

Beverage themed candles. Drink look-alike candles are a cute favor idea. You can find candles in coffee mugs, martini glasses, tea cups, wine glasses, and more. One really cool example is a merlot wine glass gel candle. It looks like a real glass of wine with a rich harvest grape scent, and comes packaged in a classy gift box that can be personalized depending on where you order them from. Some of the wine glasses even come adorned with a charm and satin ribbon.

Travel tin candles. These are small candles, typically in metal tins, that make an inexpensive gift. The metal tins can be personalized with the names of the couple or the wedding date. Candle tins are a nice choice for a variety of reasons; they can be labeled with fun designer prints or pretty much any message you can dream of, so it is easy to find one to go with your wedding theme.

Votive candles. These are the traditional candles in small glass jars; they make a nice favor because they are inexpensive and many people use candles regularly. One really nice idea to commemorate your wedding day is monogrammed votive candles with your choice of initial. These are available in many scents and you can even buy them pre-packaged in a sheer organza bag with ribbons. For an extra touch, add a paper tag with your personalized message.

Gel candles. These are another common type of candle that makes a nice favor. They often have flowers suspended in the gel within a clear glass holder, so you can create a gorgeous glowing garden on your reception tables with these scented candles. Lavender or delicate calla lilies are perfect wedding favor choices.

Regardless of what type of candle you choose to give as favors at your wedding, candles are synonymous with romance. Even if you decide against personalizing the candles, they are an inexpensive and appreciated favor idea.

How to pick candles that go with your wedding

Themes: Many common wedding themes provide you with the opportunity to choose candles that coordinate with that theme. For a beach wedding, choose votive candles decorated with shells or starfish. If your wedding theme is flowers, choose candles shaped like bouquets of roses.

Wedding Party: Wedding favors are gifts that your guests will use to remember your special day. There are a variety of candle shapes that fit into any wedding theme. Small candles shaped like wedding cakes are a delicate favor that will delight your guests. Candles shaped like princess crowns or frogs, symbolizing “Prince Charming”, also make cute favors.

Keepsake candles: There is no reason to stick with a theme. Keepsake candles are excellent gifts for your guests, and may have nothing to do with your wedding theme or color. For example, a cube shaped candle with the Asian symbol for double happiness is a delightful favor that your guests will be able to display in their home for years to come.

Using candles as decorations

If you decide to give candles as wedding favors, these favors may double as your table decorations for the reception. While you will not light the candles that you are giving as gifts, the many beautiful candles that are available are a lovely accent for your tables. Place a single favor at each place setting and a large arrangement in the center of each table, and your table decorations will be complete. Add some lit candles in areas where they will not be knocked over, to bring the look together.

Regardless of what you choose to give as a favor, or how you choose to decorate the reception area, candles are a natural choice for wedding favors. They add romance and classic elegance and are an inexpensive addition. When shopping for favors, take time to review the many types of candles that are available. The artistry and selection is so amazing, you may even have a hard time choosing just one.

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By admin, January 2, 2010 2:56 am

Wedding favors are a customary way to show your appreciation for those who come to your wedding to support you on your special day. Remember, everyone attending the ceremony and reception has taken time out to celebrate the day with you, perhaps traveling and staying in a hotel overnight or for an extended weekend. It is important that you take the time to choose a thoughtful favor as these small gifts double as a “thank you” as well as serve as a lasting memento of your special occasion. Choosing a memorable and personalized wedding favor is one of the most important parts of planning your wedding, and often one of the most overlooked.

There are many choices available in wedding favors. Some wedding favors are designed to go with a particular theme, while others are practical gifts that your guests will use over and over. Whatever you choose, you should pick something that will provide meaning to your guests. With so many different people at a wedding it can be hard to narrow down your choice in wedding favors.

Themed Favors: If your wedding has a theme, it makes sense to carry that theme over into the favors. A beach wedding is one example of this. If you are getting married on the beach, there are many favors that you can choose from. Photo frames and albums decorated with seashells or starfish are a popular choice, as are candles decorated in the same way. For an autumn wedding, you can find cookie cutters shaped like leaves as well as candles in autumn colors. Flowers your thing? Continue the floral theme with candles shaped like roses, or scented in enticing floral scents.

Sweet Treats: Everyone likes an edible favor. It eliminates the problem of what your guest should do with the favor; they savor it and then it is gone. Edible favors are available in a variety of forms. Chocolates, mints, and lollipops can all be personalized with the wedding information on the label for a special favor. Mints are available in small tins or individually wrapped.

Take Home Treats: Chocolates and mints are not the only edibles available as wedding favors. Personalized packets of coffee and tea are a popular choice as well. One edible favor idea you probably have not thought of are mini honey pots with personalized labels and real honey inside. Also margarita and cosmopolitan drink mix packets are an inexpensive and fun option.

Totes: Tote bags make a great choice for a destination wedding. Whether you are headed for the Smokey Mountains or the sea shore, handing out tote bags for wedding favors not only provides your guests with a memory of your special day, but also gives them something in which to carry everything they accumulate on the trip.

Cleaning Gear: Not for the house or car, but for your guests. Shower gels and soaps are a great wedding favor, can be personalized easily, and are both decorative and practical. Tiny soaps in a miniature wooden crate or small plastic bathtubs provide a sweet gift for your guests.

Eco-friendly: Many young people today are concerned about the environment and you do not have to sacrifice conservation when choosing wedding favors. New, green choices include “blooming” bookmarks or ornaments made of all-natural fiber paper containing seeds you can plant; just stick the favor in a pot of dirt and add water! Similarly, seed packets come in attractive, earth-friendly envelopes and can be personalized with a message of your choice.

Bottle stoppers and corkscrews are another popular favor idea that is as useful as they are decorative. These gift items come in heart shapes, butterflies, leaves, fruit, flowers, seashells, and more.

These are just some of the many wedding favors that you can give to your guests. Make sure that you have enough favors on hand for everybody. If you are having a reception with a formal sit down dinner, you can be reasonably sure that your RSVP rate will be fairly accurate. But for a more casual wedding and reception with a somewhat open guest list, it can be a difficult balancing act between having enough favors and having too many. If your favors are not personalized, talk to the sales person where you decide to purchase your favors and determine their return policy. If items are returnable, you can place as many favors as you think you may need, and then return any remainder after the wedding.

No matter what type of wedding favors you choose for your guests, you can be sure that they will notice and appreciate the effort. Whether you choose something that is practical, something they will eat, or something they will pack away with their invitation for future memories, a personal wedding favor is an important part of the wedding celebration.

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By admin, January 1, 2010 2:58 am

When you are planning your wedding, chances are good that you already know there are many different things you have to think about when it comes to wedding etiquette. It is very important that you follow all of these etiquette rules when it comes to your wedding and this includes sending out your invitations. There are rules that govern the invitation: when to send it out, what should be included, and how the wording should be on the invite. You want to be sure that you follow proper etiquette when completing these important tasks. The invitation should be sent out no later than 6 or 8 weeks before your wedding day. This is actually something that is always changing and fluctuating. Often, it is very important to tell people the date of your wedding far in advance, and sometimes people plan their weddings years in advance. Therefore, you have two choices. You can send your wedding invites early, or you can send out save the date cards. Save the date cards are usually small cards, even post cards, which have your names, the date of your wedding, and a statement that says that a formal invite is to follow.Many people use these because it is just too difficult to plan a wedding early enough and they want to be sure that people can take off work, plan their vacations, or make plans early enough to be there. This is especially important if you are having a big wedding, or if you have people coming from far away. Whether or not you use Save the Date cards, you need to be sure that you are not sending your wedding invites out too late. It is going to be important to make sure that you provide enough time to RSVP for the wedding, and you are going to want to be sure that you have enough time to compile your guest list from the RSVPs. Therefore, do be certain that you are sending out the invitations soon enough. Next, it is important to know that there are rules about what should be included in your wedding invite. The invitation is of course, the most important. It needs to have your names, the date of your wedding, and the location. It needs to specify where the wedding is, and the date and time of the ceremony. However, there is still more information that should be included. The wedding invitation also needs to have a statement about the reception if you are having one. It should include the location, time, and how people can get from one to the other. Many people choose to include a small printed map so their guests can figure out how to get from the ceremony to the reception. If there needs to be an RSVP, make sure you include the RSVP card with the invite, and make sure that it is stamped. It is in bad taste to ask someone to pay for the stamp that is being used to mail the RSVP back to you. Most people include this as a post card or a small envelope to send back to themselves. Lastly, your wedding invitation should give an idea about rooms that are available, meal choices, or anything else that is important to the people that are attending the wedding. It is also important that you follow etiquette when writing the invitation. Your parents, especially if they have paid for the wedding, need to be included in the invitation. Traditionally, the bride’s parents and the groom’s parents are presented first, and the wording may then say something along the lines of inviting the guest to share in the union of their children. Then, your names are presented. Some people choose to have their names first, and then have “son of” or “daughter of” after their names. When preparing your wedding invitations, the date and time of the celebration should be written out in words, not in numbers. You should spell out all abbreviations and keep the tone very formal and direct. It is very important to follow proper etiquette because it shows others your personality. You may also be inviting family and friends that you have not had recent contact with and you do not want to make a negative impression on them. This could lead to these potential guests not attending your celebration. You want to remember to send your invitations out early enough that your guests have time to plan their schedules around that particular date. It is preferred to provide at least 6-8 for a traditional ceremony and more time for a destination wedding. It is also important to spell all words out including numbers and the date without using abbreviations. If you are following these regulations, you may find that you are following proper wedding invitation etiquette.

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By admin, December 31, 2009 3:11 pm

There are many styles of romantic wedding invitations and it primarily comes down to personal preference. This preference can dictate which romantic invitations are chosen for the ceremony. You can take the classic route or a modern one and still have wonderfully romantic and personalized invitations that you can cherish for the rest of your lives. The best way to personalize your wedding invitations and make them especially romantic is to really sit down and plan them out; and remember, there is no need to have anyone tell you what is or is not romantic.

The colors that you choose for your wedding invitations set the mood for the entire wedding celebration. By the time you have begun designing your wedding invitations, if you have not yet settled on a color scheme, it is now the perfect time. Romantic and personalized wedding invitations can coordinate with the overall theme of the wedding. If, for example, the bridesmaid dresses are lavender, you may opt for wedding invitations that complement that color scheme. Perhaps going with some deep purples with wisteria accents is the way to go.

The embellishments that you choose to personalize your wedding invitations are also very important in making them romantic. The most common embellishment for a traditionally romantic wedding invitation is the ribbon. The ribbon that you choose for your wedding invitations should coordinate with your wedding scheme but it should also be delicate as well as tasteful. Silk and organza ribbons work well for romantic wedding invitations. The color of your ribbon should complement the rest of the invitation and coordinate with your entire wedding color scheme.

Furthermore, you may choose to embellish your invitations with elements like buttons and stitching in place of the ribbon. Whimsical embellishments such as these give your wedding a personalized feel, romantic look, and can be an excellent first introduction of your wedding to each of your guests. Hand tying ribbons as well as hand-stitching threads and buttons to your invitations are also great representations of your devotion to each other and can be evident to each invited guest.

The construction of the invitation is also integral to how personalized and romantic the invitations are. Good quality paper stock, vellum, and even some sparkle are key ingredients for personalized invitations. It mostly comes down to how these items are used on the invitation to determine how romantic the invitation is after it is completed. Taking the time and effort to plan different layers of the paper sheets can lend to a romantic, traditional, or a modern feel. Single layers of cardstock and paper give an air of simplicity. Wedding invitations with several layers of paper, vellum, and cardstock are apparent in more intricately designed romantic invitations.

When designing your wedding invitations, the overall look and construction is vastly important to how personalized and romantic they are, but the wording is also essential. While traditional invitation wording is perfectly acceptable, it is not as romantic as some couples would like. In an effort to make your wedding invitations more personalized and romantic, you may want to think about including a poem or perhaps even song lyrics that are special to you and your soon-to-be spouse.

While many couples may find traditional wording much more appropriate, there are couples who enjoy taking a risk together. The poem chosen for the invitation does not need to be written by a famous poet, it can even be something that the two of you made up together. The wording of your wedding invitation should always suit your personal style and most importantly show everyone how in love you two are!

There are many ways to personalize your wedding invitations and increase the amount of romantic wording or accessories included in the invitation. The design of the invitation itself, your choice of color, paper, embellishments, and wording are all crucial to making the invitation truly your own. There are even small things you can do to personalize the invitation. One small thing that you can do is to choose specific stamps for your invitations and RSVP cards. Remember, you do not need to choose the “Love” stamps most couples do. There are so many postage choices out there today that the possibilities are virtually endless. You may even consider choosing a great picture of the two of you and print your own postage!

No matter what route you take when designing your wedding invitations, as long as you put effort and a little thought into it, there is no question that it should be romantic and personalized. Just remember, your wedding is all about the love that the two of you share, so anything you put out there should be romantic! In addition, always remember to keep a copy of the invitation for your wedding scrapbook!

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By admin, December 30, 2009 2:56 am

If you are planning a destination wedding so, you might want to consider reflecting this in your wedding invitations. Your invitations can still have the classic (or modern) look you have been envisioning, but with a few special touches, you can evoke the feelings of your destination as well. Here are some ideas you can use with your invitation package:

Idea #1: Choose colors that work for you first and your destination second.

Most destination weddings are on the beach, and natural beach colors are blue, teal, and tan. However, if you want to use red and black as your wedding colors, these should work as well. Start narrowing down your color choices by what really speaks to you and your future spouse. Any color can work with destination wedding invitations. The key is to use your colors wisely. For example, you may want deep purple and gold wedding invitations. How can you make this choice work for a destination wedding? Choose purple as an accent color and print a starfish or sand castle design in gold! Also, think outside of the box to find certain colors in the surroundings. Hunter green wedding invitations should be a great choice for a beach wedding. This is mostly because this shade of green is close to the color of most seaweed. If you want silver invitations, have you considered the metal gleam off passing ships? Almost any color can fit with a beach theme. Of course, the beach is not the only destination wedding location, but the fact remains that you can make just about any color work with your location if you are creative.

Idea #2: Reflect the season, not the place.

People often link destinations to certain times of the year, and chances are that you have considered this when planning your wedding. For example, if you want to get married at the ski resort where you met, you likely want to do so during the winter when there is snow on the ground. Instead of linking your invitation to the destination itself, consider a seasonal approach. How about a winter romance invitation or an invitation featuring blooming flowers? You can also use invitations that use fall leaves, Christmas holly, sunshine, or other designs that reflect the season.

Idea #3: Use ribbons, charms, and other extras.

Instead of an all-out destination wedding invitation, why not consider an invitation that is more traditional. Then, use accessories like bows to add that special little touch to evoke feelings of your destination. For example, if you are having a Las Vegas wedding, you might choose RSVP cards designed to look like poker cards, or if you are having a wedding by the shore, use a wax seal with a shell design. There are literally hundreds of options available when it comes to accessories and extras. For some couples, this is the perfect way to get the wedding invitations they want.

Idea #4: Look for destination DIY kits.

While some brides and grooms do not want to go over the top, others really want to celebrate their destination wedding to the fullest. If that is the case, look for a wedding kit that can make your wedding invitations really special. For example, some companies make wedding invitation kits that let you send a message in a bottle – a scrolled invitation sent in a small plastic bottle with sand and shells. This kind of destination invitation is typically expensive to mail out, but they are whimsical and your guests should love them! They work well if you are only inviting a small number of guests, which is often the case with destination weddings.

Idea #5: Use your envelopes to show your destination.

You have to be careful with your wedding invitation envelopes. The post office has strict rules about what can go through their machines. However, there are ways in which you can decorate your envelopes. For example, you can use designs like dolphins printed on your envelopes or use colored ink or even stickers. Keep in mind that larger or oddly shaped envelopes might need extra postage. As a special touch, use the post office’s tools to create your own stamps. You can use a picture of the two of you or a picture of your destination.

When you are planning a destination wedding, it is nice to consider invitations that match. The sky is really the limit when it comes to this type of wedding invitation, and there are tons of ways to incorporate your location into the design, whether it is through color, design, or accessories. You can order DIY kits or have them put together by the invitation company. Regardless of your budget, there are options in your price range. Even if you want traditional invitations, check out the small destination touches you can add.

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By admin, December 30, 2009 2:56 am

The butterfly is a beautiful creature that many are incredibly fond of. Have you ever wanted a wedding filled with these gorgeous, delicate creatures? Now you can have that butterfly themed wedding plus much, much more. With wedding favors decked out in butterflies, as well as a few other tweaks, you could have the butterfly wedding of your dreams.

Let us paint a picture in our minds. We do not need a typical white wedding dress, if you’d prefer not to wear one. Choose maybe a dress of a pastel color, such as a light blue, periwinkle, or pale pink. Instead of releasing doves as the bride comes down the aisle, release elegant butterflies of all types. As the bride steps down to the music of her choice, the butterflies are released moments later, and a rush of color sweeps behind the bride as she walks down the aisle. The altar and the aisle seats are draped in a soft fabric that compliments the pastel color of the bride’s dress. The bridesmaids can also be dressed in pastel color dresses, with the groomsmen in matching ties or shirts.

As the ceremony comes to an end, the celebration begins. We enter into a room decorated with tables, chairs, and a stage for music. On each table a white cloth is draped over. In the center of each of these tables a small frame is placed, decorated with butterflies, and the couple being celebrated, smiling in the picture. Surrounding the frame are small butterfly tea lights, which creates an inexpensive centerpiece perfect for low lighting. Small, pewter butterfly card holders are placed around the table displaying the guest’s names proudly. A large cake is rolled out decorated with our theme, butterflies in vibrant colors dance around the cake. Bottles of champagne sit next to our beautiful cake, each bottle topped with a butterfly bottle stopper. The guests are greeted by our theme in abundance, but it only gets better.

Each guest can leave with the perfect wedding day favor. Perhaps in the center of each table a few little butterfly bookmark’s can be placed. Joining the bookmarks can be butterfly key chains, candles, and magnetic memo clips. The bookmarks are oval and silver, topped with a silver butterfly. A simple silver butterfly key chain is an ideal wedding favor as well. Candles are one item that may be a little tougher because there are just so many to choose from! Should we go with a small pastel one, with a butterfly painted on it? Or perhaps a pewter butterfly that holds a small tea light? If you can not decide which direction you would like to head with candles, there is always a small silver butterfly that also acts as a magnetic memo holder, perfect for any of your guest’s fridge!

We wouldn’t want to overwhelm guests with too many butterflies, but little wedding favors are perfect with pastel colors. And all of these favors are within any bride’s budget! So go wild, and release the butterflies!!