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Making your own wedding stationery is not only cost effective, but also very satisfying!

 

Your invitations will be the first glimpse that your guests have of your special day.  Think about whether you want to bring your colour into the design of your invites, or if you are going to stick with neutral Ivory, White, Gold or Silver and keep your colour under wraps.  It's also worth considering how you are going to incorporate the design of your invitations into the other stationery required on the day ie  Order of Service, Menus, Table Plan, Place cards and favours.

 

 

 

Source good quality cards for your invitations and don't forget that you will need envelopes and inserts as well as embellishments. Ideally you want your invitations to look 'handcrafted' and not 'homemade' so keep it simple and choose a design that can be easily mass produced!

 

 

 

 

Think about the 'tools' that will be required for the making of your stationery...Glue, Tape and a cutter for cutting straight edges...if you don't have the correct adhesive for the job it can be a disaster!

 

When using ribbons, I would always recommend that you stick satin to avoid bulky unattractive bows and, tie organza, as there is nothing worse than being able to see the glue or tape used to stick the ribbon. It is also very important to have a nice sharp pair of scissors to cut your ribbon as this will ensure you have a nice crisp edge and avoid fraying.

 

 

 

 

If you have a printer at home it is easy to print your own inserts with the help of a free template.  I prefer to print inserts using a grey font as it doesn't look as harsh as black and will not smudge as easily on pearlescent papers.  The font choice is also important, on of my favourites is 'Pristina' as it is elegant and easy to read.

 

 

 

 

Have fun...and wait for the compliments to come rolling in!

 

 

 

Thanks for stopping by

Cate

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Save The Date!

Sending a Save the Date to your guests is becoming increasingly popular. It's a great idea if you are getting married in the summer months, and want to let your guests know before they book their holidays! You may also want to give your guests plenty of notice, so that they can book accommodation etc. Save the Dates are generally sent to everybody you will be sending a daytime wedding invitation, and are a great way of announcing your exciting news!

 

 

 

Kraft card is a popular choice this summer and can be used for both formal and informal weddings. The striped card can be a colour of your choice to co ordinate with your colour scheme. Spots are also very pretty and look a little more fun and less formal.

 

 

 

You really don't need to include much information...just your names and the date! So as soon as you have a date you can get them sent out and let everybody know your wonderful news!

 

 

 

A flower and pearls finish this design, but you could add a bit of bling if you prefer! We can provide you with a kit (which includes printed cards) if you would like to make your own Save the Date cards...or we can make them for you! Take a look at our facebook page for more inspiration and drop us a message if you would like some advice...we love to help!

 

Thanks for stopping by

Cate

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Classic White Pearl Heart Wedding Invitations

 

 

It really is very easy to make your own wedding invitations! I love this design which is both simple to make and extremely cost effective!

 

 

 

The invitation has been made using a silver embossed classic white wedding invitation.  Simply stick three white pearl heart beads down the centre of the invitation using a strong PVA glue.

 

 

 

Tie a length of white organza ribbon around the invitation, knot it twice and snip the ends with sharp scissors to resemble a bow.

 

The invitations come with matching envelopes and inserts which can be easily printed at home and slipped under the ribbon inside to hold in place.

 

It really is that easy!!!

 

Thanks for popping by

Cate

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Love Monogram

 

It really is very easy to customise this wooden 'Love' monogram to perfectly match your colour scheme for your wedding and makes a perfect gift for the happy couple.

 

 

 

 

I have painted the monogram using Opal Jo Sonja paint, but you can use any colour you wish!

 

 

 

I have then applied a delicate napkin to the monogram using Jo Sonja All Purpose Sealer. Simply separate the napkin and use the very top layer, load your brush with All Purpose Sealer and 'paint' your napkin to the monogram, starting from the middle and working out...it really is that easy!! Use plenty of the sealer to apply your napkin...and don't worry it dries clear!

 

 

 

I have then applied Kaisercraft Clear gems to the monogram. They are self adhesive and easy to apply.

 

 



 



I have added a rub on to finish my monogram, but you could customise in any way you please...why not try stamping the date or the happy couples new surname!

 

I would love you to leave a comment!

Thanks for stopping by

 

Cate

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Rose Kraft Wedding Invitation

Kraft card and lace is a big hit with brides at the moment...add some pearls and roses and you have a definite vintage look!

 

 

I have used some delicate lace together with a pink satin ribbon and self adhesive flat backed pearls........gorgeous and so easy to achieve! Simply stick your lace with double sided tape, then stick the satin ribbon over the top of the lace to cover your tape.

 

The flower stems have been wound around a cocktail stick to make them look more interesting, and then tied with a lovely white organza bow. I have then stuck them to the ribbon with a strong permanent double sided tape (you could use a glue gun if you prefer, but I find them a little messy!).

 



 

Add some self adhesive pearls to the ribbon...and you have a simple but stunning wedding invitation! It could also be used as a special birthday card or a card for the happy couple!

 

I am always happy to offer advice and assistance in making your own wedding stationery...please get in touch!

 

Thanks for stopping by!

Cate

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Perfect Just As I Am

My daughters favourite colour is Pink (like mother like daughter!), so I enjoyed making her a perfectly Pink page! 

I used papers from the Dovecraft Tea Party collection...I do love using papers from a collection as they co ordinate perfectly, without having to give it too much thought!

 

 

Freyja loves buttons and is always pinching mine and squirreling them away somewhere, so it made perfect sense to use some pretty pink ones to frame the photo.

 

 

Heart shaped doilies create an instant lacey effect and look great with the tape measure paper from Kaisercrafts Stitch in Time collection.

 

 

I have cut the Kaisercraft  'Perfect Just as I am' to fit my layout...its worth remembering that you don't have to use sentiments as they are,  they can be cut to perfectly fit your page!

 

 

 

Paper punches are a great way of embellishing a page...I love that I can use papers that perfectly co ordinate with the rest of my page! I have used the Tonic Studio Multi Detail flower punch to cut pairs of flowers, and shaped them slightly to add depth to the page.

 

 



 

 

Stunning pastel paper flowers have been arranged around the photo on the page to give the ultimate feminine touch!

 

Thanks for stopping by...let me know what you think!

 

Cate

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I Love You More Scrapbook Page

When we got married 4 years ago I told the photographer I didn't need an album as I was going to do it myself...I haven't got very far!

 

The beautiful new papers from the Kaisercraft Needle & Thread collection were enough to inspire me to complete page 2!

 

 

Not only are the papers gorgeous, but you can utilise nearly every scrap...including the strip at the bottom of the page! I cut the title and spotty heart from the papers and added my favourite buttons. I couldn't resist adding the kaisercraft pearl swirl (I got the pearls on the page this time!).

 

 

 

 

The roses framing the photograph have also been cut from a piece of paper.

 

 

 

I have punched the butterflies and added pearls in the centre to finish the page.

 

 

 

 

Paper flowers and more pearls frame the photograph.

 

Thanks for stopping by...and please leave a comment!

 

Cate

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