Showing posts with label Video Series. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Video Series. Show all posts

Monday, January 17, 2011

"How To" create a pocket wedding invitation

Pocket wedding invitations can be be very helpful if you would like to send an unique invitation.
They are many different sizes, colors, and textures you can choose from.

With pocket invitations you should first think of the overall "look" you would like. You can get inspiration for hundreds of places such as books, websites or wedding blogs. The idea is to find what you like about certain invitations, and use that as a jumping point for your own wedding invitations.

The cost of wedding pocket invitations can be alarming, so it would make an excellent Do-It- Yourself project. Not to worry if you don't think you have the skill to pull this off... It is very simple to create a professional looking pocket invitations with just your home computer and printer! Start off by searching wedding invitation templates. Once you have found one you like, simply find a pocket that fits that template. Use a layer backer under the printed invitation, this will add some depth to the invitation. You could use a solid layer backer or printed. Once you have the invitation and layer backer attached simply attach the pocket using glue dots.


How to keep the pocket closed... That is the fun part! You could add a ribbon and tie it in a bow, paper belly bands are also very popular, or use a label with your names or monogram printed on it. You don't have to stop there, if your wedding is in the fall you might want to consider putting a leaf under the ribbon or belly band. If you are using ribbon there are many adorable charms you could hang on your ribbon.

Read our blog on layered invitations to see the paper sizes needed so everything fits perfectly!

The most important thing to remember is just to have fun! Give yourself enough time so that it is not stressful. Invite your bridesmaids to help... have a invitation party!

Visit our website for wedding invitation templates, layer backers and blank invitation pockets.
www.ivybelleweddings.com




Saturday, January 15, 2011

"How To" add a layer to your wedding invitation template

It is super simple to add a bit of flare to your wedding invitations.  I doesn't take any special skills, plus it is quick and easy!  This video is the second in our series on how to use our wedding invitation templates. Here at Ivy Belle Weddings we offer many different color and texture paper options to use as your layer backers.

Layer invitation backers are made out of a heavier paper weight than the invitation itself.  Invitation backers usually can't be printed with a home printer. Standard invitation weight paper is usually 32lb and backers for layered invitations are at least 80lb paper.   We have designed all of our wedding templates so they will work perfectly with  our layered paper, if you decide to cut your own or check out the local the hobby store the size you will need is 5.25 x 7.25 and it will fit into an outer #7 Envelope ( 5.5 x 7.5)

Just to review the sizes: 
- Wedding invitation template is 5 x 7
- Layered Backer is 5.25 x 7.25
- Envelope Size is 5.5 x 7.5

This is important so that everything fits correctly :)  And there is nothing worse then getting your beautiful wedding invitations completed... and not being able to find an envelope to fit!  Visit our website for more how to videos and instructions on creating the perfect wedding invitations.  http://www.ivybelleweddings.com/


Below is a video we created to show you how simple it is to create a layered wedding invitations



Still have a couple of questions??  Send us a note

"How To" Video on making the perfect wedding invitations on a budget

Creating your own wedding invitations is really pretty easy.  There are many places on the web that you can get wedding invitation templates.  Ivy Belle Weddings has created a wonderful way for you to personalize your wedding stationery without having to purchase software, and that is always a good thing!  All of our wedding templates are only $5.00 and you can print as many as you need for your event.  Matching RSVP, table numbers and wedding programs templates are also available.  Each invitation collection is professionally designed giving you the most modern look at the lowest cost.

Here is our first video of the series on how to trim our wedding invitation templates.  Anyone can complete this project!   If you have any questions, either send us an email or post a comment. :)  Visit our website to see all our easy to use wedding stationery templates.  www.ivybelleweddings.com