"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