Organising a wedding is a difficult task – even if you plan 18 months ahead it’s a tricky business arranging everything in time. Planning your dream wedding is exciting, but it can also be stressful and break the bank if you get carried away. That’s why many brides decide on DIY wedding projects to cut costs throughout the planning, and one of the most popular DIY projects are the save the dates and invitations.
Organising a wedding is a difficult task – even if you plan 18 months ahead it’s a tricky business arranging everything in time. Planning your dream wedding is exciting, but it can also be stressful and break the bank if you get carried away. That’s why many brides decide on DIY wedding projects to cut costs throughout the planning, and one of the most popular DIY projects are the save the dates and invitations.
It’s worth considering that some aspects of the wedding are better left to the professionals – your photographs and music being the main elements of the day you’d like to outsource. But making your own handmade wedding invitations is a pretty easy job and if you spend some time on it, they can turn out looking highly professional. Read on for the top three reasons why you should make your own wedding invites rather than pay a printing company big bucks.
1. It will save you money
When it comes down to it, the best reason to get crafty with your wedding invites and other wedding stationery is that it is much cheaper than hiring someone else to do it for you. Wedding stationery companies can charge £5 per invitation, and if you have a guest list nearing 100 then that’s a big spend which is easily avoided. Doing it yourself (with the help of friends and family) will free up your wedding budget for other important elements – such as the dream dress!
2. It’s fun
In the run up to the big day, stress can take its toll and tensions may form between the bride and groom and close family and friends who are just trying to help. Setting aside a couple of evenings to make your invitations with your bridesmaids and anyone else who wants to help is actually a great way to spend some quality time together. Being creative is fun, and the more people that help the easier it is to get the job done. Offer wine and nibbles and it’s the ideal girl’s night in.
3. It’s more personal
Another major advantage of DIY invites is the level of creative control you have over the design. Some companies do offer bespoke invites, but you’ll pay a higher price for the luxury. Handmade wedding invites allow the happy couple to inject their personalities into the design. Don’t forget this is the first thing anyone is going to see in relation to your wedding, so it can hint towards the theme of the day and the design itself can let people know what to expect. Personalise the invites with pretty embellishments, lace or ribbon, or to really add some glamour opt for adding some crystals to the invitations.
These are just three of the biggest reasons to make your own wedding invitations – handmade wedding invites will definitely impress your guests when they find out it was a DIY job!