Only go this route if you’re craft savvy and enjoy a challenge. Think it’s cheaper to make your own wedding invites? When you factor in our time, the cost of materials and the potential headaches you may encounter, you actually won’t be saving money. If you’re up for a creative challenge however, then go for it!
Take a class: Specialty paper and rubber stamp stores can help you plan everything from
Start with the envelope size: It’s easier to buy than to make. Your invite—with enclosures—should be slightly smaller to slide out easily.
Make a sample: This gives you an accurate idea of the supplies required and provides you with a template to create the rest.
Buy your supplies first: You’ll need at least 10 percent extra in case of mistakes. To save time, see if an art store can precut any materials.
Use your computer: Experiment with fonts for a custom look.
Start an assembly line: Rather than do each card all at once, do your folding, stamping and cutting first. This advance preparation makes the entire task go faster.
Leave yourself plenty of time: Don’t attempt to throw them together at the last minute—it’s not unusual for an amateur to take up to two weeks.
Call out the troops: Call on your fiancé, siblings, family and friends—go ahead and make a social occasion out of it (just don’t drink the wine until after the deed has been done!)
Proofread first: Remember the fiasco over invites in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, where the invitation listed the groom’s mother as Harry rather than Harriet? It’s more common than you think. Ask someone who’s not directly involved in the wedding to check all your copy.
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