If you are looking for unique and affordable, seal and send wedding invitations may be your choice. Their all-in-one design has some very appealing features and benefits that make it economical, eco-friendly, convenient and time-saving. What more can you ask for in a wedding invitation design.

Here are some attributes of seal and send wedding invitations:

• All ensemble items can be included in one simple invitation piece.
• Pre-marked folding lines make it easy to fold seal n send invitations into their own self-mailing pieces and then they are fastened by seals eliminating mailing envelopes. This saves time by not having to stuff and address both inner and outer envelopes.
• The response card is attached at the bottom of the invite with a perforation for easy removal and return by guests. Being a postcard, no return envelope is required and the return postage is at the postcard rate which is less than regular first class.
• Both the printed return address when mailing the invitations and the return response postcard mailing address are typically included in the price.

There are many beautiful designs of seal and send wedding invitations from classic to contemporary. There is now even a wider style that has a smaller sized reception card attached at the bottom by perforations along with the response postcard.

The seal and send style can also be your choice for other events for which you will need to collect RSVPs to have accurate seating and food arrangements. This design could be used for rehearsal dinners, post-wedding receptions, or anniversary celebrations as well as wedding invitations.

Being true to their name, seal n send invitations are all-in-one invites that are easy to fold, seal and send to your wedding guests.

As a record of important details from your special day, your wedding invitation is uniquely a one-of-a-kind remembrance.  Ordering a few extra invitations is highly suggested so you can save them as wedding souvenirs but then they will more than likely be stored away in your wedding album. 

Why not create a memento of your wedding invitation that is more permanent and can be easily displayed in your home as a special remembrance.  Especially since all the formal details of your wedding day appear within your invitation text – date, time of ceremony, time of dinner/reception, name and address of ceremony location, name and address of dinner/reception locale – as well as maybe a special verse or quote chosen by you and your fiancé.  The invitation design itself may also be symbolic of the colors or theme of your wedding.

Having your invitation wording permanently imprinted on a keepsake item is a wonderful way to uniquely commemorate your wedding day.  Here are some suggested items that can be engraved with your wedding invitation verse:

·  Photo Album – A great way to personalize a wedding album is to have your invitation wording elegantly engraved on the front cover.  This way every time you look through your cherished wedding pictures you will be able to see your invitation verse too.

·  wedding invitation Frame – Create a lasting souvenir by using a beautiful glass frame to showcase your favorite wedding photo as well as feature your delicately etched invitation verse.              

·  Glass Block – A simple, but elegant, glass or lucite sculpture piece can be engraved with your wedding invitation text creating an exquisite symbol of your special day.

·  Commemorative Plate – Easily hung on a wall or placed on an easel for table-top display, a decorative plate engraved or etched with your invitation verse will make a wonderful memento for years to come.

With all of your planning and preparations, creating a wedding invitation keepsake may not be a high priority before your wedding, but this is easily something you can have designed later since you may even receive one of these personalized items as a wedding gift. 

Your wedding is without a doubt one of the most important days of your life so give some thought to creating a lasting souvenir of your wedding invitations to preserve all the details of your special day.  As the years go by, you will undoubtedly be glad you did.

You often hear the phrase ‘modern wedding invitations’ but what really classifies them as modern. 

We all know modern is the opposite of traditional.  Traditional wedding invitations brings to mind a simple invitation card, classic black ink, a standard lettering style and two mailing envelopes.  Modern wedding invitations, on the other hand, let you be more creative and unique which seems to be quite appealing to today’s couples who tend to look for ways to truly personalize their weddings including their invites.

Here are some trends that you may feature on your modern wedding invitations depending on the design you choose and the options available:

·  Multiple Lettering Styles – A larger and sometimes fancier font style is used to emphasize the couple’s names on the invitation compared to the rest of the wording.

·  Contrasting Ink Colors – A second distinct ink color can be used to highlight certain details on your wedding invitation like your names.

·  Pockets – Becoming increasingly fashionable, this style has a pocket for holding the wedding invitation and possibly a separate pocket for any enclosure cards, depending on the specific design.

·  Self-mailing – These invitation styles no longer require a separate mailing envelope since they turn into their own self-mailer piece.  Some designs have an envelopment, which may be colored, that wraps around all the invitation pieces for easy mailing.  Another self-mailer design option are seal and send wedding invitations that actually fold and seal up into their own mailing piece.

·  Bright and Bold Colors – Today it is easier than ever to make a personal statement with your invitation colors either through your paper, design or ink choices.  Beautiful color combinations are also abundant with colors you may not have considered as matching but actually create a stunning contrast when paired together.

·  Distinctive Sizes & Shapes – You can easily select a wedding invitation design that has a unique shape such as being square or is an unusual size such as tea length.

·  Patterns – As part of the invitation design, patterns are becoming stylish including paisley and retro motifs.

·  Colored Papers or Envelopes - Make your wedding invitations eye-catching by choosing a design that has colored paper stock or colored envelopes.  Just be sure to choose an ink color that will look good on the colored paper.

·  Recycled Paper – For those striving to be more eco friendly, there are now many beautiful wedding invitation designs that are printed on recycled papers.

·  Embellishments – Ribbon has become quite popular as an added special touch to wedding invitations. 

Everyone’s idea of what modern wedding invitations are may vary but the above trends are definitely options that will make invites look more contemporary.  Your invitations will surely reflect your own unique personal style using any of these options.

Custom wedding invitations are an essential part of your wedding planning but are you prepared for all the choices you will need to make when creating yours.  You will want to be as informed as possible in preparation for these decisions so designing your invitations will be easier.

Here are some things you will need to know:

• Budget – Before you begin your wedding invitation shopping, you may want to give some consideration as to how much you want to spend on them.  Knowing your budget and the quantity you will be ordering will also help you figure out how much you can spend per invitation as well as help narrow down your choices.  Also remember that response cards, reception cards, colored inks, return address printing, envelope lining, etc., will be extra costs if you choose any of these options and are not included in the invitation prices.  Those prices are listed separately.

• Theme refers to the appearance of the invitation such as design, pictures, colors, embellishments, etc.  Is there a specific theme to your wedding that could be reflected in your wedding invitations?  Themes can be flowers, beach or tropical, season of the year, specific colors, etc.

• Style relates more to the type of invitation.  Will you have a simple wedding invitation card or a folded piece?  Will it be made out of layers of paper attached together or will it include your photo?  A seal and send style is an economical choice that has a response postcard attached and simply folds up into its own mailing piece.  Growing in popularity, pocket wedding invitations are a more contemporary style.  You will also find that some styles look more modern than traditional or more formal than casual so your choice will depend on the tone of your wedding.

• Paper – This choice typically includes the size and color of your invitation paper.  Contemporary wedding invitations can come in unique square and tea length sizes. Keep in mind that larger sizes may require extra postage so you should check into that before making your final selection.  Colored papers have also become plentiful.  Another consideration is being eco-friendly with your wedding invites by having them printed on recycled paper.

• Verse Wording – There are many, many sample verses for custom wedding invitations or you can creatively write your own verse.  You will need to choose a verse based on who is hosting your wedding whether it is you and your fiancé or your parents.  Another decision will be having your reception details printed directly on your invitation if there is room or on a separate reception card.

• Lettering or Font Style – You will find there is an enormous selection of lettering styles from which to choose and the offerings will vary among printers.  One suggestion is to use a style that will be easy to read for your guests.  Simpler, less script fonts tend to be easier to read. 

• Imprint Ink Color – Usually you are provided with several ink choices based on the invitation you choose.  Keep in mind colored papers will affect how certain ink colors appear.  Black ink is typically included in the invitation price with colored ink choices costing extra.  Be sure to take notice of what color was printed on the sample as you may like how that color looks.

There are actually more things to consider as part of your custom wedding invitations ensemble but the items listed above pertain to the actual invitation itself.  Other related choices involve extra insert pieces such as response cards, map cards, etc., as well as envelope options.

With the tough economic times we are experiencing, many brides find it necessary to reevaluate their wedding budgets.  The following ideas will aid you in your effort to keep costs down and keep more of your hard-earned dollars in your wallet.

1). Purchase flowers that are local and in-season.  Incorporating orchids into a winter wedding is going to cost you a pretty penny.  Instead, visit your local flower market and select seasonal white Calla Lilies or deep red roses to form your bridal bouquets or table centerpieces.

2). Have your wedding favors double as your place cards or guest escort cards.  Indicate the guest’s name and table assignment on a label or hang tag and attach it to the favor box or bag.  Place the wedding favors / place cards on a central table at the entrance of the reception room.  As guests collect their wedding favors, they’ll also find out what their assigned seats are.

3). Avoid couture bridesmaids’ dresses and instead peruse through the clothing racks of popular national clothing retailers.  By choosing a style and color that your gals can wear again, you increase the longevity of their dresses while stretching their hard-earned dollars.  Best yet, your bridesmaids can shop at their convenience at their local retailer.

4). Think about holding your wedding on a Friday night or on a Sunday.  This alone can save you tons of money.

5). Print your own wedding invitations.  Many discount stores now offer stylish wedding invitations, thank-you cards, and wedding ceremony programs that you can print yourself in the comfort of your own home.  Purchasing a box of inexpensive embossed wedding invitations is now as easy as shopping for copy paper and staples.

6). Have several family and friends arrange your bridal bouquet, bridal party bouquets and boutonnieres as well as table centerpieces.  A word of caution: to avoid wilting, make sure to arrange the flowers no later than the night before.  By assigning this task to a group of trustworthy individuals, you can certainly save hundreds of dollars.

7). If you know a friend or family member who has great interest in photography as a hobby, they may be willing to photograph your wedding for free.

8). Avoid using invitations with an odd shape. They only increase your postage which will add to the cost. Use standard-sized invitations instead.

9). Consider doing your own hair and makeup.

10). Limit the size of your bridal party to family members and best of friends.  Have the others take tasks that are just as important, such as passing out the programs and escorting guests to their seats.