Make Your Own Invitations Blog

Mar 10, Funky Tie the Knot Wedding Invitations

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:10:31 GMT

Cool home made wedding invitations with directions to show you how to tie the knot - it doesn't look all that difficult at all. lol. These are a very light hearted casual invitations, not what you might expect at all. I guess they would be for a more fun and carefree couple. There certainly is something for everyone in the Wedding invitation section.

Kevin also shares a few wedding invitation making tips based around his experience making these invites. Kind of a 'this is what i did wrong' so hopefully you wont fall into the same traps as Kevin did. Thx Kev!

Mar 9, Make Homemade Silhouette Invitations

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:00:03 GMT

Now you have to remember making silhouettes when you were back in school!
Well we have a new twist on the silhouette. Making a silhouette invitation card. This is a Photoshop invitation tutorial but you can certainly substitute with free software such as GIMP.

Mar 4, Wild West Cowboy Photo Invitations

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:59:27 GMT

We have a cool new printable cowboy photo invitation that you can order. It's in the form of a old fashioned wanted poster. Order your free proof and send us through a picture of your little cowboy or cowgirl. We will customize the invitation with your party details and convert the picture to sepia or black and white to give it that rustic wild west look. Then you can print off as many copies as you like.

If the wording on this invite isn't exactly what you need then check out some other cowboy invitation wording options.

Wild West Cowboy Photo Invitation

Mar 2, Kids & Adult birthday invitations

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:17:28 GMT

Due to the many many birthday invitations that we have recieved, we thought a bit of a revamp was in order.

We have separated the make your own birthday invitations into 3 categories.

Adults birthday invites
How to make kids birthday invitations
Printable birthday invites for both the children and the grownups
Teenage birthday invites - we only have a few so I've left them on the same page

All of the existing tutorials and how to instructions are still there and we are adding more every week. So take a look through our invitations, you will surely find something to your liking.

And if you don't find a diy invite then perhaps you'll try one of ourCustom Photo Invitation Designs. We make them so that you can print them at a photo lab for super cheap. We've got many new designs for many different occasions with plenty more on the way and we even make custom orders where you tell us what you'd like. So get on over and check out our Custom Photo Invitation Designs.

Mar 1, Engagement invitation wording

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 13:57:13 GMT

So you've decided to tie the knot and have become engaged. You want to make your own engagement invites but you don't know what to say and how to invite your guests. I'm telling you the deciding on the wording for any invitation can be a tricky job. If you find you need a hand then check out some of our engagement invitation wording ideas. You will find something to suit your engagement celebration.

Feb 25, The coolest homemade Robot Invitations

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:00:19 GMT

How about these cool robot invitations for your childs robot birthday party. They are made from different colored craft foam and aluminium cans. The invitation itself is tucked away into the robot can body and you pull it out by the head. Make these robot invitations with the step by step tutorial to show you how.

Feb 22, New Vistaprint bargains for DIY invites

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:48:41 GMT

Ok so Vistaprint have announced a few more special deals which means cheaper invitations for us all.

Deal One - free STD cards

The first one I think will come in handy is this one for 30 FREE Wedding Save-the-Dates. Exp 12/31/10
I hope that they printed that expiry date right because the end of 2010 sounds pretty good to me. So if you want to help your guests plan for your big event with save-the-date cards then hop on over to Vistaprint and check em out. You'll save some cash too. Wouldn't it just be amazing if you only had to invite 30 guests, then you'd get all your save the dates for free. Awesome.

Stds are available in matte, glossy and linen finish. Choose from flat or folded. Matching envelopes available at checkout. Vistaprint also offers a matching Wedding website, invitations, thank you cards, photo book and so much more!

Deal Two - postcards

The second is this deal for 100 Postcards for just $1.99 Perfect for making our own Save the Date postcards I reckon. Imagine making 100 save the dates for just two dollars. They are usually 100 for $24.00! Your wedding budget will surely love you if you take advantage of this deal. Now I'm not sure how long this deal will last (I will check it and report back asap) Check our Vistaprint Save the date card tutorial for making and uploading your cards.

Deal Three - mommy cards

Now this doesn't really apply to invitations - although you can make mini business card invites for funky hip events like casual parties at a bar somewhere. They are mommy cards - business cards for mommies. 100 Mommy Contact Cards for $1.99.

Mommy Cards Are Business Cards for Busy Moms! Are you a busy mom whos always on the go? Check out our mommy cards. Theyre the hippest, easiest way to share your contact info! Give to coaches, teachers, other parents & babysitters Put contact, emergency, allergy info. & more Add a photo for a personal touch

Feb 19, Pocket fold wedding invitations

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:12:04 GMT

Pocket fold invitations are very popular with brides but they can be very expensive to buy. Allison has found a method to keep the costs down by making her own. Perfect for the thrifty DIY bride. Check out her step by step tutorial if you'd like to make your own super fancy pocket fold wedding invitations.

These pocket invitations include a space for the invitation itself, and a pocket for the inserts. It folds over kind of like an envelope.In fact you can actually stick the mailing label directly on to the front if you wish.

Feb 15, make cool Sweet 16 Invitations

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:39:42 GMT

Head over and check out how to make these sweet sixteen handbag invitation. Grab some funky patterned cardstock and some sort of ribbon or stirng to make the purse handle and your halfway there. Print your party info details on to the card, cut, punch and thread - you're done. Sounds pretty easy doesn't it? Check it out and make your own.

There are a few more diysweet 16 invitations in the gallery

We are also making personalised "print it yourself" photo invitations to order and have a couple of lovely sweet 16 invites that you can order.

Feb 13, Bachelorette Invitation Request for Lisa

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 08:17:20 GMT

Hi all, this is just a quick message for Lisa who ordered a printable bachelorette photo invitation for Jennifer. The email address that you provided does not appear to be correct so if you read this can you drop me a quick email via the contact form with your correct email address (and Jennifer's last name so that i know its really you) then I will send you through your proof.

Feb 8, Bargain sales for invitation making products at Joann's

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:34:02 GMT

If you are in the US you might want to check out the sale at Joann.com. They are having a huge sale on all their products. The discount I am most interested in is the stamping section. Joann stock some of my favourite brand names like Autumn Leaves, Stampendous and Inkadinkadoo.

There are a few invitation wording stamps that you can use for birthdays, weddings and baby showers (or any type of party) So go and check it out.

40 off Stamps, Stamp Sets & Stamp Pads @ Joann.com

Save the Date - Inkadinkadoo

You're Invited - Inkadinkadoo

Save the date - Stampendous

Here are also a few other Specials that you might find hand for making your invitaitons.

40 Off the Regular Price of One Item at Joann.com ( Code:AE74 )
40 off All Papercrafting Tools @ Joann.com - great for paper trimmers, craft knives, punches, check out the crop-a-dile.
50 off Holiday Inspirations Valentine Crafts & Socks @ Joann.com

Feb 8, Key and Tag HouseWarming Invitations

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 21:30:22 GMT

Join us a s Tanya shows us how to make these unique tag and key invitations that she made for a housewarming party. These invites have a very vintage look about them and they require only a tag, some twine and a key (which is a very clever touch) It is difficult to imagine something that looks so good is really quite simple to make. So head over to our key tag housewarming invitation tutorial and make your own.

House Warming Invitations

Dec 14, Make music invitations like a record

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:49:47 GMT

The grooviest music invitations for the music freak. Made in the shape of a record they are the perfect invitation for someone who is into music or is a dj or dancer. Great for teenagers and kids alike.

You can make invitations with real records and cds, maybe even old casette tapes - so retro.

Dec 9, Making Your Christmas Party Invitations

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 10:31:27 GMT

Christmas is just around the corner so if you haven't already sent out your holiday season party invitations then you had better get a move on. To help you make your festive invites here is are a few ideas to help you on your merry way.

Dec 8, Snapfish last minute photo printing speacials.

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 02:52:12 GMT

Snapfish.com, one of the more popular print on demand online stores is having a last minute sale. You can print your invitation cards and invitation photos for your holiday season party and save a huge 35 before shipping.

4 Days Only! Save 35 Off Snapfish Holiday Best Sellers! Coupon Code: DEC7, Ends Dec 10th!

Check them out for some great savings, Snapfish lso specialize in photo calendars, posters, mugs and an assortment of other printables.

Dec 5, how to make flower invitations

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 04:00:17 GMT

Kim Carney shows us how to make these 3 dimensional flower invitations in a small clay pot. They are so super cute but only good to make if you only have a few. There are step by step instructions as well as a printable template for the flowers, all you'll need to do is add your party information and you're away.

How to make flower invitations

Dec 2, Homemade Graduation Thank You Cards

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 04:48:34 GMT

Home made hand stamped graduation cards made with stamps from stampingbella.com. We show you how you can make your own thank you cards just like these. Since we approaching the end of the calendar year they can also use them as thank you's for your childs teacher.

make your own graduation cards

Nov 25, Vista Print 75 off all Holiday Cards

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:59:23 GMT

Okay so Vistaprint (my fave invitation and photo printing site) are having a crazy 75 off holiday cards sale until the end of November. What does this have to do with invitations you may ask. Well, if you haven't already noticed, Vistaprint is one of those printshops that are always having a sale on some product or another, one month it is invitations and the next it's holiday cards. But when it comes down to it the only difference between a xmas card and an invitation is their names. So if you're uploading your own designs (like with these save the date postcards) then you can totally take advantage of this offer and make some mega savings. Of course you might simply want to order some funky photo xmas cards which I am going to do myself.

Costs at a Quick glance

Type of card	10	20	50
Holiday Flat Cards	$2.49	$4.49	$9.49
Holiday Folded Cards	$3.24	$6.24	$14.99
Holiday Postcards - 4 x 8	$1.99	$2.99	$5.99

There is an upload for your design or image of $2.49 (50 off usual cost)
Shipping is around $5-8 for 21 day delivery to domestic US, around $7-12.67 for 14 day delivery, and around $7-$16 for 7day delivery.
Use the quick quote tool to get an estimate of your costs.

Nov 23, Thanksgiving dinner invitations

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:00:57 GMT

Enjoy our free printable invitations for thanksgiving dinner made for your own personal use. If you haven't the time to make your own or pick some up from the store then simply download the free pdf file, print, fill out and send off to your guests. It is as simple as that. Enjoy the holiday season and go easy on the turkey dinner...mmmmmm

Thanksgiving printable Invitations

Nov 22, Monkey Shower Invitations

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:31:18 GMT

Monkey themed baby showers seem to be very popular with the mommies to be. We have these cute monkey shower invites made with die cuts (these are simply monkey shapes cut out from card or paper - often with a special machine) Laura has created these fab little invites along with monkey party favor boxes. Be Inspired.

Monkey Baby Shower Invitations.

Nov 18, Lingerie Bra Invitations

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:42:26 GMT

Shaped like a brassiere, these hot little bra invitations will certainly set the theme for you Lingerie Party, whether it be for a Bridal shower or just a ladies night out. Underwear invitations are a clever way to invite your guests to your get together and you can cut a simple template just for the occasion.

Bra Invitations

Nov 9, Diaper Shower Invitation Tutorial

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 22:41:41 GMT

What better theme for a baby shower than Diapers and Nappies! Make these super cool diaper invitations with the tutorial from The Paper Tree Blog. This very easy to follow tutorial will show you how to put together these very cuter shower invites in a jiffy.

Homemade Diaper Invitations

Nov 3, Stampin Up Invitations

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:03:52 GMT

Make these lovely Stamin Up Wedding Invitations made with a Beach Theme and Stampin Up rubber Stamps and supplies. Stampin Up is one of my favourite stamping companies, they have a heap of gorgeousness. I love them.

Look through our growing range of Wedding Invitation Ideas. You only get married once so it pays to learn from others whom have already been through the process of a DIY wedding invite.

Oct 28, Printing at OvernightPrints.com

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 01:07:15 GMT

OvernightPrints.com have got a special running for their Invitations and Thankyou cards till the end of the month.

Save 30 on Wedding Invitations & Thank You cards! Use code ONPWED at checkout. Expires 10/31/09.

See some of the handmade invitations that were printed at OvernightPrints.com

A wedding invitation
10th wedding anniversary invitations
Save the Dates

Oct 27, Make a Cupcake Birthday Invitation

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:04:14 GMT

Make these ultra sweet cupcake invitations. These birthday invitations were a breeze to make and we have a step by step tutorial for you to create your own lil cupcake invites. All you need is some card and a computer to print out the cupcake template. Sprinkle the icing with embellishment of choice and your're set.

Be sure to browse through the diy birthday invitations to find something to inspire you to make your invitations, there really is something for everyone. And if making invites doesn't appeal to you then perhaps one of the free printable invitations from our growing range will see you right.

Oct 23, Make 30th Birthday Bollywood Invitations

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 05:32:16 GMT

Are you leaving the 20's behind you and prepping to settle in to your fabulous 30's! Kick off the next decade with these decadent 30th birthday invitations. These Bollywood Themed Party invitations are made with gorgeous Christina Re papers. So go and check out How to make 30th birthday invitations with style.

Oct 18, hand made wedding shower invitations

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 22:50:09 GMT

Make some sweet pocket wedding shower invitations. stick a photo of the groom and bride to be on the cover of the pocket and slip in a tag containing all the party details... It couldn't be any easier. Katie has ue bazzill cardstock for these pockets and some awsome patterned scrapbook paper for the tag which has a little ribbon tie at the top. There are so many fabulous scrapbooking papers available that you are sure to find something to suit your tastes.

Scrapbook paper at Scrapbook.com!

Oct 13, Erins House Warming Invitations

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:08:21 GMT

See our great new tutorial shared with us by Erin Bassett who is a very talented crafter and card maker. She shows us step by step, how to make house warming invitations using the Quickcutz Silhouette machine. Go and take a look.

Oct 12, 10th Wedding Anniversary Invitations

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:58:42 GMT

Another take on the film strip, photo strip invitation. These homemade 10th Wedding Anniversary Invitations were made by Kevin and Eliza. They were made with Adobe Photoshop and printed on the cheap at OvernightPrints.com.

Check out how they were made and try to make some yourself.
Made with: Adobe Photoshop
Printed at : OvernightPrints.com.
Other Resources: Photo Booth Strip brush

Oct 9, Free Printable Halloween Invitations

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:39:30 GMT

Send out these Free Printable Halloween Invitations in time for your Spooky Hallowe'en Party. This special invite has been recreated from an old early 1900's postcard. It is a classic vintage invitation. Print out the Invites 2 per page on your colour printer fill out the details and you're set. So get on over and download your freebie now!!

Oct 5, Rubber Stampin Invitations

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:40:36 GMT

Rubber stamping onto your chosen cardstock is a fantastic way to make your Wedding Invitations. There are a million different kinds of stamps out there. We explore making these darling Beach Wedding invitations filled with impressions of different seashells.

If you're thinking of purchasing rubber stamps and inks here are a few of my own recommendations the stamps from the following companies. Some are a little pricey but the images are awesome. The impressions are also more crisp than some of the cheaper brands that can be really thick. But don't let my personal preferences deter you from grabbing a cheaper stamp, If the you like it and it suits your taste or them then snap that baby up!

Hero Arts
Stampin Up
Inkadinkadoo

ebay

Some scrapbook companies have some awesome stamps too. I like the Fancy Pants range, Basic Grey, Teresa Colins. I pretty much love them all and will always find a funky design to suit my needs. You can see a bunch of Rubber Stamps from the 2peas store.

Teresa Collins - Friendship Scroll Stamp from Scrapbook.com

Check out some cheap rubber stamp bargains on EBAY

invitation stamp -Inkadinkadoo

Sep 23, How to make 10th Wedding Anniversary Invitations

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:29:38 GMT

How to make 10th Wedding Anniversary Invitations

Colin and Eliza made these very cool 10th Wedding Anniversary Invitations. They made them with Photoshop and used film strip images free from the internet - God bless Google!

Sep 21, Bridal or Engagement Party Invitations with Bling

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:24:29 GMT

I love, love, love these hand made invitations. Perfect for a bridal shower and especially an engagement party I reckon. A little bling accent on the front of the invitation really sets the theme. You can make bridal shower invitation just like this one with our sweet little tutorial by Candace.

Sep 18, Making an invitation for a 1st Birthday Party

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:51:48 GMT

A sweet little homemade first birthday invitation for the little girl turning the big 1! Make never to be forgotten birthday invites for this never to be forgotten milestone celebration.

Sep 17, Lingerie Party Invitations

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:38:24 GMT

The lingerie shower invitations tutorial section has been recently updated with wording for your invites and we've also added these fun lingerie party invitations to shower the bride to be before her wedding. They're made with scrapbook papers and pretty, pretty flowers.

For more lingerie ideas, we also have these vintage lingerie shower invitations.

Sep 15, Petting Zoo Safari Invitations

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:34:57 GMT

I have never been to a birthday party at the zoo. I'm missing out I think...If I did I would love to receive an invite like these zoo safari invitations made with simple brown wrapping paper.

Sep 14, Making Halloween invitations

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 21:20:22 GMT

With Halloween just around the corner be sure to check out our selection of spooky Halloween Invitations. Be sure to get your invites ready well ahead of time with these fab ideas.

Halloween party invitations

Halloween Birthday Invitations

Coffin Halloween Invites

We also have some free printable Halloween invitations to if you're in a fix.

Sep 11, Home made wedding invitations with ribbon

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 04:09:04 GMT

Homemade wedding invitations accented with ribbon which I reckon is hands down the best value for money embellishment that you will find to dress up your invites on the cheap. Browse the site for more creative ribbon ideas.

Home made Wedding Invitations

Sep 4, Candy Invitations

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 21:46:28 GMT

Sweet like candy. These bright and colorful Candy Invitations were just what Shanah needed for her daughters birthday party. Read on to make you own gumball filled invitations to set the theme for a great celebration.

Sep 2, Moo Thank You Cards

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 04:39:27 GMT

Have you heard of Moo Cards? They are only the coolest little things that you can get through flickr.com using your very own photos. Check out these adorable moo thank you cards that Jon made for their wedding thankyou notes.

Aren't they the sweetest! Each one is different picture taken on their wedding day and on the back is a little note to say thanks.

Aug 31, Gardin Party Invitations

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:06:55 GMT

Lovely Garden Party Invitations made by Jennifer Patterson. Jennifer shares how she created these invites with patterned papers and scrapbooking embellishments that you can find at your local department store. Be the envy of your ladies club.

Aug 28, Homemade Pirate Party Invitations

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 06:18:27 GMT

Arrrrghhh! Come on me Hearty's and take a look at these here Pirate Birthday Party invitations. We have three homemade invitations to share plus a few tips and tricks to make them.

Maps in bottles, stamped invitations and aging techniques... Check em out today.

Aug 24, Invites for breakfast.

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 03:19:19 GMT

Katie Inglis wows us again with her pancake breakfast invitations. Made again using photoshop and some nifty techniques she was able to produce this sweet invite.

Aug 19, Make Your Own Fiesta Invitations

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 08:50:29 GMT

Make your own Invitations for a mexican Fiesta Party. This hand drawn invitation is a sweet little design. Read more about it here

Jul 30, Make Name Day Invitations

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:51:32 GMT

Take a gander at Idas Tutorial to make these fabulous homemade Name Day Invitations. She shares her step by step directions to create unique one of a kind invites that your guest will enjoy. If you have left over paper and card stock you can also try the name place cards embellished with the cutest flowers.

Jun 11, Polaroid Save the Dates and Invitations

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:01:08 GMT

Homemade Polaroid Invitations are a fantastic idea and quick and easy to make. Take a look at these super cool Polaroid Save the Date cards that Jennifer made. They are a magnet that your guests can stick to the fridge.

Polaroid Save the Date

There are tons of free resources that will help you to achieve the faux polaroid look. Coolestbrushes.com have some great free polaroid brushes for Adobe Photoshop

May 28, Homemade Save the Date Announcements

Thu, 28 May 2009 00:07:13 GMT

The cutest homemade save the date announcements. Kevin Lucius shares the DIY save the date cards that he made for his and his wife's wedding.
With a bit of photoshop magic and some photos of the two of them as kids he was able to produce this cute postcard. Find out more about how he made them.

Save the Date Announcements

May 22, DIY Fabric Invitations

Fri, 22 May 2009 01:01:10 GMT

Check out these funky fabric wedding invitations. Looks like fabric is becoming a popular trend with the DIY brides.

fabric invitations

If you have some homemade fabric invites to share, whether they are for a wedding, birthday or shower be sure to let us know!

May 18, Making Superheroes Invitations

Mon, 18 May 2009 04:27:01 GMT

Super cool super hero invitations for the birthday boy who loves to party with Superman, Spiderman, Catwoman, Ben 10, The Incredible Hulk and the rest of the Superhero crew.

Made with Adobe Photoshop, some free brushes and a whole heap of patience, these invitations were a hit for our newhews 5th birthday. Printed on to photo paper and laminated with a chep laminating machine purchase from Audi's supermarket we were able to keep the costs down and the coolness factor up!

Check out how we made these superhero invitations.

May 15, DIY Corset Invitations

Fri, 15 May 2009 06:36:49 GMT

Make your own Corset Invitations that lace up the front just like the real thing. Card, a hole punch and coordinating satin ribbon are your basic ingredients to create these fabulous DIY invites. They are perfect for Bridal showers and bachelorette parties, Birthday invitations and lingerie party plan invitations.

Sexy Corset Invitations

Brandy shows us her Bachelorette Invitations and we include a step by step tutorial for you to follow to put together your own Invitations. Take a look through the rest of our bridal shower invitation gallery for more great homemade invitation ideas.