DIY

DIY: VELLUM invitations

text and photos by LINDSAY PACE

Whether you consider yourself crafty or not, you can make stunning invitations. The key is to layer different types of paper to create depth and visual interest.

We printed these invitations in two phases: First, a bold, floral design on thick, linen cardstock; Second, thin, printable vellum topped with invitation details. We used a pearl brad to secure the two for professional-grade invitations.

Materials:

Microsoft Word, InDesign or Canva A floral pattern* An invitation design* Linen cardstock, 80lb. Printable vellum paper A printer A paper cutter Pearl brads

Directions:

1. Choose the size of your invitation. In an editing software, create two templates that correspond to the size (one template for cardstock, one for vellum). Ensure you select crop marks in your printer’s dialog box, and print true-to-size. 2. Place a floral design onto the cardstock template. We recommend choosing a design that corresponds with your wedding colors. For an elegant touch, use the design as a border. 3. Type your wedding details into your vellum template. For a polished invitation, pair serif fonts with calligraphic fonts. Print your invitation details onto vellum. 4. Using a paper cutter, trim the invitations at the crop marks. Layer the vellum on top of the cardstock. Pin together at the top with a pearl

*If you’re not a design wizard, no worries! Plenty of websites offer invitation templates, some only a few dollars a piece. We recommend browsing Etsy or Templett for inspiration. M