Don't Panic Design

Whether planning a simple wedding, or an elaborate one, one thing remains the same: it's not easy.  There are tons of things you won't consider until you are in the middle of it, and as many are frustrating as they are fun. If you are going the DIY route, you want to have a hand in the design and execution of your wedding.  Choosing or designing your invitation is a fun way to exercise creativity in your planning, and set the stage for your reception decor.  It is also one of the first ways you share your style with your guests. While it can be very fun, it can also be overwhelming: where to start? A couple weeks ago, Andrea reached out about a design in my shop . She loved elements already included in the design, and even the colors were close. But she had designed a wedding logo, and wanted to know if I could, or would, include it on the design. I never mind adjusted designs to make it work - whether it's color, wording, or adding a special touch, so I ...

The anatomy of any invitation is usually the same, and this will hold true for your Rehearsal Dinner invitations. The main difference is that you may include 2 sets of times and locations. Remember that you can have a theme for your dinner, and it doesn't need to match the wedding. It can formal or casual - see Rehearsal Dinner Basics for some tips and easy theme ideas to throw a great party. When drafting the wording for your invitation, be sure to include: • THE HOSTS' NAMES A wedding rehearsal dinner is usually hosted by the groom’s parents, but it doesn’t have to be. • THE COUPLE'S NAMES Of course! Use first and last names for more formal invitations, use first names only for a very small, intimate party, or us the phrase “the soon to be INSERT NAME HERE” if the happy couple are sharing a name after their marriage. • THE DATE It is customary to spell out the day, month and year for formal dinners, but for more casual parties, using the numerals is fi...