Wedding Invitatation RSVP Cards.
by
Kevin Stith
When it
comes to response/RSVP cards, the goal is to get a
response. Whether selecting a card with a
self-addressed, either by hand or computer printed
labels, and pre-stamped envelope or an economic post
card with your address on one side and the guest
response on the other, do what works best for you.
You can
personalize the response with a handwritten note or
print it with standard or customized wording. A
helpful hint for keeping the RSVP process on track and
organized is to lightly number each card on the back
and correspond it with a numbered guest list.
It is
customary for the response cards to go to the host of
the wedding, but the bride can request they remain
sealed until the responses can be opened together.
The
response card can be addressed to you as long as the
address of the host appears on the back of the main
envelope to indicate they formally sent the wedding
invitation.
The
caterer insists on a final guest count about a week
before the wedding, so dont be shy about calling those
who havent sent in their RSVP by the set date.
Often
close friends and family members assume you know
theyre coming and they fail to even return the first
phone call. Let a parent or your fiancé make the
second call to communicate how sorry they are the
guest will be unable to attend and how they hope to
see them at another gathering soon. This usually
brings forth a quick response from even the most
dedicated procrastinator.
Creative wording for your wedding invitations is all
about expressing yourself creatively and wedding
invitation etiquette is a guide to expressing yourself
appropriately.
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Creative Wedding Cards.
by
Declan Tobin
You
invitation is a reflection on the type of wedding its
going to be weather it be formal, informal or themed
this will be transparent in the invitation. The
invitation is the only essential stationary required
everything else is optional.
Save
the date
This
card is sent several months in advance to guests that
have a long distance to travel, it is simple courtesy
to let them know your plans so they can start making
their own. These cards only need the Bride and Grooms
names and the date and location of the wedding. It’s a
good idea to include “Invitation to follow” so they
don’t keep calling for the details that are not
available yet like reception location and time.
The
Invitation
As
before these will reflect the type of wedding to come
so chose the style accordingly. Most people spend
between 1-2% of the budget on the stationary. When
ordering your stationary remember to include 10 extra
to provide for mistakes and late invites. This will be
cheaper than having to reorder a new batch. It a good
idea to let another person check the invites before
they go out to make sure all is in order and spelled
correctly. The invitation will include the names of
the hosts; the brides name the grooms name, the
ceremony location, date and time, the reception
location and the RSVP address. If children are being
invited include on the invitation if not leave out.
Reply
Card
The
reply card is an optional but efficient way of getting
the guest list finalized. You can also include a menu
option so that guest with dietary needs can be catered
for. Don’t for get the stamp so that guest can reply
promptly.
Wedding
Service Programme
Similar
to mass booklets but contain more information. They
may include the whole wording of the ceremony, which
will provide for a lovely memento of the day
especially if the couple has written their own vows.
This also offers the scope to mention deceased loved
ones or to give a little background on the wedding
party or to explain any unfamiliar rites. You can even
go further by including poems, photos etc.
Place
Cards
These
are traditionally small cards engraved with guests
name and each seating place. Now more couples are
finding creative ways to replace these. One option is
to carve the names into small pebbles or stones and
offer to guests as a memento you imagination is the
limit with this so don’t be afraid to let it run riot.
Thank
you cards
These
are absolutely essential to thank each guest for his
or her attendants and gifts you received. You can opt
to match these to the invitation cards or pick up a
pack of pre-printed cards from your local card shop.
Take time to write a hand written note to each on the
card to each guest as it is only courtesy and will be
remembered.
Special
Touches
Besides
the choices of text, type, paper and design there are
lots of ways to personalize and add that special touch
to your cards. Trimmings can range from feathers to
pearls, shells flowers or ribbons each design can be
unique. Another option can be the original watercolor
of the church where the ceremony is taking place or
the coat of arms of the bride and grooms family
branded on the invitation. Photogenic designs and
laser cut monograms of the couple’s initials on the
front of the card is a hot new trend.
Information packs
In
addition to the invitation itself you can include
directions to the church and reception, local tourist
attractions for distant relatives and even details of
the wedding list. Such details will be appreciated by
the out of town wedding guests who will be unfamiliar
with the place your getting married and be interested
in favorite bars, restaurants and tourist attractions
if any.
DIY
Stationary
One way
to save money and add that personal touch to the
stationary is to make your own. This is more popular
than ever and there is an abundant choice of card
paper and trinkets to choose from including high
quality hand made and floral paper. You can add
organza ribbon, feathers, shells the options are
limitless all you will need is a printer to add the
script or why not try your hand at some DIY
calligraphy to add a definite personalized touch.
Although this method of creating your own stationary
takes time it can be highly rewarding.
Declan
Tobin is a successful freelance writer providing
advice on purchasing a variety of Wedding Dresses
which includes Wedding gowns, Designer wedding gowns,
and more! His numerous articles provide a wonderfully
researched resource of interesting and relevant
information for all of your wedding interests.
http://www.no1-in-wedding-dresses.com
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