Creating Delicate Lace Wedding Invitations: A Diy Guide

Lace wedding invitations are a popular choice for couples as lace is timeless, beautiful, and elegant. You can make your own lace wedding invitations with a few simple steps. You will need to gather the necessary materials, such as lace paper, cards, envelopes, and adhesive pearls. Then, print your wedding invitation wording on paper and cut it down to size. Assemble the invitation suite by gluing the paper, card, and lace components together, adding any desired embellishments like pearls. Finally, tuck your invitation suite into the pocket, secure it with lace or a ribbon, and slide it into your mailing envelope.

How to make lace laser-cut wedding invitations

Lace gives wedding invitations a timeless, elegant, and classic look. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make lace laser-cut wedding invitations.

Materials

• Invitation card
• RSVP card
• Inserts with wedding information
• RSVP envelope
• Mailing envelope
• Lace laser-cut design
• Pocket
• Belly band, lace, or ribbon
• Glue
• Paper trimmer
• Tape runner or double-sided tape
• Scissors
• Mini mounting pads or foam pads
• Self-adhesive pearls
• Cardstock

Assembly

• Edit a free wedding invitation template with your wedding information and download it.
• Print the template on blank cardstock or pre-cut inserts, or order printing from a website.
• Slide your invitation card under the lace laser-cut design.
• Flip over the card and put a thin line of glue around the edge of the slide-in card, being careful to avoid getting glue on the invitation card itself.
• Centre the card on the middle panel of your pocket and press down to secure.
• Tuck your RSVP card under your pre-addressed and stamped RSVP envelope, and stack your inserts before tucking them into the pocket on the right.
• Fold up your pocket, and secure it with a belly band, lace, or ribbon.
• Slide the whole thing into your mailing envelope.
• Address and stamp your mailing envelope.

Additional Tips

• You can change the colour of any of the pieces to suit your wedding colours.
• For a secure seal on your envelopes, use an envelope moistener with adhesive.

DIY lace pocket wedding invitations

Materials:

• 1/4 sheet of Luxury Lace paper in pearlised ivory
• 1 x booklet pocket invitation in pearlised ivory
• 1 1/2 sheets of pearlised ivory card
• 1 1/2 sheets of pearlised ivory paper
• 3 1/2 rows of 4mm self-adhesive pearl rows
• 4 rows of 2mm self-adhesive pearl rows
• Paper Trimmer Tape Runner or Double-Sided Tape
• Mini mounting pads or foam pads
• Scissors
• Ruler
• Craft knife
• Bone folder
• Adhesive glue runner, double-sided tape, or quick-dry adhesive

Step 1:

Print your chosen template onto 11 x 17 cardstock. If you are not using a die-cutting machine, print the PDF template and cut using a ruler and craft knife. Use the first cut as a pattern for the rest of your paper.

Step 2:

Score the edges that will be folded. You can use a bone folder and ruler or another tool with a pointed, blunt edge.

Step 3:

Fold over the score marks and smooth out the folds with a bone folder or a flat edge, such as a ruler.

Step 4:

Create the pockets by applying adhesive to the underside of the pocket tabs. Fold them over and press the pocket to the inside of the paper.

Step 5:

Print your wording onto the pearlised ivory paper and cut it down to size. The finished sizes should be:

• Front Tag: 4cm x 4cm
• Invitation Panel: 10cm x 10cm
• Guest Information: 13.5cm x 13.5cm
• RSVP: 6.5cm high x 9cm wide

Step 6:

Cut a 13.5cm x 13.5cm sheet of Luxury Lace Paper. Stick it to the front of your pocket, ensuring even borders.

Step 7:

Add a row of 4mm self-adhesive pearls to the edge of the lace paper. Cut off any excess at the end and repeat on the joining side. Continue until you have bordered the entire lace paper.

Step 8:

Follow the remaining steps from your chosen template, assembling the invitation suite.

Your DIY lace pocket wedding invitations are now complete! This project is a labour of love but will result in beautiful, unique invitations for your special day.

Using lace-embossed paper

Lace-embossed paper is a beautiful way to create elegant and luxurious DIY wedding invitations. The paper itself is a stunning starting point, and with a few simple additions, you can create something truly special.

Materials:

• Luxury Lace paper in pearlised ivory
• Booklet pocket invitation in pearlised ivory
• Pearlised ivory card
• Pearlised ivory paper
• Self-adhesive pearls in 4mm and 2mm sizes
• Paper trimmer, tape runner, or double-sided tape
• Mini mounting pads or foam pads
• Scissors

Steps:

Firstly, print your chosen wording onto the pearlised ivory paper and cut it down to size. The finished sizes should be:

• Front Tag: 4cm x 4cm
• Invitation Panel: 10cm x 10cm
• Guest Information: 13.5cm x 13.5cm
• RSVP: 6.5cm high x 9cm wide

Next, cut a sheet of the luxury lace paper to 13.5cm x 13.5cm. Stick this to the front of your pocket invitation, ensuring the borders are even.

Now, it's time to add some sparkle! Starting at one corner of the lace paper, press a row of the 4mm self-adhesive pearls along the edge. When you reach the end, simply cut off any excess, and start again on the next side. Repeat this process until you have a border of pearls all the way around the lace paper.

For the next step, cut a piece of the pearlised ivory card to 4.5cm x 4.5cm. Stick your front tag on top. Then, add another row of pearls, this time using the 2mm size, around the edge of the panel.

Using mini mounting pads or foam pads, stick the front tag to the centre of your card, ensuring it is positioned centrally on top of the lace paper.

Cut another piece of the luxury lace paper to 14cm x 14cm. Open up your card and stick this paper to the inside panel.

Cut a piece of pearlised ivory paper to 10.5cm x 10.5cm. Stick your invitation panel on top of this.

Add another row of the 2mm self-adhesive pearls around the edge of this panel, using the same technique as before.

Finally, use mini mounting pads to stick the invitation panel in place on top of the lace paper.

Your luxurious, lace-embossed wedding invitation is now complete! This design is sure to impress your guests and is a beautiful way to set the tone for your special day.

Assembly tips for DIY lace invitations

Materials

Before you begin assembling your DIY lace wedding invitations, ensure you have all the materials you need. These may include:

• Lace paper
• Cardstock or card
• Envelopes
• Inserts or RSVP cards
• Glue or double-sided tape
• Belly band, lace, or ribbon
• Any desired embellishments, such as pearls or stickers

Printing and Cutting

If you are printing your invitations, ensure that your wording is printed on paper that complements your colour scheme. Cut the paper down to size, ensuring that the text is legible and that the paper fits within your chosen card or pocket invitation.

Assembling the Invitation

Start by sliding your invitation card under the lace laser-cut design. If using a pocket invitation, you may wish to attach a piece of lace paper to the front, ensuring the borders are even.

Next, attach any embellishments, such as pearls or stickers, to the invitation. Use a thin line of glue or double-sided tape around the edge of the slide-in card, being careful not to get any adhesive on the invitation card itself. This will allow your guests to easily slide out the invitation to read the printed information.

Assembling the Envelope

Tuck your RSVP card under your pre-addressed and stamped RSVP envelope. Stack any inserts and tuck them into the pocket on the right. Fold up your pocket and secure it with a belly band, lace, or ribbon. Finally, slide the assembled invitation into your mailing envelope. Ensure your mailing envelope is addressed and stamped before inserting your invitation.

Final Checks

Once your invitations are assembled, double-check that all the components are securely attached and that the envelopes are sealed. Your DIY lace wedding invitations are now ready to be sent out to your guests!

Choosing colours for your lace invitations

When choosing colours for your DIY lace wedding invitations, there are a few things to consider. Firstly, the colours you choose should tie in with your wedding narrative and evoke the mood you want for your special day. For instance, if you're going for a rustic theme, you might want to opt for earthy browns and creamy hues. If your wedding has a vintage theme, washed-out tones and vintage-inspired colours like dusty rose might be more suitable.

Secondly, you'll want to think about the impression you want to leave on your guests. Colours play a huge role in the overall impression your wedding invitation will give. For instance, if you want to communicate sophistication and elegance, colours like navy, powder blue, and silver might be a good choice. If you want to convey a more romantic and playful vibe, consider colours like lavender, pink, or red.

Thirdly, you should also take into account the legibility of your invitations. While there are no rules saying you can't use any colours you like, certain colours are traditional and lend themselves better to a romantic feel. Ivory, for example, is an understated classic that is softer and more nuanced than plain white. Beige is another good option, as it is relaxing and warmer than stark white. If you want your text to stand out, black is always a good choice as it goes with almost any colour and is highly legible.

Finally, don't be afraid to get creative and experiment with different colour combinations. You can use online tools like Canva to play around with different colour palettes and see which ones resonate with you. Remember, your wedding invitations are a reflection of your personal style and should be unique to you.

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