Lyla Dejesus
Wedding newspapers are a unique and creative way to share your love story and celebrate your big day. From save-the-dates to orders of service, they are a fun alternative to traditional wedding stationery. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of creating your own wedding newspaper, covering everything from content ideas to design tips and printing options. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or prefer to work with a professional designer, the result will be a memorable keepsake for you and your guests.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Save the dates, invitations, orders of service, thank you notes, announcements, programs, keepsakes |
| Content | Welcome note, photos, schedule/itinerary, directions, engagement/love story, wedding party introductions, menus, maps, interviews, playlists, games, packing lists, behind-the-scenes details, venue history, relationship timeline, travel/location information, tradition explanations, guest maps, puzzles |
| Format | Mini, tabloid, broadsheet |
| Design | Custom, template, professional |
| Software | Canva, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Scribus |
| Printing | Newspaper Club, MakeMyNewspaper, Creative Union Design, PrintNewspaper |
What You'll Learn
Front-page welcome note
A wedding newspaper is a fun and creative way to share your love story and set the tone for your celebration. Here are some ideas for a front-page welcome note:
Welcome to Our Special Day
We are thrilled to have you here today to celebrate our love and commitment to each other. It means the world to us that you have joined us, and we are excited to share this joyful occasion with you. We are forever grateful for the love and support of our family and friends, and we hope you enjoy this celebration as much as we will.
Our Hearts Are Full
As we join hands in marriage, we want to express our deepest gratitude to all of you for being a part of this journey with us. Your presence here today fills our hearts with joy and love. We are honoured to be surrounded by so many wonderful people, and we hope that today will be a memorable and happy day for everyone.
A Warm Welcome
Welcome, dear family and friends, to the happiest day of our lives! We are so glad you could join us at this beautiful venue to witness our union. We are excited to share this moment with each and every one of you, and we hope you feel the love that has gone into planning this celebration. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being here.
Together at Last
Today, we come together to celebrate our love and commitment to each other, and we are overjoyed to be surrounded by our loved ones. To our family and friends, thank you for your endless support and encouragement. We are forever grateful for the role you have played in our lives, and we hope you will enjoy this day as much as we will. Let the celebrations begin!
Our Wedding Day
Welcome to our wedding! We are so happy to have you here with us today. As we exchange our vows and celebrate our union, we want to take a moment to thank you all for your love and support. This day would not be possible without each and every one of you, and we are truly blessed to be surrounded by such amazing people. Let us raise a glass to love, laughter, and happily ever after!
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Order of the day
The wedding day is finally here! We are thrilled to be celebrating with you and are so grateful for your presence. We've planned a day full of fun, love, and celebration, and we can't wait to share it with you.
Ceremony
The ceremony will take place at [location] starting at [time]. Please arrive early to find your seats and enjoy the pre-ceremony music. The ceremony will include [details of ceremony, including any readings, songs, or traditions].
Cocktail Hour
Following the ceremony, we invite you to join us for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in [location]. This will be a great opportunity to mix and mingle, and we encourage you to take this time to explore the beautiful venue and all it has to offer.
Wedding Breakfast
The wedding breakfast will be held in [location] at [time]. We will be serving a delicious meal, including [menu details]. During the meal, we will hear from [speakers] who will share their words of wisdom and well-wishes for the happy couple.
Evening Reception
As the sun sets, we'll transition into the evening reception, which will be held in [location] starting at [time]. There will be music, dancing, and plenty of fun! We'll also be cutting the cake and enjoying some late-night snacks.
Late Night
And finally, for those who want to keep the party going, we'll be moving to [location] for some late-night fun. Join us for drinks, dancing, and a night to remember!
We hope you enjoy the day as much as we will, and don't forget to pick up your wedding newspaper on the way in, which includes a fun crossword puzzle and other surprises!
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Your love story/relationship milestones
How We Met
We first met in [year] at [place]. It was [season] and [describe the setting]. I [describe what one person was doing] and [name of other person] was [describe what the other person was doing]. We [describe the circumstances that led to your meeting]. It was [adjective] and we [action] and then we [action].
Our First Date
For our first date, we [describe the date]. We [action] and [action] and then we [action]. I [thoughts/feelings at the time].
Our Firsts
Our first [kiss/holiday/road trip/argument] was in [year] when we [describe the circumstances]. It was [adjective] and [adjective] and it made us realise we wanted to [future plans/emotions/thoughts about each other].
Our Milestones
- [Date] – We met
- [Date] – We had our first date
- [Date] – We [milestone e.g. moved in together]
- [Date] – We got engaged
- [Date] – We got married!
Our Proposal
The proposal happened on [date] in [place]. [Name] had planned a [type of proposal e.g. romantic dinner/scavenger hunt/flash mob]. I was [thoughts/feelings at the time] and then when they [details of proposal] I was [thoughts/feelings]. I couldn't wait to tell everyone the good news!
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Travel/location information
If you're having a destination wedding or wedding events over a weekend, it's a good idea to include travel and location information in your wedding newspaper. This can include details of any additional events, such as a day-after-the-wedding brunch or BBQ. You could also include a map of the local area, highlighting nearby attractions, restaurants, and coffee shops.
For guests who are travelling, you could include a packing list, and for those who are driving, a playlist for the journey.
If your wedding venue has any historical significance, you could include a brief history of the location, or explain why you chose it.
If you're getting married abroad, you could include the weather forecast for the wedding day, and any other relevant information about the location.
You could also include details of local accommodation options, and transport to and from the venue. This will ensure your guests have all the information they need to get to your wedding with ease.
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Frequently asked questions
Canva is a good option for those without design experience as it is user-friendly and accessible. For those with specific needs or requirements, Adobe InDesign is a robust and complex professional design software that gives you complete control over layout and typography.
The tabloid size is the smaller format, with concise articles, a prominent role for images, and simple, direct language. This format is perfect for capturing the joyful essence of the event. The broadsheet size is larger and associated with a more formal tone or artistic projects. Articles are generally longer, allowing for more elaborate narratives.
This is entirely up to you, but some ideas include a welcome note, details of the wedding party, an order of the day, your love story or relationship milestones, interviews with the wedding party, details from the ceremony, a crossword or word search, travel/location information, photos of the couple, and explanations of any traditions.
First, list keywords related to your relationship and wedding, such as important locations, dates, or inside jokes. Then, use an online crossword generator like www.CROSSWORDLABS.com to design your grid. Export the grid as an image and add it to your newspaper, and consider including the answer grid on another page.
You can distribute your newspapers via post, or if you have local guests, you could hand-deliver them rolled up with a ribbon. If your newspaper includes the order of service, you can give them to guests as they arrive for the ceremony, or you can put them on a table at the reception venue for guests to pick up.
