For pure romance, we used the heavyweight Merlot wine background card and white overlay wrapped with delicate unryu and white satin belly bands to create these romantic wedding invitations (98¢ each with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com). The overlay was printed with vintage clip art ($14 for a book and cd of 556 holiday images, also from Formal-Invitations.com) which can also be used throughout the event on menu cards, place cards and programs …the monogram letter inside the heart was added for a modern look.
We also like these favor boxes from MyWeddingReceptionIdeas.com to match your burgundy or merlot wine wedding colors. Each 2 x 2 box features a clear, heart shaped window, making them ideal for displaying colored treats that will accent the place settings at your guest tables. Tie a piece of ribbon around each box for additional color and contrast.
These stunning black and white wedding invitations were inspired by the modern and romantic Chanel fashions. We used the Jet black heavyweight card and crisp white overlay wrapped with a floral lace wrap layered with black grosgrain ribbon for a luxe, sophisticated look that is surprisingly affordable ($1.18 each with envelope, from Formal-Invitations.com).
Frost Blue Wedding Invitations with Matilija Poppy Sash 98¢
Brides magazine featured a shimmery palette of frosty hues and we used the inspiration to create these cool ice blue wedding invitations. The heavyweight Frost background card and white overlay were wrapped with the Matilija fine paper sash imprinted with metallic white poppies. This fabulous invite was a great value at only 98¢ each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
Metallic Gold Invitations with Gold Mini Brad 66¢
These shimmering gold holiday invitations were created using the heavyweight Metallic Gold background and white overlay attached with a mini gold brad from Formal-Invitations.com (66¢ with envelope). The overlay was printed with vintage clip art of a holiday candle for an elegant look ($14 also from Formal-Invitations for a book of 556 holiday images with cd).
We love these beautiful tapers from Bluecorn Naturals, made from 100% pure beeswax and cotton wicks. Scented by honey and colored by pollen, the raw candles are beeswax in its purest form.
Onyx Black Wedding Invitations with Unryu Sash and Red Velvet Bands $1.18
Red and black make a stylish statement this holiday season, as shown in Bride’s magazine. We love the modern lines and stripes and used the pattern to create these stunning black wedding invitations. The heavyweight Onyx background card and snow white overlay were wrapped with a delicate unryu sash and rich, red velvet ribbon for a luxurious effect. Even though they look expensive, they were only $1.18 each, with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com. The overlay was printed with vintage clip art, also available from Formal-Invitations.com ($14 for a book of 1517 images with cd for easy placement). The artwork can be printed on favors, place cards, menu and programs for a cohesive look throughout your event.
Silk wedding invitations with Snowflake Brad and Satin Bow $1.10
These gorgeous winter wedding invitations feature a heavyweight cotton card embedded with silky fibers layered with translucent vellum and adorned with a silver snowflake brad and satin bow. Perfect for a holiday or winter special event, these dimensional invitations from Formal-Invitations.com will stand out from the typical flat card. They are also perfect for your wallet at only $1.10 each, including envelope …and for the earth, as they are made from 100% recycled cotton.
Add a touch of winter magic to your wedding or party with silver wire snowflake place card holders from MyWeddingReceptionIdeas.com. These snowflake wedding favors will do double-duty at your wedding reception or party as place card holders and a keepsake favor to take home to hold photos, or notes every winter holiday season.
Onyx black wedding invitations with Red Plaid Wrap $1.02
Glamour magazine‘s top looks for the year included red-hot plaid. We used this chic trend to create these cozy holiday invitations using the heavyweight Onyx black background card and white overlay embellished with a tartan plaid fabric wrap. The overlay was printed with vintage holiday clip art for a cool, retro look available from Formal-Invitations.com ($14 for a book and cd of 556 images). These invitations were also an easy $1.02 each, including envelope from Formal-Invitations.com.
We created these chic red wedding invitations using the heavyweight Scarlet background card and crisp white overlay, wrapped with the chocolate brown Cosmos sash. This fine paper sash features a cool design in red, greens, white and metallic silver. The price was also a cool 98¢ each, with envelope from Formal-Invitations.com. These invitations and chocolate bar favors from Dagoba Organic Chocolate would be perfect for a winter event. The Beaucoup Berries bar is made with pure vanilla, dried cranberries and cherries blended with dark chocolate creating an antioxidant rich sweet-tart flavor exploration.
