Holiday Party Invitations

Loving these holiday party invitations, what do you think?

All invitations are by Hello Tenfold

Will You Be My Bridesmaid?

There's a new stationary trend popping up that we wish we could have used when we were getting married. Will You Be My Bridesmaid cards are all the rage these days. Check out some of our favourites below.


By Camis Paperie

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A Story Book Beginning

We're always on the lookout for creative wedding ideas and we love the idea of fairytale weddings. If you're looking for the perfect way to shout your love story from the rooftop, check out these storybook wedding invitations featured on The Hungry Workshop.

Images from The Hungry Workshop

Spring Is In The Air: Free Printables

It's hard to believe it's Spring with this wacky Ontario weather however, we refuse to give up on our favourite season. So, we're sending you all warm thoughts (literally) and a cute printable party pack we've just stumbled upon. OK, so it's not like this will make the weather nicer or warmer, but this free printable is pretty cute and did we mention it's free? That's got to take your mind off the weather . . . no?

This book-themed baby shower printable party pack was designed by Rifle Paper Co (for the May 2011 issue of Martha Stewart Living Magazine) and include baby shower invitations, bookplates, and a cute little bookmark.

Not hosting a baby shower anytime soon? You can use the bookplate and bookmark to accompany your favourite childhood classic or, use them as a prize for the Easter Egg Hunt you're hosting this weekend. The kids will love it!

Find the free printables here.

{Photo Source: Rifle Paper Co.}

{Promo} Free Thank You Cards From Jack and Jill Wedding

Jack and Jill Wedding are offering our special readers as set (25) of FREE Thank You cards, when you purchase save the date cards or invitations from their Etsy shop.

Interested in this offer for some fab invitations? Check out some of their designs below or visit them online at Jack and Jill Wedding. To take part in this special offer, email Simply Sophisticated Events and indicate that you're interested in the promo. We'll provide you with instructions on how to start your invitation shopping extravaganza!

Email: simplysophisticatedevents@gmail.com today to take part in this special, limited time offer.
 

Photo Source: Jack and Jill Wedding



Valentine's Day Party Printables From Bird's Party Blog

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, we've been scouring the web trying to find some great party inspiration boards to help you plan the perfect Valentine's Day party. We almost forgot how fun this special day can be for kids. Remember the days when you swapped Valentine cards and candy grams in elementary school?

We stumbled upon this adorable My Sweetheart Valentine's Party Collection (a collection of party printables) from Bird's Party Blog and just had to share them with you.

This collection of printables (that can be purchased on her Etsy shop) include:

• 4 different Valentine's Day prints. Bird suggests using them for cards, party invites, favor bag labels, postcards, party signs or as frame as a Valentine's gift like she did on her blog.
• Mini cards that can be used in a variety of different ways, we love them as place card holders or candy jar labels. 
• Rectangular mini envelopes: 2 designs. 
• Party icons.
• 3 patterned sheets that can be used as snack cones, napkin rings, candy jar wrappers or gift wrap.
• Cupcake toppers: 12 designs.
• Color-in Valentine's card (make a great craft for the kids).



{Photo Source: Bird's Party Blog and BirdCraftShop}



{Photo Source: Bird's Party Blog and BirdCraftShop}

Wordless Wednesday: Free Save the Date Cards

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Save-the-Date Cards: A Must Have?

A save-the-date card is a pre-invitation that officially announces your wedding date. But many brides want to know, are save-the-date cards really necessary?

While save-the-dates are not a wedding must have, it does add a nice touch as it gives your guests a heads up far enough in advance that they can clear their schedule to attend. We like to recommend a save-the-date card for destination weddings, three-day weekend weddings or any event that requires guests to travel. Between all of the hustle and bustle of travel arrangements and work schedules, a save-the-date will help increase guests' chances of attending your special day.

Are you thinking of sending a save-the-date? Here are two things to keep in mind before mailing them out:

• Only send save-the-dates to the people you want to come to your wedding. Once a save-the-date is sent, you can't take back the invitation.
• How far in advance should you send them? We recommend about 6 months before the wedding, to allow guests to make travel arrangements, save money and also to get time off work if needed. While some feel it's best not to send a save-the-date before 6 months, we think sending them up to 12 months in advance is ok if you're planning a destination wedding!

Photo Source: Magic Wand Weddings

Wordless Wednesday: Free DIY Invitations

Photo Source: Pink Avenue Bride

Click here to learn more about these DIY invitations and how to download the template.

Deal of the Week: Fall Sale at Wedding Paper Divas

Wedding Paper Diva's announce their fall sale:

Wordless Wednesday: Cootie Catchers

A throw back to our younger days with a touch of elegance . . .

Photo Credit: www.theknot.com: Amy & Randy: An Outdoor Wedding in Cape Cod, MA