Each year, we hold an Invitation Design Contest and invite our customers to submit their favorite designs. We’re always amazed by the beautiful work of DIY brides and professional designers alike! This year we received more entries than […]
My DIY Story: Peach & Mint Floral Wedding Invitation
— Adrianna — Our venue is the gorgeous Christmas House Inn in Rancho Cucamonga, a historic home built in 1904. We are getting married in March and I wanted our invitations to reflect the charming, romantic […]
My DIY Story: Rustic Straw Kraft Wedding Invitation
Photo by Tina Elizabeth Photography As a graphic designer, I knew I wanted to design my own wedding invitations and stationery to match the modern rustic theme of our wedding. I fell in love […]
5 Creative Save the Date Ideas
Save the Dates are so helpful and important for your wedding guests, as well as a big beginning step in planning your wedding.? When you hear “save the dates,” the first thing that comes to mind is probably […]
Lace Laser-Cut Wedding Invitation
Lace will never go out of style. It’s beautiful and timeless, and gives your wedding invitations a classic, elegant look. This suite uses one of our free wedding invitation templates, with three inserts included that you […]
DIY Layered Vellum Save the Date Cards
Congratulations, you’re engaged! ? After making the big decision of when and where you’ll be tying the knot, the next step is to send out Save the Dates to your wedding guests! You should let your guests […]
How to DIY Envelope Liners for Your Wedding Invitations
Envelope liners are such a pretty trend that will really dress up your DIY wedding invitations. They’re a great way to add elegance, color, or something fun and custom to your invitation suite. And although […]
My DIY Story: Elegant Black & Red Pocket Invitation
— Loren — We knew almost immediately that we wanted to incorporate black and red into our wedding as it’s a favorite combination for both the groom and myself. I had searched all over the internet […]
My DIY Story: Mountain Wedding Pocket Invitation
— Kelsey — I’ve been a professional web and graphic designer for 10 years now and it is truly my passion. The minute I was engaged, I was already eager to get back home so I […]
Nautical “Ocean Waves” DIY Pocket Invitation
If you’re getting married by the deep blue sea or planning a nautical wedding, this invitation recipe is for you. We used a combination of cool blues and rustic Straw Kraft, along with wave and whale motif […]
4 Ways to DIY Elegant Vellum Wedding Invitations
Vellum is making a comeback! Using this semi-transparent paper will give your DIY wedding invitations a beautifully light and airy look. It’s budget friendly and easy to print on with most home printers. Pair vellum with additional paper […]
My DIY Story: Geometric Black & Gold Foil Pocket Invitation
— Alex — Our wedding theme is black and gold. I drew inspiration from geometric gold terrariums that we are using for our centerpieces. A7 Signature Pocket in Ultra Black “Diamonds” Laser Cut Slide-in Card in […]
4 Ways to DIY Rustic Wedding Invitations with Wood Paper
If you’re planning an elegant-rustic affair and have been searching Pinterest boards day and night for the perfect rustic wedding invitation, allow us to introduce you to our new real wood paper. (Yes, it’s actually […]
Colorful Fiesta Inspired DIY Wedding Invitation
Cinco de Mayo is almost here, and we’re celebrating the occasion by sharing the recipe for this colorful pocket invitation for a Fiesta themed wedding! Whether you’re aiming to acknowledge your family’s heritage, planning a destination […]
Vintage Flower Tin Laser Cut Wedding Invitation
Our “Flower Tin” invitation suite gets its name because its patterns are reminiscent of a vintage floral tin. This invitation combines bright, poppy colors with intricate laser cut elements and playful floral designs for a suite that’s full […]
How to DIY Laser Wedding Invitations with Slide-in Cards
Laser cut wedding invitations are everywhere right now – you’ll see them on Pinterest, Instagram, and wedding blogs galore. But the designs you see and fall in love with may just be too expensive for your […]
Elegant Dark Blue & Copper Wedding Invitation
If you’re looking for a wedding invitation that’s elegant but affordable, this Dark Blue & Copper suite may be just the thing for you. We used one of our free invitation templates and dressed it up with a […]
Do I Need Double Envelopes for my Wedding Invitations?
Working on your wedding invitations? You probably have a couple (…okay, maybe a lot) of questions on your mind about invitation etiquette and what’s necessary. What are the “must haves” and what can you leave […]
Modern Banner Wedding Invitation – 2017 LOUIE Awards Finalist
Cards and Pockets is excited and honored to be a finalist in the 2017 LOUIE Awards! The LOUIE Awards is a program created by the Greeting Card Association in 1988 to celebrate the best cards […]
Flower Bouquet Laser Pocket Invitation – 2017 LOUIE Awards Finalist
Cards and Pockets is excited and honored to be a finalist in the 2017 LOUIE Awards! The LOUIE Awards is a program created by the Greeting Card Association in 1988 to celebrate the best cards […]