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How Many Invitations Do You Need to Order for Your Wedding?

June 3, 2024 / / 0 Comments

We all know that sorting out a guest list can be one of the trickiest parts of planning a wedding. But once you’ve jumped that hurdle, you can start enjoying the fun stuff like booking your venue. However, when you order the invitations, your stationer will ask you how many you need. It might seem like a no-brainer, but you’d be amazed at how many couples miscalculate and end up with a stack of extras or not nearly enough. So, here are a few pointers to keep in mind.

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Create Your Guest List

First and foremost, you need to finalize your guest list. This will give you a clear idea of how many people you want to invite. Keep in mind that you don’t need one invitation per guest, as many invitations will be for couples, families, or households. Start by listing out each household individually. Going the extra mile to ensure your list is accurate will save you time and stress later.

Related: learn more about special details to include in your wedding invitations here.

Factor in Couples and Families

Once you have your guest list, you probably by default assume that “total number of guests = total number of invitations”. That is not the case unless all of your guests are coming alone. Therefore, separate it into households. For example, if you’re inviting your friend John and his wife, that’s one invitation. If you’re inviting a family of four, that’s still just one invitation. This step will significantly reduce the total number of invitations needed.

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Consider Additional Invitations

It’s smart to order a few extra invitations for many reasons. Mistakes happen when addressing or mailing invitations, and you might remember someone you forgot to add to the list at the last minute. Many couples also like to keep a few pristine copies as keepsakes or for photography. Plus, you might need to send invitations to key vendors like your photographer, planner, or officiant, ensuring they have all the event details and a keepsake from your special day.

Calculate the Total

Once you have your list of households and have accounted for extras, you can calculate the total number of invitations. A good rule of thumb is to order about 10-15% more than your initial count. For instance, if your list includes 100 households, consider ordering around 110-115 invitations to cover all bases. This also allows you to experiment with creative ideas for bridal shower invitations, helping to start the celebration on the right note.

Related: learn more about bridal shower invitation ideas to start the celebration here.

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Design your very own wedding invitation by contacting Forever Friends. We have everything from invitation and envelope embellishments to reception and response cards. Let us fulfill your wishes when it comes to creating a unique and beautiful wedding invitation for your special day.

*Please call Forever Friends for an appointment at (516) 721-2635 or email us at hello@foreverfriendsinvitations.com today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

How to Choose a Welcome Sign that Matches Your Wedding Invitations

December 5, 2023 / / 0 Comments

Your wedding welcome sign serves as a functional piece of decor at your wedding. It will create a more balanced look for your wedding ideas when matched with your wedding stationery. In this month’s blog, we will guide you through the process of choosing a welcome sign that seamlessly matches your wedding invitations.

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Choosing the Right Design

When selecting a wedding welcome sign, it is important to consider the design elements that are consistent with your wedding invitations. Look for common motifs, patterns, or colors that can be replicated on the signage. For example, if your invitations feature delicate floral illustrations, opt for an acrylic sign with similar floral accents. This will create a visual connection between the invitation, the welcome sign, and the wedding theme.

Related: Learn more about how to match your wedding invitations to your wedding theme here.

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Coordinating Colors

When selecting your wedding welcome sign, keep in mind that the color of the sign should fit your wedding stationery color. Start by examining the color palette used in your wedding invitations. Are they soft and romantic pastels, bold and vibrant hues, or elegant and timeless neutrals? Understanding the color scheme will help you create a subtle consistency that ties the wedding sign and wedding invitations together.

Related: Learn more about how to create a cohesive wedding stationery suite here.

Considering the Material and Finishing

Beyond design and color, consider the material and finishing options for your acrylic welcome sign. If you’re our client, we recommend sign material based on the wedding style and the wedding invitations’ feel. For instance, if your invitations have a sleek and modern design, opt for a mirrored acrylic sign. On the other hand, if your invitations include a couple’s photo, a clean and modern photo welcome sign might be the perfect choice.

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Design your very own wedding invitation by contacting Forever Friends. We have everything from invitation and envelope embellishments to reception and response cards. Let us fulfill your wishes when it comes to creating a unique and beautiful wedding invitation for your special day.

*Please call Forever Friends for an appointment at (516) 721-2635 or email us at

hello@foreverfriendsinvitations.com today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

How To Match Your Wedding Invitations to Your Wedding Theme

September 14, 2023 / / 0 Comments

Your wedding day is one of the most important and memorable days of your life. However, between choosing the right venue and finding your perfect dress, preparing the right wedding invitations to match your big-day theme may not seem like a priority. But trust us, it’s crucial to create a cohesive wedding day and stationery suite. It’s important to ensure that every paper detail aligns with your theme, as it brings your wedding style together. In this month’s blog post, we will help you create cohesive and beautiful wedding invitations from start to finish.

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Matching Colors and Fonts

The two primary factors to consider are color schemes and fonts when planning your wedding invitations. Choosing the right color palette is a good starting point as it helps you visualize the aesthetic you want for your special day. For instance, you can think about the types of flowers you want and whether you prefer a lot of greenery, vibrant pops of color, or autumn leaves to create a moody autumn wedding color theme. Then, choose fonts that complement the style of your wedding to create a visually appealing look that will tie your entire event together.

Design Elements and Embellishments

In addition to colors and fonts, consider incorporating design elements and embellishments that reflect your wedding theme. For example, if you are having a summer wedding, consider including seashell motifs or watercolor images of waves on your invitations. If you are having a vintage-inspired wedding, opt for lace accents or antique patterns. These small details can make a big impact and help to convey the overall aesthetic of your wedding.

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Personalize Your Invitations

Adding a personal touch to your invitations will make them even more special. Consider including elements that reflect your personalities as a couple. You could feature your monogram, a custom illustration, or even a photo of the two of you. Personalization adds a unique and sentimental touch to your invitations.

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Design your very own wedding invitation by contacting Forever Friends. We have everything from invitation and envelope embellishments to reception and response cards. Let us fulfill your wishes when it comes to creating a unique and beautiful wedding invitation for your special day.

*Please call Forever Friends for an appointment at (516) 721-2635 or email us at hello@foreverfriendsinvitations.com today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Fall in Love with These Wedding Invitation Trends 2023

April 3, 2023 / / 0 Comments

Each year brings its share of novelties to the sphere of wedding stationery, and 2023 will be no different. However, as a groom or bride-to-be, you want to show off your love story in your wedding stationery in a modern and sophisticated way. We’ve rounded up the coolest 2023 wedding invitation trends to help you get ahead of the curve this wedding season by choosing a wedding invitation that reflects your style and the year’s top trends.

A Wax Seal on the Invitation

It’s a trend that has been gaining popularity in 2023 and will definitely be sticking around for 2024. This one-of-a-kind idea has taken the wedding stationery world by storm and is a wonderful way to add another layer of personalization. If you’re thinking about bringing a little bit of old-world charm to your big day, we definitely advise you to go for wax sealing your invitation.

Incorporate Photos in the Invitation

Having fun in front of a photo booth has become a key activity during weddings. Although they will easily get caught up in the game and will gladly pose in front of the lens, future spouses can set an example for their guests with a photo booth wedding invitation.

Embellished with pretty photos on bookmark-style support, this type of announcement is already a nice souvenir gift for the guests.

Related: Learn more about how to incorporate photos into your wedding stationery here.

Musical Themed Wedding Invitations

When it comes to the musical entertainment of modern weddings, there has been a renewed interest in orchestras playing live. More brides and grooms are interested in offering a real private concert to their guests. A musically themed wedding invitation is, therefore, a good thing to give a hint to your guests of what they can expect during your wedding.

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Design your very own wedding invitation by contacting Forever Friends. We have everything from invitation and envelope embellishments to reception and response cards. Let us fulfill your wishes when it comes to creating a unique and beautiful wedding invitation for your special day.

*Please call Forever Friends for an appointment at (516) 721-2635 or email us at hello@foreverfriendsinvitations.com today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

How to Create the Wedding Card Invitations of Your Dreams

March 7, 2023 / / 0 Comments

Congratulations on your engagement! Now that the word ‘YES’ has been said, you are probably thinking ahead and want everything to be organized when the big day comes. For it to be a successful event, you have to go through your wedding checklist, including the creation of your wedding invitations. Follow the steps below on how to create beautiful and unique wedding card invitations!

Start With the Guest List

As the bride or the groom, your guests will see you in a clean, white dress or tux while walking down the aisle (just like you’re imagining now). Therefore, you want all your loved ones and friends to share this joyful moment with you. Start by making a list of all the people you would love to invite to your wedding. This list will help you determine how many invitations and postage you need to create and buy.

Choose a Suitable Design

Between the paper types, font, theme, sizing, inserts, and cost, there’s a lot to consider before you make it to the mailbox. Captivating wedding color schemes, the season, and design play a key role in selecting a suitable invitation card and setting the stage for what your guests will expect for your wedding day. There’s a variety of options to choose from, so we highly recommend ordering blank samples to see and feel the quality of the cards.

Related: Learn more about why incorporating your pictures in your invitations is a good idea here.

Classic Blossoms Invitation

Double-Check Your Information

Your wedding stationery is a beautiful work of art, so make sure the information is accurate! You don’t want to send out wedding invitations with spelling errors or incorrect information, so double-check everything. This includes the wedding date, the time of the ceremony, the name of the wedding venue, and your guests’ names. It’s a good idea to have a second opinion or a fresh set of eyes to help check your information. 

Related: Learn more about wedding card invitations mistakes you don’t want to make here. 

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Design your very own wedding invitation by contacting Forever Friends. We have everything from invitation and envelope embellishments to reception and response cards. Let us fulfill your wishes when it comes to creating a unique and beautiful wedding invitation for your special day.

*Please call Forever Friends for an appointment at (516) 721-2635 or email us at hello@foreverfriendsinvitations.com today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Wedding Thank You Cards: Here’s What You Need to Know

January 6, 2023 / / 0 Comments

Sending wedding thank you cards is one of the best ways to show your appreciation and thank your family and friends for spending your special day with you. It’s letting them know that you received their gift, that you and your spouse appreciate the gift received, and how you plan to use the gift. Before you head out and get started on tackling that stack of thank you cards, we’ve outlined some tips that will help you express your gratitude.

Related: “Say ‘Thank You’ to Your Wedding Guests”

Best Thank You Card Etiquette Advice

Here, we have listed the proper etiquette for wedding thank you cards, along with our best tips and tricks:

  1. You can mail thank you cards one to three months after the wedding.
  2. Be personal and specific when writing your thank you messages.
  3. Make a list of guests in order to stay organized.
  4. Send thank you cards to everyone who gave a gift or those who helped with your wedding preparations.
  5. You can send thank you notes to your vendors who helped make your wedding special.

Is sending out wedding thank you cards necessary?

The short answer is yes – it is proper etiquette to express your appreciation and thank your loved ones for sending a gift and attending your special day. Trust us! A personal thank you note will make your guests feel acknowledged and is not something you should skip.  

Related: “What Your Luxury Wedding Invitations Should Include”

Who should you send your wedding thank you cards to?

Every guest that took time out of their busy schedule to attend your big day deserves a thank you card, no matter if they gave a wedding gift or not. It’s also a good idea to show your appreciation to your wedding planner and vendors for making your event extra special and successful.

Is it necessary to send a gift with your thank you cards?

Sending a present along with a thank you card is not mandatory. However, including a small gift is highly encouraged because it will make your note extra special and sentimental. It will only help your family and friends cherish all of the wonderful wedding memories for years to come.

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Design your very own wedding invitation by contacting Forever Friends. We have everything from invitation and envelope embellishments to reception and response cards. Let us fulfill your wishes when it comes to creating a unique and beautiful wedding invitation for your special day.

*Please call Forever Friends for an appointment at (516) 721-2635 or email us at hello@foreverfriendsinvitations.com today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Fall Wedding Invitation Ideas Worth Remembering This Season

November 2, 2022 / / 0 Comments

Do we hear wedding bells this fall for you? Autumn is an excellent time to plan your wedding. The rustic golden colors are in their prime, so you can have the picturesque fairytale wedding that you have always wanted. We have some great fall wedding invitation ideas that you can incorporate into your wedding invitation to make it more creative and playful.

  • Using An Autumn Wedding Color Theme

Create coherence between the invitation and the wedding event. If your wedding decorations or bridal party dresses feature burgundy, chocolate brown, orange, or other similar colors, we recommend having your fall wedding invitations printed with the same color scheme. Therefore, you will have a pretty invitation that centers around your overall wedding palette.

  • Using Autumn Leaves

Fall leaves are regal and rustic and provide visually appealing shapes and colors for the wedding card. There is no limit to creativity when it comes to designing your wedding invitation. You can choose animated leaves with perfect vectors or even a leaf of the season impressed on the paper to make it more beautiful.

  • Using Ribbons

Ribbons are perfect decoration accessories for a wedding invitation when used right. A small bow at the top of the card or a ribbon spreading across the midsection of the card also adds an interesting touch to your fall wedding invite. You can also have a gold or transparent ribbon tied around the envelope.

Related: Elegant Embellishments for Your Wedding Invitations

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Design your very own wedding invitation by contacting Forever Friends. We have everything from invitation and envelope embellishments to reception and response cards. Let us fulfill your wishes when it comes to creating a unique and beautiful wedding invitation for your special day.

*Please call Forever Friends for an appointment at (516) 721-2635 or email us at hello@foreverfriendsinvitations.com today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Wedding Invitation Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make

July 6, 2022 / / 0 Comments
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People use all of their creativity to design the perfect wedding invite. Even though design plays a role in saving the best memories of your life on a card, it is important to pay attention to other details. We have some tips on what kind of mistakes you want to avoid while sending out wedding invitations to your family, relatives, and friends.

Mistake 1: Don’t put an incorrect start time on the wedding invite.

We understand that some of the people you know tend to be late and it is tempting to have them early. However, it’s advisable to always put the correct time of the ceremony on the wedding invite. If the ceremony starts at 5 p.m., expect your guests to come by 4:45 p.m. The last thing you want is leaving your guests hanging by waiting for the ceremony to start because of the incorrect time mentioned. 

Mistake 2: Not specifying the essential information on a wedding invite is a big NO.

Mention the correct date, time, and location of the ceremony among all the other important details on your wedding invitation. Get an information card as well to have all the other essential details like any pre-and post-wedding events, hotel information, dress code, and a link to your wedding website to avoid overstuffing the primary wedding invite with information.

Mistake 3: You don’t want to send the wedding invites too late.

The rule of thumb is to send your wedding invitations at least 8 weeks early. This gives time for your loved ones to clear their schedule and be with you on the happiest day of your life. You want to send them earlier than 8 weeks if it is a destination wedding. Your guests will have ample time to shop for their wedding attire and plan for any travel needs.

Mistake 4: Not providing any RSVP instructions.

Don’t forget an “RSVP by” date on your RSVP cards. The RSVP date should be at least two weeks before your wedding so you can have an accurate idea of how many people will be attending the wedding. This way, you can give your caterer a more accurate headcount. And the most important bit: Let guests know how to RSVP. Include a pre-addressed envelope that they can use to send back their reply, or direct them specifically to the email, phone number, or URL they should use to RSVP to your wedding.

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Design your very own wedding invitation by contacting Forever Friends. We have everything from invitation and envelope embellishments to reception and response cards. Let us fulfill your wishes when it comes to creating a unique and beautiful wedding invitation for your special day.

*Please call Forever Friends for an appointment at (516) 721-2635 or email us at hello@foreverfriendsinvitations.com today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

4 Ways to Propose to Your Wedding Party

July 15, 2021 / / 0 Comments

A wedding party proposal is a term coined to describe the unique and honorable ways engaged couples ask their loved ones to be in their wedding. From hand written sentiments to customized hankies, there are countless memorable and personalized ways you can “propose” to your wedding party.

Stuffed Gift Bag

A popular and inexhaustible proposal idea is to stuff a nice, personalized tote bag or backpack with your friend’s favorite snacks, candles, drinks, self-care items and other elements that highlight the weddings theme. A fun option is to include something you’ll want everyone to wear on the big day or during the bachelor/bachelorette parties.

Personalized Goods

There are wonderful personalized gift options for everyone on your list whether you’re asking a father to walk you down the aisle, a family member to be your officiant, or a friend to be your maid of honor. Fan favorite items include hankies, mugs, drink koozies, cufflinks, hangers, shirts, and hats.

Party Accessories

Initiate the party right off the bat with some lively party favors! Gift your loved ones a flask, a bottle of liquor, a shot glass, a bottle opener or any other item that will get them ready to party with you. Other party alternatives you could gift include high quality cigars, games, noise makers, wigs or funny glasses.

A Card

There’s truly nothing like receiving a thoughtful hand written card from someone you love. Cards are not only classically simple but they can be funny, heartfelt, sweet or a combination of all three. You can either personalize every card, shop existing styles, or design your own custom cards to match your other wedding stationery items. 

Final Thoughts

Design your very own wedding invitation by contacting Forever Friends. We have everything from invitation and envelope embellishments to reception and response cards. Let us fulfill your wishes when it comes to creating a unique and beautiful wedding invitation for your special day.

*Please call Forever Friends for an appointment at (516) 721-2635 or email us at hello@foreverfriendsinvitations.com today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!”

When to Send Your Wedding Stationery

May 7, 2021 / / 0 Comments

Finally now that the wedding industry has nearly rebounded from last year, it’s time for brides and grooms to get a move on locking down venues, sending out engagement announcements, and eventually save the dates and invitations too! Follow along for an ultimate timeline and guide for when you should be sending out your gorgeous wedding stationery to your guests.

Engagement Announcements

The sooner you can design your dream engagement announcements the better, especially if you are planning your wedding in under a year. If you plan to throw an engagement party as well you can opt to combine the announcement with the party invite for added savings and convenience.

Save the Dates

Mailing your save the dates anywhere from six to eight months before the big day should give guests ample time to make any arrangements necessary. Those hosting a destination wedding may consider sending save the dates even a month or two earlier than this to ensure affordable travel can be booked and time away from work can be approved.

Invitations

As a general rule of thumb it’s best to send out official wedding invitations six to ten weeks before the wedding day. This ensures they’re not sent too early, but early enough for guests to make any final adjustments to their plans and for RSVPs and meal selections to be mailed back to you.

Thank You Cards

Brides and grooms who create online registries are often surprised to see some gifts being delivered before the wedding. If this happens its common courtesy to respond with a thank you card within two or three weeks of receiving the gift.

For all other gifts received on or after the wedding day there is not nearly as much of a rush with this. Since newlyweds are often busy honeymooning, moving, and adjusting to marriage sending out thank you cards anywhere from one to three months after the wedding is perfectly acceptable.

Final Thoughts

Designing and mailing wedding stationery can be one of the most exciting parts of wedding planning, plus it’s often the very first taste guests will get of your wedding colors, theme and style. Contact the design experts at Forever Friends for 100% custom wedding stationery including announcements, save the dates, invitation packages, thank you cards, programs, favors and more!

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