I'm proud to announce that it's been almost an entire week and a half since my first (and hopefully last) major wedding breakdown, which was followed almost immediately by a wedding intervention courtesy of Big Sis & Mama Chickadee. Needless to say, it was an intervention worthy of Dr. Phil himself, complete with motivational speeches, list-making, and more than a few tears.
The good news is, I am a reformed Chickadee and the proud possessor of 100 COMPLETELY FINISHED Save the Dates. I also managed to check many many other things off my to-do list...including a few toughies like choosing a veil, shoes, and bridesmaid dresses!
Today though, is going to be completely devoted to my Save the Dates. I know what you're all thinking, though, "didn't we already get a post about this?" Um, yes. Good memory. You're right, I did already write about them... but they've changed. What can I say, it's a woman's prerogative to change her mind.
Sure, I had to learn the hard way that I just don't like the way my gocco prints, or that the swirly patterned vellum that looked alright in the tray at Hobby Lobby is just not my thing, or that it actually takes way more adhesive than you could ever estimate, but in the end (with a little help from Paper Source and a lot of help from Mr. Chickadee) I finally have STDs that I LOVE.
The supplies:
#10 Open End Envelopes in Curry from Paper-Source.
#10 Flat Cards in Black.
Tons of yellow ribbon from Hobby Lobby.
These magical adhesive mounting squares.
A reliable paper cutter (best paired with a very methodical fiance).
A nearby Office Max/Kinko's/copy shop to print for you.
The Process:
1. Work up your design in your favorite layout program. If you have InDesign or QuarkXpress, that's awesome, but you can do it just as well in Publisher or something similar. I used a combination of the fonts Scriptina and Orlando for our design.
2. If necessary, take Miss Flamingo's advice and turn your design into a Vector image.
3. Turn your design into a PDF and head over to your print shop of choice. A tip for all those black and white brides out there....if you're just doing a basic black text on white paper, ask for it to be printed with the color printer, not the b&w printer at a place like Kinko's. It'll cost you a little extra but it'll be higher quality!
4. Time to get cutting. This is my least favorite part, as I always manage to miscalculate EVERYTHING. This might be a good time to call your hubby-to-be in for some couples crafting super bonding time.
5. Stick all your layers together. I really recommend these nifty little mounting squares. They don't leave a mess, are easy to apply, and keep all your pieces smooth.
6. Ta da! You're done!
Having the Save the Dates done is a HUGE weight off my shoulders. What was the task you found yourself procrastinating the most? Any tips for staying motivated with the wedding planning?
