On Monday, I wrote a post about the most expensive wedding invitation ever made. Now it time to give you a few tips on how to save some money on your stationery.
Tip #1:
One way you can shave off a few dollars is by choosing to use digital printing. You have endless options with this type of printing, and it’s quicker and less expensive than your other options.
Tip #2:
If you don’t want to sacrifice the print but you still want a great effect, try thermography printing instead of engraving. It’s cheaper and it’s very similar. The quality may not be super neat and clean, but you’ll have raised lettering.
Tip #3:
Save money on the type of paper that you choose for the invitation. This can be done by selecting a standard paper. You can dress it up with designs or colors from digital printing. Textured papers are going to be more, and the little add-ons add up in the end.
Tip #4:
Choose a standard letter sized invitation. This way, you won’t be charged extra postage for odd envelope sizes.
Tip #5:
Simple invitations are the way to go. If you add that extra bow across the top, or other embellishments, you’ll have to pay for the extra labor and assembly (or do it yourself). Plus, you also run the risk of increased postage. Always take a sample invitation to the post office and have them price the postage for you. That way, you’ll know exactly where you stand.
Tip #6:
Use a postcard as an RSVP card. You can save money on return stamps. Postcard stamps are now 28 cents. Standard stamps are 42 cents. If you send out 100 invitations, you could spend $28 on RSVP postage, or you could spend $42. You cut costs by over half!
Tip #7:
Skip the lined envelopes. Yes, they look nice, but no one really pays attention to the inside of the envelope. Focus on what people are going to look at the most!
What steps did you take to save money on your stationery? Were you a DIY Bride? Leave us a comment and let us know!
Happy Planning (and saving!),
Southern Event Planners
Memphis Wedding Planners
