Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Wedding Invitations and Programs

Photo by Clayton Austin
As I sit here writing this post, I'm thinking I've done this a bit backwards. This is my last wedding post (for the time being) and it's about the invitations! Just a bit backwards. See Wedding on sidebar for previous posts.
With a lot of help from her future brother-in-law, Tyler, Courtney and Drew designed the invitations. Courtney knew the look she wanted for the invitations and Tyler helped her with the graphics.
The invitations were printed with black ink on pale gray cardstock, 4.25" x 11". Each invitation included a reply card printed on kraft paper. The invitations were then wrapped with a tea stained doily, tied with twine and mailed in a kraft paper envelope.
Courtney used two different doilies for the invitations.  12" white heart shaped, doilies from Hobby Lobby's Valentine decor and 12" white round doilies. Courtney tea stained each doily by dipping the doilies in a tea and water mixture she poured in a large shallow pan. The doilies were then left to air dry. Each doily was then carefully folded around the printed invitations. We loved the way they turned out!

The kraft paper theme continued with the programs.
Photo by Clayton Austin
The programs consisted of three layers. The top two being printed on kraft paper with the bottom layer a solid black cardstock, which helped the program be a bit more sturdy. The layers were tied together with three different colors of Hug Snug ribbon...mushroom, walnut and charcoal gray...found at Zipperstop.com.   
Courtney designed the programs. I love the creative way she wrote the order of the ceremony. The second page listed each member of the bridal party and their relationship to the bride or groom.
Invitations were printed by Paper and Thread Studios. We were able to handle all the ordering online and by email. Lori was wonderful to work with and we highly recommend her work. We printed the programs ourselves.

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Thank you so much for reading along with all the wedding details! My plan is to share just a few more projects, sometime in the near future, when the last of the wedding photos arrive! 

Until then...how about some customized Pottery Barn window treatments? Coming soon!   
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18 comments:

  1. Michele SmithJune 28, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    O wow these are so neat! I love them!

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  2. UnknownJune 28, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Sonya, these are wonderful! How creative & elegant. I love it. Congrats to the couple.

    Have a great holiday weekend ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  3. Amy ChalmersJune 28, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Just lovely! So unique and elegant all rolled into one pretty package.

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  4. StacyJune 28, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    The invitations and programs were so pretty...so many special details that added the "Courtney" charm. :)

    (I'm embarrassed to admit I didn't realize the program was actually the order of the ceremony. Now that I look at it again, I get it. Apparently school has turned my brain to mush. :)

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  5. AnonymousJune 28, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    I love the tea stained doilies. It is all so breathtaking.

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  6. Gypsy HeartJune 28, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Like mother, like daughter re: all the creativity and talent. I absolutely love the invitations and the programs...what a unique and beautiful change to the norm. Tea staining the doilies was brilliant!

    xo
    Pat

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  7. DarlaJune 29, 2011 at 5:03 AM

    I think posting the wedding in opposite order was a nice touch! I'll say it again, adorable ideas for this wedding.

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  8. LoriJune 29, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    Loving those programs. Just perfect, every detail.

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  9. AnonymousJune 30, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    Your blue jar brought me here, but your beautiful blog encouraged me to stay. The wedding could not have been more perfect. Thank you for sharing it all of us. I will be back. ~Kelly

    unDeniably Domestic

    The Heart in Hand Project

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  10. PamelaJune 30, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    Truly individual and sooo beautiful!

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  11. Jedbel @ The Pear Tree CottageJuly 1, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    Thank you for the sweet comment on my blog. I am in love with all the details of your daughter's wedding! I will be referring all the brides-to-be that I know to your blog :) Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

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  12. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresJuly 1, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    You're killing me with this!!!
    I LOVE it!!!!!!!!

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  13. Vanessa @ {nifty thrifty things}July 3, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    These invitations are outstanding! I love them!
    I would love it if you shared this at {nifty thrifty sunday}!
    Hope to see you there!
    xoxo,
    Vanessa

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  14. JoselynJuly 4, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    WOW, love these! They have that vintage chic appeal.

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  15. Vanessa @ {nifty thrifty things}July 9, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    Thank you so much for sharing this @ {nifty thrifty sunday} last week!
    I can't wait to see more from you this weekend!
    xoxo,
    Vanessa

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  16. GloriaAugust 8, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    LOVE everything here... so 'organic' looking and classy! Love the guys on the couch too, they look ready to jump up at any time! :) And your daughter on the couch outside is beautiful. Again, very organic and new, very creative. Beautiful!!!!!!!
    Best,
    Gloria

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  17. The Autocrat: HaleyAugust 15, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    I haven't been over here in a while ... Oh everything is so amazing. These invites are stellar!!

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  18. AnonymousSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    I think these are fabulous. So different. Thanks for sharing.

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