Invitations: Part Deux
November 29th, 2007 @ 8:32 am by Mrs. Bubblegum
Our invitations will not go out for another 3-4 months, so WHY, oh WHY, am I making them now??!?! And why are there so many steps?!?
Well, I’m making them now because I have about a month left before I need to start up my hardcore-actuarial-exam-studying, so I am trying to get as much done wedding-wise as possible. AND there are so many steps because a) I am just one girl and b) I don’t yet have all the information needed for my invitation inserts.
But what I have been able to do so far is:
Step 1: DIY pocketfolds.
Step 2: The main invitation.. and here’s how it turned out!!
My main invitation was made up of three layers (in addition to the pocketfold). Hey, I dress in layers, why not invite in layers???
Layer 1: Information Sheet
Like Miss Peony, we went the inkjet printer route (and took the Canon PIXMA iP1600 expressway). And honestly, it initially presented me with a bit of a problem. I originally ordered Stardream Quartz paper from Paper-Source.. which is BEAUTIFUL, really, but just does not work with an inkjet and red ink. I tried and I tried, but no matter what setting I used, the red would just turn pink as the ink dried. It. Was. Frustrating. Actually, the green ink looked amazing on it (it got all sparkly-looking), but if you’re really looking for a vibrant red, I cannot stress it enough: leave the stardream alone!!!!! Anyway, I finally got over it and ordered Luxe White paper instead. I heart it!!! I ordered the 27″x19″ sheets and cut them into 6″x4″ pieces.
Layer 2: Decorative Paper
I LOVVVVVVVVVVE this paper. If only you could feeeeel it through the internet… because what you cannot tell from this picture is that the green parts are actually kinda fabricy-fuzzy. Haha, that sounds kinda gross… but really, it’s a good thing, I swear! I got this “Vivant Mirage” paper from Paper Mojo, which is a great site. As wonderful as Paper-Source is, Paper Mojo has some really beautiful paper, and it even arrived faster than Paper-Source!! The paper came 27″x39″, and I cut it into 6″x6″ pieces. The only flaw with this paper is that it’s really thin, hence…
Layer 3: Opaque-ness-giver
Ahh, yes, you’re onto me. It’s just white paper, cut down to 6″x6″.
Pocketfold Layer
Okay, I know I said this wasn’t a layer, but I just had to include this picture anyway, since Baby Bubblegum is in it. Seriously, this kitten LOVES PAPER.
I put this all together using just regular double-stick tape. I tested many methods, and this just seemed to work best. And now, without further ado…
On the next invitation episode.. inserts!
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11 Responses to “Invitations: Part Deux”
What a great idea! We used the Paper Source diagonal folders for my programs.
onions have layers 
Love your colors….great invititations!
Ms. Bubblegum they look great!
I have a question about the Vivant Mirage paper you used - it’s one that I had bookmarked a while back as I love it. I was going to use it to line my envelopes but I was afraid it would be too thin and you would be able to see through the paper. I was worried about people seeing the double sided tape I had used to affix it. Did you run into that problem?
The invites are gorgeous, thanks for sharing! I have two black cats who love paper, too. What is that? 
AmandaRyan, it’s reeeeeally thin. If you’re holding it, you can see your fingers through it. So I would say that it depends what you’re using it for. Because I had a back layer of white paper, it really brightened it up, and you can’t see the double-stick tape at all.
Good work Miss Bubblegum - I have NO idea how you’re planning a wedding AND taking exams. FI is an actuary too and I go large parts of the year with his head stuck in weird books and notecards. I was SO pleased in November when I got him back - thankfully he’s done with Spring exams so we can focus on the wedding! Best of luck to you!
Thanks, futuremrs.taj, for your support, and good luck on exams to your FI!! My next exam is May 9.. whyyyy did I think I could get married in May?!?!? But it’s okay, we’ll make it work. 
I like your scripty & symbol. Did you use a script font for the names that you blocked out too?
dddd89, the ampersand is “ChopinScript” and the names were a font I downloaded called “Killigraphy”: http://www.fontriver.com/font/killigraphy/
Mrs. Bubblegum, Exeter, NH
Age and Occupation: 24, Actuarial Analyst
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 24, Ressearch & Development
Engagement Date: February 9, 2007
Wedding Date: May 2008
Blogging Since: November 2, 2007
Venue: Dunegrass Golf Club
About Me: I can be summed up by the four things I love most: kitties, cheese, math, and Mr. Bubblegum. I am knee-deep in DIY projects to keep wedding costs low but quality high for the special day when I get to marry my bestest friend.
Our kitty furbaby loves paper too. Maybe it’s a cat thing!
Beautiful invites!