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They’re modern, they’re stylish, and they hold oh so much information in one neat, organized wrap. They’re pocket fold wedding invitations, and in this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make one of your own!
The featured invitation was designed with a contemporary wedding in mind. A black pocket fold contrasts sharply against crisp white linen cards printed with modern, off-center text. Bold, bright pink accents complement the floral pink, gray, and black hand-lined envelope, bringing the whole ensemble together.
This invitation looks sharp, is easy to customize, and is surprisingly easy to assemble, so read on!
Materials Used for Pocket Fold Invitation
Envelopes – Color Ebenum Black
- Mailing: 5 1/4 x 7 1/4 (A7) Envelope
- Response: 3 5/8 x 5 1/8 (A4) Envelope
5×7 Portrait Pocket Fold – Ebenum Black
Pre-Cut Cards – Arctic White Linen (80lb Card Stock)
Invitation Card – 4 7/8 x 6 7/8
Pocket Insert Cards:
- Reception – 4 3/4 x 6 5/8
- Direction – 4 3/4 x 5 5/8
- Additional Info – 4 3/4 x 4 5/8
- Response Card – 3 1/2 x 4 7/8 (A4)
Patterned Envelope Lining Paper
Deja Views (Sweet Romance) 12 x 12 scrapbook paper (Michael’s)*
*All other materials for this design from LCIPaper.com
1. Download Microsoft Word Printing Templates
Download printing templates for your invitation card, three stacking cards, and response card by clicking the link below.
(Download also includes instructions for printing custom size cards using your home printer.)
2. Customize Templates
Customize templates for your invitation by typing in your own unique wording and experimenting with different fonts and colors.
The fonts pictured on this invitation are Century Gothic (gray) and Riesling (pink).
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3. Print Cards
Using your home printer and the instructions included in the download, print your cards.
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4. Adhere Invitation Card to Center Panel of Pocket Fold
Next, adhere your printed invitation card to the center panel of the pocket fold. Any double sided tape or standard glue stick will work for this.
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5. Place Insert Cards in Pocket
Arrange cards from tallest (back) to shortest (front) and place inside of the pocket, as shown below.
Place response items behind the three stacked cards.
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6. Line Envelopes with Patterned Paper
Next, line your mailing envelopes using a patterned paper your of choice.
How to Line Your Own Envelopes
If you have never lined your own envelopes before, don’t worry. This task is not difficult, just time consuming, and the result is well worth it!
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If you have questions about customizing this design for your wedding, get in touch!
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Kristen Desrosier is an in-house wedding stationery designer at LCI Paper, a Massachusetts-based company offering a convenient and affordable way to purchase specialty papers, accessories, and supplies for DIY wedding projects.
Kristen has several years of printing and design experience, and is a firm believer that with the right tools, instructions, and inspiration, everyone is capable of making their own professional looking wedding stationery, regardless of experience level. She looks forward to passing this belief on to WedLoft readers by providing DIY tutorials complete with detailed step-by-step instructions, print templates, materials lists, and design tips.
DIY is a great way to reduce costs without having to sacrifice style, and there is no reason to be intimidated! Whether you are interested in making your own invitations, programs, or place cards; or whether you are simply looking for a bit of inspiration, you will find all the tools you need in Kristen’s tutorials. You can follow Kristen and LCI paper on Facebook or Twitter!