Folder-style invitation
Inspired by a popular line of similar, pricey invitations, we created our own version for just a fraction of the cost. This project takes a bit of time but the effort is worth it! The full instructions are available to members in our downloads area, under “Project Sheets”. Look for the “folder-style invitation ” listing.
Creating a custom monogram is simple using Microsoft Word. All you have to do is create a text box for each initial in your monogram and arrange the boxes so they’re spaced to your satisfaction. Easy!
1. Open Microsoft Word
2. From the DRAWING toolbar, click the “text box” button.
3. Type your initial in the text box you just created.
4. Do this for each initial of your monogram. (For example, if you”re monogram is SMT, you’ll need three boxes.)
5. Format your text boxes to feature NO FILL and NO LINE.
6. Now click on each text box and drag it to the placement and spacing that suits you.
Hints & Tips
* For PC users, if you use the arrow keys while holding down the Ctrl key, this will give you more precision in moving the boxes than if using only the mouse.
* Use different fonts and color combinations to create a beautiful and unique monogram.
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1. Create textboxes for each individual element (each letter of the monogram gets it’s own, the date or quote all goes in one)
2. Right click and on the tool bar at the bottom change the box to “no fill” and “no line”
3. Choose colors, fonts and sizes for each element
4. Move the elements around to where you want them. Use the send to back and send to front tool as needed. If you are overlapping elements obviously you need to use different colors or at least shades
5. When you have all the elements placed to your satisfaction press shift while you click each textbox so all are highlighted.
6. Right click to “group” the elements. This allows them to become one image
7. Right click and save picture as
8. Choose the format you want it saved as (I recommend .gif)
9. Now it is a saved image and you can put it anywhere!”
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4.75″ Square Program Booklet
A small booklet-style program. Measures 4.75″ square when finished. Includes 4 pages (2 pages printed front and back) plus a cover. It also doubles as a CD booklet!
Ours cost less than $0.60 cents to make, including beads, wire, and papers! Plainer versions with just paper and ribbon can easily be made for $0.25 each. Please visit our downloads area to get the template.
Available at your favorite craft stores and booksellers.
