{"id":3978,"date":"2012-02-13T09:55:47","date_gmt":"2012-02-13T14:55:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/?p=3978"},"modified":"2017-10-02T13:11:38","modified_gmt":"2017-10-02T17:11:38","slug":"diy-banded-invitations-with-template-instructions-and-material-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wedding-invitations\/diy-banded-invitations-with-template-instructions-and-material-list","title":{"rendered":"DIY Banded Invitations with Template, Instructions and Material List"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.top10weddingsites.com\/wedding-invitation-ideas.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3998\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/banded-invitation-suite2.jpg\" alt=\"Orange, cream, and brown invitation suite with personalized paper band\" width=\"749\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/banded-invitation-suite2.jpg 628w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/banded-invitation-suite2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/banded-invitation-suite2-500x281.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3998\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/banded-invitation-suite2.jpg\" alt=\"Orange, cream, and brown invitation suite with personalized paper band\" width=\"749\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/banded-invitation-suite2.jpg 628w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/banded-invitation-suite2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/banded-invitation-suite2-500x281.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 749px) 100vw, 749px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Inspired by the fantastic tangerine wedding trend and the fact that you just can&#8217;t go wrong with clean and simple, this invitation ensemble features classic ecru invitation, reception, and response cards all neatly wrapped up in a personalized band. Chocolate brown envelopes add contrast to the design, and the whole ensemble is brought together with complementary chocolate and tangerine text.<\/p>\n<p>In this tutorial, you will find all the tools you need to recreate this <a href=\"http:\/\/www.top10weddingsites.com\/wedding-invitation-ideas.html\">invitation for your wedding<\/a> &#8211; a materials list, printing templates, and step-by-step assembly instructions. This invitation looks great, is easy to customize and assemble, and is sure to impress. Let&#8217;s begin!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.top10weddingsites.com\/wedding-invitation-ideas.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28264\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List.jpg\" alt=\"diy wedding invitation\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-534x800.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-672x1008.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-28264\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List.jpg\" alt=\"diy wedding invitation\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-534x800.jpg 534w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-500x750.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/Template-Instructions-and-Material-List-672x1008.jpg 672w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Materials Used<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Envelopes (Gmund Colors Chocolate)<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mailing &#8211; 5 1\/4 x 7 1\/4 (A7)<\/li>\n<li>Response\u00a0 &#8211; 3 5\/8 x 5 1\/8 (A4)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pre-Cut Blank Cards (LCI Ecru 80lb Cover)<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Backer &#8211; 5 1\/8 x 7 (A7) &#8211; (111lb Gmund Colors Chocolate)<\/li>\n<li>Invitation\u00a0 &#8211; 4 7\/8 x 6 7\/8<\/li>\n<li>Reception &#8211; 4 1\/4 x 5 1\/2 (A2)<\/li>\n<li>Response &#8211; 3 1\/2 x 4 7\/8 (A4)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>8 1\/2 x 11 Paper (Pop-Tone Orange Fizz 70lb Text)<br \/>\nAdhesive<br \/>\nPaper Trimmer or Preferred Cutting Tool (You can find a good paper cutter at <a href=\"http:\/\/www2.fiskars.com\/Products\/Crafting-and-Sewing\/Paper-Trimmers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fiskars.com<\/a>)<br \/>\nMicrosoft Word<br \/>\nPrinter<\/p>\n<p>Want to recreate this invitation exactly as shown? Visit the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lcipaper.com\/banded-invitation-suite-tws.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">detailed materials list<\/a>.<em><br \/>\n<em>(All materials for this design from LCIPaper.com)<\/em><br \/>\n<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=832991&amp;u=77607&amp;m=12808&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/static.shareasale.com\/image\/12808\/MPA_900x900_2.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding Paper Divas - Wedding Invitations\" border=\"0\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/static.shareasale.com\/image\/12808\/MPA_900x900_2.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding Paper Divas - Wedding Invitations\" border=\"0\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Download Microsoft Word Printing Templates &amp; Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Begin by downloading the printing templates file by clicking the link below<strong>:<\/strong><a title=\"download printing template for DIY banded invitation suite\" href=\"http:\/\/www.lcipaper.com\/templates\/Banded_Invitation_Templates_TWS.zip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><br \/>\n<\/a><a title=\"download invitation templates\" href=\"http:\/\/www.lcipaper.com\/templates\/Banded_Invitation_Templates_TWS.zip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download Banded Invitation Suite Templates<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The file includes 4 printing templates:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Invitation Card<\/li>\n<li>Reception Card<\/li>\n<li>Response Card<\/li>\n<li>Paper Bands (5 bands to (1) 8 1\/2 x 11 sheet)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Instructions for printing invitations at home are also included in the file.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.top10weddingsites.com\/wedding-invitation-ideas.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-4003\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/customize-templatesl1.jpg\" alt=\"customize invitation printing templates in Microsoft Word by changing fonts and colors\" width=\"410\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/customize-templatesl1.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/customize-templatesl1-300x162.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-4003\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/customize-templatesl1.jpg\" alt=\"customize invitation printing templates in Microsoft Word by changing fonts and colors\" width=\"410\" height=\"222\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/customize-templatesl1.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/customize-templatesl1-300x162.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><strong>2. Customize Printing Templates<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Customize templates by changing the sample wording to your own wording and experimenting with various fonts and color combinations.<\/p>\n<p>Fonts pictured on this invitation are<em>:<br \/>\n<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Volutes<\/em> (script)<\/li>\n<li><em>Calibri<\/em> &#8211; small caps<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Print Cards &amp; Bands<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Using your home printer and the instructions included in the templates file, print your 3 cards and customized bands.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.top10weddingsites.com\/wedding-invitation-ideas.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4023\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/printed-cards2.jpg\" alt=\"Printed invitation, reception, and response cards\" width=\"690\" height=\"393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/printed-cards2.jpg 502w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/printed-cards2-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/printed-cards2-500x285.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4023\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/printed-cards2.jpg\" alt=\"Printed invitation, reception, and response cards\" width=\"690\" height=\"393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/printed-cards2.jpg 502w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/printed-cards2-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/printed-cards2-500x285.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Cut Bands<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Using a paper trimmer or other preferred cutting tool, cut (5) 1 1\/2 x 11 inch printed bands from the 8 1\/2 x 11 sheet by cutting along the guidelines.<\/p>\n<p>Note: Although the template includes prominent dividing guidelines, the lines print only faintly on the sheet. This is to avoid remnants of the lines appearing on the bands after cutting.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.top10weddingsites.com\/wedding-invitation-ideas.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4014\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/cut-paper-bands2.jpg\" alt=\"use paper trimmer to cut personalized bands\" width=\"747\" height=\"419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/cut-paper-bands2.jpg 502w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/cut-paper-bands2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/cut-paper-bands2-500x281.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4014\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/cut-paper-bands2.jpg\" alt=\"use paper trimmer to cut personalized bands\" width=\"747\" height=\"419\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/cut-paper-bands2.jpg 502w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/cut-paper-bands2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/cut-paper-bands2-500x281.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 747px) 100vw, 747px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Mount Invitation Card to Backer Card<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Using glue or double sided tape, adhere your printed 4 7\/8 x 6 7\/8 inch invitation card to your 5 1\/8 x 7 backer card.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.top10weddingsites.com\/wedding-invitation-ideas.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4026\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/adhere-backer.jpg\" alt=\"adhere invitation card to backer card\" width=\"791\" height=\"290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/adhere-backer.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/adhere-backer-300x110.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/adhere-backer-500x183.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4026\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/adhere-backer.jpg\" alt=\"adhere invitation card to backer card\" width=\"791\" height=\"290\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/adhere-backer.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/adhere-backer-300x110.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/adhere-backer-500x183.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Arrange Cards of Ensemble<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Arrange the cards of your invitation ensemble. From bottom to top, stack:<br \/>\nInvitation Card<br \/>\nReception Card<br \/>\nResponse Card &amp; Envelope<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.top10weddingsites.com\/wedding-invitation-ideas.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4032\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/brown-orange-suite.jpg\" alt=\"DIY orange and brown invitation suite\" width=\"722\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/brown-orange-suite.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/brown-orange-suite-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/brown-orange-suite-500x277.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 722px) 100vw, 722px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4032\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/brown-orange-suite.jpg\" alt=\"DIY orange and brown invitation suite\" width=\"722\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/brown-orange-suite.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/brown-orange-suite-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/brown-orange-suite-500x277.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 722px) 100vw, 722px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>7. Wrap Band Around Ensemble<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Center your band over the invitation ensemble, wrap tightly around<strong>, <\/strong>and secure in the back with the adhesive of your choice.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.top10weddingsites.com\/wedding-invitation-ideas.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4029\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/wrap-band.jpg\" alt=\"wrap paper band around invitation and secure in the back \" width=\"728\" height=\"301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/wrap-band.jpg 629w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/wrap-band-300x124.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/wrap-band-500x207.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4029\" src=\"http:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/wrap-band.jpg\" alt=\"wrap paper band around invitation and secure in the back \" width=\"728\" height=\"301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/wrap-band.jpg 629w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/wrap-band-300x124.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.topweddingsites.com\/wedding-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/02\/wrap-band-500x207.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Questions?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Questions or comments about customizing this invitation design for your wedding? Get in touch! Post a comment!<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=799510&amp;u=77607&amp;m=12808&amp;urllink=&amp;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/static.shareasale.com\/image\/12808\/Pg_20_ThankYou.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding Paper Divas - Holiday 2015\" border=\"0\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/static.shareasale.com\/image\/12808\/Pg_20_ThankYou.jpg\" alt=\"Wedding Paper Divas - Holiday 2015\" border=\"0\" \/><\/noscript><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Inspired by the fantastic tangerine wedding trend and the fact that you just can&#8217;t go wrong with clean and simple, this invitation ensemble features classic ecru invitation, reception, and response cards all neatly wrapped up in a personalized band. Chocolate brown envelopes add contrast to the design, and the whole ensemble is brought together with complementary chocolate and tangerine text. 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