Project: Invitations

I'm very particular when it comes to presenting something to a general audience, regardless of how large or small. I will always stand behind my work because I will put 100% of my efforts into everything I do, especially with this wedding. For the past two or three months, I've been searching for the ideal invitations and had no luck! Mark and I saw a couple that we "sorta, kinda" liked but then would find something about the invitation that we didn't like, needless to say, it was a no go.

PROJECT INVITATIONS
Mark and I spoke for weeks about it and I began to feel disappointed; I couldn't find the ideal invitation. Although some couples might find that part of the planning juvenile, I see it as the "first look" into what people should expect. Again, I want to stand behind everything I present. That's when the bright idea came to us: "What if we hand-make all the invitations?" It's a lot of work but this way, we get exactly what we want! Shark [sherry and mark] will be working with Paolo&Charlene to create the perfect design, we get to choose the type[s] of paper and colors, pick out our ribbons and it will be a great way to add our personal touch to them! We will also be customizing the map&directions, response cards, menu, programs, place cards, and thank you cards to go along with our invitation motif.

Call me crazy, but I'm doing this!! In addition to our wedding planning, the rest of my time will be spent on this[baking might have to be put on hold]. I've gotten mixed reviews of what people think: "you're too busy, can you pull it off, will this add stress, that's amazing, can't wait to see them, etc. "

To be honest, I don't really know what to expect but I'm only getting married once [unless we renew our vows, of course] so I'll do what it takes.

Mark's been great!! He's been a great supporter and an even better contributor to this "project." Rather than shooting down my idea, he's been actively involved with everything to ensure we produce a great product. I've made rough samples[smaller scale] of what they'll look like and he's been providing input, as well as helping me figure out the dimensions.

Project invitations, here we come...