One of the many choices you will have in creating your wedding invitations is what kind of paper to use. Wedding invitations can look and feel very different depending on the type and quality of paper used to make them. More than ever before, there are many paper choices for the bride and groom to consider that are beautiful and won’t break the bank.
* Cotton and Linen Wedding Invitations: Invitations made from cotton or linen last for a long time, however, these invitations are usually the most expensive. You’ll notice that these papers feel different than most other papers. They have a weighty feel and distinct texture in the hand. If you can’t afford a 100% cotton or linen paper, there are blends available that feel quite good to the touch and cost much less.
* Vellum Wedding Invitations: Vellum papers have become quite popular recently. Usually, they are a translucent looking paper. Also, vellum paper is used to cover a heavy card stock. In this way, the wording on the invitation can peek through the translucent vellum. Or, heavier vellumstock can be printed on directly for a soft, frosted look. Vellum paper comes in a wide variety of prices, so be sure to hunt around for the best bargain.
* Heavy Card Stock Wedding Invitations: This is the most commonly used paper for wedding invitations. Available in many colors and textures, this paper still has a good feel with less cost than cotton or linen. Many times, heavy card stock is imprinted with borders and foils. This paper ages as well as cotton or linen papers and will be easy to put into a picture frame.
* Recycled Paper Wedding Invitations: This choice has become more popular in recent years and with the innovations in papermaking, recycled paper is virtually indistinguishable from paper made from virgin wood stock. Brides have many choices of colors, weights and textures of recycled papers to choose from. Recycled papers today, unlike those of the past, are as durable as regular papers. Fortunately, recycled papers come in many different price points so it is possible to find something for any budget.
