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Having a party to celebrate your 60th birthday? How fun! Here are our top tips and advice for 60th birthday invitation wording...

Remember the details

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Writing a birthday invitation is much simpler than most people think. There are just a few key pieces of information to remember. These include:

• Your name
• The date of the event
• The time
• The location
• The dress code
• Details of the food and drink
• RSVP details (usually telephone number or address)

Once you have included these key details, you can add any other wording you like.

Find a theme

What type of event is your party going to be? Make sure to reflect the party theme throughout your wording.

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Having a formal birthday event? Check out our formal wording blog for inspiration! For chilled parties with the family and close friends, you can make your wording light-hearted and fun to suit.

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If you can't find a theme that suits you, don't worry! Opt for a simple but stylish invitation that guests of all ages will love, such as our 'Sparkly Typography' design, and add some basic wording. It doesn't have to be complicated!

Choose a design to suit you

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Whatever birthday theme you're having, you're sure to find beautiful stationery to match at Dotty about Paper! Head over to our easy-to-use website to explore our full range of 60th birthday invitations. With birthday invitations starting at just 48p, you just can't go wrong!

If you have enjoyed reading this blog, why not check out our other ones? We have a wide range of birthday tips, tricks, and inspiration to help you have an amazing party!

Writing a birthday invitation for your grandad is easier than it sounds! Scroll down to read our top tips for creating your ideal invites...

Choose a design

What kind of guy is your grandad? Is he fun? Friendly? Formal? Family man? We have invitations to suit everyone! Explore our full range to find something to suit your grandad. Featured Product: Casino - Party Invitations We also have designs for popular themes, including dinner party, casino night, and barn dance. What theme are you planning on having? Featured Product: 70th Party Invitations - Gold Sparkle Champagne If you're struggling to think of a theme that suits your grandad, opt for a more general design, such as our lovely 'Gold Sparkle Champagne' style. Guests will love this classic design, and it will get them excited for the party.

Add your Wording

Thinking of wording for your grandad's invitations can seem tricky, but it is actually quite straightforward. Featured Product: Party Invitations - Country Barn Dance Here is what you need to include: -Your grandad's name -Date of the party -Time -Location -Dress Code -Food and drink details -Whether or not children are invited Once all of these essentials are added, you can add any extra details to suit you. Don't forget to mention that guests must keep the party a secret if it is a surprise bash!

Get inviting!

Featured Product: Black Tie Dinner Party - Invitations Remember to invite all of your grandad's close friends, as well as his family. It is a good idea to invite guests of all ages, especially if children are invited, to make sure everyone has someone to socialise with. Make sure you know roughly how many people you're planning to invite before ordering your invitations. We hope you loved this blog post, and have become inspired! Remember to check out our other blog posts for more birthday ideas.

Throwing a surprise birthday party for your grandma is a wonderful thing to do! Here are our top tips on how you write her birthday invitations...

Choose the style

What type of party are you hosting?

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We have a wide range of styles for formal parties, whether that's a classic dinner party, a ball dance, or a 1920s themed event.

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Having a more chilled event? We also have invitations for tea parties, garden parties, and smaller events. Make sure to check out our full range of birthday invitations to find your ideal design!

Choose the wording

You can easily make your text reflect your grandma's style and personality!

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For grandmothers who love a traditional party, you can opt for formal wording to show this. Whereas if your granny is a party animal, you can add some fun into your text, and make it a little bit more exciting. Don't forget to include all of the important details. We recommend you add your grandma's name, the date, time, and location of the party, and the dress code. You may also wish to include details of the food and drinks at the party, and RSVP details.

Finalise the guest list

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Make sure that you have enough guests at your party, and that all of your grandma's close friends and family are there! Don't forget to invite some guests of all ages, to make sure everyone has some people to socialise with. We hope you have enjoyed reading this blog, and have gained lots of inspiration for your grandma's birthday party! Don't forget to check out our other blogs for more tips, tricks, and ideas.

Throwing a birthday party for your mum? Follow these top tips to write the perfect birthday invitations for her special day!

Choose a theme or style

Featured Product: 60th Birthday Invitations - Bright Summer Flowers Choosing a style that reflects your mum's personality is really important! If you're having a specific party theme, choose invitations to match. Some of our most popular themes include cocktail parties, garden parties, and tea parties, with all of these having beautiful invitations at Dotty about Paper. For whatever theme you're having, we are sure to have invitations to suit.

Don't forget the details

Featured Product: 60th Birthday Invitations - Elegant Floral Pattern The most important details to include on the invitations are the date, time, and location of the party, as well as your mum's name. You may also want to include information about the dress code if you're having a specific theme. If the party is a surprise celebration, don't forget to include this on your invites.

Finalise the guest list

Featured Product: Foil 60th Birthday Invitations - Sparkly Typography Creating birthday invitations for your mum's birthday is only part of the challenge. Before ordering your invitations, make sure to have finalised your guest list, so that you get the right amount of invitations. Don't forget to include your mum's friends, as well as your own!

Ordering your invitations

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We hope you loved this blog, and it has helped you write the perfect birthday invitations for your mum's party! Don't forget to check out our other birthday blog posts for more inspiration.

Throwing a birthday party for your dad can be super fun! Scroll down to see our top tips for writing a birthday invitation for his party.

Include all the details

Featured Product: 60th Party Invitations - Gold Sparkle Champagne Don't forget all of the important details about the event, such as the date, time, and location of the party, as well as his name. You may also want to include the dress code, details about the food and drinks, and whether or not children are invited. As long as all the key details are there, you can add anything else that you like. If it is a surprise party, let the guests know that it needs to be kept a secret!

Finalise the guest list

Featured Product: 60th Birthday Invitations - Chalkboard Beer Make sure that before you write your invitations out, you have finalised your dad's party guest list. It is important to remember who your dad would love to have at the party, as well as who you want to have there! After finalising your guest list, it is easy to write and order your birthday invitations as you will know how many you need.

Stick to a theme

Featured Product: Casino - Party Invitations Are you having a theme at your dad's birthday party? Show this off with your invitations! At Dotty about Paper, we have invitations for so many different parties and themes, from barn dance to casino night. Featured Product: Black Tie Dinner Party - Invitations You can also reflect your theme in your party invitations via your wording. For formal themes, such as a dinner parties or black tie events, you can use formal wording. If your dad has a favourite sport or hobby, such as golf or fishing, why not put a related pun onto the invitations to add a touch of fun.

Turning 70 is a super special occasion that should be celebrated! Make sure to choose party invitations that suit your style, and choose wording to suit. So what should you write on a 70th birthday invitation? Read on to find out.

Remember the details

Featured Product: 70th Birthday Invitations - Flower Basket Don't forget to include all the information your guests need for the party. The most important things to include are the name of the special guest, the location, and the date and time of the party. You may also want to include information about the dress code, and whether or not children are welcome at the bash. Remember to include a telephone number or email address for guests to RSVP to.

Stick to a theme

Featured Product: Black Tie Dinner Party - Invitations What party theme are you having? You can reflect your theme in your wording to make your invitations even better! If you're having a formal birthday event, such as a dinner party or a ball, opt for formal wording. Or if you're having a relaxed party with friends, you can make your wording light-hearted and fun to suit. You could also add in a range of puns or jokes to make your invitations suit a chilled party theme.

Choose your design

Featured Product: 70th Birthday Invitations - Elegant Floral Pattern Match your birthday stationery to your theme or style with invitations from Dotty about Paper! Our wide range of quality invitations are perfect for so many different parties, and are great value too, starting from just 48p each. Head over to our website to explore our full range of 70th birthday invitations. If you have enjoyed reading this blog, why not check out our others? We have a wide range of birthday tips, tricks, and inspiration to help you have an amazing party!

Your 21st birthday is coming up! You've decided where you're going, what you're doing, and what you're wearing, but you're yet to write your birthday invitations. We are here to help. Writing your birthday invitations can seem boring, but you can make it as fun as you want - you only turn 21 once!

There are many different places that you can find birthday invitation templates, and luckily, finding templates online is easy!

Free online templates

Lots of websites have free templates available for you to download - with styles for both adults and children. From then, you can print them at home, send them to be printed by a company, or email them to your birthday party guests. This makes a fun and affordable alternative to traditional birthday cards. To find what you're looking for, simply type the theme or style you're looking for, before 'birthday invitation template', e.g. 'Unicorn Birthday Invitation Template'.

Blogs

If you are just looking for the wording part, why not explore blogs? Many blogs will have articles on birthday invitation wording, with plenty of ideas to inspire you. Whether you're looking for cute invitation wording or formal invitation wording, we have the blogs for you! We also have blogs to help with wording for birthday invitations for all ages, including 1st, 30th, and 50th. Featured Product: Foil 30th Birthday Invitations - Sparkly Typography Many stationers also provide example wording on their invites, so go and look for some inspiration!

Alternatives

Alternatively, you could make your birthday party invitations on WhatsApp. Making invitations online has become increasingly popular in recent years, and nowadays, there are so many different ways to do it! Featured Product: Ready To Write Kids Birthday Invitations - Mermaid Party If you do decide to opt for traditional paper invitations, then don't forget to check out our amazing birthday collections! We have stationery for every age and party theme, with prices starting from just 48p. If you enjoyed this blog, make sure to check out the rest of our birthday blogs. We have a wide range of tips, tricks, and advice for hosting an amazing birthday party that guests won't forget!

Wondering where to order your birthday invitations?

There are a lot of shops with amazing invitations available to order. Take a look at larger websites and high-street shops if you're looking for something more generic and affordable. Or if you're looking for something a bit more bespoke, try looking online for smaller companies. Some companies will also let you order birthday invitations over the phone - perfect for those who are less confident online! Of course when you ask us where you should order birthday invitations, there's only one answer - Dotty about Paper! Read on to find out more about us... We offer a wide range of invitations for any birthday event, with personalised and ready-to-write styles available. Featured Product: 40th Birthday Invitations - Striped Peony Pattern Whether you're looking for birthday invitations for kids or adults, you're sure to find what you're looking for, with invites from ages 1-100! Featured Product: Kids Birthday Invitations - Unicorn Cake With invitations for every birthday theme, it is so easy to find what you're looking for - whether that's invites for a unicorn party or casino night. We also have more general designs, that are perfect for a small get-together, or a surprise party. With prices starting from just 48p, you can't go wrong. All of our invites are made of high-quality materials, meaning that you definitely get value for money. Featured Product: Fun Pool Party - Sweet Cone Bag & Sticker - Pack of 35 We also offer a wide range of matching stationery, including thank you cards, sweet cones, and party bags. This makes it super easy to theme your whole event. Plus, with speedy dispatch times, you're sure to get your stationery with plenty of time to spare. Don't forget to check out our other blogs - we have lots of tips and tricks for having an amazing birthday party!

Designing your own birthday invitations is a lot of fun, and is a great excuse to get creative! Follow these simple tips to design a birthday invitation that's perfect for you.

Theme

Before starting your invitation design, settle on a theme. There are so many themes to choose from, so you can get as creative as you wish. Think about the different venues that are available to you to ensure your party will go to plan. Here are just a few of our favourite themes: KidsFeatured Product: Childrens Birthday Invitations - Rainbow Unicorn -Unicorn -Pirate Party -Space -Horse Riding -Pool Party Adult Featured Product: Party Invitations - Barn Dance -Barn Dance -Casino -Cocktail Party -Nightclub -1920s

DIY?

Next choose how you want to make your invitations. There are so many different ways to make birthday invitations - e-cards, print outs, hand-crafted, and more! If you are going for a more professional look, we recommend you have your invitations printed by a company. However, if you're opting for something more unique, we think that hand-crafted cards are really special. Featured Product: Kids Birthday Invitations - Dinosaur World At Dotty about Paper, we offer ready-to-write invitations that you fill out by hand - an affordable alternative to designing invitations from scratch. We have so many designs available, so you're sure to find something for you. Ultimately, this is your decision, and we are sure that whatever you choose will look amazing!

Quality

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Creating your perfect birthday invitations can seem like a massive challenge, but it is easier than you would think. Combining a little bit of creativity and style with some planning will ensure your birthday invitations are fit for royalty! However, before you get started there are just a few things to consider:

Style

What kind of venue are you having your party at? Make sure that the style of your invitations matches your venue! There are so many different options to choose from, so take a look around to find something that you love. Featured Product: Cocktail Party Invitation For whatever venue or theme you choose, you're sure to find invitations to match at Dotty about Paper, with stationery to match every popular theme!

Details

Before you create your invitations, make sure you have decided on all of the party details. This will ensure that both your party and your stationery planning run smoothly! Featured Product: 40th Birthday Invitations - Marble & Rose Gold Typography The most important things to include on your invitations are the time, date, and location of your birthday party (as well as your name!), so be sure to finalise this beforehand. It is also important to put an RSVP date and contact number onto your invites to make it easy for guests to confirm their attendance. It is also essential to have finalised a guest-list before you start creating your invitations, as you won't know how many you need to order/send.

Quality

For your invitations to be truly perfect, they must have high-quality materials! We ensure all of the materials that we use for our invitations are great quality and look super stylish. You are sure to be impressed! Featured Product: 40th Birthday Invitations - Striped Peony Pattern Once you have considered all of these, it's time to make your invitations! There are many ways to create invitations, with a range of options at different price points. You can hand-craft your birthday invitations, create them online using a template, or even create an e-card. However, we will always be in favour of paper birthday invitations! Your birthday is a super special occasion, and deserves special stationery to match. Take a look at our wide range of birthday stationery and find your ideal design.