Event Planning

Getting engaged can be a wonderful experience and you might have dreamt about walking down the aisle for much of your life. However, as soon as reality sets in and you have to start planning your big day, you might begin to panic. There’s a lot to arrange ahead of these events and the whole experience can be a little overwhelming at times. Basically, organising your wedding is party planning on a mass scale and you might have little or no experience of this. You’ll have to decide who to invite, book venues, arrange transport and put on entertainment. Then there are the photos to consider, as well as food and drink. Of course, you can’t neglect the all important outfits for the day. Another issue you’ll need to bear in mind is wedding invitation cards and other nuptial stationery.

A savvy approach

Thankfully, there’s a simple way to address the issue of stationery. By sourcing the items online, you can minimise your expense and benefit from complete convenience. You can even peruse your options on a break at work, or while you’re waiting for your tea to cook in the evening. Here at The Card Gallery we offer an array of fabulous products that might be perfect for you. Whether you’re after save the date cards or anything else, you should be able to find them on our website.

A growing trend

More and more consumers are heading online to source a whole range of goods and research conducted by MyHigh.St recently highlighted this trend. It found that six in ten shoppers no longer consider the high street to be their first port of call for everyday items, while four in ten of the 2,000 adults polled said they believe they can get better deals by heading online. In addition, one in six of the respondents revealed they don’t have time to go to the shops.

Avoiding hassle

A number of problems connected with high street shopping were identified by those questioned. For example, expensive or difficult parking, lack of choice and the inability to visit the shops during their limited opening hours were all off putting to consumers.

Convenience

Commenting on the findings, a spokesman for MyHigh.St said: “Long working hours and hectic schedules mean that British adults have very little time to conduct their shopping and so want convenience when they do get around to doing it. ”These days, most people turn to the internet to order everything from food, drinks, clothing and household essentials, rather than nipping down to their local high street or store to stock up.”

Take a look

So, if you want to get one more thing ticked off that long list of wedding to-dos, why not take a look around our website? We offer a superb range of cheap wedding stationery and other items that may be ideal for you. Coming to us for these products could save you time and money, and help you to create the big day you’ve been dreaming of.

When you are caught up in wedding arrangements, there is so much to think about. From the table settings and seating plans to the favours and invites..it seems like you're never going to remember it all! Luckily there are a number of wedding checklists available online to help you out, but one items which often gets missed off these lists are the wedding guest books for your special memories. A wedding guest book is a great memento to have our your wedding day - full of special messages from your loved ones wishing you well and telling you what your wedding means to them. It also provides a great focal point in a reception where guests can gather to write their messages and perhaps be introduced to each other for the first time. It's great fun finding out where people know the bride and groom from and how people are connected in the most unusual of ways! You often find out that the groom worked somewhere you never even knew about, or they attended a school in your local village, or even the different versions of how they met (nobody ever has the same story!) When it comes to choosing your wedding guest books, you can opt for a personalised version which makes it extra special as you can personalise it with your names or wedding date. And while you're ordering your guest book, don't forget to order your guest book pens too - there's nothing worse than digging out a half-chewed biro to accompany your gorgeous guest book!

Inviting your loved ones to your wedding should be an enjoyable task. The excitement of announcing your wedding, the thought of having your favourite people all together - even the gifts you hope to receive! However, it can easily become a little stressful, particularly where family politics are involved. Ultimately, the decision on who should be at your wedding lies with the bride and groom...but sometimes, other family members can become involved and give you their thoughts on your invite list too. There may be a distant cousin who you have only met once and you don't feel comfortable inviting them to your intimate ceremony. But you need to balance this against upsetting anyone else who might expect them to be invited...it's a fine line that you will need to learn to navigate. Once you have decided on the guest list, it's always a good idea to send out save the date cards in advance of sending out your actual wedding invites. When you send out save the date cards, you are giving people advance warning of your impending wedding day - and politely asking them to not book a holiday at the same time! Save the date cards are one of the very first things you will do in planning your wedding day and will allow you a little 'breather' from people continually asking when the date will be (they start asking as soon as that diamond is on your finger, by the way!) Once your save the date cards have been sent, you can get on with planning the other exciting bits of your wedding such as choosing your bridesmaids, picking your dress and sampling wedding cake...it's a hard job, but someones got to do it!

With Brad & Ange's forthcoming nuptials supposedly imminent, I would love to be a fly on the wall! But first, I'd need to have a disguise in order to secure the coveted wedding photograph of the year... Realistically (and being an undercover reporter) I would have to blend in with the crowds - not my usual extrovert attire, but something that won't give anyone a second thought. Hmmmmm a female clergy perhaps? My cassock could be adapted with pockets to conceal a camera or two, some recording equipment, pens and even a notebook. Someone from the church possibly wouldn't get a second look. I could mingle and eavesdrop, taking photographs as and when the opportunity presented itself. Everyone will be saying "ah poor Jen", but I would imaging she is somewhere exotic thousands of miles away with her latest beau! After all these years I'm sure she is over Brad and secretly thinks "just get on with it you silly pair of show offs!" Since Brad met Ange it has been a public circus with their colourful family, and I wouldn't mind betting Jen is thinking she had a lucky escape. The on/off relationship has become tiresome to anybody who could be bothered to follow their news. Will they get married? Won't they tie the knot? This is the question on many lips who can be bothered to hear their latest news. My theory (for what it's worth)... The nuptials will be in the middle of the jungle with tribesmen chanting around them whilst they say their vows on a high wooden makeshift platform. Angelina would be wearing a see-through wedding dress showing off her svelte figure, and Brad would possibly wear a full feathered headdress with all of their children dressed in tribal costumes taking their duties as bridesmaids & pageboys seriously. Or maybe not... A more traditional wedding day perhaps? Of course it would have to outdo any other celebrity wedding that has ever been held. Perhaps they are trying to fool everyone by letting us think that their wedding day will be held at their Chateaux? My theory is Vegas! It could be the perfect location - and I could be a little more daring and have a twinkly clergy attire! Anybody who is anybody will be invited to this grand affair, and posing as a woman of the cloth for the day is possibly one of my better ideas. Please God (no pun intended!) don't let anyone ask me anything religious! I could end up being frog marched outa there before Brad & Ange even arrive. Who knows whether it's going ahead. Will they, won't they? Where and when? But I have my outfit hanging up ready for the BIG day just in case my invite should arrive...

Many little girls dream of being a princess and their birthday is the perfect time for this. When it comes to princess birthday parties, it is important to let the guests know that this is the theme. The best way of doing that is by using princess birthday invitations and there are plenty of ideas for these.

The first, and something that is extremely popular at the moment, is Disney princesses. You could make the invites and include some of the most favourite princesses, such as Snow White, Fiona from Shrek and Ariel from the Little Mermaid. There are plenty of companies that make birthday invitations with Disney princesses on them, which helps to cut down on the time spent.

If you have time and your daughter is interested in history, opting for the historic princesses is an option. There are plenty to choose from and there is no need to just stick with British history. This is a great way to make the party different but it is not suitable for everyone. This theme will also be a little more difficult when it comes to princess birthday invitations as you will likely need to make your own.

Another option is where your daughter is the princess for the day and her guests are other members of the royal household. This is a great way to make a full day event of the birthday party, especially if it involves a sleepover afterwards. There are plenty of parts for guests, such as ladies-in-waiting, maids and servants. This is something that you could include on the princess birthday invitations so everyone knows what they are doing.

New Year’s Eve parties are exceptionally popular every year. Some people hold small house parties with friends while others will host street parties with the neighbours. When it comes to inviting guests, New Year invitations are required. The question is whether to make your own or buy the premade invites.

Making your own invitations is generally cheaper, which is a bonus considering how expensive New Year’s becomes. You need to pay for the card or paper and the printer ink, which are items that you will likely already have. It is often much more to buy premade invitations, especially if you are inviting a lot of people to your event.

However, buying the premade New Year invitations is often quicker and easier. The run up to Christmas and New Year is often a busy time since presents need to be bought and you need to stock up on food and drink. You may not have the time to design and make your own invitations, print them off and then send them out. Buying the ready-made ones means that you can quickly write names on them and just send them to your guests.

For those who have a fancy dress theme for the New Year’s Eve party, DIY invitations are something to consider. It is much easier to include the theme onto the New Year invitations to inform guests. This can be done through a series of pictures on the invites or you can just put it in writing somewhere on the paper.

If you would like your child to be brought up as a practising Christian, then getting them christened is the first step that you need to take. Religion is not always the only motivation for a christening event - it is also a great way to get the whole family together to celebrate your new baby's arrival. We often get asked if there is there an alternative to getting a child christened. A good alternative is to get your little one blessed or have a naming ceremony where, essentially, thanks is given for the baby's safe arrival into the world. You then have the option of christening your child when they are older and more able to understand what it involves. Once you have decided on either option, you will need to order christening invites for your child's big event. It is always good to order the christening invites for your child's christening in plenty of time before the special day - allowing people to make arrangements in advance to celebrate with you. You can also send out baby thank you cards after the service, thanking people for coming and for any kind gifts which they may have given your baby. While you're online ordering your stationery, don't forget to order any christening cameras too - making sure you capture every last memory of your child's special day!

Robot birthday invitations are fun and relatively easy to make. However, to cut down on time, you may consider hiring someone to make the invites for you. There are a number of pros and cons to hiring someone and here are just some of them. The first is the time it takes to find the perfect person or company. There are a number of companies and freelancers that offer invitation-making services but it is important to do some research. This will help you find someone reliable, affordable and worth the money that you pay. Always look into what others say about anyone you find and the internet is the best way of doing that. The second thing to consider is the delivery cost, especially when it comes to a company. The good news is that many companies will charge less for delivery for the larger orders, so it benefits you to hire in bulk. However, if you live local to the person making the robot birthday invitations, you may be able to avoid the delivery costs by picking up the invites yourself. One of the major benefits to hiring someone else is that you can have the invitations personalised but without having to do as much. This is great for those who do not have the artistic ability and for those who simply do not have the time to make their own invitations. All you need to do is tell the company or freelancer exactly what you want when it comes to robot party invitations and they will do it all for you in less time than it would take you.

Tea parties are great for birthday parties, get-togethers and general days out with friends. They can be as simple or as glamorous as you want them to be and the best way to show that is through tea party invitations. There are some considerations to make when it comes to choosing the perfect invite for your tea party.

One thing to consider is whether you would like your guests to bring anything for the tea party. Some hosts will supply the tea but ask their guests to bring their own cakes, sandwiches or biscuits and this needs to be included on the invite somewhere. If there is nothing included then guests will usually just bring a gift for the host, such as a bottle of wine or flowers.

The dress code is something else that needs to be included on the tea party invitations. When thinking about tea parties, frilly dresses and sun shades are often the first thought that comes to mind. You may have plans to go from a tea party to a dinner party afterwards, which will mean suits and elegant dresses, or you may just want a casual tea party with your friends and family members.

A third thing to consider is whether there is a theme. This is especially important if the party is for a birthday party so all guests know about the fancy dress theme and come dressed appropriately. The theme can easily be included on tea party invitations, whether in writing or in pictures.

Mother’s Day is a special time to remember the person that you call mum – or the person who you think of as a mum. Mommy cards are available from stores but you may consider making your own. There are pros and cons to making your own Mother’s Day cards and here are just some of them. The main benefit is that DIY cards are often more affordable, depending on how much detail you put on the cards and how you make them. Some people will make everything on the computer and just print the cards out, while others will want to make the cards by hand with glue, glitter and other additions. It is much easier to make the mommy cards more personal when making them yourself. This is because you have a blank canvas to work on. Many mothers appreciate the personal messages, no matter how short, because they have come from their children and not from someone who makes cards for a living. This is also a great way to involve the children; even children who are not old enough to write can be involved in making a card for Mother’s Day. This makes the day more special for the children as well as the mum as they have had a part in the day. However, making your own cards will take time and this is not something that all families have. It may also be difficult to make the cards without the mothers being around, especially in single parent households.

Moving home is hectic, especially when you have to let everyone know where you have moved to. The quickest way of doing that is through address cards. These are usually small, similar to business cards, and will inform your friends and family members of the new house address and any other details that may have changed, such as a phone number. Address cards are something that you can make yourself relatively easily. The best thing about doing them yourself is that it will cost much less money. All you need is a simple word program, some card and ink in your printer. It is possible to hire someone to do the cards for you but you will be charged much more and there are also delivery costs involved. You can make the cards as simple as you want. Some people will choose to put a picture of their new home in the top corner and then include the address, while others will just offer a simple white piece of card with the address in black writing. The main thing that you will need to think about is the use of the cards. Will they just be for family and friends or will you be using them for business purposes too? The size of the cards needs to be considered. Address cards are usually small enough to fit in a wallet but it is often difficult to find envelopes small enough if you are mailing the cards out to family members. Again, this will depend on any other use for the cards.