We're loving the wedding trend of save-the-dates in the form or vintage postcards -- a great way to get guests fired up for departure. These DIY tips from Melinda Morris, owner of Brooklyn, New York-based paperie Lion in the Sun, also earn our stamp of approval.
SOURCE. Ask your venue if they have old postcards of the establishment, or search the Web and create your own. Worried about copyrights? Relax -- many vintage postcards are royalty-free and can be reproduced for free; for all postcards printed before 1942, the copyrights have expired.
CREATE. Cast your own photo in a black-and-white or sepia hue to capture a vintage feel. Be sure to ask your printing press for authentic postcard graphics on the back.
PERSONALIZE. Consider hand-writing the text and then scanning it in so it looks like you filled out the postcard for each of your guests.
GET INSPIRED. Visit Melinda's website for ideas, or contact her directly to order her original vintage-inspired postcard creations.
Related Content
Add vintage wedding elements to your modern-day event with these romantic Old World-inspired pieces.
Randy Fenoli from TLC's Say Yes to the Dress dishes on his favorite bridal trends that are modern, chic and will stand the test of time. We complemented his choices with fab picks of our own, perfect for destination brides.
We asked three experts to answer frequently asked questions about destination wedding invitations. Read what they had to say on everything from wording to timing to cutting costs.
There's no need to spend a fortune on Save the Date magnets. Budget-conscious brides can easily make their own. Here's how.
Inspired by 1920s fashion? These travel-inspired vintage wedding pieces from the roaring 20s glam up any affair.
