The Invitations are the Vibe — Don’t DIY the Vibe
When you're planning a wedding, it's tempting to think: "We can just DIY the invitations and save some money." It sounds simple enough—drag and drop some florals in Canva, pick a romantic script font, hit print, and boom—done. Right?
Not exactly.
At Reverie Paper Co., we know how much heart goes into planning your celebration. Your wedding paper should reflect that—beautifully, intentionally, and without the chaos of printer jams and paper cuts. Here’s why we gently recommend skipping the DIY route for your invitations:
1. DIY is rarely as affordable (or easy) as it looks
By the time you buy the software, printer ink, cardstock, envelopes, tools, and enough tape runners to get through assembly… you're likely spending more than you expected. Factor in your time, stress, and the inevitable do-overs (misprints, typos, formatting mishaps), and the “savings” start to feel like a myth.
With our semi-custom invitations, you're not just paying for paper—you’re investing in a seamless, guided experience.
2. Your wedding deserves more than a one-click template
We’ve seen it all: six fonts crammed onto one page, pixelated florals, eucalyptus clip art… in December.
The truth? Not all templates are created equal. The kind you drag and drop in Canva? Designed for convenience, not creativity. They weren’t made to reflect you.
At Reverie, our semi-custom suites start with thoughtful, professionally designed foundations—but the magic is in how we tailor them to your story. From custom venue watercolors and monograms to curated embellishments like wax seals, deckled edges, and envelope liner—these aren’t “plug-and-play.” They’re elevated, intentional, and distinctly yours.
It’s customization, without the chaos.
3. Professional printing makes a huge difference
We’re talking texture, weight, ink quality, alignment, trimming, and tactile luxury. Letterpress, foil stamping, and specialty finishes are what elevate your paper from “cute” to keepsake.
Unfortunately, most home printers (and even office printers) just can’t compete. No judgment—but the difference between a handmade DIY card and a professionally printed suite is night and day.
4. DIY can turn into a full-time job—fast
Designing. Printing. Cutting. Stuffing. Stamping. Tracking RSVPs. Wrangling return envelopes. And heaven forbid the stamps are crooked.
What starts as a weekend project quickly becomes a two-month undertaking—often right when you’re already managing venue timelines, guest lists, and vendor emails. Instead, let us take care of the details so you can focus on, well… everything else.
5. Your invitations set the tone for your entire wedding
This is the first thing your guests will touch, hold, and admire. It’s more than an announcement—it’s your introduction, your mood board, your first impression. It deserves the same attention to detail as your flowers, dress, and venue.
And let’s be honest: no one cries over a Canva template. But they do tear up over a hand-painted watercolor of the chapel where they’ll say "I do."
The bottom line?
Unless paper design is your passion, leave this one to the pros. At Reverie Paper Co., we help couples elevate their wedding stationery from ordinary to extraordinary. We’ll guide you every step of the way—with beauty, intention, and a whole lot less stress.
Want to explore your options? Click here to inquire or order a sample kit to experience the magic in person.