DIY 'Tying the Knot' Save the Dates.

I always wanted to attempt a DIY project and my wedding has become the perfect excuse! I am forever on Pinterest or wedding blogs looking for ideas.

I found the cutest tying the knot theme and had to make my own version. http://thenaturalweddingcompany.co.uk/blog/2011/06/do-it-yourself-eco-friendly-brown-card-and-raffia-rustic-save-the-dates/

Although I loved the rustic look I wanted it to have a little more colour, I popped into some arts & crafts stores to purchase a few items for my project.

Items I purchased:-

Micheal's

• Pastel coloured cardstock $4
• heart shaped stickers $ 1.25 ( I didnt use these so i will return them)
• envelope love sealed stickers $ 1.99 

Walmart

• calligraphy pen $4.99

DeSerres

• white envelopes $5.99
• Black ink pad $2.99
• "All you need is love" Stamp $6.99
• Pastel Coloured help cord $4.99

Originally, I was going to  decorate the card freehand but that didn't turn out so well- it was a complete hot mess! So I turned to Microsoft Office to create a template! I searched online for the perfect images!! It was tough, believe it or not it took me a good 2 hours.

Step 1: After creating the template, I took my cardstock to Staples to have them print it for me. The lady that was assisting me was such a sweetie, she offered to cut them all for me too. 

Step 2: Each card was folded into a 3 fold, I then used the "All you need is love" stamp on the front of each card. 

Step 3: I made a small hole using the end of a compass on each side of the card, I then placed my Hemp cord through it and tied a small knot.. I then looped it in the middle and placed the other end through the hole and knotted it. 

Step 4: Voila! i loosened the loop in the middle and folded the card to give it a go. As soon as you open the card the loop turns into a knot- which symbolizes our union as a couple tying the knot :)

I am so happy with the way they turned out, Hari absolutely loved them too, I think he was actually relieved with how cute they turned out. The cards were especially made for our close friends, I cant wait to see what they think!

I am happy to share the template that I made- Comment below with your email address and ill send it to you :) I would love to see different versions of this card. 

               What do you think of them?