While we love to DIO ("do it ourselves" - the lesser-known plural version of DIY), these vintage farm invitations from Tinyprints (www.tinyprints.com) were just too cute to pass up! And, we still ended up putting our own personal touch on them, as you'll see below.
We were introduced to Tinyprints by a friend who threw an amazing 60+ person party for her daughter's christening this summer. So, we decided to try them out for the vintage farm party we threw a few weekends ago - and, they didn't disappoint!
The quality and clarity of the images are good, and the "regular" cardstock is thick enough. (There is an option to order extra-thick cardstock, but we don't think it's necessary.) Shipping was quicker than expected - we ordered these on a Friday afternoon and they were delivered on the following Monday! There are tons and tons of really great design options for a whole variety of occasions, from birthdays to holidays and everything in between - many of the designs even have multiple colour choices. Some of the invitations also have matching thank you cards, place cards and more, which is great when you want a one-stop-shopping experience.
One downside about ordering from Tinyprints is that there isn't an option not to have the Tinyprints name and symbol on the back of each card. While we were aware of this before ordering, and thought we could live with it, we decided after seeing the invites that we wanted to cover it up. Various options for doing so were thrown around ThePPC office, including a sticker "patch" in the shape of a pig or other farm animal, but in the end, we decided to go all out.
Tinyprints offered a free option to include a second picture on the back of this invitation, and we had taken advantage of it. To complement the farm theme, we decided to attach barn doors made out of corrugated cardboard, coffee stir sticks, and brad "hinges". When the invitee opened the doors, they were treated to an adorable picture of our little farmer. Super fun, right?
One downside about ordering from Tinyprints is that there isn't an option not to have the Tinyprints name and symbol on the back of each card. While we were aware of this before ordering, and thought we could live with it, we decided after seeing the invites that we wanted to cover it up. Various options for doing so were thrown around ThePPC office, including a sticker "patch" in the shape of a pig or other farm animal, but in the end, we decided to go all out.
Tinyprints offered a free option to include a second picture on the back of this invitation, and we had taken advantage of it. To complement the farm theme, we decided to attach barn doors made out of corrugated cardboard, coffee stir sticks, and brad "hinges". When the invitee opened the doors, they were treated to an adorable picture of our little farmer. Super fun, right?
We won't bore you with the full details (feel free to email if you have questions though!), but, the process of making these involved cutting the cardboard to size and making an "I" shape in the centre, measuring and cutting stir sticks, drilling a tiny hole for the hinge, and attaching everything with a hot glue gun. Easy peasy!
While these are not the cheapest invitations you can find online, Tinyprints often has promotions for 20-30% off (but note that their free shipping offers do not apply to Canada). All in all, we would recommend Tinyprints for their variety of adorable designs and good quality printing and paper.
What online stationery companies have you used?
Love,
Ashley, Jen and Alessandra
While these are not the cheapest invitations you can find online, Tinyprints often has promotions for 20-30% off (but note that their free shipping offers do not apply to Canada). All in all, we would recommend Tinyprints for their variety of adorable designs and good quality printing and paper.
What online stationery companies have you used?
Love,
Ashley, Jen and Alessandra
