How do I know which Inserts?

For most special occasion stationery an insert is used - this is simply a piece of paper on which the details are printed and is adhered inside the card and gives a more professional look than printing directly onto the card.

Apart from looking better, an insert has the advantage that it can be added at the last minute. So you can make your invitations well in advance, then print and add the inserts just before sending them out. Using insert paper, also allows you time to confirm final details, allowing you some time to also confirm your guestlist with your partner/family.

a) A smooth plain white or smooth ivory paper is usually used for inserts, but vellum (translucent paper) is also popular as are coloured, textured and pearlescent papers.
b) The paper should be good quality, but not too heavy as thick paper can make the card too bulky. 100gsm is an ideal weight for insert paper.
c) If using a special type of handmade paper, it’s a good idea to test it through your printer to make sure the ink doesn’t smudge.
d) Inserts are available in all the regular sizes, these are cut slightly smaller than the card size you use, making the overall look, very professional.
e) All our cards available in the DIY wedding stationery section have matching inserts available, we now also have available inserts gatefold cards.
f) Remember to work out the amount of space needed on the insert, this will help you to decide what size of card to use for the Wedding Invitations & Order of Service. ie:
g) when deciding the card size for the Order Of Service, you will need to determine if you will use one or two paper inserts for the text inside. Firstly this is so you will know how many sheets to purchase. And secondly, you need to decide in which way the inserts will stick on the inside of the order of service.