Yes, it’s true! You can create amazing wedding invitations for FREE!
After living together for more than ten years, Marcus and I just became officially engaged a few months ago. I know, it’s about time! We will be doing a simple ceremony with a small group of our family and friends in attendance. Even though we are a mature bride and groom, this is still a big day for both of us and we want to create an enjoyable experience for everyone. Now that we’ve set the date, we need to plan a wedding. When we began making our budget it became apparent that we needed to find some creative ways to save money without sacrificing what we wanted.
We both want an outdoor event but also know that we will need to have plans for those who need accommodations due to mobility or health. As you know the extreme weather that we experience here in the South makes an outdoor wedding in August unbearable for most sane people. However, a ceremony at the state park in the spring when the flowers are blooming and the temperatures are mild would not only be comfortable for everyone, it would also save us money on decorating. Mother Nature will provide most of the flowers.
We all know that no southern gathering is complete without food. And, we wouldn’t want anyone saying that we didn’t throw a proper southern party. Good thing we have some experience in this area. In addition to catering my parent’s 50th-anniversary celebration, we have catered two of our children’s weddings and many large family events over the years.
So we will be preparing the food and drinks for our big day, also. Marcus and I both love pulled pork and the fixins’ that go with it. I’m feeling a country bbq theme starting to take form. With a date, a place, and a general idea of what we want our day to be like it’s time to put it in writing. Invitations!
After food and decorations, one substantial cost is often invitations. They are more than telling your guests exactly where and when the wedding will be held. Just like when you meet someone for the first time, the invitation is the first impression of the wedding to come. And we all know, you don’t get a second chance to make a good first impression. Your invitations will set the mood for the wedding so it’s important that. Adobe Spark is a design app that you can use with your smart devices or web browser. They have some beautiful wedding invitation templates for you to choose from. With free wedding invitation templates from Adobe Spark, you’ll assemble graphics, text, and typography like an expert. In no time, you’ll be designing your own custom wedding invitations with personality.
How to make your own wedding invitations using the Adobe Spark wedding invitation maker:
- Get started by going to Adobe Spark.
Here you will be able to choose from beautiful wedding invitation templates and design your own wedding invitation in minutes. - Select a size for your wedding invite
Whether you’re designing formal printed invitations or sending out informal social media invites, Adobe has a wide range of template sizes for all types of wedding-related invitations and announcements for you to pick from. - Pick a theme that grabs attention
From fun, funky, and formal to traditional or avant-garde, Adobe Spark’s wedding invitation templates let you clearly communicate the theme of your event. Don’t be afraid to experiment with various options. - Choose an image
Adobe Spark makes it easy for you to upload and edit your own images. You can even add all sorts of special effects. They also have romantic graphics and free images that you can use. - Decide on a style of typography
The kind of lettering you choose for your custom wedding invitations says a lot about you. You can try different typography styles with just a few mouse clicks to see which one fits your vision. - Download, print or share your invitation
This couldn’t be easier! You can download or send your finished design to a printer with one click. You can also instantly share it via email or social media post.
I had fun trying different styles, fonts, images and really appreciated that I could see the results of my changes immediately. Adobe Spark was new to me and with a little bit of practice, I was able to learn how to make our invitations reflect our personalities.
What do you think of our wedding invitation and the announcement that I made using Adobe Spark? We both love that it looks professional. The invitation isn’t exactly as I had envisioned it would be. That’s because when I got started creating I discovered some awesome features that I just had to have. I created our invitation and announcement using images, graphics, and fonts that were offered for FREE on their site.
Do you have a special event coming up? Are you looking to make a good impression or increase your presence on social media? Adobe Spark offers all kinds of free templates. You really need to check them out!
Tamra Phelps says
This would be a great idea. First, you would save a lot of money. Second, you could get just what you want in look, style, etc.
Marcus says
Tamra, it seems you are a very concious consumer,You Go Girl! lol
John Smith says
This would be great for all sorts of design projects!
Marcus says
John, Thank You for recognizing the diversity of Adobe.
alice f says
Invitations are so expensive! Wedding, birthday or graduation, invitations cost so much money. Adobe is a wonderful way to save a lot of money. Thank you for this post!
Marcus says
Alice, you are quite Welcome! I am so glad you saw the same value as I in this Adobe Post!
Elizabeth O says
Wedding preparations can be very expensive . The idea of creating your own invitations is so clever. Aside from getting the cost down, it is good that you have a personal touch on your special day.
Marcus says
Elizabeth, Wow you hace crystallized my thoughts beautifully!!
Agnes Vazhure says
I am a fan of Adobe programs. I love the outcome of every projects so much. This one looks great! Nice idea!
Marcus says
Thank You Agnes, I am Glad to hear you have had positive experiences with Adobe! I am greatful for your feedback!
arun says
The invitation looks good. And it’s great that it has options and we can style according to our own preference.
Marcus says
Arun, I couldn’t have said it better girl! Thank You.
Clarice says
First, congratulations on your engagement.
Second, thank you for this helpful and practical post. I am a DIY person thus, I super love the idea of making DIY invitations.
Marcus says
Clarice, first Thank You very much! And second Thank You for being a creative DIY person it takes Courage,I happen to know Girl!! LOL
forkwardthinkingfoodinista says
Weddings can be such an expensive event for sure. this is a great way to keep the costs down x
Marcus says
I am so Happy you saw value in this Post!
nurselinda101 says
This is such a great idea. Weddings can be so expensive. Great idea for those engaged. Thank you for sharing
Marcus says
Nurselinda, I totally agree, and you are Welcome.
Patricia M. says
Congratulations on your engagement Paula, it’s so fun to plan for a weeding. Hope everything goes with with the nuptials. Thanks for the tip about Adobe Spark, I have not heard of it before but will be trying.
Marcus says
Patricia M., Thank You so Much! I think you will be surprised about Adobe Sparks Great Variety of choice!
teamryce road3ps says
oh wow this is very helpful, I’ve been struggling for sites that can make me a free invitations for my kids birthdays but either it always have a watermark or it won’t have a beautiful result. Thanks for sharing.
Marcus says
It makes my Day when people like yourself see Useful information in our Posts! Thank You!
itsahero says
This is such a great idea! I bet it would also be great for birthday party invites!
Marcus says
Yes it would, although it’s not my Birthday Yet!! LOL
tat2gurlzrock says
This is a great idea. These look really nice!
Marcus says
Thank You TatGirl!!
StressedMum (@stressedmum01) says
This is great for those planning their wedding and trying to save money, there are some great designs here
Marcus says
Why Thank You StressedMum!
maartjevansandwijk says
Great tutorial! And congrats to anyone getting married soon! <3
Marcus says
Thank You very much!
delhifundos2014 says
Thanks for sharing useful information. It saves lot of time
Marcus says
You are welcome!
Ellie Plummer says
Ooh this is a great idea. I have never used Adobe Spark but seems like it works really well
Marcus says
Ellie, we try to bring you the Best and most useful stuff!lol.
Kuntala Banerjee Bhattacharya says
Hey this is quite cool, I was not aware of Adobe Spark. I will share the same with my friends. The templates look very elegant. You know in India we create wedding cards very elaborately with lots of designs, hope I was able to show you.
Marcus says
I would Love to see some cultural Art Girl !!
Jen says
This is a great idea. Never tried adobe spark now that I know I can use this with my social media posts. I can see they have great template as well, awesome. Thanks for sharing.
Marcus says
Jen, you are very welcome! now go have Fun with Adobe!
Angela Ricardo Bethea says
That sounds like a great idea, how come I’ve never heard of this before. They have plenty of wonderful templates to choose from and I’ll definitely check them out someday.
Marcus says
Angela, I’m pleased you now know about Adobe!!
Celebrate Woman (@DiscoverSelf) says
Somebody could create a festive invite that looks like professionally done. Awesome, thank you.
Marcus says
Yes,I had that same perception! Ain’t it Sweet! lol
Tanya says
Oh how I wish this article was out 5+ yrs ago, when I was paying for wedding invitations! This is incredible
Marcus says
Tanya, ain’t it Sweet! BTW I am still working on that Time Machine Girl!! LOL
Erik the Hungry Traveller says
First off Congratulations! Second, the design is just awesome. I love creating my own stuff as well as Im a tad bit of a control freak so the step by step guide makes it very easy to design.
Marcus says
Erik,Thank You! As far as the Control Freak thing, You might be My Brother!! lol Dude Keep creating. You know Creativity takes Courage!!
anchoredinelegance says
I use Spark all the time at work and never even considered it could be used for wedding invitations! Seriously brilliant idea.
Marcus says
Trust me, I have done the same thing! using something at work and never thinking about other applications!! lol
TweenselMom (@TweenselMom) says
Adobe Spark! I’ve got to check this out. I’ve only used Canva and iPiccy for my graphics but Canva now needs pay so I am stuck with iPiccy. I hope this works with me.
Marcus says
I think there is a Good chance!!
BIWOT SHADRACK says
This is really informative. Thanks for sharing
♡Stephanie Stebbins♡ (@stephsteb) says
Great idea! Thank you!
Viano Dee says
This very nice. A very detailed step by step tutorial. Thank you so much for this.
Paula says
You’re welcome, be sure to check them out. They have some great templates for social media posts.
stephsocial.com says
Wow these are beautiful wedding invites! And free?! Weddings are so expensive so any savings is good!
Paula says
Yes, FREE! I was so shocked at the quality of the stock images they had to use.
Jasmine M says
I never knew you could do this! This is such a great way to do your own wedding invitations without having to spend a ton of money. Thanks for this!
Paula says
I didn’t either! My parents ordered 250+ fancy invitations for my wedding in the 1980s and paid a small fortune for them.
Sushmita Malakar (@sushmitamalakar) says
Oh! This is helpful. I was looking for something to create a wedding card for my best friend’s wedding. Thanks 🙂
Paula says
Congratulations to your friend. I’m sure with Adobe Spark you will be able to create a beautiful card for her.
Bella says
This is amazing, you can do so so much with photo shop!
Paula says
Amazingly, this was all done with Adobe Spark online!
Maureen says
I wish I saw this option a few years back when I was planning my wedding. Good info!
Paula says
Be sure to bookmark it. Adobe Spark offers all kinds of templates for social media, babies, birthdays, parties, holidays, and so much more.
sdamasceno says
This is good to know and an easy way to save money. I will have to check it out.
Marcus says
I think it would be worth your time.
Loril Bosworth says
These free Adobe Spark wedding invitations look really good! It’s a great way for the bride and groom to save money!
Marcus says
Loril, thank you very much! It’s much better than my idea of using multi colored Sharpies! lol
Michael David Oyco says
Thanks for the tips. My dad will have his 60th soon so might as well try this. Thanks again! Wohoo
Marcus says
Michael, I think you will have fun creating your own Birthday invitations! BTW tell him Happy Birthday from Marcus!
musingsandadventureswriter says
So good. Happy union to you both. One shouldn’t go bankrupt planning weddings like most people are wont to do plus you’ll have fun in the process.
Marcus says
I couldn’t have said it better then that! Thank You very Much!!
Marjie Mare says
This very informative. I did not know about Adobe Spark. I will share with my sister in law for my niece. She just got engaged.
Marcus says
Marjie, it warms my Heart knowing that this Post may help you and your Family!!