Save the Dates - How to be Creative and Have Fun with Them

Save the date cards are a great way to announce the exciting news of your upcoming wedding date to your family and friends. Since this is going to be one of the most joyous days of your life, have some fun spreading the news. Save the date cards come in many light-hearted designs to reflect the excitement you feel about your engagement.

With so many save the date designs to choose from, you could easily select one that reflects your personalities whether you choose a magnet or a card style.

You can create a keepsake for your guests by including your favorite photo or photos on a save the date magnet so they can conveniently display it on their refrigerator.

Another unique design is a save the date card that includes a sticker for guests to place on their calendar as a reminder of your wedding date.

Other save the date cards can come in specific themes or even creative shapes to set the tone for your wedding. Destination or beach weddings inspire many unique shapes and designs such as flip flops, luggage tags, beach scenes, etc. There are also specific designs for Vegas weddings.

Consider giving your guests a pleasant surprise by sending them a card where they must scratch off an area to reveal your wedding date similar to a lottery ticket.

How about including a magnet that is printed with your wedding month and has your wedding date circled. Again, the magnet can easily be displayed as a reminder.

Have some fun by presenting your guests with admission tickets to save the date for your 'special' event.

Save the dates also come in a wide variety of colors in case you are trying to match the colors of your wedding.

Since you are announcing one of the most joyous days of your life, why not have some fun with your Save the Dates. Your wedding invitations can play a more formal role later in your wedding planning.

Learn more about save the date cards.