How to Select Invitations for a Fourth of July Party

Sending invitations is the best way to let people know that you are having an Independence Day party. Select invitations that are fun and informative, and your guests will really get in the spirit of the Fourth of July.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Colored paper
• Stickers
• Glue
• Markers
• Phone book

Choose a Theme for Invitations

1. Select invitations for your Fourth of July party featuring patriotic icons that will get your guests in the spirit of the holiday and excited for your party. Use familiar symbols and Americana like Uncle Sam, the Liberty Bell, the Statue of Liberty and the Constitution.
2. Go graphic with simple but effective images, shapes and colors that evoke the Fourth of July. Invitations can include American flags, stars, stripes, fireworks, and the colors red, white and blue.
3. Match invitations with the type of party you are having to let your guests know what to expect. Traditional Fourth of July parties are often barbecues or picnics, and many invitations are available that depict foods and items like hot dogs, hamburgers, barbecue grills, picnic baskets and parks.

Choose the Type of Invitations

4. Use pre-made and printed invitations available for purchase. These invitations feature a wide range of themes and are convenient and easy to use. Most have spaces where you can write or type the pertinent information about the party such as host name, date, time and any special instructions.
5. Make your invitations by hand for a personal feel and enjoy the fun of a creative project as well. Homemade invitations let you customize the design however you would like and also show your guests that you have put time and energy into the planning of the party.
6. Consider using online invitations to save on time and postage. The online invitations offered at Evite are free and easy to use. Simply enter the information about your party and the email addresses of your guests, and the site will send an email directing them to your invitation. Once they have viewed the invitation, the site allows them to RSVP to the party, and will update you on their responses.

Locate and Purchase Invitations

7. Surf the Internet for great deals and a huge variety of Fourth of July invitations. There are numerous sites that sell party supplies and invitations, and the selection is truly outstanding, but make sure that any online payments are made through a secure server.
8. Shop the party supply stores in your area. Many of these stores allow you to select and purchase themed packages that include invitations as well as decorations, paper goods, party favors and even costumes.

Tips & Warnings

• Coordinate the invitations with the theme of the party to tie everything together. Use the same colors, patterns and graphics that you will use to decorate the party.

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