How to Write Invitations

Having a party or get together soon? Instead of sending out an email or calling, be classy and mail an invitation for your occasion. This will make your guest feel special because you took the time to send them an invitation that can be a nice keepsake. Here is how to write invitations.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Invitations
• envelopes
• stamps
• nice writing pen

1. 
    
   Who

   WHO
   First let the invitees know who is throwing the event. Whether it is an individual or a company's picnic, then state the name of the person or organization.
   
   Who: Frank and Carol Simmons

2. 
    
   What

   WHAT
   Next let the invitees know what the event is. This way the people you are inviting can decide whether or not they are interested in your event.
   
   What: A Wine and Cheese Tasting

3. 
    
   Where

   WHERE
   Next inform the invitees of where the event is taking place. Include directions, telephone number and address of the place on a small card or back of the invitation. Even if you think everyone knows where the event will be held, still include directions.
   
   Where: Carol's Bistro

4. 
    
   When

   WHEN
   This is where you will include the date and time of the event. This way your invitees will know how to put your event in their schedule.
   
   When: Saturday, July 11, 2009 at 6:00 PM

5. 
    
   RSVP

   RSVP
   Very important that you include an RSVP date and phone number. This way you will know how much food, drinks and supplies you will need for your event. Of course everyone is not going to RSVP so be prepared.
   
   RSVP: Please contact Susan at 555-1908 by July 1st.

6. 
    
   Attire

   ATTIRE
   Depending on the type of atmosphere you want for your event, let your invitees know the attire you prefer. For example, if you are having an after five event and you want people to wear after five attire you need to state that. Do not think that it would be understood.
   
   Attire: After five attire.

7. 
    
   Mail

   MAIL
   Mail your invitations in a timely manner so people can decide whether or not they can attend your event. Mailing the invitations a month before the event should be enough time. This will also give people a chance to buy a new outfit as well as RSVP on time.

Tips & Warnings

• Chose an invitation according to the theme of your party. For example, if you are having a wine and cheese party, find an invitation with a wine bottle on the front. When the person opens the invitation they will know what kind of event you are having.
• You can either handwrite your invites neatly or make them on the computer.

[Mitestarossa]

on 7/7/2009 Creating your own invitations at home can be so much fun.

[ljbinkop]

on 7/6/2009 Thanks for the advice on writing invitiations!

[waters]

on 7/5/2009 Great tips; on how to write your own invitations. 5*

[godfather25]

on 7/3/2009 Awesome article on writing wedding invitations. 5*

[edieness]

on 7/3/2009 Great tips on How to Write Invitations.