How to Format Birthday Invitations
The format of your invitation might vary depending upon the type of birthday celebration your are having. However, from a formal ball to a relaxed BBQ party, there are certain elements that should be included in all birthday invitations, including the location, date and time. Format your invitations to complement the theme of your party, such as a sky-blue background for a summertime garden party. Creating your birthday invitations is about having fun, experimenting and expressing your personality. It is simple and easy to create birthday invitations using the basic publishing software on your computer. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Open your publishing program to create a new document. Some publishers offer templates that allow you to create invitations. If yours does not, create your own invite using a blank document.
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Match your party theme with your invitation. For a birthday party for a baby girl, create a pale-pink background on your desktop publisher program. Alternatively, create a clean, simple black border for a formal invite.
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Choose relevant clip-art on your desktop publisher, such as a champagne glass or a birthday cake. You can stretch the image to make it larger or smaller, depending where you decide to use it within your invite. For a more personal touch, use a photograph of the guest of honor. If the party is for a 50th birthday, use an image of the guest of honor as a small child.
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Select a font to create your text with. There will be a selection to choose from on your publishing program, from fun and child-like to calligraphy styles. The font you select should coordinate with the party so that guests get a feel for the event. Use a calligraphy style for an elegant ball or a simple, bold text for an informal party.
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Type the relevant information on to your invitation, including date, time and dress code. Select a suitable text size that is easy and clear to read.
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Create a tear-off section at the bottom of your invitation that allows guests to RSVP. This only needs to be simple and could read " I will/will not be attending Peter's birthday party on the June 1." Guests can circle the response that applies to them, and by repeating the details of the party, it ensures that guests understand the information.
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Look at your invite in print-preview mode to see how the finished result will look. If you are happy with it, print the required amounts of invites. If you think the text looks too big or small, adjust it before printing.
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