{"id":17132,"date":"2017-06-14T12:14:39","date_gmt":"2017-06-14T17:14:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.paperdirect.com\/blog\/?p=17132"},"modified":"2017-06-14T12:14:39","modified_gmt":"2017-06-14T17:14:39","slug":"elegant-first-communion-invitations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.paperdirect.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/elegant-first-communion-invitations\/","title":{"rendered":"Elegant First Communion Invitations"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17133\" src=\"\/blog\/media\/NEW-PaperDirect-1.png\" alt=\"first-communion-invitations-PaperDirect\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.paperdirect.com\/blog\/media\/NEW-PaperDirect-1.png 600w, https:\/\/www.paperdirect.com\/blog\/media\/NEW-PaperDirect-1-150x100.png 150w, https:\/\/www.paperdirect.com\/blog\/media\/NEW-PaperDirect-1-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First Communion is a special time, and you want to make sure your invitations are just as special. Due to the formal nature of the event, a child\u2019s first communion aligns especially well with invitations that are just as elegant as the entire affair. Here are some tips for creating an invitation with an elegant and sophisticated vibe.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the Stationery <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loud colors, boldface type and cartoon images are out.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paperdirect.com\/church\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Church-themed, specialty invitations,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> postcards and border paper are in. Folded invitation cards are always a traditional classic, but you could also opt for postcard-type invitations sent out in matching envelopes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick a subdued background color, such as beige, gray, light blue or pink. Add a dabble of flair by opting for a decorative border or subtle imagery throughout the background.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the Font<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Script always adds an elegant flair to any invitation it graces, although it can be tough to read if it\u2019s used for the entire text. A wise compromise is to use script for the text that you want to emphasize, such as your child\u2019s name, the name of the church, and the request for invitees to RSVP.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a standard yet highly readable and attractive font for the rest of the text, such as Bookman Old Style, Georgia, or Baskerville Old Face. Times New Roman is another classic standby that works well in many situations. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wording to Use<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The wording for your first communion invitations should highlight the first communion recipient\u2019s name while providing all pertinent details guests need to know to attend. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mention of First Communion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name of First Communion recipient<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Date and time of mass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name of church (and location if people aren\u2019t familiar with it)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Details on brunch, lunch or celebration following the mass<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where the post-mass celebration will be held<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RSVP request and number to call<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An example of First Communion invitation text that covers all the above bases would look something like this:<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please join us to celebrate the<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First Holy Communion of (our son\/daughter)<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jane Doe<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunday, June 25, 2017<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 a.m. mass<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">St. Philips Church<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lunch immediately following<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Casa Diedra<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1426 E. Saguaro Road<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phoenix \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RSVP to (555) 555-5555 or e-mail address<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sticking with traditional wording, font, layout and stationery will create a classically elegant and special look for your first communion invitation, instantly letting guests now how important the occasion is for you, your family, and especially the recipient of this special sacrament. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Still need help with your invites? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paperdirect.com\/contactus.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Contact PaperDirect<\/a> today and have one of our experts guide you in the right direction.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>First Communion is a special time, and you want to make sure your invitations are just as special. 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