In this DIY tutorial I’ll show you how to make these ‘Tying the Knot’ wedding Save the Date Cards. These cute save the dates will be a lovely surprise for your guests when they open them and ‘Tie the Knot’…
You Will Need…
- A7 Cards
- Letter Size Paper
- A1/4 Bar Size Envelopes (3 5/8in x 5 1/8in)
- Hemp Cording/Baker’s Twine
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Pen/Sharpie
- Hole Punch
- Printer
How to Make…
1. Download and print the save the date template* onto your card and personalise…
2. Make a mark halfway up each side of the card and then punch a hole where you have marked…
3. Fold the card in half. Cut your hemp cording to around 10inches in length, tie a knot at one end and thread the other end through the hole…
4. Tie a loose knot in the middle of your cord and then thread through the other hole…
5. Pull the knot so it’s almost taut when the card is folded and the cord is about 5inches long, then tie a knot to secure it on the other side…
6. When the card is opened the knot will pull itself in place…
7. Download and print the envelope liner template* onto letter sized paper and line your envelopes…
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*Please note that the templates are no longer available for download, but we’ve decided to keep this article live so you can use the ‘tying the knot’ concept on your own design.
