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Toast the (Still) Happy Couple with These 12 Anniversary Invitations

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All these years later, your love is still going strong. Sometimes, you’re not quite sure how you do it, but with a little patience, a pinch of tough love, and years’ worth of compromise, you fall deeper in love every year. And now, here you are, ready to send out your wedding anniversary invitations to celebrate another year of marriage.

Whether celebrating one year of marriage or 60, you want your friends and loved ones by your side. Some of them have been with you since the beginning — popping bottles at your bachelorette party, tearing up at your bridal shower, and holding your bouquet at the altar. But now, your family and group of friends have expanded, and you want all these new faces to gather with you at your anniversary party, too.

Because that’s what a marriage is, isn’t it? There comes a point when it’s no longer just about the two of you. Your lives have merged into one, bringing all your friends, family, children, and loved ones into it.

And these anniversary card invites ensure they’re right there with you, toasting to your “we still do” and your lives together. We’ve recommended invitations for different milestones, but each of these anniversary invites can be customized to match your stage of marriage.
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Catholic Wedding Invitation Wording and Design Ideas

Catholic wedding invitation

For many couples, having a Catholic church wedding and saying “I do” before God and loved ones is a sacred experience that highlights the importance of faith.

Before you get to the altar, you’ll want to select a Catholic wedding invitation that sets the tone for your big day. With that goal in mind, we’re sharing ideas on how to craft your wedding invitation message — including Bible verses. We’ll also share some of our favorite Catholic wedding invitation designs that you can begin customizing as soon as you’re ready.
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Winter Onederland Party: Glittering Ways to Celebrate a One-Year-Old

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Your precious baby is turning one! It seems like yesterday that you were planning a baby shower and getting ready for your bundle of joy’s arrival. Now it’s time to start planning a first birthday party

Whether your child is a wintertime baby or you’re simply a fan of seasonal celebrations, you can’t go wrong with a winter onederland party. A fun twist on a winter “wonderland” theme, this birthday party idea is packed with enchanting elements ranging from snowflakes and snow-flocked pine trees to polar bears, penguins, and Arctic foxes.

Here, we’ll share our favorite winter onederland party ideas that span whimsical decorations, festive foods, and wintry invitations to create the ultimate first birthday bash.
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12 Elegant Wedding Invitations for a Show-Stopping Affair

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A wedding invitation isn’t just an invitation, it’s an introduction — an introduction to the moment you’ve spent months, perhaps even years, planning. It sets the tone for your special day, laying the groundwork for the many details you have in store. And if your heart is set on throwing the wedding event of the year, you’re probably on the hunt for beautifully elegant wedding invitations.

To help you on your quest, we’ve gathered our favorite elegant wedding invitation ideas, along with top tips and advice to help you put together your dream formal wedding invites.
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Wedding Announcements: Your Guide to Sharing the Exciting News

Wedding announcements: wedding announcement card, 2 rings, and flowers

Your wedding planning adventure doesn’t end with your honeymoon. Whether you’ve just tied the knot or planning ahead, sending wedding announcements after your big day is an ideal way to share the happy news.

Fortunately, you can create and send wedding announcements with ease. In this guide, we’ll show you how to create your own beautifully customized wedding announcements alongside some of our favorite wording ideas and designs.
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Donuts, Popsicles, and Beyond: 20 Alternatives to Wedding Cake

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For your wedding, it makes sense that you’d want everything to be personalized — including the dessert! And the truth is, cake isn’t for everyone. If a quintessential tiered wedding cake just isn’t your thing, don’t feel obligated to choose this dessert option for your wedding celebration. There are countless alternatives to wedding cake that can be equally special and delicious.

If you’re looking for some fresh inspiration for your wedding dessert, keep scrolling. We’re sharing our list of can’t-miss, must-have, all-time favorite wedding cake alternatives.
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11 Winter Wonderland Baby Shower Ideas and Invitations

Winter wonderland baby shower table setting

Whether snow is falling outside or you dream of wintry landscapes in the middle of summer, hosting a winter-themed baby shower is a wonderful way to celebrate a little snowflake on the way. Here, you’ll find winter wonderland baby shower ideas for food, decor, activities, and invitations to create a fabulous celebration that welcomes the new arrival.
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Friendsmas Invitations: Designs, Wording Ideas, and Planning Tips

Friendsmas invitation: friends happily celebrating Christmas together

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and that means parties, gatherings, and fun with loved ones. If you’re in the holiday spirit and want to plan a get-together, consider a Friendsmas party. It’s the perfect excuse to get everyone together for a fancy or silly evening of festivities. 

Here, you’ll find tips for planning a Friendsmas party plus 10 our favorite invitation designs to get guests counting down the days to your event. We’ve also included fun phrases and ideas for what to write in your invitation.
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Men’s Birthday Invitation Designs: 15 Ideas for Your Celebration

Men birthday invitation: man happily looking at the blue sparkle on his cake

There’s no doubt that planning a birthday celebration is work. But there’s one part of the process that’s actually fun — choosing the invitations! That’s where this list comes in. Here, you’ll discover some of our favorite men’s birthday party invitation designs to celebrate a special guy in your life. Whether you’re looking for something sporty, silly, vibrant, or cool, get ready to find a birthday party invite that suits him and matches your birthday party theme. 
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Fun and Festive Cookie Party Ideas for the Holidays + Planning Tips

The best things about the holidays: parties, festive decor, friends, family, and cookies. Mix all those things together and you’ll have yourself a Santa-worthy soirée. We don’t blame you if you want to surround yourself with cookies all season — we’re right there with you. That’s why we’re here to share some of our favorite ideas for hosting the ultimate cookie party.

Whether you’re planning an adults-only holiday hang with your pals or a kid-friendly get-together with the little ones, we have plenty of cookie party ideas to ensure your holiday season is sweet!
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