Wedding Invitation

If you’re unsure about anything, Print Prime offers free file checks to ensure your prints perfectly the first time.

Preparing your wedding invitation artwork correctly ensures clean trimming, accurate folding, and flawless print quality. Whether you’re printing flat invitations, folded cards, or multi-card wedding suites, correct file setup prevents delays and guarantees a luxury finish.

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1. File Format – Submit as Print-Ready PDF

Please supply your artwork as a PDF to Print file.

Why PDF?

• Preserves layout and fonts

• Prevents design movement

• Maintains image quality

• Ensures accurate scaling

• Reduces print errors

If you created your invitation in Canva, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, or Word — export it as a PDF before sending.

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IMPORTANT – Your PDF Must Be FLAT

Your PDF file must be flattened (FLAT) before submission.

A flat PDF means:

• No editable layers

• No live transparency effects

• No hidden objects

• All elements merged correctly

Flattened files prevent foil misalignment, trimming issues, and colour inconsistencies.

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Canva Users – How to Export Flat PDF

If your design was created in Canva:

1. Click Download

2. Select PDF Print

3. Tick the option “Flatten PDF”

4. Download and submit

This ensures your wedding invitations print exactly as designed.

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2. Designing at the Correct Size

Always design at the flat (open) size, not folded size.

Example:

• A5 folded invitation → Design as A4 flat

• A6 folded invitation → Design as A5 flat

• 148 × 148 mm square folded → Design 296 × 148 mm flat

Designing at flat size ensures front and back alignment is accurate.

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3. Bleed Setup

If your invitation has background colours or images extending to the edge, bleed is required.

Standard Bleed:

Add 3 mm bleed on all sides.

Example:

A5 flat size: 148 × 210 mm
With bleed: 154 × 216 mm

This prevents unwanted white edges after trimming.

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4. Safe Margins

Keep all important elements safely positioned:

• Text

• Names

• Dates

• Venue details

• Decorative borders

Safe margin guideline:

• 5–10 mm inside trim edge

• 10 mm away from fold line

This ensures nothing is cut off or too close to the crease.

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5. Fold Line Positioning

For folded invitations, the fold line must be centred precisely.

Example:

A5 folded card (A4 flat landscape):

• Fold line at 148.5 mm centre

Avoid placing small text across the fold area to prevent cracking or readability issues.

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6. Image Resolution (DPI)

For premium wedding invitation quality:

• 300 DPI – Recommended

• Minimum 150 DPI – Acceptable

• Below 150 DPI – Risk of pixelation

High-resolution images are especially important for floral artwork, photography, and decorative elements.

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7. Colour Mode

For accurate printing:

• Use CMYK colour mode

• Avoid neon RGB colours

• Expect slight screen-to-print variation

Our equipment at Print Prime is professionally calibrated for consistent, elegant colour reproduction.

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Final Artwork Checklist

Before submitting your file:

• PDF Print format

• PDF is FLAT

• Correct flat size set

• 3 mm bleed added

• Safe margins applied

• Fold line centred

• 300 DPI resolution

• CMYK colour mode

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Luxury Foil Wedding Invitation Upgrade

(Gold, Silver & Rose Gold Foil)

If you’re unsure about anything, Print Prime offers free file checks to ensure your prints perfectly the first time.

Add elegance and sophistication to your wedding invitations with our premium foil printing service. Foil detailing creates a stunning metallic shine that catches light beautifully and enhances the luxury feel of your invitation.

We offer three timeless foil finishes:

• Gold Foil – Classic and elegant

• Silver Foil – Modern and refined

• Rose Gold Foil – Romantic and contemporary

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What Is Foil Printing?

Foil printing uses heat and pressure to apply metallic foil onto selected areas of your design. The result is:

• Shiny reflective text

• Metallic monograms

• Highlighted names or dates

• Elegant borders

• Decorative detailing

Foil adds depth and prestige that standard ink printing cannot replicate.

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Popular Foil Wedding Designs

Couples commonly use foil for:

• Bride & groom names

• Wedding date

• Monograms

• Religious symbols

• Floral outlines

• Minimalist typography

Foil works beautifully on matte and silk card stocks, creating contrast and luxury.

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File Setup for Foil Artwork

Foil requires a separate layer setup:

• Foil elements must be in 100% black

• Placed on a separate layer

• Clearly labelled “Foil”

• Vector format recommended

If you’re unsure how to prepare foil artwork, our team at Print Prime can assist with setup.

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Why Choose Foil Invitations?

Foil invitations are ideal for:

• Luxury weddings

• Formal ceremonies

• High-end venues

• Traditional celebrations

• Boutique-style weddings

They create an unforgettable first impression before your guests even open the envelope.

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Combine Foil with Premium Card Stock

For the best results, we recommend pairing foil with:

• 350–400 GSM card

• Matte finish

• Soft-touch laminate (optional upgrade)

The heavier the card, the more premium the overall feel.

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Why Upgrade with Print Prime?

Couples choose Print Prime for foil wedding invitations because we offer:

• Gold, Silver & Rose Gold foil options

• Precision foil alignment

• Premium thick card stock

• Small or bulk quantities

• Fast turnaround

• Professional file support

Foil adds timeless elegance and turns your wedding invitation into a keepsake your guests will treasure.