Real Wedding: DIY Envelopes Costs

When assessing the idea of doing DIY projects for your wedding, cost is always something to think about.  Creativity can sometimes come at a cost so it is nice to know what supplies will cost and where you can cut costs if necessary.  If you are the creative type who enjoys doing DIY projects, you're probably wondering about the cost of the supplies of Lauren's envelope project.  Below is a visual compilation of supply costs:

Card Stock: $15
Glue: $7
Rubber Stamps (2): $5 each
Stamp Cleaner: $5
Ink Pad: $3
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Total: $40 for 150 envelopes

With this project, there are a few places to cut costs.  Card stock is the first.  Instead of using card stock, find another type of paper that will be thick enough for your envelopes.  Try going to your local office supply store and trying out different weights of paper.  Many times you will be able to find a weight that is less than card stock and less in price.  The next is with the rubber stamps.  Lauren chose to use two different stamps to create the image on the bottom of her envelopes spending a total of $10 on rubber stamps for the envelopes.  If you are trying to save money, consider only using one stamp or even none.  If you do not use any stamps, you do not have to spend the $5 on stamp cleaner or $3 on the ink pad taking your cost down to $22 total for 150 envelopes.