How to create and make your own wedding programs

create and make your own wedding programs

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Wedding programs are an important part of your wedding ceremony. Programs are filled with practical information about your service and also turn in to keepsakes for you and your guests. Programs should inform wedding guests of the order of your service, as well as songs and readings used, and also should introduce the participants of the wedding and thank your guests for attending. You can create simple yet elegant wedding programs yourself.

Things You'll Need

• Stationary or decorative paper
• Computer with word processing program
• Printer
• Single-hole punch
• Ribbon

Instructions

1. Instructions

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     Select stationary or decorative paper for your program. Make sure your paper fits in with the theme and colors of your wedding and can be printed on easily. You can print your program on a slightly smaller piece of white paper, then center and glue the paper on top of the decorative paper you use.

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     Use your word processor to create the program. Start with a heading that includes the names of the bride and groom, and the date and place of the wedding. Make sure you format your document to fit the paper you're using.

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     Add the following elements to your program: introduction (optional)- the name of the officiant- the order of the ceremony- name and brief description of each member of the wedding party- songs- names of any musical performers- names of readers- parents of the bride and groom- and names of any other individuals participating in the ceremony.

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     Add an expression of gratitude to your participants and to any hosts, helpers, family or friends who have contributed to your wedding. You also can add a special recognition or dedication to any deceased or absent family members.

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     Print one copy of your program to make sure it looks correct. Check carefully for typographical errors. You can use this to make duplicates on a copy machine, or you can print all of your programs individually from your home printer.

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     Punch two holes on the top of your program, centered in the middle of the page, approximately one to two inches apart. String a ribbon through those holes and tie a bow with the ribbon to create an extra embellishment on your program.

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