Using Scrapbook Paper Backgrounds for InvitationsUsing scrapbook paper backgrounds for invitations can make them really stand out! These papers come in a large variety of patterns and textures that can compliment just about any theme or color scheme!
When they cannot be printed onto the trick is to use them in layering a couple different papers. Use the pretty patterned paper on the outside and another more plain paper on the inside for your text. In some cases you may need to use an adhesive and actually glue the background paper down because some of these papers have a guideline on the back to help you cut them to specific sizes. Otherwise, when layering your papers you can secure them with a bit of ribbon, or even a small brad with a pretty embellishment attached to the front.
Another good use for this paper is with a die cutting machine. The different patterns and shapes will stand out beautifully.
You can purchase papers like these at any craft store or scrapbooking supply store.
To think a little more outside of the box you could also use wrapping paper, or fabric as your background for invitations. I've even been known to use a bit of old wallpaper for a background for invitations.
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Some of these papers cannot be printed onto although. This is due to either the pattern on the paper (really bright or busy patterns will hide a font), or the texture of a paper (which could prevent it from even going through any printer or copier.) 