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Celebrate a first birthday with a playful, personal invitation. Share your occasion, preferred style, names, dates and photos. Our designers can create a coordinated card and envelope design. Review your design proof before the artwork goes to print.
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Compare texture, thickness and writing surfaces. Coatings and finishes depend on the selected stock.
14 pt.Gloss Cover- A glossy surface for rich color
- UV coating adds shine and surface protection
- 14 pt. thickness
14 pt.Uncoated Cover- An uncoated, natural paper surface
- Suitable for handwritten messages
- 14 pt. thickness
13 pt.Premium Linen- A fine woven texture
- A surface you can write on
- 13 pt. thickness
16 pt.Premium Matte Cover- Smooth matte paper
- Suitable for handwriting
- 16 pt. thickness
18 pt.Ultra Premium Pearl- A soft pearlescent shimmer
- Warm off-white paper
- 18 pt. thickness
18 pt.Premium Kraft- Brown paper made from 100% recycled fibers
- Writable natural surface
- 18 pt. thickness
18 pt.Ultra Premium Smooth White- Smooth white stock with a matte surface
- Suitable for handwritten details
- 18 pt. thickness
100 lb. / 10 pt.Matte Cover- Bright white paper
- A matte finish similar to Premium Matte
- 100 lb. / 10 pt. thickness
24 pt.Green Core- Three layers with a green center
- A soft, velvety white surface
- 24 pt. thickness
38 pt.Black Core- Three layers with a black center
- A soft, velvety white surface
- 38 pt. thickness
38 pt.Red Core- Three layers with a red center
- A soft, velvety white surface
- 38 pt. thickness
38 pt.Blue Core- Three layers with a blue center
- A soft, velvety white surface
- 38 pt. thickness
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Frequently Asked Questions
How early should I send birthday invitations?
For a first birthday or a large celebration, send invitations around four to six weeks before the event. Three to five weeks may work for a casual local party. Give travelers more notice and leave enough time after the RSVP deadline to plan food and activities.
Which paper works best for my invitations?
For writing, consider 14 pt. Uncoated or 16 pt. Premium Matte. Gloss with UV on the outside adds shine while keeping the inside available for a note. Linen adds a woven texture; pearl has a warm shimmer. Flat postcards also offer thick layered stocks with green, black, red or blue cores. Compare the paper cards below or request a Free Sample Kit.
Can I print artwork I have already made?
Yes. Choose the card format on the product order page and provide your print-ready artwork through the order flow. Use CMYK color, high-resolution images and the selected product's file-setup guide for trim, bleed and safe areas. Review names, dates, spelling and photo crops before approving the proof.
How should I plan printing and delivery?
We offer fast turnaround. Allow time for artwork, proof approval, printing and shipping, and ask us to confirm the available production and delivery options for your stock, quantity and destination. Ask about rush printing and expedited shipping when planning a time-sensitive event. Holiday demand can affect availability.
1st Birthday Invitations Made Personal
Celebrate a first birthday with invitations that reflect your child and the party you are planning. Snow scenes, jungle animals and space adventures can inspire an original theme. A custom photo adds a personal touch.
Paper, Size and Finishing Details
Pick your size before laying out the artwork. Compare glossy, uncoated, matte, linen and pearl surfaces; choose an uncoated writing area when you want to add a personal note. Flat postcards also offer layered stocks with colored cores.
Use the gallery as a starting point for your own design. Coordinate cards with separately ordered envelopes and address labels. Upload finished print files through the product order flow, or ask our designers to prepare a proof.