This morning, you start your day by checking your email for the status of your wedding cards, and lo and behold, there’s no update from the supplier. 

Panic, frustration, and disappointment set in, and you feel a sense of urgency as the wedding date approaches, and there is still so much to do.

Planning a wedding sure ain’t easy, but it shouldn’t be a burden, especially for the couple. After all, who wants to look stressed on their wedding day? 

Mark off the wedding invitation, RSVP, place cards, etc., from your list and consider it done. 

In this article, we’ll help you find an alternative solution to all your card needs so you can make unique, personalized, and memorable cards for your wedding without spending too much of your budget and time. 

Why use videos in your wedding greeting cards 

Let’s start with the video greeting card—a printed greeting card with digital videos. This will surely set your cards apart from those of other weddings.

But how is it possible to have videos on a printed card? QR codes do the trick. A dynamic QR code lets you add videos to any card, making it unique and interactive. 

With just one scan on their smartphones, your guests can view the video attachments on your card.

This way, the QR code seamlessly bridges print and digital media.

Instead of a traditional written message, a video can personalize your card with love by featuring the couple, for example.

It lets the couple's emotions and excitement shine through, making the greeting more genuine and memorable.

Personalized wedding message cards with videos are a great way to relay information entertainingly.

They can highlight essential wedding details, showcase the beautiful location of the ceremony, or display the stunning floral arrangements that will adorn the reception, giving guests a sneak peek into the big day. 

8 wedding cards you can enhance with videos

Weddings are a once-in-a-lifetime event celebrating a one-of-a-kind love, so it's only right to make equally extraordinary wedding and greeting cards online.

From invitations to thank-you-for-coming cards, make every card for your wedding more captivating with videos. Find inspiration for your cards below. 

1. Best Wishes and Congratulations cards

Here's a video idea: 

Create a collection of best wishes and congratulations videos from family and friends. Encourage them to record their heartfelt messages and compile them into a heartwarming video montage. 

Wedding greeting cards with videos become treasured keepsakes for the couple to revisit and relive the good wishes and joyful moments shared on their wedding day. 

2. Wedding invitation cards

Why settle for ordinary wedding invitations when you can create beautiful cards for your guests? And to impress them, add videos to your cards.

Draw your guests into your love story from the moment they press play. Imagine their delight when receiving an invitation that comes to life with just one scan.

With every frame, they'll experience the joy, excitement, and anticipation around your special day.

Your wedding day is a celebration of your unique style and vision. Set the tone for the event, offering a glimpse of the venue, the theme, and the ambiance you've carefully curated through videos on your wedding invitation cards.

It's also essential for your wedding invitations to provide the necessary information your guests should know, and videos make it easier for guests to access all the important details, like the wedding dress code, location, and wedding guidelines. 

3. Save-the-Date cards

Let your love story unfold through your save-the-date cards. Bring them to life with captivating videos. Engage, captivate, and leave a lasting impression as these cards unveil the magic and set the stage for an extraordinary celebration.

Videos can perfectly showcase your journey as a couple and make your guests feel like cherished participants in your love story.

Let your guests relive the precious moments and adventures that brought you to this remarkable milestone, from the first spark to the unforgettable proposal.

Save-the-date cards with videos have a captivating power that instantly grabs attention and offers an opportunity to reveal the magic that awaits your guests on your wedding day. 

Whether it's a stunning venue, breathtaking scenery, or a sneak peek of your wedding theme, you can create anticipation and provide a glimpse into the unforgettable experience.

4. RSVP cards

Your wedding celebration is a tapestry of love and cherished memories. From the heartfelt vows to the laughter-filled moments, every detail matters. 

Incorporate videos into your RSVP cards and create an interactive experience that simplifies the process and adds a unique and unforgettable element to your wedding journey.

Instead of a simple written request, you can invite guests to join your joy through a video message. Explaining any necessary information on a wedding details card is easier through videos, not to mention more sincere and personal. 

Provide an intuitive and convenient way for your guests to respond to your invitation. 

Wanna know a cool tip? You can make it easier for guests to RSVP by using video cards from Giftlips. It lets them reply under each video, which streamlines communication and ensures that you receive timely responses.

5. Reception cards

Reception card videos also serve a practical purpose by providing essential event details to ensure your guests are well-informed and can fully participate in the celebration.

Guide them through the reception schedule and highlight key moments such as the first dance, cake cutting, or other unique wedding traditions. 

6. Accommodation cards

Your wedding is not just about the ceremony and reception; it's an entire experience for you and your guests. Reveal the accommodations creatively and take them on a virtual trip to your chosen venue, providing a glimpse of the comfort, luxury, and charm that await them.

Accommodation videos allow you to capture the unique atmosphere and ambiance of the chosen location and showcase the accommodations' amenities and features.

From luxurious hotels with spacious rooms, cozy lounges, swimming pools, and spa facilities to charming bed and breakfasts or scenic resorts with breathtaking surroundings, you can showcase all these on your video greeting card.

Also, provide practical information such as check-in and check-out procedures, transportation options, and any additional services or amenities available at the accommodations through your accommodation card videos.

7. Direction cards

Want your guests to arrive stress-free and ready to join your excitement and happiness? Using videos in your “How to Get There” or direction cards is a game-changer that offers guests a visual and accurate guide to simplify navigation, ensure a smooth journey, and get everyone to the venue quickly.

Provide a clear and visual step-by-step guide en route to the venue using actual landmarks, turns, and intersection clips. Indicate the parking zones and offer tips on parking availability and restrictions.

Also, create a guide for guests who prefer public transportation to the nearest bus or train stops, provide information on schedules and fares, and show the walking route to the venue. 

Highlight specific accessibility features or considerations like ramps, elevators, or other accommodations for guests with mobility needs to show your commitment to inclusivity and ensure that all guests feel welcomed.

8. Wedding Thank you cards

As you reflect on your dream-come-true wedding celebration, express your heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made it truly special using videos in your wedding thank you cards as an extraordinary way of showing appreciation.

Instead of a traditional written thank you note, you can record a video message to establish a personal and heartfelt connection with your guests.

Make your thank you card videos an opportunity to share some of these cherished wedding memories with your guests. Include snippets of your wedding highlights, such as the vows, first dance, or candid moments of joy.

Giftlips provides FREE and paid cards for weddings

There are hundreds of greeting card providers online offering cards for weddings, but only a few make heartfelt, unique, and personalized cards. Among these is GiftLips, a video greeting card generator that lets you send a printed card with videos to your guests.

GiftLips helps you give a greeting card that says more. You can personalize your greetings by adding videos to digital or printed cards. Through videos, you can send greeting cards genuine feelings because you’re not limited to just words.

Each card comes with a dynamic QR code seamlessly incorporated into its design. In just one scan,  your recipients can make the videos on your cards come to life. And with over 100 cards available online, there's a perfect greeting card for all occasions. 

Would you want to know what your recipients think about your gift or greeting card? GiftLips cards can do this easily by allowing guests to send a like and post a comment under each video. You can check these interactions on your card dashboard.

Greeting cards by GiftLips are NOT mere e-cards. It offers printable cards you can print and ship directly to your recipients. But if you want cards for free, you can download your card as a digital copy that you can either send or print at home.

How to turn any card into a video greeting card in 4 easy ways

You can add any video to any for your wedding through your smartphone or other devices. The great news, you can do it on your own without needing to know anything about videos or cards. Here's how:

1. Choose a wedding card

Go to GiftLips and select a wedding card design

Tap Use this template

Then, customize a short message

2. Add or record videos or audio 

Tap Record Video or Record Audio

Or tap Upload Videos to add videos/audio from your device

3. Generate a preview video 

Tap Generate preview 

Then, tap Invite others to collaborate with multiple people

Or tap Save for Later to save and edit your card later

4. Download or Print and Ship your card

Tap Print and Ship to send your card directly to your recipient 

Or choose Download for FREE 

Make magical cards for your wedding come to life with videos

Wedding cards provide entertainment and information for your guests. It’s how your guests set expectations for your big day. So, you must add personality and uniqueness to your cards and create hype and anticipation for the event.

Creating personalized cards for your wedding may add stress and pressure and take up more effort and time, but not when using an easy-to-use and effective video greeting card online software. 

Use GiftLips to create cards with videos through your phone (and other devices) in less than 5 minutes. Check out over 100 greeting card designs for all occasions and level up your regular greeting card.

Sign up to GIftLips now and download cards for FREE!

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