How can I save money on wedding save the dates?

The cheapest way to send save the dates is to go digital. A simple email or text with your date, location and a link to your wedding website costs nothing and reaches guests instantly. If you prefer something physical, print them yourself on good quality card and post them in standard envelopes rather than paying for a specialist service. You can also make one card per household instead of one per guest, which halves the number you need. Another idea is to combine your save the date with your invitation by sending a single, detailed invitation a little earlier than usual. That saves you a whole print run. If you are using a wedding website, you can ask guests to save the date through the site itself, and follow up with a reminder closer to the time. Keep the design simple, use a digital template, and buy envelopes in bulk. You can also ask a friend with a good printer to help. The key is to decide early what is essential, and remember that guests mainly need the date, the place and the website address.