How to Make Wedding Invitations from Scratch in Google Docs

If you’re looking to create a wedding invitation using Google Docs, you might be searching for a 5x7-inch template - one of the most common and elegant sizes for wedding invitations. The 5x7 format is a classic choice because it fits perfectly into standard A7 envelopes, looks formal yet modern, and is large enough to include all necessary details while remaining compact and stylish.

However, Google Docs doesn’t offer a default 5x7 page size, which can be frustrating if you're trying to create an invitation from scratch. Fortunately, with a simple workaround, you can format your document to design and print beautiful 5x7 wedding invitations directly in Google Docs, without needing professional design software.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step guide to:

• Set up your document to fit two 5x7 invitations per page

• Use elegant fonts and formatting to create a stylish, minimal design

• Duplicate the invitation for efficient printing

• Print at the correct size and cut the invitations precisely

By the end, you’ll have a high-quality, customized wedding invitation that you can print at home or through a professional printing service - all for free using Google Docs.

How to Make a 5x7 Wedding Invitation in Google Docs

To save time, you can use a pre-made wedding invitation template by clicking the "Use This Template in Google Docs" button below. This will open the template, and you can select "Make a copy" to start editing directly in your own Google Docs.

Use This Template in Google Docs

Step 1: Set Up the Document

1. Open Google Docs and create a new blank document.

2. Click File > Page Setup.

3. Set Orientation & Paper Size

   1. Orientation to ➝ Landscape.

   2. Paper Size to ➝ Letter (8.5” x 11”)

4. Set Margins to 0.5 inches on all sides (this prevents the text from being too close to the edge).

5. Click OK.

Step 2: Insert a Table to Structure the Two Invitations

1. Click Insert > Table > 1 row, 2 columns.

2. Right click inside the table and open Table properties:

• Column width: Set each column to 5 inches (this ensures both invitations are the correct width).

• Row height: Manually adjust it to fit 7 inches tall (it won’t lock, but you can control this by adding text).

• Table border: Set to 0.5 pt and change the color to light gray(so it acts as a subtle cutting guide).

Step 3: Add the Wedding Invitation Text - Part 1

We will create a minimalistic wedding invitation card, simply by using typography.

1. Start with the bride and groom’s name.

2. Click the left button 3 times and it will select the whole row of the text. Center align the text.

3. Choose your font. Here, I chose ‘Allura’ which is available for free via Google Fonts.

To get free Google Fonts in Google Docs, click on the current font name then click on ‘More fonts’.

Search for Allura or any Google Font here to add to your setup.

Step 4: Add the Wedding Invitation Text - Part 2

1. Type in your invitation text

2. Center the text then apply a font of your choice. Here, I used EB Garamond, which is available as one of the default Google Doc fonts.

• Pro-tip: Use a different font for the couple’s names to make them the main focus of the invitation, while keeping the rest of the text in a simple, easy-to-read font so all the details are clear and the design looks balanced.

3. (Optional) add additional info you’d like to include, such as reception details including dress code.

Step 4. Duplicate the Invitation to the Other Table Cell

1. Select all the text in the first table cell by clicking and dragging over it.

2. Right-click on the highlighted text, then click ‘Copy’ (or press Ctrl + C on Windows / Cmd + C on Mac).

3. Click inside the second table cell (the empty column next to the first invitation). Right-click inside the second cell, then click ‘Paste’ (or press Ctrl + V on Windows / Cmd + V on Mac).

4. Double-check that the formatting matches and that both invitations look the same.

Step 5: Print Your Invitations

Now that your invitations are fully designed and duplicated, it’s time to print them properly to ensure they come out exactly 5x7 inches without resizing issues.

1. Set Up for Printing

1. Click File > Print in Google Docs.

2. In the Print settings, check the following:

   • Paper Size: 8.5 x 11 inches (Letter)

   • Scale: 100% (Actual Size) → DO NOT select "Fit to Page," as this may shrink your invitations.

   • Orientation: Landscape

2. Choose the Right Paper

• For a professional look, use cardstock (recommended: 80–110 lb thickness).

• If printing at home, make sure your printer supports heavy paper like cardstock.

• If printing at a shop (FedEx, Staples, etc.), export your file as a PDF before sending it to them.

3. Print a Test Page

• Before printing a full batch, print one test page to check the layout, font size, and colors.

• Make sure the cutting guides (thin gray borders) are visible but not too dark.

4. Cut the Invitations

• Use a paper cutter for straight, clean cuts (recommended for best results).

• Cut exactly at 5.5 inches to separate the two invitations.

• No additional trimming is needed if you followed the correct margin setup.

5. Check for Alignment

• Once cut, each invitation should measure exactly 5x7 inches.

• Double-check that text is centered and edges are clean.