You don?t need to be the next Picasso to pull off ombré watercolor invitations. All you need are some basic art supplies, an iron, and a bit of patience.
Ombré color schemes are quickly gaining popularity. Whether you want to dress your bridesmaids in shades of purple or add some pop to your cake with layers that vary from sky blue to navy, an ombré scheme allows you explore a full palette of colors and shades. But you don?t have to wait until your ceremony to infuse your wedding with a serious dose of color. Instead, start with the invitations.
Supplies:

Cardstock or watercolor paper
Watercolor paints in varying shades
Paint brushes
Paper towels
Scissors
Iron
Computer and printer
Ribbon
Hold punch
Paper slicer (also called a paper trimmer)
Step 1: Design the Invitation

Using your computer, design your invitations to include all of the basic printed information (date, location, etc.). I used Microsoft Publisher and chose a sleek vertical design that allowed me to print three invitations per page but there are plenty of other programs and templates available. You can even buy a plain stationary kit and use the templates that come with it to design a more traditionally shaped invitation. Once you?re satisfied with your design, go ahead and print your invitations.
Step 2: Water Down Paint and Paint First Strip

Using a wide paint brush, add some water to your paint and mix it around a bit to ensure that the pigment is evenly distributed. Then, paint a wide strip across...