How to Make Holiday Cocktail Party Invitations

Set the mood for your holiday cocktail party with a glitzy invitation. Start with our printable template, then add sparkling embellishments.
Party Invitations With Sequins

Holiday Cocktail Party Invitations With Sequins

Custom invitations adorned with sequins will set the mood for your glitzy party. Place dots of tacky glue on the paper where you want to glue individual sequins. Use a few different colors of sequins; random patterns look best! Add a handful of sequins in the envelope as a fun surprise for your guests.

Materials Needed:

  • white 8.5" x 11" card stock
  • white A7 envelopes
  • sequins in several colors
  • tacky glue
  • scissors

Cut Out Printable Invitations

Print the cocktail party invitations onto white card stock. Two invitations will print onto each sheet; the cutout size is 5 by 7 inches.

Materials for DIY Party Invitations

Materials for DIY Holiday Cocktail Party Invitations

Print the cocktail party invitations onto white card stock. Two invitations will print onto each sheet; the cutout size is 5 by 7 inches.

Add Sequins

Place dots of tacky glue on the paper where you want to glue individual sequins. Tip: Random patterns look best.

Push an individual sequin into each dot of glue. Use a few different colors of sequins. Let dry.

Package and Send

Once you've added your party's details to the invitation, add a handful of sequins to each A7 envelope as a fun surpise for party guests. Then address, stamp and send!

Party Invitations With Sequins

Holiday Cocktail Party Invitations With Sequins

Custom invitations adorned with sequins will set the mood for your glitzy party. Place dots of tacky glue on the paper where you want to glue individual sequins. Use a few different colors of sequins; random patterns look best! Add a handful of sequins in the envelope as a fun surprise for your guests.

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