Birthdays and family events

Birthday, kids' party, Sweet 16 and christening invitations with RSVP and directions.

Family events go to busy parents and grandparents, so the invitation needs the address, the time and an easy way to reply. These guides cover the wording and the replies for birthdays, kids' parties, Sweet 16s and christenings.

How do I ask whether siblings and parents are coming?

Ask for the number of children and adults separately in the RSVP, so the headcount for food and seats is right.

How early should a birthday invitation go out?

Two to three weeks before the party, with a reminder two days before.