Yes ladies and gentlemen, having a big and beautiful wedding is STILL possible on a budget! Invitations Thermographed invitations cost 50 to 70 percent less than engraved invitations, and no one can usually tell, said Alan Fields, co-author with his wife Denise of Bridal Bargains. Or make your own invitations, said Sharon Naylor, author of 1,000 Best Wedding Bargains. She recommends Mountaincow.com for invitation software and paper, with CDs starting at $29.99. Or order invitations online from