Printable 1st Birthday Invitations: Silly Goose and Under the Sea
First birthday invitations you can edit in Canva and send before the next nap ends. There are two designs here, each with its own personality, and both open with a free Canva account the moment you buy. Type in the name, the date and the address, then print or message them to family.
A first birthday is mostly a party for the people who got the baby through the year. The invitation is often the first thing that ends up in the baby book, so it is worth picking one you like. Print an extra copy on good cardstock just for that purpose.
One Silly Goose
The Silly Goose invitation plays on the phrase "one silly goose," with a cheerful goose, balloons, watercolor florals and a pink gingham background. It suits parents who want something sweet that does not take itself too seriously. The design is 5x7 inches, the standard invitation size, and prints well on cardstock. Since every color is editable, the pink can be changed to blue, green or yellow if gingham in another shade fits your plans better.
Under the Sea
The Under the Sea first birthday invitation uses soft watercolor ocean scenes with a friendly dolphin, a gentle choice for a summer baby or a family that loves the beach. It is set up on US Letter and includes an e-vite version alongside the printable, so you can text the digital one to friends and print a few for grandparents who would like a card on the fridge.
Planning around the nap
Schedule the party for mid-morning or early afternoon, right after a nap and well before the late-day fussiness. Ninety minutes to two hours is plenty. Keep the guest list smaller than you think: a one-year-old in a room of twenty adults gets overwhelmed quickly. Put the start and end time on the invitation so guests arrive while the birthday child is still cheerful.
1st Birthday Printables questions
Which first birthday invitation includes an e-vite?
Under the Sea includes an e-vite. The Silly Goose design can be exported from Canva as a JPG and sent by message instead.
Can I add my baby's photo?
Canva lets you upload your own photos, so you can add one to the design. Keep text clear of the photo so the details stay readable.
How far ahead should I send first birthday invitations?
Three to four weeks is usual. Give family who need to travel a heads-up by phone even earlier.
Is editing difficult if I have never used Canva?
No. Click on any text to change it. The Canva editing guide covers the first steps.
Are there invitations for older children too?
Yes. The kids birthday printables include the "6 7" seventh birthday series and pool party designs.
What do I get when I order?
An instant download with a PDF containing your Canva link. Nothing is shipped, so you can start editing right away.