How to Print Double-Sided Canva Invitations (Front and Back)
Set up a front and back invitation in Canva and print it double-sided at home or at a print shop, with the right flip setting so the back never comes out upside down.
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Set up a front and back invitation in Canva and print it double-sided at home or at a print shop, with the right flip setting so the back never comes out upside down.
A back side turns a nice invitation into a great one. It's the perfect spot for a photo, the schedule, the registry, a map or an RSVP QR code, and it keeps the front clean and beautiful.
Here is how to set up a front and back invitation in Canva and print it double-sided, at home or at a print shop, without the back coming out upside down.
Step 1: Set up the front and back in Canva
- Open your invitation. The first page is the front.
- Click Add page under the design. The new page is the back.
- Add your extras on the back: a photo, a short schedule, "registry at...", or an RSVP QR code.
- Keep text at least 0.25 in (about 6 mm) from the edges so small printer shifts don't cut anything.
Step 2: Download the right file
Click Share → Download → PDF Print, with all pages selected. Canva calls this its high-quality, print-ready format, and it keeps page 1 and page 2 in the right order.
Printing double-sided at home
If your printer prints both sides automatically: open the PDF, choose Print on both sides (or "two-sided"), then:
- Tall (portrait) invitation: flip on long edge.
- Wide (landscape) invitation: flip on short edge.
If it doesn't:
- Draw an arrow on one plain sheet, put it in the tray arrow up, and print page 1 to learn which side your printer prints on.
- Print page 1 on all your cardstock.
- Put the printed sheets back in the tray, turned the way your test showed.
- Print page 2. Check the first one before printing the rest.
Use 65 to 110 lb cardstock that your printer can handle, and set the paper type to "cardstock" or "heavy paper". More tips: how to print Canva invitations at home.
Printing double-sided at a print shop
Take your PDF Print to Staples, Office Depot or FedEx Office and ask for "double-sided on cardstock". Ask them to print one proof first. Standard photo prints from photo counters like Walgreens and CVS are one-sided, so use a print shop for front-and-back cards. Full guide: where to print Canva invitations.
What to put on the back
- A favorite photo, or a "then and now" for milestone birthdays.
- The schedule: ceremony, dinner, cake, dancing.
- Registry or wishing-well note.
- A map, parking notes or an RSVP QR code. See how to collect RSVPs.
- A simple pattern or color from the front, so the card looks finished on both sides.
Start with a template
Every VoltBy template opens in Canva with a free account. Choose Self-Edit and your template link is emailed to you right after purchase, so you can change the names, date, colors and photo yourself. Prefer to skip the editing? Choose We-Edit, send us your details, and we email you the finished, print-ready files within 24 hours. Download a PNG to text to guests or a PDF to print at home.
Want a matching back side on your VoltBy invitation? We'll design it for you. With Self-Edit, email contact@voltby.net after you order with your order number and what you'd like on the back, and we'll add a matching back to your template. With We-Edit, just write "add a matching back side" and what you'd like on it in the We-Edit details box when you order.
Invitations that shine with a back side
- Milestone Birthday Invitations
- Birthday Invitations with Photo
- Nikah Invitations
- Christmas Party Invitations
- Baby Shower Invitations for Girls
Double-sided invitation FAQ
How do I make a front and back invitation in Canva?
Use two pages in the same design: page 1 is the front, page 2 is the back. Click Add page under your design and build the back side there.
How do I print a double-sided invitation at home?
Download a PDF Print, print page 1, put the printed sheets back in the tray (test with one plain sheet first to see which way to flip them), then print page 2.
Which way do I flip the paper?
For a portrait (tall) invitation choose "flip on long edge". For a landscape (wide) invitation choose "flip on short edge".
Can Walgreens or CVS print on the back?
Standard photo prints are one-sided. For double-sided invitations, use a print shop such as Staples, Office Depot or FedEx Office, or print at home.
Why does the back not line up with the front?
Home printers can shift paper by a millimeter or two. Keep important text away from the edges and leave a margin so small shifts don't show.
Make your invitation in 2 minutes
Type your details, see a free preview, and download a print-ready PNG and PDF right away. No design skills, no Canva needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a paid Canva account?
No. Every VoltBy template works with a free Canva account. You will never be asked to upgrade to Canva Pro to edit or download your design.
Can I print these at home or at a print shop?
Yes. You can print at home, at a local print shop, or through an online printer. You can also share your invitation digitally by text, email, or social media.
Can I personalize the text, colors, and details?
Absolutely. You can edit names, dates, wording, colors, and fonts directly in Canva. Prefer not to do it yourself? Choose the we-edit option and we will personalize it for you.
Is anything shipped to me?
Nothing is shipped. VoltBy templates are digital. After purchase you receive your design by email, ready to edit, print, or share.
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