Use the Web

• There are numerous websites that offer an array of invitation designs for just about any occasion. You can chose one of their pre-made templates, or get creative and design one that fits the theme of your baby shower. They will generally offer you a few background colors for you to chose from, different fonts and then several image choices. Sites like evite.com, centerd.com and smilebox.com all have many options, are simple to use (point-and-click format) and are totally free. Plug in your guest list's e-mail addresses and you're done.
  
  

Look Around Your House

• If you're reading this article, you must have access to a computer. Add in a printer and you're well on the way to creating custom and meaningful invitations to your shower. Many sites on the web have free downloadable invitation templates that you can print out on your home computer and add your own signature touches to. Try 123greetings.com, hooverwebdesign.com or invitationland.com.
  
  Once you've printed your invitations, make them distinctive by gluing photocopies of the ultrasound picture, or adding glitter or swatches of fabric cut into the shape of a stork, diaper or celebratory balloons. Look around your house for things you can use. Family photos, buttons or sequins and colored construction paper can all be added to the invites for a personal touch. Remember, the invitations don't all have to be the same.
  
  

Phone Tree

• If you're looking for a completely free and no-fuss way to invite your pals, pick up the phone. Ask each friend to call someone else until your guest list is exhausted. A phone call is such a personal action, your guests will be honored and you will most likely get an RSVP immediately, making it that much easier to plan your bash.