Wedding Stationery
A Guide to semi-custom
the process
1.
REQUEST A
QUOTE
2.
PROPOSAL & BOOKING
3.
DESIGN & PROOFING
4.
FINAL PROOF APPROVAL
5.
PRINT &
SHIP
1.
REQUEST A
QUOTE
2.
PROPOSAL &
BOOKING
3.
DESIGN &
PROOFING
4.
FINAL PROOF
APPROVAL
5.
PRINT &
SHIP
THE PROCESS
Show me the collection
Step 1. Request a Quote
the average semi-custom client spends between
$3,000 - $5,000
for 100 full invitation suites
After you have viewed the Semi-Custom Collection, the first step in the process to designing your invitations, is to request pricing. The beauty in these designs is that, while they aren't fully custom, there are still countless ways to configure your designs. And the range in pricing for those customizations can vary greatly. Receiving a quote tailored to your specific needs ensures we are on the same page and headed in the right direction to designing your invitation suite. If you're unsure of what to even ask for, you can purchase a sample box here to help you select the perfect paper and print process. To request a quote, click here.
Step 2. Proposal and Booking
i WILL WORK WITH YOU TO MAKE SELECTIONS TO FIT YOUR BUDGET, while still achieving the overall design you wish to create
You will receive a customized proposal in about 2-5 business days. That proposal will go into detail about the selections you made in the quote form and a breakdown in pricing for those selections, as well as give you an estimated timeline for your project. If pricing comes in significantly over your budget, I am happy to work with you to determine the best places to save and splurge within your design to better meet your ideal budget. The Semi-Custom Collection has been designed intentionally, so that a beautiful invitation suite can be achieved at most price points.
When you are ready to book, there is a place within your quote form to let me know you're ready to move forward. You will then be sent an invoice to pay your 50% retainer, that secures your position in my calendar as a client. We will then work out any final details, like quantities and package details, in a scope of work agreement before moving to the design process.
Step 3. Design and Proofing
this is the fun part... you're about to see your vision come to life
You will be sent a form to fill out with your selections for all of the personalized details of your design, and provide some more information about your wedding day and overall style. From there, I will get to work creating your invitations and any other items for your design.
A digital mock up will be sent for you to view the entire suite together as a whole, and provide your feedback. I take your feedback and make any necessary changes to the design, before sending the final proof for your approval.
Step 4. Final Proof Approval
Nothing goes to print
without your
100%
Stamp of approval
After all of the adjustments have been made to your invitations, and you are 100% satisfied with the overall design, a Final Proof will be sent to you. You will look over every last detail, one more time with a fine tooth comb, and then confirm your approval with your signature.
Your final payment will also be due at this time, and is required before anything is ordered on your behalf, or printed.
Step 5. Print and Ship
get ready, something
exciting is heading your way!
Once all of your materials have arrived from the printer and other vendors used to create your design, I will then thoroughly examine each piece for quality before carefully packaging it up to ship to you.
If you have requested that I assemble your invitations, then I will assemble them up to the point that all you have to do is seal the envelope, attach postage, and drop in the mail. I want you to be able to see and inspect each one before it goes out to your guests to ensure you are completely satisfied.
Customizing
Your
Stationery
Customizing your Stationery
printing methods
1.
Digital
"Flat"
Printing
2.
Letterpress
Printing
3.
foil
printing
1.
DIGITAL
"FLAT"
PRINTING
2.
LETTERPRESS
PRINTING
3.
FOIL
PRINTING
PRINTING METHODS
Digital "Flat" Printing
Letterpress Printing
foil printing
Digital, or flat, printing is typically printed with an ink jet or laser printer. It is smooth to the touch and not raised or indented into the paper. Any watercolor elements to the design will be digitally printed onto your paper.
Letterpress printing transfers your design onto a polymer plate, that is then pressed into your paper with an antique printing press. You will feel a deep impression in your paper where letterpress is used. All of our letterpress designs are printed right here in our studio with a 112 year old Chandler and Price platen press.
Foil printing is similar to letterpress, in that a plate is used to press the design into your paper. A metal plate is heated and then presses a sheet of metallic foil into your paper creating a slightly indented design with a beautiful reflective quality.
See the Press in Action
ENVELOPE COLORS
white
natural
white
blush
dusty
rose*
sand
birch
tree
warm
grey
pale
blue
cool
blue
dusty
blue*
navy
blue*
mid
green*
smoke
charcoal*
*requires white ink printing
ink colors
warm
grey
cool
grey
Sand
dusty
rose
blush*
Nude*
dusty
blue
ocean
gold
earth
green
mid
green
olive
navy
fog*
dove
powder
blue*
slate
charcoal
*Letterpress only
Embellishments & Add Ons
Vellum Wrap
wax seals
WHITE
PEONY
LINEN
SMOKE
ROSE
DUST BLUE
THYME
NAVY
GOLD
Vellum Wraps and Belly Bands
the average semi-custom client spends between
$3,000 - $5,000
for 100 full invitation suites
After you have viewed the Semi-Custom Collection, the first step in the process to designing your invitations, is to request pricing. The beauty in these designs is that, while they aren't fully custom, there are still countless ways to configure your designs. And the range in pricing for those customizations can vary greatly. Receiving a quote tailored to your specific needs ensures we are on the same page and headed in the right direction to designing your invitation suite. If you're unsure of what to even ask for, you can purchase a sample box here to help you select the perfect paper and print process. To request a quote, click here.
Wax Seals
i WILL WORK WITH YOU TO MAKE SELECTIONS TO FIT YOUR BUDGET, while still achieving the overall design you wish to create
You will receive a customized proposal in about 2-5 business days. That proposal will go into detail about the selections you made in the quote form and a breakdown in pricing for those selections, as well as give you an estimated timeline for your project. If pricing comes in significantly over your budget, I am happy to work with you to determine the best places to save and splurge within your design to better meet your ideal budget. The Semi-Custom Collection has been designed intentionally, so that a beautiful invitation suite can be achieved at most price points.
When you are ready to book, there is a place within your quote form to let me know you're ready to move forward. You will then be sent an invoice to pay your 50% retainer, that secures your position in my calendar as a client. We will then work out any final details, like quantities and package details, in a scope of work agreement before moving to the design process.
Silk Ribbon
this is the fun part... you're about to see your vision come to life
You will be sent a form to fill out with your selections for all of the personalized details of your design, and provide some more information about your wedding day and overall style. From there, I will get to work creating your invitations and any other items for your design.
A digital mock up will be sent for you to view the entire suite together as a whole, and provide your feedback. I take your feedback and make any necessary changes to the design, before sending the final proof for your approval.