FAQs
When should I book my invitations?
The sooner the better! If you’re interested in working together, please reach out when you have your date set so I can block off my calendar for your designs. I offer a discount for couples who book me for their save the dates and custom invitation design. Please inquire for details.
I recommend sending out save the dates about 6 months before your wedding–earlier if you have out of town guests. Invitations should be sent out about 6–8 weeks before your wedding. With this timeline in mind, save the dates should be booked at least 8 months before your wedding and invitations at least 6 months before your wedding. On average invitations, my clients budget $2000 for 70 invitations.
Custom invitations take 5–10 weeks (including printing and assembly time). It usually takes 3–5 rounds of revisions to perfect your invitation suite. The timeline is also dependent on how quickly you send back notes. If you need something sooner than 5 weeks, please reach out ASAP or check out our semi-custom invitations. Semi-custom invitations have a 4–5 week turnaround.
Semi-custom invitations are the more budget friendly option. These are already designed suites and allow color and copy changes.
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Why order custom invitations?
All custom invitations are designed especially for your wedding based on your love story and wedding details. This also include spot calligraphy, monograms, and custom illustrations. It truly will be one of a kind.
What is the design process?
Every project begins with a call. During the first stage, we go over details about you and your fiance: how did you meet? How did he/she propose? Favorite activities? Any pets? From there, we go into details about your wedding date (venue, date, any special connections to the venue or date, colors, themes). After this initial chat, I will send over a proposal. Once the proposal is signed and the 50% retainer is sent, I send over a form to make sure we have the correct information for your invitations and to get your Pinterest board or any other inspo photos.
The design process takes anywhere from 2–6 weeks. On average, invitations are completed in 3 rounds. This portion involves a lot of back and forth: proofs, notes, revisions, repeat. Once we finalize your design, we send everything to print! Printing time ranges from 2–4 week. Printed goods are delivered to me to assemble. Invitations are delivered to you stuffed and unsealed. All that is needed, is for you to seal the envelopes, stamp, and send off. I even fill out the RSVP card for you. :)
Let’s talk print processes
I offer multiple printing options and processes can be mixed and matched
Flat/Digital Printing: This is the most cost effective option. It can be done on almost any paper and includes white ink printing.
Letterpress: Letterpress is a process that uses metal plates to print. The ink will leave an impression on the paper.
Foil print: This option gives all the shine! Foil printing is great if you want shiny, metallic elements on your invitations.
Blind Impression: Blind impression is a similar process to letterpress but leaves only an impression on the paper without the ink.
Do you help with wording on invitations and envelopes?
Yes! I offer some standard options for invitation wording but if you want something different, that is something we can work on together. For envelope etiquette, if you are unsure how to address someone, I am available to help you through it.
What are your prices?
On average, couples spend $2,000 on their invitations. Custom invitations due require to a minimum of $1,400.
Can I pick up my order in person?
Yes! If you are local to LA or OC, we can definitely set up a time and date to pick up in person.
Still have questions?
Please use the contact form if you have additional questions.
Also important note about me: I support BLM, LBGTQ rights, and an advocate for animal rights.
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