Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs

Q: What is the process to ordering custom wedding invitations?
A: First, you’ll schedule a design consultation at my design studio in Cambridge by clicking here. During our consultation we’ll discuss what you’d like your stationery to look like.

From there, we’ll go through the design elements, paper & print options, discuss font choices, and we’ll finalize the wording of all pieces. I then send a formal proposal showing all items and add-ons we discussed. A 50% retainer, and a signature on the contract is required to start the design process.

All proofs are provided for you to review within your personal design portal, and changes can be made here as well. Once we’ve finalized your design, the balance is due, and production begins.

From start to finish the process takes approximately 4 to 6 weeks; sometimes a little less, sometimes a little more!

Q: I’m thinking about sending save the dates. Are they necessary?
A: 100% Yes! If your wedding is on a long weekend, a holiday, a Friday, or if at least half of your guests are travelling more than 1 hour to attend your wedding, send a save the date 8 to 12 months before your wedding so your guests can book time off work, hire a babysitter, or book hotel rooms/airfare, etc.

50% Yes! If you want to get your guests excited about your wedding, and share a little sneak peek of what they can expect with your stationery!

10% yes! If you just want to! Some couples find that this small task helps to jump start the excitement for their wedding day!

Q: When should we sit down to discuss our wedding invitations?
A: 6 to 8 months before your wedding day. Designs can take 4 to 6 weeks to design, print and assemble, so the earlier the better!

During our consultation we’ll discuss the design, wording, and detailed specifics, so it’s important to have everything in order before we meet. If you’re looking for inspiration, head over to my Pinterest account!

Q: I don’t know how I want my invitations to look. Can you help me?
A: Absolutely! This is my favourite part of the process…designing with you! My design studio is filled with inspiration including past designs, print styles (like letterpress and foil printing), paper samples, and of course, a plethora of font choices! The process is extremely easy whether you have a rough idea in your head or not! I ask you questions that point us in the right direction, and I walk you through each step with as much or little help as you’d like!

Q: How many invitations do I need to order?
A: As a general rule, use the number of guest addresses (not the total number of guests), and add 3 or 4 for keepsakes, and 5 to 10 extras for guests you may have missed, plus any that get lost in the mail! If you don’t order enough initially, you can order more in any quantity you need, however additional fees may apply.

It’s also important to note that guests over the age of 18 should receive their own invitation (and a plus one if you choose), even if they live with their parent(s) or guardian(s). 

Use the guest list template found here to ensure you have all the required information needed!

Q: Why do I need extra invitations?
A: Invitations could get lost in the mail or returned to you, and you may realize that you accidentally forgot to invite someone! Whoops! So it's better to order a few extra to prevent re-ordering fees.

Q: When should I order our day-of wedding stationery items?
A: 8 to 12 weeks before your wedding, we should start the conversation about what pieces you’d like to order. Once your table assignments have been completed; 3 weeks before your wedding, we’ll finalize the design(s) and have all your items produced in time for your wedding day!