LET'S CHAT!
Once you've contacted me, I will have you fill out a short questionnaire. Then we’ll talk, email or meet for coffee. Let’s discuss the vision for your wedding invitations. We can sit down and look at color swatches and ideas that inspire you. Each bride (and groom) is unique and your wedding invitations should be as well. I’ll create a Custom Estimate based on your invitation needs. Keep in mind that it’s never too soon to start working on your wedding invitations. Lead-time is a minimum of five months before your big day however it’s best to start at least six–eight months prior. If I have less than five months to design, print and deliver your custom invitations, a small rush fee will be charged.

GETTING STARTED.
A non-refundable $300 date-holding deposit, which will go towards the cost of your suite, is required to begin. Once that is paid, I will start by providing you with a production timeline, so you have all the important dates in one place! A busy bride needs all the help she can get. 

A 50% Deposit (of the total from your Custom Estimate) is due to start the design process. Based on the complexity of the project, initial designs will be presented in 1–2 weeks. You’ll receive an email with Four (4) Invitation Design Concepts. Based on your feedback, you will have TWO (2) rounds of revisions FREE of charge. If the scope of your invitation design should change dramatically from any of the four (4) initial concepts, you may request new designs, for $50 each. The reason for this charge is that I take a lot of time and thought to design your first four concepts, based on chatting, your questionnaire, and any other inspiration you send to me.

Please note: most custom suites, excluding save-the-dates, begin around $2000 (for about 50-60 suites). However, a true estimate will be provided for you upon receipt of a questionnaire, and after a short phone chat. A short “Suite Details” Questionnaire will be sent to you to work on, which will help with all the little details in your custom suite.

MOVING ON...
Once we've finalized the invitation layout and you are in love, I will design the other items in the suite to match: RSVP Card, Reception Card, Details Card, Envelopes, Belly Bands, and more! You will have TWO (2) rounds of revisions FREE of charge.

HOT OFF THE PRESSES!
When you've approved design for all items, and the remaining balance is received, the printing process will begin. It’s very important that you proofread, as I cannot be responsible for errors once your invitations have gone into production. If you request one, I can create a digital hard copy proof so you can see just what your invitations will look like printed. Next, you’ll sign a print approval and in just a few short weeks you will receive your lovely paper goods in the mail! Expect 2–4 weeks for printing and shipping, depending on specifications. Shipping is included in the design fee. You will receive your beautiful invitation suites 8-10 weeks prior to your big day. 

EXTRAS.
If you'd like to add a little something special to your custom wedding suite, like unique envelope liners, calligraphy, wax seals, or more, let's make that happen!

TYPICAL TIMELINE.
Here is what you should expect to allow for the entire process. I realize not every bride starts thinking about their invitations 5 months before their wedding. But, the truth is, the further out you start the process, the more options you have, and the more fabulous they will be! And this is not set in stone. While not ideal, I've made letterpress invitations with calligraphy envelopes happen for a client with under 4 months of planning. Start early. You'll thank me.
Final Head Count to Venue: 2 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
RSVP Date (to be printed on RSVP Cards) | 4 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
Invitation Suite in Mail | 10 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
Assemble Invitations (Extra Fee) | 11 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
Invitation Suite to Press | 12 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
Invitation Suite Approved | 13 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
Proofs for Other Items in Suite Delivered to Client | 14 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
Invitation Design Finalized | 15 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
Initial Invitation Concepts to Client (PDF Proofs) | 18 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
Wedding Invitation Consultation with Bride & Groom | 20 Weeks Prior To Wedding Date
Save-the-Dates in the Mail | 6–8 Months Prior to Wedding Date (depending on how many of the guests will be traveling)
* For Custom Envelope Liners: Add 1 Week
* For Calligraphy: Add 2-3 Weeks
* For Letterpress: Add 3 Weeks

ADDRESSING.
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