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This page will walk you through timelines for ordering and mailing, checklists so you don't miss a thing, printing methods and paper selections, and a handy guest list spreadsheet template download.
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SEMI-CUSTOM vs CUSTOM DESIGN
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The three main points to consider when deciding if semi-custom or fully custom is the best fit for you include design control, timeline and investment.
DESIGN
Semi-custom invitations are pre-designed, with elements that can be customized including fonts, colors and other details. Overall, you have an idea of what your invitations will look like from the outset. When invitations are fully custom, you have as much or as little control over the design as you want. The result is a one-of-a-kind design that will be created specifically for you.
TIMELINE
Because semi-custom invitations have already been designed, turnaround is very quick, as little as X. You’ll just need to make a few decisions that will allow me to personalize your semi-custom suite, and then you’ll review your proof.
INVESTMENT
Semi-custom is the most cost-effective solution for couples who want well-designed wedding stationery within a smaller budget. Custom designs are a bigger investment, but worth it to the couple who values a completely personal touch for their invitations.
Around the 9-12 month mark {after you've booked your wedding venue, planner and photographer} you should start thinking about wedding stationery. If you are doing save the date cards, now is the time to start working with your invitation designer to start those, especially if you already have your engagement photos back and are eager to show them off!
Disclaimer: if you are less than 9 months out from your wedding, it does not at all mean we can't work together. We can adjust timelines and make them work in the timeframe you have! My own engagement was only six months long, so I am an expert at tighter timelines.
Hire a Wedding Stationer & Start Save the Date Design
AFTER THE WEDDING
3-4 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
8-12 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
4-5 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
6-9 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
9-12 Months prior to your wedding
Save the Dates can be mailed anywhere between seven and twelve months before your wedding date to give guests plenty of time to plan for your wedding. If you have less than 6 months to go before your wedding, skip the save the dates and move straight to wedding invitations.
Design of your wedding invitation suite also typically starts around this time and can be anywhere from 1-3 months of designing, sometimes more!
Mail Save the Dates and Start Invitation Design
AFTER THE WEDDING
3-4 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
8-12 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
4-5 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
6-9 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
9-12 MONTHS PRIOR TO YOUR WEDDING
Your invitation suite will be sent to the printer within 24-48 hours of final approvals being submitted, typically at the 4-5 month prior to the wedding. This allows time for receiving the invitations, assembly and stuffing and stamping envelopes before they need to go in the mail.
Invitations are put into production.
AFTER THE WEDDING
3-4 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
8-12 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
4-5 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
6-9 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
9-12 MONTHS PRIOR TO YOUR WEDDING
I always recommend a minimum of 8 weeks for wedding invitations to be mailed, but more time doesn't hurt, especially if you are mailing during a busy holiday season. It’s is also recommended to mail them sooner if you are having a holiday or destination wedding (to give guests more time to plan for accommodations and time off work) or are sending invitations internationally.
Also, start thinking about any day of wedding signage and stationery you’d like to include on your wedding day. Design can start before you have final guest counts so you are ahead of the game and not stressing about design elements right before your wedding. Most day of stationery can be shipped directly to you or your wedding planner to avoid extra shipping times.
Mail Invitations, Start Designing Wedding Day Stationery
AFTER THE WEDDING
3-4 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
8-12 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
4-5 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
6-9 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
9-12 MONTHS PRIOR TO YOUR WEDDING
This timeframe is when you want to make sure you have received your guests’ response cards back so you can plan for a total number of guests both for your caterer and also get any day of stationery like seating charts or escort cards on order.
Recommended Return Timeframe for RSVP Responses
AFTER THE WEDDING
3-4 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
8-12 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
4-5 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
6-9 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
9-12 MONTHS PRIOR TO YOUR WEDDING
Start thinking about what thank you cards or holiday cards you’d like to send out after your wedding to show off those amazing newlywed photos. These can be designed to match your wedding invitations or be a completely unique design!
Order Thank You Cards and Holiday Greetings
AFTER THE WEDDING
3-4 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
8-12 WEEKS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
4-5 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
6-9 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE WEDDING
9-12 MONTHS PRIOR TO YOUR WEDDING
- CINDY. MOTHER OF THE BRIDE
Allison provided appropriate timelines and clear communication with us and our wedding coordinator, and she quickly and professionally addressed a print issue. The theme of the wedding was set with the invitation and was carried through to the final place card. Allison removed stress and delivered beauty for this out-of-town MOB.
ALLISON heard, understood, and 'kindly delivered' THE MOST PERFECT AND STUNNING WEDDING INVITATIONS FOR my daughter's wedding.
- ROBERTA, VOW RENEWALS
I am so in love with my wedding invitations! Allison was amazing to work with and I am so thankful for her! I will definitely be referring her to friends and family!
EVERYTHING CAME OUT so much better THAN I EVER COULD IMAGINED.
Bridal Shower Invitations
Wedding Party Proposals
Bachelorette Party or Weekend
- Invitations
- Itineraries,
- Favor Tags, etc.
Wedding Party and Parent/Grandparent Thank You Notes
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Engagement Party Invitations
Save the Date Cards
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Invitation Card
RSVP (Response) Card
Enclosure Cards:
- Custom Map or Accommodations
- Reception Details
- Wedding Website
- Wedding Day or Weekend Timeline
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Programs
Guest Book
Welcome Sign
Order of Events Signage
Unplugged Ceremony Sign
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Place cards
Table Numbers
Menus, Napkins, Coasters
Seating Chart or Escort Cards / Display
Open Bar or Signature Cocktail Sign
Favor Tags, Bags or Boxes
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Thank you Cards
Holiday Cards
For past clients only:
- Baby Shower Invitations
- Baby Announcements
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This is a small sampling of the colors available for both inks and envelopes. Please don't hesitate to ask about other color options.
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Choose from the standard line of paper options or ask about other colors, textures and double thick options.
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Mix and match any of these printing methods for a completely custom look. White ink printing is also available under flat printing.
Foil Stamped
Digital (Flat)
Printing
Thermography & Digital Printing
Letterpress
Handmade Paper
Cotton Papers
Vellum
Eggshell Finish Stock
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