THE CALLIGRAPHY PROCESS
Step 1: Contact me with any questions you may have.
Step 2: Once we begin working together I will send you an Order Form that explains the details of my service. You will then need to send it back to me with a deposit. A deposit is needed so I can allocate time on my calendar for your order. A rush fee could incur if time is not reserved.
Step 3: Order your envelopes. Please order 20% extra for mistakes, changes or additions. You could see if your stationer could send your envelopes directly to me to save time and money.
Step 4: Create your guest list. I need a list that is typed and centered in Word or Pages, no Excel sheets. More explicit directions will be given for this step.
Step 5: I work on your order as you relax with the extra time you’ve gained from me lending you a hand. :)
Step 6: I send your order back to you approximately 7-10 days after I receive your order. This depends on quantity and my workload at the time we begin working together.
Step 7: You stuff your beautiful invitations into your envelopes, stamp, mail and await your responses!
Stationery Timeline
11-12 Months Before
Order Save the Dates. If you’ll be using a calligrapher for these book as soon as possible.
7-8 Months
Mail Save the Dates. 10 - 11 months ahead if it’s a destination wedding.
4-6 Months
Order invitations. Hire calligrapher ~ preferably Lynda at Write Away For You Calligraphy. :)
3 Months
Order Day Of pieces ~ menus, table numbers, table cards, place cards, programs, signage, thank you cards.
10-12 Weeks
Send your envelopes to calligrapher.
Order stamps. Have your invitation weighed before ordering. The weight and size matter. Consider having stamps made to match your theme.
6 - 8 Weeks
Mail your wedding and rehearsal dinner invitations! 8 weeks before if Save the Dates weren’t sent. 12 weeks before if it’s a destination wedding or around the holidays.