Category Archives: Wedding Stationery

What is the Purpose of a Reception Card?

Posted on April 18, 2012

The purpose of the reception card is to invite guests to your reception, let them know what type of reception it is, where it is being held and the time it starts.  It is never proper to announce this information … Continue reading →

Wedding Invitation Etiquette: Respond Cards and Envelopes

Posted on April 11, 2012

A wedding invitation is always a welcome site in the mailbox. However, if proper wedding invitation etiquette is not followed, problems can arise. When sending out wedding invitations, take extra care to not confuse or possibly insult your guests. Following … Continue reading →

What is the Purpose of a Respond Card?

Posted on April 9, 2012

The respond card, or RSVP, is a handy card to have when you need to have an accurate count of how many people will be attending your wedding and reception. The card should contain the following information: An opening line. … Continue reading →

Wedding Invitations Inner Envelopes

Posted on March 7, 2012

Did you ever wonder why there is such a thing? The tradition goes back to the days when invitations were delivered by hand. The wedding invitation was delivered to the invitee’s home, with the name and address on the outer … Continue reading →

Save the Date Cards: What are they and Why do you need them?

Posted on February 3, 2012

Since most brides, thankfully, only go through the wedding planning process once, it is impossible to learn and know all the terminology that has been used in the industry for decades only to forget it overnight after the ceremony. Knowing … Continue reading →

Types of Wedding Personalization – Part 2

Posted on August 25, 2010

Single Initial Still some will just carry things out bearing the last name initial only. The single initial is a timeless choice. In recent years the popular cake topper has been that of a single initial. Our Contemporay Initial Luncheon … Continue reading →

Types of Wedding Personalization – Part 1

Posted on August 23, 2010

The most recent style trend to stick around is that of abundant personalization. More and more couples are choosing to really put their stamp on everything. From designing the napkins to the table linens and so on, after all it … Continue reading →

How To Find A Good Calligrapher

Posted on October 2, 2009

Calligraphy, the art of elegant handwriting, is a wonderful way to put a polished, finishing touch on your wedding invitations. By hiring a calligrapher to address your envelopes, you will add another layer of elegance to your wedding and your guests … Continue reading →

Arranging Invitations and Enclosures – Part 2

Posted on May 4, 2009

Single Panel Cards: Place a tissue over the printed wording. If you have direction, gift registry, at home card or other enclosure cards, place these on top of the tissue. The wording faces upward. The reception card is placed on … Continue reading →

Arranging Invitations and Enclosures – Part 1

Posted on May 1, 2009

This is just a quick run through of how to arrange your invitations for mailing. Your order will come with a sample of what this is supposed to look like. Folded Invitations: Fold the invitation on the indented lines. Place … Continue reading →