Friday, October 26, 2007

Handmade Paper Invitation Cards

Our handmade paper invitations are sold as complete sets or as individual components. We sell every part of the wedding invitation as a separate item so you have the opportunity to mix and match. This also allows you to do some or all of the construction on your own. If you would like to punch holes and tie your own ribbon you can save $1.50 per wedding invitation. If you have already purchased paper or envelopes from another company, we are happy to simply print a vellum overlay for you. If you would like to print your own wedding invitations but wish to order paper from us, great! We welcome all orders. Once you have selected a style that suits you, move on to our handmade paper page to select the flowers you would like in your paper. Contemporary invitations allow for many options. Most of today's couples choose to include directions with their invitations. Often you can combine a map, written directions and accommodation information all on one card. Etiquette directs you to make the invitation very simple but we recommend that you avoid a separate mailing. This will save trees, reduce waste and cut down on costs! You will need a response card if you are having a catered event. Your caterer will need to have a final guest count within two weeks of your event. You can save trees/waste/money if you use the more casual postcard style response. Traditionally, invitations were sent in two envelopes so that the servant of the house would open the outer "soiled" envelope and present the master of the house with the pristine inner envelope. Earth-friendly budget-friendly single envelopes are our favorite! Single envelopes do present a dilemma. How do you address the invitation to illustrate to your guest that the whole family is welcome? Who saves envelopes anyway? Simply address the single envelope to all of the people you are inviting. Handmade Paper Invitations

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