Frequently Asked Questions

How do I place an order?

Call or email to check availability. Mail your envelopes to me. Remember to order at least 10% extra. I will let you know when they arrive. Include your guest list or you can email it. I will address them and mail them back to you.

How to do I choose appropriate stationary for calligraphy?

Paper quality is important. The paper must not be able to absorb the ink or cause it to bleed. Ask your stationer before ordering invitations if the envelopes will be suitable for calligraphy. Recycled paper is usually porous, so not a good choice for pen and ink calligraphy.

What is the best way to write out my guest list?

Type up your guest list in Excel. Be sure to include a column for the inner envelope. Keep the names in alphabetical order to avoid repeating names. Do not abbreviate street names. Usually, middle names are not used unless the person is referred to by their middle name.

I will follow exactly the way you have written the guest list, so it needs to be correct. Please double and triple check spelling. Refer to the etiquette section or the Crane's Wedding Blue Book for all your etiquette questions.

How long will the order take?

Allow approximately one week for every 100 envelopes plus mail time. Turnaround time for all work will depend on my schedule so please inquire first. Invitations should be mailed out approximately 6-8 weeks before your wedding, so plan accordingly when you order your invitations.

Can you customize a font to match my wedding invitation?

Yes. Allow an extra week lead time for this. Send me a copy of your invitation by mail or email scanned copy. I will work up a sample to be emailed back to you for your approval.

Shipping

Insured priority mail is the recommended safe and secure way of sending your envelopes to me worry free. I will let you know that they arrived safely. Free return shipping on orders of over 100 envelopes. For all other orders, standard shipping rates apply.

Payment information

I accept checks, money orders, Paypal. A 50% deposit is required at the time of booking to be put on my schedule. If you are paying your final payment by check, please allow a few days for your check to arrive before I mail your order back to you.

Corrections

Late addresses or corrections can be emailed.