Parts of your Wedding Stationery

Wedding Invitations

The Invitation is the most important part of your Wedding Invitation Ensemble. It shows who is getting married, the day, time, year and location and hosts. The Invitation is mailed approximately six to eight weeks before the ceremony. Invitations may be issued by the parents of the bride or by the bride and groom themselves. If one parent is deceased, the surviving parent may issue the invitation. If both parents are deceased, a guardian, a close relative or a family friend may serve as the sponsor and issue the invitation. Examples of these formats are provided below.

Invitation Envelopes

Traditionally, Wedding Invitations and Announcements have two envelopes, an inner and an outer. The Invitation along with accompanying enclosure items, are enclosed first in an inner envelope facing the back flap, with the names of those invited handwritten on the front. The inner envelope is addressed "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" (first names omitted), without address. Avoid using the phrase "and family". All family members should be included, for example: "Mr. and Mrs. Smith", "Julie and Andrew". The inner envelope usually does not have a gummed flap and is often ordered with a colored lining. Colored envelope linings are made available to you at a slight additional charge. Select from the lining colors shown. After the inner envelope is properly addressed, place it in an outer envelope which is sealed and addressed. To assure that the invited guests receive your invitation, we recommend that you have your return address printed in raised letters on the outer envelope flap. Envelopes should never be typed but should be written by hand.

Wedding Announcements

The Wedding Announcement is sent to those who have not been invited to the wedding. Announcements can be the same as your Invitations in terms of design, ink color and lettering. Any Invitation can be used as a Wedding Announcement. Announcements may be sent to friends or relatives who live far away, old friends who have been out of contact with the bride and groom, business associates and friends who cannot be included because of limited space or resources. Announcements are usually addressed beforehand and mailed immediately after the wedding.

Save the Date Cards

Save the Date Cards are sent out to your guests four to six months before your wedding so your special day will be put on their busy calendars. Save the Date Cards are especially perfect for Destination Weddings. The advance notice of the upcoming special event gives your guests plenty of time to reserve the date and prepare for their trip.

Reception Cards

This card is enclosed with the Invitation to show the time and place of the reception. The Reception Card is inserted with the Invitation into the inner envelope.

Place Cards

Place Cards let you politely inform your guest of their seating arrangements at the reception. Place Cards are available in a variety of styles and paper colors.

Response Cards with Printed Return Address Envelopes

This card is enclosed with the Invitation so that you can finalize reception arrangements and provide for all who plan to attend. It is a nice and convenient way for guests to reply. The Return Envelope is printed with the address of the person(s) issuing the invitation. The printed Return Envelope is included in the price of the Respond Cards.

Direction and Map Cards

The Direction Card, which is enclosed with the Invitation, is a thoughtful and practical way to be sure your guests arrive at the correct location for your ceremony or reception. This card is enclosed with the invitation. No envelopes are required. If further directions are needed, a map may be necessary.

Thank You and Informal Personal Notes

The Informal Personal Note may be personalized with the names of the Bride and Groom, the Bride's name only or a monogram. They are perfect for a personal thank you and for many other occasions when a brief correspondence is necessary. Informal Personal Notes and Thank You Notes come with a matching envelope. Your return address may be printed in raised letters on the envelope flap for a slight additional charge.

New Address Cards

New Address Cards, also known as At Home Cards, may be enclosed with Wedding Invitations or Announcements. These cards inform your friends and family of the location and date at which they may begin sending correspondence to the new couple.

Envelope Seals

Envelope Seals are placed on the outer envelope flap to give your invitation a more attractive appearance.

Wedding Programs

Wedding Programs are an acceptable way for you to familiarize your guest with the ceremonial proceedings an make lovely keepsakes. A close friend of the Bride and/or Groom may present them to the guest before the ceremony. Programs show the order of service, names of the wedding participants, worship notations for the congregation and other meaningful information. They are available in a variety of styles and paper colors.

Church Pew Cards

To ensure reserved seating for your special guests within the front ribboned pews, we suggest the use of Church Pew Cards. This card is enclosed with your Invitation. No envelopes are required. Guests should hand this card to the usher when being seated.

Napkins

Napkins beautifully enhance the atmosphere of your reception or party. They are available in Beverage and Luncheon sizes in a variety of colors, designs and ink or foil imprints.

Matches & Scratchpads

Personalized Matchbooks, Matchboxes and Scratch Pads are available in a large selection of colors and designs. For complete reception coordination choose the same color and design for all of your reception
table accessories.

Bookmarks

Bookmarks are a nice way for you to personally thank your guest for attending your reception and make lovely keepsakes. They are available in a variety of colors, with your choice of design, ink color, tassel color, lettering style and verse. Bookmarks may be arranged at a dinner or buffet setting or handed to guest upon arrival.

Scrolls

Show your appreciation to your guests in classic style with one of our scrolls imprinted with a thoughtful verse. You may either hand out scrolls to guests as they arrive at your reception or place one at each table setting. To coordinate with your wedding and create a lasting keepsake for guests, scrolls may be personalized with your names, wedding date, a verse of your choice and a complementing design. Secure your scrolls with a scroll ring to personalized favor ribbon.

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