Choosing Wedding Stationery

Posted for Gemma Wade on 4 May, 2009 under the category: Basingstoke Weddings, Wedding Stationery

Choosing your wedding stationery

Your wedding stationery is your communication between you and your guests. Its sole purpose is to notify your guests of the where, when, how and what’s of your wedding day.

Your wedding stationery will set the scene for your forthcoming big day and it is expected that it will reflect the type of occasion you are planning.

For example, if your wedding day is going to be a very formal event then this is what your invitations should convey, however if it is to be more informal then using more casual language and styles will let you guests know this.

In the same way your wedding stationery should reflect the mood, theme or colour scheme you are planning. For example if your theme is hearts and your colour scheme is red and gold then this is a great starting point for your stationery.

Some typical wedding stationery you would need to help make your day special is:

Save the Date Cards
A lot of couples send out save the date cards about a year before their big day- registrars can only be booked one year in advance and without this booking your wedding date is not confirmed even if your venue has a deposit. At the time it is too early to really send out invitations as many details or indeed the guest list may change dramatically by the time the wedding day arrives. Save the date cards are typically only sent to guests that will definitely be invited, for example, family or close friends. Most couples avoid sending them to colleagues etc. as they may not be working at the same place come the wedding.

Invitations
The wedding invitations can be sent out as soon as you have a confirmed date, venue and guest list but typically are sent 6-8 weeks prior to the wedding. You can use either day invitations (For guest attending the ceremony, meal and evening reception) or evening invitations (For guests only invited to the evening reception).

Make sure your cards have included an RSVP date in your invitation to avoid people replying last minute. This date is important for your planning and you knowing numbers will help for things like caterers require final numbers.

RSVP cards
Some couples include a simple reply card with their invitations to make it easy for the guests to reply swiftly. Additional dietary requirements etc. can always be detailed on here.

Order of Service/Order of the Day
The Order of Service is handed out usually at church ceremonies and includes hymns, prayers etc. However Order of the Day cards are becoming more popular at civil ceremonies and details the running order of the whole day.

Seating Plan
Usually situated at the door of the reception room to direct guest to their table.

Place Cards
Individual name cards are place at the seat you require your guest to sit in.

Thank You Cards
Thank you cards to match the theme of your wedding are popular to remind people of the day a few weeks after. Personalised or a general thank you message inside lets guest know you appreciated them attending. Thank you cards with a photograph of you and your new husband/wife on the big day or a honeymoon snap are becoming increasingly popular as a keepsake.

Why choose handmade Stationery?

Simple.

• Do you want to trail around shops and through catalogues looking for the perfect invitations?
• Or have you seen a thousand designs and every one has something you wish was different about it?
• Do you want the same stationery as everyone else?

If not then speak to Handmade by Gemma by booking a free consultation and she will design a completely bespoke set of stationery for you and your partner that will be completely individual to you.

But why use a professional to hand make your wedding stationery?

With so many shop selling DIY card kits and craft shops popping up all over the place why should you pay to get someone else to make your wedding stationery when you could just do it yourself?

The simple answer is by using companies such as Handmade by Gemma you guarantee make output for minimum effort. Many people under estimate how much time it takes to make cards and stationery. With all of the other details of your wedding to plan and organise you do not want to be rushed and paniced to get your invitations done.

Also by using a professional there will know the supplies available and techniques to create the perfect cards for you. You do not have time to shop around for the best deals on card or the perfect colour Ribbon. So let someone like Handmade by Gemmaa do it for you.

Using a professional or choosing handmade stationery does not always need to be the most expensive option. Choose your own budget and discuss with Gemma what options you have within your range. You’d be surprised how affordable handmade stationery can be!

 

They are professionals for a reason!!

 

 

Gemma is a wedding stationery designer based in Basingstoke. She specializes in high quality bespoke design and is dedicated in providing Bride and Grooms to be with beautifully handcrafted stationery for all aspects of their big day. Her portfolio includes invitations, order of service, menus, table plans, favours, name cards and much more. Gemma’s passion for design and paper craft is shown in her elegant and stylish approach- both of which are things your wedding day shouldn’t be without! Handmade by Gemma 07834 902570 contact@handmadebygemma.com www.handmadebygemma.com

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One Response to “Choosing Wedding Stationery”

1. Cassandra Says:
   July 1st, 2009 at 6:32 pm

   Interesting wedding site ! Nice Works..:)

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