What makes you different from other invitation shops?
There are countless invitation shops, both brick-and-mortar and online, who claim to give you a custom invitation. Usually, their version of custom is using a stock, pre-designed invitation, giving you the choice of font and color.
We at Celestial Invitations provide you with a stress-free experience. We consult with you regarding themes, colors, fonts, etc. before designing a sample created just for you.
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Just how expensive are handmade invitations?
The great thing about Celestial Invitations is that we can create a custom, handmade product for you, while accommodating your budget. Our prices vary according to the number of elements used in the creation. Each custom project is priced individually, but prices range from under $3 and higher. We make every effort to be competitve with other invitation companies, while giving you a unique, handmade product. Cost may vary based on the number of items per order.
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Do you have a minimum quantity per order?
No. Since all of our products are handmade, there is no problem in creating as few or as many as you need. Remember that large orders require extra time.
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When should I order and mail my wedding invitations?
It is best to order your wedding stationery as soon as you know your ceremony and reception locations. However, you should order your invitations no less than 4 months in advance and mail 4-8 weeks before your wedding. Save-the-Dates can be mailed 6-9 months prior to your wedding date.
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How long will it take for my order to be processed?
After our initial contact has been made, the client and I will arrange a time for a design consult, which may take up to thirty minutes. Due to the cost of materials and time, there is a consultation fee, which is non-refundable, but will be applied to your order.
After learning the client's desires, the creation of the sample will begin. This will take about two to three weeks, as the ideas are formulated, papers are hand selected, elements are crafted, and any additional dialogue with client ensues. When the sample is completed, detailed pictures will be posted on the website for the client to access with a security code. Swatches of papers, ribbons, etc. will be mailed, if necessary, to help you visualize your invitation. Any adjustments should be made at this time.
The client will finalize the quantity and place the order. After 75% of the order's cost is received, the assemblage begins. Depending upon the size of the order, this will take three to six weeks. Please remember that all invitations are handmade and large orders will require extra time. This allows for strict attention to detail with no rushing.
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Should I order extra invitations when I place my order?
Most definitely! We recommend that clients order at least 10% additional invitations/products than they originally intended. These take care of those forgotten or last minute guests, B-list guest and keepsakes.
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Will you address and mail the invitations for us?
Absolutely! Busy brides and couples need all the help they can get. If we can alleviate this bit of stress for you, we are glad to do so. Once we have the names and addresses, invitations and announcements will be hand addressed and mailed. We will personally go to the post office and hand-cancel, if necessary. Clients will be kept abreast of every step of the process. This service will cost $1.50 per invitation, as well as postage. Should the client wish to mail the invitations from his/her hometown, the addressed invitations will be shipped to them for shipping and insurance fees.
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Can I order a design exactly as it appears on your website?
If you see a particular design on the website that fits your needs, we will make every effort to duplicate it for you. However, we can not guarantee that the same papers or embellishments will still be available.
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Can you match my invitations to my attendants' dresses or the theme we have chosen?
All products created by Celestial Invitations are custom for your event. If you have a vision of something you want but don't know how to achieve it, we will work together to make that vision a reality. If you wish to match certain colors, we will do the best we can, keeping in mind that print and fabric colors can differ.
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