Iwonka's Pocketfolds

There are so many elements about Iwonka's invitations that I love! Anybody that really knows me knows that I am partial to the deep red and brown colors :) I also love the graphic that was used in her ensemble, and I love how the curls in the font pick up the swirls in the graphic. I was also very excited about the seals on the outside of the pocketfold. Each of her invitations have been personalized with her guests' name and incorporates the graphic. Althought, proofreading 200+ polish names was not the easiest task for me!



I also love the format for her envelopes! Normally, I would suggest to my clients to use a colored envelope if it is available in your color scheme. But with the vibrant colors this graphic adds to the metallic ecru envelopes, I was really happy with the end result! For those newbies out there looking for ideas and gathering price info, we do not charge extra to print a graphic on your envelopes. Just one more reason to consider Salutations for the design and printing of your invitations, and it really ties the whole ensemble together!



Iwonka's custom maps were one of the most complex maps I've had to design yet. Her church and reception were not very close together (Farmington Hills and Troy), and most of her guests had to travel to attend her wedding. Rather than making the map double-sided, Iwonka elected to have an overview of the major Detroir area highways, with blow-up details for the church and reception location. Also included on her map are her accommodations, and information letting her guests know that there was a complimentary shuttle between the hotel and the reception.

At the last minute, Iwonka decided to add a Seating Chart to her order.

Her extras tied back to the original invitation to carry her theme throughout the reception, including table numbers, 2-page booklet programs, and two styles of favor tags. One is a folded card that she could hand write a person note for each of her guests and attached to the out-of-town baskets at the hotel. The other is just a flat tag that was attached to favors!

Henry and Angela are one of my New York City couples, and they were so fun to work with! This is one of the rare instances where most of my communication was through the groom, but after working with them I feel as though they have become friends! Henry and Angela were married at a vineyard in California, and had a very modern pocketfold in bronze, fushia, and tea green. The pocketfold inserts included a RSVP postcard, a Brunch insert, and a custom map. The map is one of my favorites this year, I love how the finished map printed! I also had the pleasure of designing program fans, something I haven't had a chance to do in a long time. I know you can't see the detail, but the thank you's that each of them wrote on the back of the program are very touching. Without ever meeting Henry or Angela or their families, I feel like I know so much about them and it's obvious they grew up in very loving homes! In lieu of table numbers, they opted for table names. Each of the table names is a significant place for the two of them, and there is a blurb on each table tent that explains why - I wish you could read all the table tents that I made! Each guest had their individual escort card, which was placed in a beautiful topiary in colors that matched their reception decor perfectly! Henry offered me a CD with their professional photos, which I will try to post once I receive it. I am definitely in withdrawl now that their wedding is over and I don't have all of Henry's emails to look forward to each day, but I will be sure to look them up when I head to NYC this spring again for the National Stationery Show! Best wishes to you two!!!

Do It Yourself!

Are you looking for ways to save money on programs, placecards, etc.? Depending on how crafty you are, you can always buy blank cardstock that matches your invitation ensemble and do it yourself! All of our products are available as blank cardstock. 8.5x11" sheets of metallic cardstock start as low as 30 cents a sheet. Just ask, maybe we can give you some ideas!

Kim's Pocketfold

When Kim came to her initial consult, she brought with her an invitation that she fell in love with. Ironically enough, the invitation belonged to a former bride of mine! The outside of the pocketfold has a seal with each guests' name printed on it, and a ribbon to hold the pocket close. Sorry for the blurry photo of the map card, I am still learning how to use my digital camera and haven't figured all the quirks out yet! If anybody wants to trade photography lessons for invitation design, we just might have a deal! :)

Jenna's Pocketfolds

Jenna is one of my ever growing number of out of state brides, and was great to work with! Jenna contacted me at the last minute when she couldn't find a pocketfold invitation that was in her budget. We were able to design, print, and ship these in less than two weeks - a record for me! The two-tone custom graphic matches the metallic pocketfold and the backer card perfectly, and was carried over to the response postcard. The custom map is a new style for me, and I love the way it turned out! The monogram seal on the outside is a simple "O" with a crystal that matches perfectly in the tail of the letter. Jenna has received so many compliments on them that she has asked me to design her menu cards and programs to match!

Overstock Sale!

I'm trying to get a head start on my Spring Cleaning, and found a few items that I need to move out! I have a few overstock items that I am selling at a significantly discounted price. If you are interested in any of them, please email me!

• 5x7 Signature Portrait Pocketfold - Antique Gold. Approximately 175, $1 each
  
• 5x7 Signature Landscape Pocketfold - Antique Gold. Approximately 100, $1 each
  
• 5x7 Signature Portrait Pocketfold - Zircon. Approximately 140, $1 each
  
• Willow Springs Program Paper - great if you want DIY programs! Each package makes 50 2-page programs, and includes setup instructions. I have sample finished programs that I can give you. Available in White Linen (3), Pale Pink (1), Celadon (3), Periwinkle (4), and Silver Sparkle (2). $6 per package.