The Ordering & Proofing Process
Simple | Personalized | Thoughtfully Paced
Placing your order is easy. Simply add your desired invitation suite to your cart, along with any additional items or services you’d like. In your cart, you’ll see a box labeled “Order special instructions.” In that space, please include the following details:
- Couple’s names
- Wedding date and time
- Venue name and address
- RSVP date (if applicable)
- Return or RSVP envelope address (if envelope addressing is added)
- Insert card wording (if applicable)
- Any custom wording or changes
Prefer to send this information via email? That works perfectly, too. If I receive your order without notes, I’ll follow up by email so you can respond with the necessary details there.
Please note: The minimum order quantity is 50 invitations.
After You Place Your Order
Once your order is submitted, I’ll add you to my production schedule. If you’ve included guest address printing, you’ll receive instructions for submitting your addresses via Microsoft Excel.
There are two production processes - One for letterpress invitations - One for digitally printed invitations
For digitally printed invitations - digital proofs are sent the week of your scheduled production. You’ll receive a preview of your suite to review and approve before printing begins. A prompt response (within 1–2 business days) is required to keep your order on schedule.
For letterpress invitations - digital proofs will be sent within 5-7 business days. Again, A prompt response (within 1–2 business days) is required to keep your order on schedule.
Orders typically ship between Thursday through Saturday of your scheduled week.
Color Disclaimer
Due to screen settings and lighting variations, colors may appear slightly different on your device than they do in person. I strive to ensure the final printed product matches your selected palette, or listing photos, as closely as possible.
Proofing & Revisions
Your order includes three rounds of digital proofs, including the initial version. Additional changes beyond this are subject to a $75+ revision fee per round.
Font & Layout Changes
Font and design layout changes are not included in standard pricing. If you would like to adjust fonts or the overall layout, please let me know before your initial proof is created. These types of changes involve significant reworking and carry an additional fee, beginning at $250.
If font or design changes are requested after the initial proof has been sent, additional charges will apply to account for both the design time already spent and the revisions needed across every document in your suite.
Color Changes
Color changes are welcome but must be noted at the time of ordering to ensure materials are purchased correctly and the initial proof reflects your color palette. Digital color changes requested after proofs are completed will also result in an additional fee to account for time spent on color revisions needed across every document in your suite, beginning at $75.
Color changes to physical materials - such as ribbon, thread, or paper - must be confirmed at the time of ordering. Requests made during the proofing stage will result in additional fees, as materials are typically ordered well in advance.
Please note: changes at this stage will also cause a significant delay in production while we wait for new supplies to arrive. If my schedule is already booked by the time the new materials are available, your order will be moved to the next available opening in the production calendar.
Final approval means printing can begin. At that point, all wording, materials, and quantities are considered final. Additional items can be added, but quantities cannot be reduced.
Responsibility for Proofing
While I take great care in preparing your design, you are the final proofreader. Creative Custom Prints is not responsible for misspellings or incorrect wording once your final proof has been approved - even if the error originated on our end. Please ask a friend or family member to double-check your wording and details to ensure accuracy.
If reprinting is required due to an error after approval, the cost of reprinting will be your responsibility.
Lead Times
Lead times vary by season and invitation style
Please allow a minimum of 8 weeks for all letterpress invitations to ensure ample time for ordering the specialty materials and completing the detailed, handcrafted printing process that gives letterpress its signature beauty.
All other NON-letterpress invitations:
- August–December: Approximately 2 to 4 weeks
- January–July: Approximately 6 to 10 weeks
Lead time begins at the time of purchase and may vary based on order volume. If you're working with a tight timeline or have specific deadlines, please reach out via the Contact Us page before placing your order. A rush fee will apply to any rush orders beginning at $150.
A Note on Timing & Communication
As a full-time stay-at-home working mom, I only take a limited number of orders each week. If your response to proofs or submission of required information (such as wording or guest addresses) is delayed, and I’m unable to complete your order in your scheduled week, your order will be moved to the next available opening - which may be 6 to 10 months out during peak season.
To avoid this, please respond promptly when proofs are sent. If a rush is needed to accommodate a delayed response, a rush fee of $100 minimum will apply and may increase depending on order size.