Creating the perfect event can require a great deal of research and planning. It's important to identify your steps, make goals and stay on schedule.
Be sure to add plenty of time for designing your customized pieces as well as printing time if applicable. Below is an estimated timeline for planning your events' invitations and accessories. These are rough suggestions based on starting a design from scratch. Time may be higher or lower depending on the complexity of your project.
Custom Sizes or Special Finishes |
ten weeks |
Custom sizing or special finishes (examples binding, foil, or die cuts) may require extra time with the printer. Please allow at least 8 weeks before desired mailing date for design, printing, and finishing. |
Standard Size invitation/card, response, postcards or thank yous. |
eight weeks |
Please allow at least 8 weeks before desired mailing date for design, printing, and finishing. |
Flyers, Posters and Favor Labels |
three to four weeks |
Plan at least three weeks for design and file delivery if you'll be printing your flyers in-house. Plan four or more weeks for design and printing with one of our print vendors. |
Illustrated or Hand Made |
Time Varies |
Call to Discuss |
Digital Invitations, Accompaniments and CD Favors |
six weeks |
Please plan at least 6 weeks prior to your deadline or desired delivery date for development and testing of multimedia files and web content. |
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