FAQs
Our Most Asked Questions, don’t see your answer here be sure to contact me
+ When should I start thinking about order my wedding stationery?
We recommend starting planning your stationery 12 months before your wedding date. Aim to order your Invitations 4-6 months prior to your wedding. Save the Dates should be sent out 9-12 months prior to your wedding, particularly if it’s a destination wedding. Wedding invitations should be sent out to your guests 3 months before your wedding, the RSVP date on your Invitations should be 1 month beforehand, however it may be sooner depending on when your wedding venue will need a final head count from you.
+ What wedding stationery do you provide?
I offer a vast selection of wedding stationery such as on the day invitations, Evening invitations, Save the dates, Mass booklets/cards/scrolls, Ceremony fans, Place name cards, Table numbers/name cards, Menus, Welcome pack cards, Table plans, Welcome signs, and Unplugged wedding signs.
+ Are samples available?
Yes samples are available, it’s a good idea to order a sample invitation to see and feel the premium quality of our invitations. Samples can be ordered on our website by clicking order a sample. You should receive your sample within 1 week or ordering. Please note that samples are not personalised.
+ Are consultations available to chat about my wedding stationery?
Yes, consultations can booked to view my designs at my home studio in the beautiful coastal town of Cobh, Co. Cork, this is by appointment only and can be arranged by calling me on 086 8286427 or by e-mail to hello@coutureweddingcards.ie. You also have the option to work with me electronically.
+ How many Invitations should I order?
Count how many guests you are inviting to your wedding, please remember it is one invitation per household/couple and not one invitation per guest. We always recommend ordering an additional 10% extra to allow for any spares, guest list changes or errors made as extra invitations ordered afterwards can work out more costly for a small amount printed. Don’t forget to keep a set for your photographer for your big day.
+ Do you have a minimum order quantity for invitations?
Yes, the minimum order quantity is 50 for day invitations or save the dates.
+ Are envelopes included in the cost?
Yes, envelopes are included in the cost of your invitations. Our envelopes are premium quality envelopes and are in white or ivory 130gsm depending on your chosen design. Pearlescent or colour envelopes are also available for an extra cost, please enquire for more details.
+ Are envelope liners available?
Yes, we have envelope liners available to match or coordinate with our studio designs. If you are having a bespoke design we can design envelope liners to match your invitations.
+ Can you print guest names on our Invitations?
We offer the service of guest name personalisation at a charge of €0.40 per invitation Invitations are provided with a line to write your guest names in.
+ Can font styles be changed on your studio Invitations designs?
A lot of time and effort is made to pair fonts with our designs so that they look well together but should you wish to change a font on a design we can send you some different font options that we feel would work well with your Invitation?
+ Can I order in a foreign language?
Yes, ordering in a foreign language is no problem once you provide the wording to us. Please note that it is your responsibility to check the spelling, accents, and punctuality along with your wedding details to ensure that they are correct as in all orders that we receive.
+ Do you take rush orders?
Yes, rush orders can be accommodated for at an extra fee. Please get in touch with me prior to ordering to discuss this, as it will depend on availability.
+ Do I need to pay a deposit?
If you love our style and want to work with us, a non -refundable deposit of €70 is required pay deposit here to book with us. We can then schedule a date to start working on your order.
+ Can I get a physical sample of my Invitation before final print?
Yes, if you would like to see a physical sample of your Invitation, this can be arranged for a fee of €12 which will be added to your final balance. Electronic pdf proofs by email are free of charge.
+ When do I pay my final balance?
Once you have given us approval to print, we will then require the balance of payment and will send you a final invoice which can be paid to us via bank transfer, or can pay when collecting your order from the studio.
+ What is your delivery cost for my order?
The delivery cost is €15 for courier delivery within Ireland and will be added to your final balance. For International orders we will advise the cost once you have placed your order with us. Collection from our studio is free of charge.