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Ordering Your Invitations

 

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How soon should I order?
Placing an order with The Pulp Studio is a quick and easy process! Wedding invitations and all formal invitations should generally be mailed out within 6-8 weeks of the event date. Our standard turaround time is 4-6 weeks from the date of proof approval. Larger projects take a bit longer, but we will notify you of any delays. Your wedding invitations, wedding stationery and formal event invitations should be ordered 4-6 months prior to the date of the event. It is never too early to order your invitations. For totally custom invitations, we require additional time to work with the client on a one on one basis.


    How do I order?
    You may call us direct (310) 499-4917, or fax (310) 499-4927 or email us to place an inquiry. Please have our downloadable order form filled out so that we may better assist you. We are a small studio and may not be able to accept all orders, so it is best to book us in advance. We do return all calls and email received within 48 hours.

    1) As soon as your order form is received, we will confirm your details by phone/fax or email.

    2) A start-up fee of $90 is required. This fee is credited towards your order total.

    3) We will provide you with two electronic proofs and an agreement letter. These must be signed and faxed/emailed back to us. Should you require additional proofs, they are available at $25 fee per proof.

    4) The remainder of your order balance is then due. We accept the following methods of payment: business & personal checks, and the following credit cards: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and JCB Diner's Club. Payments made by personal/business checks will be held until clearance.

    5) You will receive an email notification of your order shipment. All orders ship via USPS, fully insured and trackable.


    What is the whole order process?

    The invitation process is approximately 4-6 weeks of production and consists of the following:

    • Fill out the downloadable .pdf form above. You may also call or email us with your event details. Be as specific as possible and include the following information. Our minimum invitation order is 25 and you can order as many as you need. We have no order increments.

      1. Browse through our unique wedding invitation designs.
      For custom wedding invitations, skip 2-4 and email us with your information.
      We will schedule a consultation by phone or email.

      2. We require a $90 start up fee, provide you with two proofs and an agreement letter. Once signed, the remaining balance is due.


    • Custom Designs:
      Creation of custom designs (designs not shown on our website) require a $1,000 design fee, in addition to materials and labor. In the event of cancellation, your account will be charged for labor and design fee.

    Note: Accuracy of your wedding invitations text depends on you! Please be as specific as possible regarding the event.
    • Based on the information given, we will generate a proof for your invitations.
    • A proof will be transmitted to you, either by electronic mail, fax or by postal mail for approval. If desired, a finished and assembled invitation can be produced for a fee of $25.
    • After proof approval, we will send you an agreement letter, along with a final copy of the proof. You can note revisions directly on the proof sheet. Both the final proof, along with the revisions (if necessary) and the agreement letter need to be signed and mailed or faxed back to us.
    • Your balance is required, thereafter we will then begin production on your order. It is IMPORTANT to carefully review the proof to make sure it meets your expectations - wording, justification, fonts, motifs. It is your responsibility to provide accurate information and wording. Your jobs will be printed exactly as shown on proof.
    • Invitations will ship by USPS Priority Mail, fully insured and trackable.

     

I'm interested in a custom invitation

I'd like to have an invitation created from scratch. Is this possible?

Yes. For a truly custom design - using your vision and the artistry of our designers, a non refundable $1,000 retainer is required. The fee is in addition to materials and labor. We will provide you with a total project quote upon request.

 

What are your printing methods?
We cater to your taste and budget by offering an assortment of printing methods. We offer letterpress, silkscreen and our basic offset printing in standard black and pantone colors. Our invitations are priced for black offset (flat ink) printing. Ink colors and finishes (pearlized and metallics) are available for an additional charge.

What options are available?
There are many options available to customize your order. For nominal fees, we can print your reply and main envelopes with your return address, customize ink colors, and add on different styles of ribbon, raffia and ties. We can incorporate eyelets, custom photos, pressed flowers, colored stones, leather, velvet- options are endless! Inquire about a custom order!

 

Help! I need invitations quick!
Ahhh...the procrastinator....we have all been there. Luckily, The Pulp Studio is here to help solve all your invitation needs. A 50% rush surcharge is added to invitation orders needed prior to our 4 week lead time, but...Did you know that most of our invitations can be DIYs ? We print and cut all your invitation components, ship it to you within two weeks (of dated approved proofs) and you assemble them with the handy instructions provided. We also supply the adhesives and embellishments needed - pre-cut ribbons, pressed flowers and we even hand over the secret to those dainty square knotted bows! Plus, you save $$ (these are 30% cheaper than the list price). Ask us. Call us. Fax us. We can help you!
*due to high level of craftsmanship required, not all invitations are DIYs. Please inquire.

 

Can I get a free sample?
Because of the costs associated with producing each wedding invitation, we simply cannot offer free samples. Upon availability, samples can be purchased at their list prices and are encouraged prior to placing an order, to get a feel for the various textures, dimensions and the unique personality of each invitation. You can purchase a sample here . Your sample purchases (up to $25) will be credited towards your wedding invitations package should you decide to purchase.

We will however, send you FREE swatches of paper patterns and solid colors available. We carry a worldy assortment paper styles - from Italian, Japanese silkscreens, Manila Hemp, Thai Handmade, Indian batiks, Balinese prints, Chinese patterns, Swiss retros - Just ask!

Please allow up to three weeks to receive your samples.


More questions?

Please email us, call us at 310.499.4917 or fax us at 310.499.4927 with any questions you may have. We look forward to working with you!

 

 

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