Marisol and Terence’s foil-stamped wedding invitations have an old-world charm and plenty of refined details, plus some unexpected design elements that keep things light, fun, and glamorous. This couple worked with our dear friend Carolyn from Quintessence Fine Papers and Gifts to create these invitations.

At its core, this custom wedding invitation design leans into classic formality. The couple’s initials appear in a custom, ornate crest at the top, immediately setting the tone. A traditional layout, coupled with a flowing script font and a classic serif font, creates a balanced, structured feel. Champagne matte foil stamping is elegant, while the broad, foil-stamped border adds a decadent touch.

The envelope liner features a custom illustration of the Chicago History Museum, the location of the reception. This is a lovely personal element that is completely unique to this design. The envelope liner features bold white digital printing on walnut text, adding a contemporary feel to the invitation suite.

Reception Card

• foil stamping: champagne matte
• fonts: madison pro + mrs. eaves + adobe garamond
• paper: bella cocoa velvet (front) / metallic sand 1-ply (back)
• size: a-2
• die-cut shape: bf-111
• finishing: duplex front and back card together
• job: 77213

Details Card

• Digital ink: espresso
• fonts: madison pro + mrs. eaves + adobe garamond
• paper: bella metallic sand 1-ply
• size: 2.5” x 3.5”
• die-cut shape: cd-485
• job: 77213

The reception card is a stunner, featuring foil stamping on our cocoa velvet. The velvet is adhered to our metallic sand 1-ply, giving the card structure and a hint of glimmer. An oval die-cut shape further distinguishes this card, while the broad foil-stamped border aligns with the invitation design.

The whimsical details card also features our metallic sand stock, but this time it’s die cut into the shape of a butterfly. This is a charming card that succinctly conveys important info while introducing a fun, unexpected design element.

Do you want classic wedding invitations? Or do you want to feature velvet or add whimsy with a fun die-cut shape? Would a custom envelope liner featuring the reception location be the perfect addition? Whatever you’re thinking, we can help make it happen. Contact us or work with one of our dealers to create the perfect wedding stationery for your big day.

A new home is an exciting time, and the Martin family wanted to share the good news with their friends and family. Given the timing, they also chose to include another card conveying Easter well wishes. The family worked with our dear friend Lindsey from Mrs. Post Fine Stationery & Gifts to create a whimsical new home announcement, a thoughtful Easter card, and a lovely gatefold with custom artwork. The overall feel is soft and sentimental.

Details Card

• letterpress ink: chambray
• digital ink: cmyk
• fonts: itc galliard pro roman/italic + sophia script regular
• paper: bella smooth cotton 2-ply white
• Size: sq-5
• die cut shape: cd-654
• envelope printing: cmyk + chambray digital on the front, interior, and back flap
• custom converted envelope: white text
• envelope die: e-400 
• job: 75675

The details card shares the couple’s new address and contact information. Floral watercolor artwork hugs the gentle scallop edge. The extravagant script font beautifully coordinates with the floral border. The design is fun and fanciful. 

The announcement card features a more traditional design and shares an Easter sentiment. The airy script font makes a statement while the remaining text appears in a refined yet understated serif font that anchors the typography. The crisp letterpress border frames the text while outlining the edges of the card.

The gatefold is an absolutely charming piece that secures the cards in the envelope while also showcasing the couple’s home. An illustration of the home appears on the interior and is visible when the cards are removed. Artwork featuring the home is also printed on the exterior of the gatefold and aligned in such a way to showcase the structure when the gatefold is closed. The same floral artwork from the details card delicately cascades along the exterior fold line, framing the home when recipients remove the gatefold from the envelope.

All of these pieces have a storybook feel with charming watercolor artwork and personal touches. It was a complete joy to work on this job. Are you interested in custom stationery to commemorate a milestone and spread your good news? Do you love the concept of a gatefold that reveals a custom illustration when the panels are closed? Whatever your stationery needs, our dealers can assist you through the process to create the perfect pieces.

We have another one-of-a-kind design to share with you, courtesy of our friend Janeil of Seventh and Anderson. Not too long ago, we partnered with Janeil to create two wedding stationery suites for a styled shoot. We already highlighted the garden party-inspired design, and we cannot wait to share the second design, which features layered die-cut shapes, a vibrant color palette, and a watercolor illustration of the venue.

Invitation

• letterpress ink: chili
• fonts: avenir + solingen + ecatherina
• papers: bella smooth cotton 2-ply white 
• card size: sq-7
• envelope liner: lexsa pattern digitally in cmyk on white text
• envelope: white text
• job: 77887

This design is bold and modern, yet it still has an underlying romantic feel. The layout is traditional, but the whimsical font is contemporary and fun, while still maintaining a formal sense.

Reply Card

• letterpress ink: persimmon
• fonts: avenir + solingen + ecatherina
• papers: bella smooth cotton 1-ply white 
• card size: 4-inch circle
• die cut shape: sm-33
• job: 77887

Each card in the suite is a different size and shape. The thick letterpress border on each card creates a cohesive element while highlighting the different shapes. Each card also features a different complementary color, further creating a sense of consistency while introducing vibrant energy and a cheerful, approachable vibe.

Details Card

• letterpress ink: punch
• fonts: avenir + solingen + ecatherina
• papers: bella smooth cotton 1-ply white 
• card size: a-6
• die cut shape: bf-113
• job: 77887

The cards neatly stack and are secured together with a vellum belly band. A watercolor illustration of the venue is digitally printed on the belly band, adding a fun, personal touch.

This suite is cheerful, bold, and romantic. The design is perfect for a summer wedding at an estate or mansion. The look blends tradition with personality. It feels festive and welcoming, elegant but not overly formal, and very much made to celebrate.

Photos: @annieluiphotography.flatlays

Venue: @somersmansion

The bold, vibrant colors and fun, tropical look of our Gigi design were an excellent starting point for Madeline and Darroll’s wedding invitations. The festivities were held in the Florida Keys, so the bright colorway coupled with beachy motifs and a clamshell die-cut card set the perfect tone. Our dear friend Kristyn of Oliver’s Twist brought us this lovely tropical letterpress invitation suite.

Invitation

• letterpress inks: watermelon + persimmon
• font: palmore + questrial + la luxes script
• paper: bella smooth cotton white 1-ply
• card size: f-8
• liner: l’anana pattern in aquamarine digital on white text
• envelope: white cotton text pointed flap
• envelope addressing: watermelon + persimmon digital on the front and back
• job #73386

This two-color letterpress invitation features an organic border in persimmon ink that almost looks hand-drawn. Madeline and Darroll chose our l’anana pattern for the envelope liner, which beautifully coordinates with the tropical locale of the ceremony. The same border from the invitation is repeated in digitally printed aquamarine on the whimsical details card. The details card also features a variety of motifs for a fun, personalized, and playful look. The die-cut rehearsal dinner invitation is adorable and perfectly fits the tropical theme.

Details Card

• digital inks: lime-aid + aquamarine + watermelon + persimmon + cmyk
• font: palmore + questrial + la luxes script
• paper: bella smooth cotton white 1-ply
• card size: a-6
• job #73386

Rehearsal Dinner Invitation

• digital inks: lime-aid + aquamarine + watermelon + persimmon
• font: palmore + questrial + la luxes script
• paper: bella smooth cotton white 1-ply
• die cut shape: cd-341
• card size: 5 x 5
• job #73386

Reply Card

• digital inks: lime-aid + aquamarine
• font: palmore + questrial + la luxes script
• paper: bella smooth cotton white 1-ply
• card size: a-5
• job #73386

It was a joy to work on Madeline and Darroll’s tropical letterpress invitation suite, and we always look forward to working with Oliver’s Twist. The right invitations set the tone and get your guests excited for your big day. Find one of our dealers so you can see samples and swatches and get expert guidance to create your perfect invitation!

Everything about Chloe and Jonathan’s wedding invitation suite is dreamy. From the handmade paper (including matching envelopes!), a custom crest, and the darling die-cut reply card, there is much to see and swoon over! We were excited when our dear friend, Signed & Sealed by Steph, brought us these custom-created deckle edge invitations.

The invitation features letterpress printing in cool gray for the text and the regal crest that encircles the bride and groom’s initials. The handmade paper has a natural deckle edge, introducing subtle texture, while the blind emboss floral accents create an organic border and add even more texture. A tall belly band (not pictured) features a full flood of a custom blue hue and a full-color digitally printed bouquet coordinating with the invitation’s floral border.

Invitation

• letterpress: cool gray
• emboss: blind
• digital: cmyk + custom blue (belly band)
• fonts: submitted hand calligraphy + adobe caslon pro
• paper: bella handmade white (invitation) + smooth cotton white 1-ply (belly band)
• card size: f-8 deckle edge
• envelope: bella handmade soft pink pointed flap deckle edge
• liner: classic color pattern in soft blue digital with custom dendria pattern in gold matte foil on white text
• envelope printing: gold matte foil return address
• finishing: wrap with metallic gold thread
• job: #65821

The custom die-cut reply card showcases artwork depicting the venue on the front. The reverse side of the card includes a website for more information and a custom QR code guests could use to reply, or rather, répondez s’il vous plaît.

Reply Card

• digital: cmyk (front) + custom blue (back)
• paper: smooth cotton white 1-ply
• card size: 6.5 x 3.5
• die: #CD329
• finishing: assemble with custom supplied ribbon
• job: #65821

Welcome Party Card

• foil: gold matte
• paper: bella handmade soft gray
• card size: a-6 deckle edge
• job: #65821

A rehearsal dinner card, a welcome party card, and an invitation to a goodbye party held the day after the ceremony round out the suite. All of these cards feature gold matte foil stamping on handmade paper. A formal border sets the rehearsal dinner card apart, while a floral sprig differentiates the welcome part card, and fun seagull motifs make the beach day card stand out.

This understated invitation suite is lovely, and we were thrilled to bring this vision to life. Are you interested in creating your own deckle edge invitations? Contact us to get started or work with one of our dealers to create your custom wedding invitations.