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Congratulations! It's time to order your stationery. This Design Guide includes everything you need to know about creating stationery with Lowcountry Paper Co.

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PAPER OPTIONS

I like to use 100% cotton paper as the default option for your stationery. This luxurious stock holds rich, deep impressions and has a soft, tactile quality that lends itself well to all print methods.

Color

thickness

White + Ivory

White is a true bright white, while Ivory is a soft white.
Ivory is not as yellow as ecru.

Paper color and weight selection is a personal preference. Get In Touch to request samples and see paper options in person.

single and double ply

1 Ply paper (shown on top) is a lovely 110# cover stock and 2 Ply paper (shown on the bottom) is 220# - double the thickness.

You're not limited to only cotton paper in shades of white, though! With so many wonderful papers, we'll choose the one that's just right for your project.

colors

With the entire Pantone color book at my disposal, I don’t want to limit you (or me!) to a handful of select options. Rather, I like to work together to curate selections based on your individual aesthetic so your stationery is unique to you. We can incorporate these colors in ways beyond just the ink, paper, and envelopes by incorporating additional details like wax seals, ribbon, envelope liners, and more. 

A NOTE ABOUT INK
Because of the nature of letterpress and engraving, subtle variations in the ink color are to be expected and no two pieces will be exactly alike. It’s what makes them special!

I love working with my clients to personalize their stationery, so if you’re feeling overwhelmed with the possibility of too many choices, rest assured that I’ll be your guide throughout the process to focus in on what works best for you.

envelopes

All suites include matching white or ivory envelopes as the default option. 
But, not to worry my love, if you prefer a little color, I'll be able to make recommendations once we get started with the design!

Much like ink colors, there are too many envelope colors to show here, so I like to provide options that coordinate with your individual style and design.

Double Envelopes

Double envelopes include an un-gummed inner envelope that pairs with the outer mailing envelope. Your suite pieces are inserted into the inner envelope with individual guest names listed on the front. Then, the inner envelope goes into the outer mailing envelope with the guest name and address. Postage is added and the outer envelope is sealed prior to mailing.

calligraphy styles

As a calligrapher, all of the script used in my designs is handwritten (inside the pink circles) - no script fonts here!
I hand write all of the script elements - sometimes the entire invitation - and then digitize the writing so each design is truly unique!

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ENVELOPE ADDRESSING

The final piece of the invitation puzzle is envelope addressing, so let me be your one-stop-shop and take this final to do off your plate!

HANDWRITTEN

PART HAND ADDRESSING

PRINTED

guest name(s) and address handwritten in calligraphy or cursive script

guest name(s) handwritten in calligraphy or cursive script
address digitally printed 

guest name(s) and address digitally printed

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Digital printing is a flat printing method that creates a smooth, flat finish of the design on the card so the only texture you feel is the fluffy cotton paper.

Turnaround time for digital printing is 1-2 weeks after final approval

Letterpress printing begins by creating a plate of your design, which is inked with a matte color and then pressed into the paper using antique machines. The finished product is as beautiful as it is luxurious and a popular selection for wedding stationery!

Turnaround time for letterpress printing is 3-4 weeks after final approval

A traditional print method for wedding invitations (and one of my favorites!). Your design is etched into a metal plate and the recesses of the etching are filled with ink so that when pressure is applied to the plate and paper, the result is an embossed - or raised - impression of the design. Engraving inks can be matte or metallic.

Turnaround time for engraving is 3-4 weeks after final approval

Foil printing uses sheets of opaque foil, a printing plate, and a heating element to press your design into the paper, similar to letterpress. Foil printing allows us to use metallic colors like gold to print your stationery.

Turnaround time for foil printing is 3-4 weeks after final approval

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