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There’s More to Invitations Than
You Might Think
Everybody talks about wedding invitations,
but what about all the other terms and items that are associated with
them. Below are explanations of some of the more common terms and items
that you’ll probably encounter while shopping for your invitations.
Seal n Send Invitations:
This type of invitation is mailed to guests as a single-folded piece
(without an envelope) having the respond postcard attached to the
invitation by a perforation for easy removal. Since the respond piece
is a postcard, you will save on postage for the return mailing. Prices
for this product normally include seals along with a printed return
address on both the back flap when initially mailing the invitation and
on the perforated respond postcard.
Announcements: For those
who won’t be invited to your wedding but you would still like them to
know about your marriage, you can mail them an announcement card. They
can be printed on the same paper as your invitation but mailed on your
wedding day or immediately after with the wording stating that your
wedding has already taken place.
Reception Cards: If there
isn’t enough room on your invitation for listing the details of your
reception or if not all guests will be invited to attend the reception,
reception cards can be ordered to match your invitations and then be
included as a separate insert. Please keep in mind that this card could
possibly add to your mailing cost since postage is based on weight.
Respond Cards: These cards
are essential to planning for your dinner/reception since an accurate
guest attendance count will be needed for food and seating
preparations. The respond card along with its mailing envelope will be
inserted with your invitation. Remember to include a postage stamp on
this small envelope which will also have a mailing address already
printed on it so all your guests have to do is fill out the card and
mail it back by the date you have printed on it.
Map Cards: These direction
cards would be included as a convenience for any guests who might not be
familiar with the location of the church and/or reception.
Printed Invitation Envelope Flaps:
This option of having your return address printed on the outside
envelope can save you valuable time and ensure that undeliverable
invitations are returned to you. There is a small cost involved but it
also gives an address to those who might not be able to attend but still
want to send you a card or gift.
Lined Inner Envelopes: For
a small charge, you can request your inner envelopes have a colored
lining to add a special touch to your invitation ensemble. Color
choices will vary depending on the invitation style you choose.
Envelope Seals: These
self-adhesive labels add just the right finishing touch. They are
available in many styles and are used on your outer envelope making it
look like they are holding the flap down even though it has already been
sealed.
Informal Notes:
These are used separately from your invitations but should be included
with your original order since they are usually printed on matching
paper and this will save you on shipping costs. They are personalized
with either your names or monogram on the front with the inside being
blank for writing your thank you notes. Any leftovers can be used long
after the wedding for other purposes. Blank mailing envelopes are
included with them.
Not all of the above items are necessary
to make your wedding invitations complete. Remember, this is your
special day, so it’s your decision as to which ones you would like to
include as part of your invitation ensemble.
By: Sara Haese, Printed Creations Wedding
Store
Sara@printedcreationsweddingstore.com
http://www.PrintedCreationsWeddingStore.com
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