HOW DO I START?
Working with Parrott Design Studio promises to be fun & easy! Please check out the Process & Ordering page to learn more about the custom or collection process. Once you decide if you would like to go with a design from the collection or something completely custom please contact me.
PAPER & ENVELOPES
Parrott Design Studio uses various cotton papers for letterpress printing. Paper is chosen depending on the requirements of your specific job and we will recommend the best option.
Reich Savoy {US}
100% cotton and tree free, archival, acid free, recyclable, biodegradable, and elemental chlorine free. 118lb or 236lb, sumptuous and perfectly formulated for letterpress printing.
Paper Colors: Brilliant White, Bright White, or Natural White
Envelope Colors: Brilliant White, Bright White, or Natural White
Lettra {US}
100% cotton and made from cotton remnants from the clothing industry, Lettra is engineered for letterpress. 100lb or 220lb, soft & luxurious to the touch, yet thick & takes impressions beautifully.
Paper Colors: Fluorescent White or Pearl White
Envelope Colors: Fluorescent White or Pearl White
Holyoke Fine Papers {US}
100% cotton and archival-grade and acid-free. 140lb, soft, velvet finish and super-plush. It takes a super-deep impression.
Paper Colors: Bone, Antique, or Natural
Envelope Colors: Bone, Antique, or Natural
Greengrocer Envelopes {US}
The house envelopes for just about everything in the studio are these soft, kraft envelopes.
Greengrocer Brown Bag envelopes have the look & feel of a traditional grocery bag & are 100% recycled.
Envelope Colors: Kraft or hand-tinted colors including blueberry, cranberry, eggplant, mushroom, olive, & pepper
Colored Envelopes
For a pop of color in your recipients’ mailboxes, select a colored envelope. I will recommend envelope colors for your individual project, but please view our catalog for a color palette of available envelopes. Please keep in mind these are digital approximations.
ACCESSORIES
Looking for an extra touch to add to your invitation suite? Consider any of the following:Paper bands – a custom designed or patterned paper band wrapped around your invitation will keep all your pieces together and add an extra design element {wedding logo, monogram, a pop of color…}
Tags and Twine – a custom designed tag with twine or ribbon wrapped around your invitation will keep your pieces together and provide an additional spot for information {website, logo, etc.}
Envelope liners - a variety of envelope lining colors in solid text-weight paper or custom printed patterned paper are available and add a lovely surprise for the recipient.
Envelopments & Pocket Folders – a variety of shapes and sizes are available at www.envelopements.com. Both can be sealed with a wax seal, decorate label, ribbon, or paper band.
INK
Please view our catalog for our color palette. We welcome custom colors for an additional $50. Ink colors are based on the Pantone Matching System {PMS}, but if you send us a color swatch {anything from paper, paint, fabric, ribbon, cupcakes with colored frosting…} I will match it to a PMS color. If you are familiar with the PMS and have a specific number in mind, please let us know!TYPEFACES
Please view our catalog for our available typefaces {fonts}. If there is a specific typeface you would like, please let me know. If I do not have it, I will purchase it for you. If you would like to incorporate calligraphy or hand-lettering in your invitations {which I highly recommend!}, I work with a selection of highly-talented calligraphers who offer everything including your names, key words {“directions”, “map”, “RSVP”, etc.}, the entire invitation, and envelopes. Depending the style of your wedding and paper goods, we will recommend a calligrapher who fits your unique style.PAYMENT
We accept personal checks and credit cards. Paypal is also accepted, and required for international customers. An additional 2.9% will be added to your total order if you pay via Paypal. A 50% deposit along with a signed contract must be received before design work begins and the remaining 50% plus shipping before printing begins.SHIPPING
The standard method for shipping is USPS Priority Mail for all wedding, stationery, invitations, & custom orders. Once your order is shipped, a tracking number will be sent so you know the exact status for your package. If you prefer expedited shipping, please let me know and I will happily arrange it.TURNAROUND TIME
Wedding invitation etiquette suggests save the dates be sent 6 months in advance and up to 12 months if it is a destination wedding. Wedding invitations should be sent out 6 to 8 weeks before the wedding or 10 to 12 weeks in advance if it is a destination wedding.It is recommended you start the save the date and/or wedding invitation process at least 7 to 9 weeks before the date you would like to receive them. Turnaround time is approximately 3 to 4 weeks from approval of your proof. If you need to expedite the process, please let me know and I will do my best to accommodate your timeline.
REFUNDS, RETURNS, & EXCHANGES
I am fully committed to providing the highest quality paper goods and stand behind everything I design and create. If you are not happy with my product for a reason within my control, please contact me within 7 days of receiving your purchase.Please understand that I cannot accept returns due to customer input errors {e.g. clerical errors, typographical mistakes, etc.}. Upon approval of your final quote and receipt of the signed contract you accept responsibility for the design and typographical elements of your invitations, which includes any errors. Parrott Design Studio is not responsible for the costs associated with reprinting & shipping orders due to errors approved by you. Creating your dream wedding invitation is shared by you and me. While I will always do my best to lend an extra set of eyes, I am the designer and printer, not the editor {simply put, I am only human}. If errors are discovered after proof approval, I will reprint but I must charge.
Speaking of being only human, in the event of a Parrott Design Studio error, I will do everything to quickly remedy the situation. Once notified of the error I will offer you a reprint, refund, or credit towards a future purchase.
