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Rachel Snyder, calligrapher/owner of Elegant Touch Invitations believes every Bride is unique in her own way and she works with each Bride in this way helping them create the look and feel they want for their wedding day. Handwritten calligraphy adds "an elegant touch" to your wedding. Calligraphy will add personality and style, help create a "must attend" status when guests revceive their invitation in the mail and it will give guests' a unique, one of a kind piece of art, helping make your Wedding memorable from the very beginning.
Invitations are the FIRST thing that guests’ see giving insight on what to expect. Calligraphy should be aservice considered when you are researching other vendors.Don’t let calligraphy be an afterthought.
With 20 years experience, Rachel's unique style and upbeat personality has made her wedding calligraphy services IMMEDIATELY extend from working with local area Brides' to working with Brides' throughout the United States and she has a second location in Savannah, one of her favorite places.
Rachel caters to each Bride's calligraphy needs and believes that open communication is just as important to every other aspect of your Wedding. Making sure that each Bride is completely satisfied.
Specializing in Spencerian Script, various other styles of pointed pen and Italic. Rachel provides free estimates/quotes, samples, consultation and free priority shipping.
Invitation Addressing
Place Cards/Escort Cards
Table Signs/Cards
Menus
Certificates
Vows
Poems
Custom Calligraphy and more These small things will make BIG statements
I have had the pleasure of previewing some of the Calligraphy work done by Elegant Touch Invitations and I loved them! I wish I would have used them for my wedding reception!
Frequently Asked Questions for Invitations
Do you offer a catalog of products or custom products?
Custom Products
Do you handle design, printing, and assembly?
Assembly, Design, Printing
Additional Questions and Answers
What sets Elegant Touch Invitations apart from other calligraphers:
Brides will get free consultation; free sample and free shipping. I treat everybody like an individual not just a business transaction. I enjoy the Brides that I work with and I enjoy sharing my gift.
ShouId I order my invitaions early? Yes the sooner you have your envelopes, place cards, etc. the better especially during peak wedding season; Try to provide materials at least 3 weeks ahead of time to stuff, stamp and mail
How do I reserve my dates on your schedule?
In order to "officially" reserve your dates you check with me and send 50% deposit along with form of services requested to hold your dates
Why is it important to provide extra material? Calligraphy is an art. Much concentration goes into each letter. Extra materials allow for additions, changes, and human error
How should I provide my guest list?
Guest Lists should be typed in 2 columns one for the Outer and one for the Inner envelope, typed EXACTLY how you want it to appear on the envelopes
DO YOU PROVIDE FREE SHIPPING? Yes, I believe in doing whatever it takes to make sure that each transaction is as smooth and stress free as possible. If a Bride is unable to meet with me and ships their envelopes, etc. I will ship them back at NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE. (priority mail) If you decide to have your products mailed overnight, client is responsible for those charges
Will you provide References? Without hesitation, I am very confident in what I do and how I do it
Do you accept Credit Cards? Yes, I accepts credit cards via pay pal
What script styles do you offer? I am glad to say that in addition to Rook, Citadel, Alexandra,Allyson,Palace,Copperplate,Basalt,Spencerian Script and Italic, I also am able in most cases if given a little time to learn "almost" any style.
Do you charge a minimum fee for services?
As a general rule I charge a $20.00 set up fee for services
How did you learn calligraphy?
At 12 my Aunt in Ohio gave me a calligraphy marker and it went from there. I fell in love with Spencerian Script and other pointed pen styles and I was fortunate enough to have been taught by the Chief White House Calligrapher, Pat Blair.
Do you assemble the invitations?
No, at this time I am unable to assemble invitations for clients because of the demand for services, it is however something I will consider in the future. I do ask that you DO NOT stuff your envelopes before sending them to me.
Tips and Advice
Hiring a Calligrapher
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When you are considering a calligrapher, Take TIMINGinto consideration....very important. Your invitations are just as important as the rest of your wedding!! Your going to get busy, stressed, running around in circles!!!! Oh, my gosh. Really, when your considering calligraphy...ask for portfolio, samples, always have everything in writing. As a calligrapher, I require agreements between my clients and myself. It’s just good business. Each person knows exactly what is expected. Have your information ready and correct. Also, I will not exchange quality for time, calligraphy is more time consuming than writing with a regular "ink pen", so ALLOW TIME TO HAVE THE CALLIGRAPHY DONE SO YOU WILL NOT HAVE TO PAYRUSH FEES. You want your invitations to be beautiful, create the atmosphere from the very beginning. TIP: You can sometimes have your envelopes before you get your invitations so the addressing can begin while your invitations are being printed. (unless you choose handwritten calligraphy 100%)TIP: You can have your complete ensemble handwritten and scan and print it yourself if your budget is TIGHT
If you absolutely can NOT afford to have true "pen in ink" calligraphy, you can still have your envelopes beautifully addressed in a monoline style that will still make a wonderful first impression, so you do have a choice...For samples of monoline style writing contact me. Work with someone who will help you if you get stumped on etiquette. These are choices that you will have to make. Pretend you are the one getting the invitation and try to imagine if the "Labels" or "Handwritten" is more inviting. Don’t look like you were in a last minute rush. Call me if you have questions
If you have etiquette questions do not hesitate to call
I look forward to working with the future Brides'
VERY IMPORTANT:WHEN ORDERING INVITATIONS...CONTACT CALLIGRAPHER EARLY ON; ORDER THE ADDITIONAL 25 ENVELOPES THAT YOUR STATIONER ADVISES AT THE TIME OF YOUR ORDER; BE PREPARED, COMMUNICATE AND DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK QUESTIONS...EVER.
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