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About

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Ernest + Wordie Calligraphy is a wedding invitation studio specializing in contemporary calligraphy goods and services. Founded by passionate artist Hailey Estes, the company earns its name from a well-known explorer named Ernest Shackleton and his crew member Wordie. Inspired by Shackleton's brave adventures and leadership, Hailey carries these traits into her craftsmanship, delivering meticulously designed suites with an artistic flair. The company celebrates all couples and honors local artists at the same time, connecting people to original work and creating a meaningful invitation design experience.

Services Offered

Ernest + Wordie Calligraphy custom-makes wedding invitation suites and paper goods to reflect the tastes of the happy couple. The company offers several printing styles, such as calligraphy, engravings, letterpress, and hand-written envelope addressing. Clients can add programs, save-the-dates, thank-you cards, menus, and place cards to their wedding package, ensuring a seamless style.

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What invitation and card products do you offer?

Custom Invitations
Menus
Place Cards
Programs
RSVP Cards
Save the Dates
Thank Yous

What services do you provide?

Assembly
Calligraphy
Design
Embossed
Engraving
Letterpress
Printing

What is your minimum order requirement?

1200

Reviews of Ernest + Wordie Calligraphy

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Sam S. Sent on 01/08/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Creative Graphic Designer and Printer

After struggling to find a graphic designer who was willing to create a unique design for our invitations, thank you cards, COVID-19 safety announcement, menus, and table numbers, we found Hailey. We came with a hand-drawn picture our friend sketched and then Hailey built it into a consistent theme for all of our materials. She tied together all of the visual elements then worked with us to find a paper that fit in our budget—her prices are very reasonable. Plus, she set up QR codes for our RSVP that took people straight to our wedding website. We have really enjoyed working with Hailey; with COVID and everything it's been so refreshing to have our paper-stuff just work!!
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Nia T. Sent on 03/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Hailey is the best

Ernest and Wordie is AMAZING. Hailey went above and beyond to make sure all of my wedding stationery was beyond perfect. Not only did she come up with the most creative ideas (the stationers I talked to before her brought no new ideas to the table), but she also made sure to implement the ideas in a unique way, that still fit the upscale, luxury vibe I was going for. No detail was overlooked by Hailey. She is organized, prompt, and just an absolute joy to work with. Designing our stationery was one of the most fun parts of wedding planning and it was all because we hired Hailey. I would highly recommend Ernest and Wordie!
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Kaitlin Sent on 01/19/2023
5 out of 5 rating

BEST calligrapher!

Hailey was amazing to work with! She was professional and made things super easy! Our wedding envelopes looked amazing! Would highly recommend her! 🤍
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Lauren Sent on 08/15/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Your Event Needs Ernest + Wordie

We absolutely LOVED working with Hailey!! I had a vision for a calligraphy mirrored sign at our wedding and Hailey exceeded my vision. It was the highlight of our wedding decor and the perfect touch of elegance for our event. We also had her hand calligraphy our escort cards in the cutest small envelopes to go on our ivy escort wall with a gold wax seal. I would definitely work with Hailey again, she was wonderful and so patient with us. I highly recommend reaching out to Hailey for any calligraphy and/or paper needs.
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Emily Sent on 06/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

You will regret NOT working with Hailey!

I have no words for how amazing and talented Hailey is! She not only thought up an incredibly unique and custom wedding suite for us, she was also the most responsive and organized vendor we worked with. She was so open to brainstorming ideas, talking through what could work, providing tips and tricks on invitation etiquette, etc., and now I'm truly sad to no longer have a need to talk with her as frequently! Hailey is an absolute gem and I would absolutely recommend her to any and everyone looking for a creative partner throughout their wedding planning / event process!
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Evie Sent on 11/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful Work!!! You will love her!!!!

My invitations were truly stunning with so many options to choose from! I highly recommend working Hailey!!! She went above and beyond for me. I couldn’t reco her enough.
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Samantha Sent on 09/23/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible !

Hailey did such an incredible job on my wedding envelopes! From the initial consultation to the delivery of the envelopes, everything was perfect. I really appreciate her attention to all the little details.
I am so glad we had a chance to work with her! Thank you so much Hailey !
Evie
Evie Sent on 09/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Beautiful Work

If you are looking for someone to help you create stunning invitations and beautiful calligraphy - you have to use Hailey! She helped me from design to delivery. So prompt, so easy to work with. I received so many compliments on my invitations!!!
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Shannon Sent on 06/15/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic customer service!

Ernest + Wordie Calligraphy is a hidden gem. Hailey is easy, wonderful to work with. What I loved most about E + W is how Hailey truly cares about your wants/ideas and makes them come to life. If you want unique, error-free pieces, I recommend E + W!
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Jessica Sent on 06/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Hailey is so talented! My bridesmaids cards were even better that I had imagined. She went above and beyond- very professional and responsive!

Hailey does amazing work! I definitely recommend her for the creation and execution of your creative calligraphy needs.
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