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Chicagoland’s Full Service Calligrapher

Create anticipation and make a lasting impression with elegant calligraphy by The Constant Scribe. From ‘Save the Dates’ to reception: exquisite hand-lettering by The Constant Scribe will tie it all together. Over 20 years experience; references available.

The Constant Scribe
815-355-0375

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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

What services do you provide?

Assembly
Calligraphy
Design
Printing

Reviews of The Constant Scribe

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Elisabeth Sent on 03/27/2016
5 out of 5 rating
A+ service! I would recommend The Constant Scribe to anyone! I contacted Kim, after seeing some of her beautiful work and wonderful reviews, to do calligraphy on a large wedding certificate for our California elopement. Kim was absolutely wonderful to correspond with, very professional and quick to respond. Additionally, she kept me updated every step of the way and ensured I was happy with the final result. I'm so happy we chose The Constant Scribe for our very special marriage certificate! After displaying it at our upcoming reception, we will be framing this keepsake and hanging it in our home to enjoy for years to come!
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Shannon Sent on 05/01/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Kim was an absolute dream to work with. She was extremely efficient and her work is absolutely gorgeous!! I would highly suggest anyone in the Northern Suburban area in need of service, to check her out!
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Carolyn Sent on 08/21/2013
5 out of 5 rating
My fiancé and I did not plan on having our invitations addressed in calligraphy, but we are so very glad that we did! Kim was knowledgeable and her work was absolutely stunning. Because we didn't plan to use calligraphy, we didn't have any set ideas about the style of type that we wanted. Kim was able to give us choices and selections, and we are so thankful for her help! She matched the calligraphy on the envelopes to the font we used on our invitations, so everything was a cohesive and beautiful presentation. We used a very traditional style and wording, and the calligraphy was the first impression for our guests on the style of the wedding. I got messages from friends remarking on how gorgeous our invitations were, and that was definitely because of the beautiful calligraphy! (The invitations themselves were very simple.)

We also had a significant number of international invitations, and Kim had those ready for us a week before the rest of the invitations so that we could send them out sooner. Everything about Kim's work was great. She is thoughtful and kind, so she's incredibly pleasant to work with. She is knowledgeable and talented, so any questions we had about etiquette, she was able to answer, and her work was stunning. We are so glad Kim did our invitations, and we would heartily recommend her!
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Emily Sent on 08/14/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Without hesitation, I heartily recommend this calligrapher to any bride wishing for beautiful, stylish calligraphy!

I had long-admired Kim's calligraphy (which, really, should be referred to as art), and so I was thrilled to work together through the process of creating wedding announcements for my January 2013 wedding. Kim's calligraphy is art because of her extraordinary talent and knowledge of her craft. As an artist, she also has an incredible sense of style and taste. Because of these attributes, she transformed my wedding announcements into something beautiful that was far more wonderful than my limited imagination could have conceived.

Working with Kim will give any bride peace of mind (which, as we all know, is important!) because of the immense confidence that can be placed in her, both as a kind person and as a skilled calligrapher. I personally felt assured and stress-free while working with Kim, and ended up with beautiful, customized calligraphy!
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User1283364 Sent on 08/12/2013
5 out of 5 rating
I just wanted to say Kim did an amazing job on the invitations for my wedding. She was very professional and I was happy to work with her. She provided a realistic timeline and kept to it. The invitations were beautiful and we received many compliments on the invites from our guests. I would recommend Kim to anyone that is looking for a calligrapher for their special day!
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Trang Sent on 08/02/2013
5 out of 5 rating
I can not say enough about how wonderful Kim is as a person and her phenomenal work. We had her address over 100 ivory wedding invitation envelopes in a custom gold ink. She not only accommodated our requests for Vietnamese spellings (accents etc.) but she sent photo samples confirming the look and style prior to addressing the envelopes. I and both mothers of the bride and groom were beyond thrilled with the results. We've had several guests contact us specifically to compliment the calligraphy! But the cherry on top was definitely Kim's professionalism and friendliness! She was very prompt returning all emails and always checked in to give us a status during the process. I would highly recommend Kim to anyone and everyone!
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Therese Sent on 07/24/2013
5 out of 5 rating
After a change of heart, we decided to use a calligrapher and it was one of the best decisions we made. We found Kim on the Internet and chose her because of her outstanding reviews and beautiful samples and have no regrets. Kim’s replies were always quick and friendly, not automated. My daughter and I had the opportunity to meet with Kim and she made us feel very welcomed and gave us all the time we needed. She showed us samples of her work and she knew exactly what we were looking for. She was very thorough in all aspects of the job and even caught a mistake on our address list. She’s no doubt a perfectionist! On top of all that, our cost was less than originally quoted after she saw the envelopes she was going to work with. Imagine, in this day and age, someone charging less than quoted!
The final outcome…Amazing! Kim’s work is absolutely stunning and the whole process went smoothly. She is a true professional that has mastered her craft. She’s a rare find and we hope to have the privilege to work with her again.
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User1250903 Sent on 07/21/2013
5 out of 5 rating
The Constant Scribe's work was not only beautiful, she was professional, timely, and kind throughout the process. I had my wedding invitations addressed by Kim and could not have been more pleased. The calligraphy on the envelopes matched the font of my invitations perfectly. I felt at ease knowing my invitations were with Kim and they turned out beautifully. My guests were impressed and so was I!
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Amanda Sent on 07/19/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Kim was by far my favorite wedding vendor to work with. She was quick to respond to emails which is important to me. She was warm, kind, patient and trustworthy. She was able to complete my invitations quickly and they are so beautiful. She takes the time to understand what you want and again the quality was outstanding. They are so beautiful and I cannot wait to send them out!! I would recommend Kim to everyone I know.
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Alexa Sent on 10/19/2012
5 out of 5 rating
Kim copied an extremely ornate font for addressing my invitations. She got back to me promptly, kept in contact with me throughout the process, and caught a mistake I made with a zip code. Her rates were ridiculously inexpensive, especially considering the high quality of the work she did and the fact that she had to learn a new font. All 70 of my invitations were finished so quickly that I could hardly believe it, and Kim was gracious and helpful with everything. Invitaions were well-packaged to protect them for pickup.
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Design the Date Design the Date Wedding Invitations

Kim at The Constant Scribe has been great to work with on multiple projects. I've had several brides ask me to handle the calligraphy of their invitation envelopes. Without hesitation I contact Kim to get the job done. She's squeezed my projects timelines to fit into her busy schedule and has been nothing short of easy to work with. She's suggested embellishments for my clients - all with professionalism, high-quality work and for a good competitive price.

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