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.
Sara
Haese is the owner of
http://www.PrintedCreationsWeddingStore.com
where you'll find a fantastic selection of wedding
invitations as well as save the dates and wedding accessories.
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