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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What options does The Calligraphy Lady® Studio offer?
Our Studio offers handwritten calligraphy invitations, programs, menus, monograms, thank you cards. We provide everything from start to finish: your calligraphy, invitation design, online proofs, stationery and printing in various methods: thermography, flat print, letterpress or engraving. We offer the finest papers in a large selection. We work closely with clients throughout the entire process. The result is the perfect invitation set and stationery wardrobe -- couture!
The Calligraphy Lady® Studio offers hand calligraphy for logos, headlines, graphic designs, advertising, brand identities, taglines, editorials, greeting cards, whimsical and brush illustrations. Dayna has developed a unique collection of lettering styles and has worked with many notable clients.
The Calligraphy Lady® also sells online and by phone beautiful invitations from popular brand name catalogs.
The Calligraphyy Lady® offers computerized calligraphy services for envelopes, table cards and more.
Please note: We do not offer hand calligraphy for envelopes, place cards or table cards, poetry, songs, verses, certificates or invitation fill-ins. Monograms, custom art and roses are only available with the order of handwritten invitations as well.
How do I order calligraphy invitations which are hand lettered and/or custom calligraphy items?
Contact Dayna. Or call us, Monday thru Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm CST, at (314) 401-3125. The Calligraphy Lady® is located in St. Louis, Missouri. However, our calligraphy service is international. Although we may be long-distance for you, Dayna works very closely with clients over the phone, email and internet. Special attention is given to every client.
Do you provide samples of hand calligraphy invitations?
The Calligraphy Lady® media kit is available for a $100.00 non-refundable deposit. The kit includes hand calligraphy invitations, an envelope addressed in our latest computer calligraphy style, and napkin, seal, program cover samples. $50.00 of your media kit deposit is applied to your final order total.
Are the names of your hand lettered fonts historical calligraphy names?
The names of some of Dayna's hand lettered fonts are simply fun creative names which Dayna created and trademarked. For example, Romantic and Romantic Caroline are names which Dayna penned. All of her lettering styles are uniquely her own handwriting.
Do you address envelopes supplied by customers who have purchased their invitations/envelopes from another vendor?
Yes, computer calligraphy for envelopes is available to all clients, if we have availability. The Calligraphy Lady® does not offer handwritten calligraphy for envelopes.
What does a hand calligraphy invitation set include?
A set includes: invitation, back flap of outer envelope, reception card (optional), reply card set, inner/outer envelopes. Prices vary, because the work is custom. Prices include calligraphy, online proofs, invitation design, stationery and printing. Sets are partially assembled and envelope addressing is carefully checked. We do not supply postage. Handwritten invitation sets are shipped via ground insured for free within the United States. There is no sales tax on our handwritten sets for non-Missouri residents.
Can you tell me more about the hand calligraphy invitation process?
Dayna works very closely with clients to create the perfect custom wedding invitation and stationery wardrobe. This is true of any project that you hire her to do. When you secure your order with a $100.00 non-refundable deposit on hand calligraphy invitations, a media kit of invitations and samples is sent. This is the starting point of the invitation process. The kit will help you to decide which lettering style, paper and print option you would like for your invitations and stationery trousseau. Upon receiving your kit, Dayna will discuss with you - your personal preferences. Every bride wishes for her invitation and stationery to be unique; and The Calligraphy Lady® delivers! Online proofs of your hand calligraphy invitations and stationery projects are provided. Once your approval is received, we will print your sets (in either engraving, flat, thermography, or letterpress) on the custom stationery The Calligraphy Lady® Studio provides. Sales tax only applies to MO residents; free shipping with insurance via FedEx ground for calligraphy invitation orders. Your shipment is packed very carefully.
How long does the design process take for hand lettering of invitations, envelopes, stationery such as menus, programs, escort and table cards?
The length of the design process varies. For hand calligraphy invitations the process may take 4 to 6 weeks depending upon calligraphy lettering choice, paper and printing choice. For example, engraving and letterpress may take longer. In addition, computer calligraphy envelope addressing takes 2 to 3 business days. Rush service is available for an additional charge.
Do you take phone calls?
Yes, Dayna enjoys speaking with our clients! Because Dayna may be busy working on her hand calligraphy projects, consulting with new clients, making sure all orders are printed to her high standards, assembling invitations, checking finished envelope addresses, packing orders for shipment, and the list continues -- you may have to leave a message. Rest assured, she will call you back as quickly as possible. Dayna can always be reached by email which allows her to answer client questions at any time.
Do you offer other stationery items and reception favors?
Yes, we offer: Save the Date Cards
Accomodation, Travel Information Cards
Maps or Direction Cards
Bridal Shower and Rehearsal Dinner Invitations
Wedding Programs
Bachelor/Bachelorette Party Invitations
Escort or Placecards
Menus
Napkins
Seals
Thank You Cards Your stationery will coordinate beautifully -- from your invitations to your ceremony items to your reception items. We will assist you with your designs and theme. We offer creative ideas for the design process. Do you offer thermography, letterpress, engraved, flat printing for calligraphy invitations and accessories?
Yes!
Do your calligraphy invitations come fully assembled?
Your calligraphy invitations arrive to your home -- fully-assembled and checked. You just need to apply postage and take a trip to the post office to send them on their way. Once you decide to use The Calligraphy Lady® for your hand lettered calligraphy invitation sets we require a 50% deposit of your quoted price. Once the deposit is received and you have reviewed your media kit, we await your preferences. Next, you send your invitation wording. Dayna can assist you with this. Then your custom invitation design begins. You will then have access to a personal online proof. The remainder of your balance is due prior to shipping.
If you have further questions, please feel free to contact Dayna calligraphylady@yahoo.com.
The Calligraphy Lady® Studio is a professional business registered as a US trademark. Dayna operates her business with honesty, attention to detail, and the very best customer service.
© copyright The Calligraphy Lady® Studio [2001-2011]. The Calligraphy LadyŽ is a registered trademark and is protected by U.S. Federal and Madrid Protocol International laws.
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