Frequently Asked Questions

When should I reach out to book our Save the Dates?

Save the Dates should be mailed out between 9-12 months before your wedding date if you're planning a destination wedding. For weddings where most guests are local, you can send them out 6 months before your wedding date. It'll give your guests enough time to schedule flights, hotel accommodations, and get their time off on the calendar. Christine Kirby Studios recommends reaching out about 2-4 months before you want to mail your Save the Dates (between 11-14 months before your wedding date).

What kind of custom elements do you create?

Christine Kirby Studios specializes in watercolor, venue illustrations, and calligraphy. You can send images of your venue, your wedding florals, your beloved pet, and more to create custom, hand-painted watercolor portraits or sketches. Additionally, custom crests and logos, watercolor florals, greenery, and other patterns can be created to personalize your stationery. With decades of design experience, Christine Kirby Studios takes pride in being able to achieve a wide variety of aesthetics and styles. The only item we do not create is watercolor portraits of couples.

Whate does the design process look like?

The first step is for you to send us an inquiry form, which will consist of input from you such as your wedding date, the number of Save the Dates, your design inspiration, and other pertinent information about your wedding. You'll then receive an email with details about the process, and ballpark pricing. If the process, timeline, and pricing look like a good fit to you, it’s time to book a video call or an in-person meeting where we'll discuss your wedding, what your stationery needs are, and how Christine Kirby Studios can help make that vision come to life. After the call, you'll receive a formal quote, your design timeline, a link for your deposit, the design contract, wedding forms to gather all your information, and instructions for sending any details we need to create your custom design. With a design vision in mind, I'll create and send you digital mockups. After any comments from you are incorporated, you'll receive a digital final proof, pay the final invoice and send us your final address list, the production process begins. Production typically takes three weeks, though some times of the year may require a longer production timeline. During these three weeks, your invitations will be printed, envelopes addressed, and everything is fully assembled in your suite. Your suites are then securely packaged up and sent to you. All you need to do is take them to your local post office to be weighed and stamped. (If you prefer, Christine Kirby Studios does offer a send-out service if that’s something you’d like to skip as well.)

Can you design any other stationery items we might need?

Absolutely! If you decide to work with Christine Kirby Studios for your Save the Dates, the custom design elements can be incorporated into your invitations and day-of items for a cohesive wedding.

What will Save the Dates cost?

A set of 100 Save the Dates can run between $500.00 and $3000.00 depending on the design, embellishments, and addressing. The most popular option averages about $800.00.

I'm not local to Central Florida. Can I still work with you?

The best part about working with Christine Kirby Studios, is that you don't have to be located in Central Florida to work with me. Although I enjoy the opportunity to meet with couples in person, the majority are not local. I’ve perfected our e-process which utilizes video calls and email. The design process begins with a video meeting. Subsequent designs will be sent electronically for your review and approval.

Can I send you my own artwork?

It is great to see what inspires you or what you like BUT Christine Kirby Studios will not replicate another designer's or artit's work.

Can you personalize a design you've created for someone else?

Certainly. We can even mix and match elements from other previous designs to customize the look of your Save the Date. Please note: if any elements need to be repainted or redrawn, it will be considered a fully custom design.

Can you create digital files for me to print myself and/or to send to my guests digitally?

Christine Kirby Studios believes that a physical paper Save the Date is a big part of what makes your stationery amazing. The only way to ensure a great final product is by overseeing the process from start to finish, from the design and production to the final assembly. Therefore, digital designs do not fit into our business model or your guest experience. If you’d like an element of your design (such as your monogram) you'd like to use on your website, please let me know so we can include the licensing of those elements.