Q: Why should I have custom designed wedding invitations from B Graphix?
A: There are thousands of places to buy existing wedding invitations who will all say that they can provide the two of you with a "custom" design and look. Most of them will only have two or three type styles to choose from, limited color options, and most importantly, only a few themes to choose from. Just how custom is that when thousands of other couples could order the exact same thing for themselves!

A few others say that they too will also provide you with a customized wedding invitation, but WON'T let you see any of their previous pieces of work without contacting them first! If you are "shopping" around, why would you want to give every other company all of your contact information and wedding details if you may not be buying from them? In addition, some of these sites also charge up to $14.95 for their samples kit. From B Graphix, if you would like to see first hand some samples, please simply email me with your name and mailing address. I would be more than happy to send you a sample kit FREE OF CHARGE!

I will create a truly custom design exclusive for your wedding. No one else can order the same thing! You will have the luxury of either a 1 year, 3 year, 5 year, or permanent exclusivity to my designs.

Q: How much does it cost?
A: I do not charge an hourly rate for wedding invitations and therefore, prices are dependent upon the needs of the project itself. The cost of paper is the biggest factor in pricing. The second, quantity. The more stationery packages the two of you need, the cheaper each package will cost. It all comes down to the supply and demand theory. Prices can be as little as $5.00 per package to over $15.00 per package, all depending on the needs of the couple.

There is no up-front charge or any hidden fees. The initial consultation is FREE as long as you order with B Graphix! All formal pricing quotes will be supplied with the first round of samples and are guaranteed within 3%. Due to the fluxuation in the cost of materials, I can only guarantee the pricing to within the 3%.

Q: How long will it take to do the invitations?
A: General rule of thumb is about 5-6 weeks. The first week for talking with the couple to discuss colors, themes, styles and everything else that pertains to your event. I will then work on a price quote and send it to you. If everything looks good, then the initial concept designs will begin.

The second week is for the couple to look over, proof, change and or edit the designs and for me to make these changes. In addition, the second week is when the couple to be finalizing the wording and text of the invitation, RSVP, Ceremony Programs, etc. and sending this information to B Graphix. If the couple wishes, B Graphix can do the writing for you and make changes along the way.

The third week is for the final approval process showing the entire package complete.

Then it is production time. For most projects, I prefer to have a good 2-3 weeks for production and assembly.

Q: Can I get the addresses printed on the envelopes?
A: YES! I will even print the graphics from the wedding theme as well.

Q: How do I give you the address for the envelopes?
A: Simply use Microsoft Excel or Microsoft Word and type them out exactly as you would like them to appear on the envelopes. Be sure to include the following:
FOR Microsoft Word:

• First and Last Name (Mr. Bob Smith and Family)
• Address line 1 (2050 SW 19th Street)
• Address line 2 (apartment #25)
• City, State, ZIP

-OR-
For Microsoft Excel:

• Each column should resemble each line of the envelope.
  • i.e.
  • Column A is the First and Last Name (Mr. and Mrs. Bob Smith)
  • Column B is the Address line 1 (2050 SW19th Street)
  • Column C is the Address line 2 (apartment #25)
  • Column D is City
  • Column E is the State
  • Column F is the ZIP

Be sure to spell everything out - Streets, Cities, State - (i.e Ave = Avenue, St = Street, IA = Iowa, NY = New York, etc) and email the file(s) to: weddings@bgraphixdesign.com

Q: Will the invitation match everything else?
A: YES. The invitation is the first thing that I will work on. Once we have narrowed down the style of the invitation, I will begin work on the other pieces of the wedding package, making sure that everything goes together.

Q: Do I have to use MapQuest or Google Maps to get my directions?
A: NO, aboslutely not. All I will need is the complete name and address for the wedding location and the reception location. I will then be able to create a custom map taylored specifically to your package style and colors. You will be able to choose from text only, visual (drawn out map) only, or both!

Q: Do you accept rush orders?
A: Most definitely. A minimal charge may apply for rush design, production or delivery. Please contact me if this is desired.

Q: What if I want to order additional invitations at a later date (say, after the wedding)?
A: Not a problem. All designs are kept on file and can be produced at any time. Pricing will depend soley on the additional quantities ordered.

Q: How do we pay you?
A: We accept Personal/Bank Checks, Money Orders, and Paypal (credit cards).

• Checks/Money Orders: Make payable to "B Graphix" and send to:
  • B Graphix
    609 Gary Street
    Malvern, IA 51551
• Paypal: payments@bgraphixdesign.com

Q: Can we use our engagement photo on our invitations?
A: MAYBE. If you had your photos taken by a professional photographer, you will need to get written permission from them and send me a copy. If you already have the rights to the photograph, then most definitely!

Q: What is the easiest way to contact you?
A: By either phone (515-975-5550) or by eMail: weddings@bgraphixdesign.com