FAQ
Below is a list of our most Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions, please e-mail them to info@howinvitingltd.com.
A: Currently, you cannot order any of our wedding products online. We will work with you to set up a complimentary consultation to begin discussing the details of your event. You may request an appointment by e-mailing appointments@howinvitingltd.com or by calling 614-664-7880. You may also submit a request by filling out the required information on the Contact Us tab. ** Coming in the fall of 2011 we will begin offering a wide variety of announcements, special occasion invitations and save-the-dates which will be available for purchase online.
A: We encourage you to set an appointment and place your order as far in advance as possible. Typically, wedding invitation orders should be placed at least 4-6 months before the event. Please allow a minimum of two months for the completion of an order from 50-200 invitations. A turnaround time of 3 months is required for orders of more than 200 invitations. Orders placed after the minimum time requirement will be subject to a 20% rush fee. If you are ordering a small amount of invitations either for a wedding, party or shower, a shorter timeframe will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Just ask!
A: You will need one invitation for each couple, family, or individual that you plan to invite. We recommend that you order at least 10% more than your total count. This allows for anyone you may have forgotten or anyone on your "B" list. There is no minimum order, we can make as many or as few invitations as you need. Likewise, we do not require you to order in multiples of 25 or 50.
A: Each household that you invite should receive one invitation. The exception to this rule is for any adult children still living at home. They should receive their own invitation. For unmarried couples, the invitation should be addressed to both individuals. Single friends or family members should receive one invitation addressed to that individual and a guest.
A: You'll need one place card per guest or couple, depending on how you want to arrange your seating. We recommend that you order 20-25 extra in case you need to make changes.
Q: How many wedding programs will I need?
A: Wedding programs are most often passed out by ushers seating guests, but can also be placed in baskets or other containers at the entrance of the ceremony location or on the pews or chairs. One program can be given out per couple or individual. In either case, be clear about how to distribute programs with whoever is passing them out. We recommend that you order 25 extra for guests as well as a program for each person in the bridal party to keep.
Q: Will I get a sample or proof of the product(s) before my entire order is printed?
A: Absolutely! You will receive a complementary proof of your invitation (or other items) once the contract has been signed. This will give you the opportunity to verify design, paper & ink color, spelling, etc. We will not begin printing the entire order until the proof(s) have been signed off on. Any errors found after the proof has been approved will be the responsibility of the client. If you wish to receive a sample before the contract has been signed, a $25.00 retainer fee will be required. Once the contract has been signed, the $25.00 retainer will be applied to your balance.
Q: Do I need to pay for everything up front?
A: No, a non-refundable 50% deposit is required upon ordering. We will not begin printing the order until the deposit has been received. The deposit will be applied to the order total. The remaining balance will be due at the time of final pick-up. All orders will be subject to the Ohio sales tax of 6.75%.
Q: What methods of payment do you accept?
A: We currently accept cash, check and online bill-pay. A $30 fee will be assesed upon the return of a personal check. This fee will be added to your final balance. You may also pay down your balance by using your debit or credit card through PayPal. Please visit the PayPal Payments tab.