Semi custom is the happy middle ground: you start with a ready-designed collection and make it properly yours, without the time and cost of going fully bespoke. I explain how it works at The Design Shop, share collections like Autumn Floral, Olive Branch, Wild Romance and Minimal Monochrome, then walk through your personalisation options, from colours and envelopes to illustrations and luxe finishes like foil, ribbon and wax seals.
Who said invitations have to be rectangular? I’m making the case for uniquely shaped stationery and how it elevates every piece of your suite. We’ll explore elegant arch designs across invitations, signage, table numbers and menus, plus circular and semicircular shapes for place cards, coasters and favour tags, with their lovely nod to unity and infinity. And if you’ve a pebble or leaf shape in mind, bespoke can bring it to life.
This is the full, glorious update to my floral stationery guide, and floral designs are some of my very favourite to create. I take you season by season, from spring’s Wildflower Meadow, Spring Floral and Rose Garden to bright summer blooms, rich autumn florals and quietly magical winter designs like Frosted Garden and Dutch Masters. There are not-quite-floral botanicals too, plus practical help choosing your design by season, venue, palette and hero bloom, and a full FAQ on colours, samples, timings and bespoke. Everything you need to find your perfect bloom.
A polaroid guestbook is such a fun, nostalgic twist on tradition, and this is my full guide to getting it right. I cover choosing your instant camera and stocking up on film, setting up an eye-catching station, and the best ways to attach photos, from glue dots to washi tape and photo corners. Plus my top tips for actually getting guests to sign, including clear signage, a helper, and getting stuck in yourselves.
Boho is so much more than hessian and twine, and I’m sharing how to capture that free-spirited vibe through your stationery. We’ll explore three Design Shop collections with very different flavours: ethereal Bohemian Pampas with soft feathers, earthy Autumn Flowers, and vibrant Sunflower Field with playful teal accents. I’ve also got ideas for elevated touches like hand-torn ribbon and wax seals, plus how bespoke can build your boho look from scratch.
Wondering when to send what? This is your complete wedding stationery timeline, taking the guesswork out of the guest work. I cover save the dates 12 months ahead (18 for destination weddings), invitations 4 to 6 months before, RSVP deadlines, on the day items and thank you cards. I’ve also broken down exactly how early to place your order, whether you’re shopping The Design Shop or going bespoke, so everything arrives in plenty of time.
Florals for spring? Groundbreaking. If you fancy something fresher than the usual delicate blooms, this one is for you. I walk you through bright Lemon Grove citrus, lush Olive Branch greenery, playful Blush Confetti, soft watercolour Coral Splash, and a whimsical Wildflower Meadow for those still flying the floral flag. Plus a peek at how a bespoke design can capture your venue, your florals, and all the magic of your spring day.
Bespoke or semi-custom? It’s the first big stationery decision, so let me help you choose. I explain exactly what sets the two apart, then walk through three telltale signs it’s time to go fully bespoke: you’ve got a really specific vision, you want personal details woven in (venue illustrations, a cameo from your dog), or you’ve fallen for a Design Shop collection but want changes beyond the usual tweaks. Plus where to find your price.
