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Your list should be
in a straightforward, block-style format with information
exactly as you want
it to appear. Common abbreviations (except for such as Mr., Mrs.,
and Ms.) should not be used; all words should be spelled out
completely (ex. Road, Street, Apartment, Post Office Box, etc., as
well as state names). It is recommended that you consult a wedding
guide for specific instructions regarding use of titles and names
on both the outer and inner envelopes. Information may vary
slightly from guide to guide concerning the finer points of
etiquette. However, most would agree that the outer envelope
should have the guest's complete name and proper title (for
example, "Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Moore," or "Doctor Raymond Miller",
or "Mrs. Edward Smith"). The use of middle names is permissible
but not necessary; however, the use of middle initials is
discouraged. The inner envelope should only say "Mr. and Mrs.
Moore," for example, dropping the first name. You should never use
"and family" on the outer envelope. Children's names should be
listed on the second line of the inner envelope. Sometimes
informal names are used on the inner envelopes for those closest
to the bride and groom (for example, "Nana," "Uncle Bill," or "Mom
and Dad"). Occasionally, some will choose an informal approach for
many or all of their guests, using names such as "Kevin and
Barbara" on the inner envelope, even though the wedding guide may
not recommend that form. It is your decision as to the level of
formality and form you wish to adhere to.
Please make sure you proofread your list carefully.
Upon completion of each hand-addressed envelope, it is carefully
proofread by artist in accordance with the information
supplied. Type written lists are preferred, but your list may be
handwritten if your writing is clear. Also, artist does not like
to work with lists that are in a "spread sheet format," as it is
much more difficult to follow a clear "flow" of the relevant
information. "Spread sheets" do just that---they spread
the information out in a way that is less straightforward to work
with when trying to concentrate on quality calligraphy and
accuracy. Please avoid spread sheets.
There will be an additional charge of .50 per envelope (inner
and/or outer)--that is, $1.00 per set-- if you must supply your
list on a spreadsheet. This is due to the fact that artist's
work time will be substantially increased. |
