Calligraphy: Questions to Ask

Looking for a calligrapher to script your invitations or envelopes? Weather you choose Carla Hagan to script your invitations and envelopes or another artist, be sure to ask these questions before you sign on the dotted line.

Please keep in mind that hand calligraphy is an art and should not be rushed. Most calligraphers require around 10 to 14 days addressing 100 invitations.

How long have you done calligraphy and how were you trained ?

How much will it cost

What is the turnaround time?

Are you willing to stamp, seal and stuff envelopes?

Will you need extra envelopes ?

Will you redo mistakes free of charge?

What are some letter and design styles?

Do I sign a contract?

 

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How long have you done calligraphy and how were you trained?

I have over 25 years experience in the writing arts. I am self taught and believe my work speaks for itself. Please visit my gallery for samples of my work.

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How much will it cost?

A. This will probably depend on the amount of detail (artistic craftsmanship) you want. Include an inner envelope with a one- or two-line name and design motif, and the total cost per invitation rises. The minimum order is $50.00. Please visit the pricing page to get a rough idea of your cost. Rush orders may be more. Please contact us for complete pricing as some discounts may apply.
 

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What is the turnaround time?

A. Turnaround time is usually 10 days to two weeks, depending on the amount of work. We will provide you with a written contract defining the price, completion date, and quantity of work to be completed.

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Are you willing to stamp, seal, and stuff envelopes?

A. For a nominal fee, we will do this for you. It's a time saver - besides, do you remember what happened to Susan on Seinfeld after she licked all those cheap-adhesive envelopes? Ouch.

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Will you need extra envelopes?

A. We require you to provide 20% additional envelopes over the number ordered. When ordering you invitations, order more envelopes than invites -- human error is unavoidable and we need these extras in case of slip ups, additions, or changes.
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Will you redo mistakes free of charge?

A. You are required to provide us with a type written list of recipients for your invitations. This will be the master list. Any errors we make from this list will be redone free of charge.  Any item that needs to be redone due to an error on the approved master list will result in an additional charge.

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What are some letter and design styles?

A. Please review our styles and sample gallery for our lettering and design choices.

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Do I sign a contract?

A. We don’t like surprises either. Before the work is started a formal contract will be prepared and signed by both parties. This contract will include the master guest list and the actual cost of production and shipping

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