So you’re looking for a calligrapher….You’re in the right place….
I offer calligraphy for weddings, special occasions, events, and services for businesses or venues who would like something handwritten in a modern calligraphy style.
If you’re planning your wedding or event and you’re worrying that you don’t know what you need, or how far your budget will go, I’m here to help. I know there’s a big long list of things to sort for a special event, and my aim is to make the calligraphy aspect of it as straightforward as possible, while leaving plenty of scope for bespoke items if that’s what you’re looking for.
Calligraphy Services
I write things nicely for you on posh paper or card with pretty inks, using a traditional craft in a modern way. I can offer you lots of choice of colours, and help you decide what products are the best fit for your event.
Although ideally I would be working on your order at least 6 weeks before your event, if you’ve a last minute panic and need something urgently, do get in touch and if I can fit you in I will!
Calligraphy adds a unique and personal touch to your special event. It’s both beautiful and practical; popular items include place cards to show your guests which seat is theirs, either at the table or during the ceremony, charts that guide them to the tables, table names or numbers, handwritten pudding or drinks menus.
The more decorative elements include having your vows written ready to frame, and my personal favourite, having your invitation envelopes addressed “proper fancy” so they stand out amongst all the catalogues and bills in the post and make your prospective guests feel really excited and spoilt from the outset.
Who am I?
I’m Frances, I’ve been providing British grown seasonal flowers for weddings and events since 2019. After following my curiosity with lettering, bonding with a dip pen and the modern style of calligraphy, I decided to offer calligraphy services in addition to flowers. It was a natural extension of my flower business; I like writing, I love seeing the place cards on tables and the signs when I’m setting up wedding florals. It’s a bit odd too but I’ve always been fascinated by names!
What can I offer you?
My aim is for you to have items that are unique to your event, through colour of ink, colour of card, or the design of the item. I want you to have a choice, but at the same time, keep it simple and easy for you!
I prefer to keep most of the communication via email, and I use client management software that enables us both to keep track of emails, calls, and shared images. I’m happy to have a chat on the phone as well; sometimes it’s just easier that way! I can offer evening and weekend phone consultations by prior arrangement.
I’ve made a PDF of details, including prices and more photographs. If you have any questions, drop me an email or fill in this simple form and I’ll aim to get back to you as soon as possible, at the latest within 3 working days.
Timing
Ideally I would be working on your order at least 6 weeks before your event. I can make changes to your order nearer the event day, eg, if you need an extra place name, but I like to have the majority of the details set 6 weeks before your date at the latest. This gives me plenty of time in case of last minute unforeseen changes, and gives time for the items to be posted out to you.
If you order place cards, I bundle them into table groups so it’s easy for venue staff (or yourselves) to put them out on the day.
However if you’re in a last minute panic and you’re not already booked in with me and you need something urgently, do get in touch and if I can fit you in I will! (There might be a “rush fee” depending on the time frame).
The Process
When you decide you want to book with me, I ask for a deposit to secure the time slot, and I’ll email you a contract. From there, we will come up with a plan if you don’t already have one; we’ll decide on what items you want, colours, style, etc. We can do this via email, or have a phone call if you prefer.
You can send me any relevant information, for example, guest list, table names/numbers, menus, as soon as you know, and the latest date I will need it by, is 6 weeks before your event (unless we’ve agreed differently).
I’ll keep in touch with you throughout the process, and remind you if you need to send me any extra information, or the final payment! I use a client management software system that enables us both to keep track of emails, calls, and shared images.
If you have any last minute additions these usually be accommodated, for example extra names. If there’s a big change, or an extra thing to make, I’ll do my best to fit it in, but we will be limited by time as the event approaches!
Finally, I’ll package everything up and send it out to you using a recorded delivery service, so it arrives in plenty of time to avoid stress before your event.
If you have any questions along the way, I’m always happy to answer them and give you extra information. No such thing as a daft question either! I’d much rather you asked than worried.
What to do next
If you’d like more information, a quote or want to see if I’m free for your event, please click here! The link will take you to a short form so I can get a little bit of an idea of what you’re looking for. I’ll get back to you within three working days.
