Archive for April, 2009
Checking your list
A question commonly asked for address calligraphy is “How should I send the guest list?” Each calligrapher has their own preferred format. Mine is a numbered list in a word processor format such as .DOC. I request this file format (and not a speadsheet) because it’s easy to just press the “center” button to help visualize the centering for the addresses. It’s one of my little tricks! I also perform the lettering as it appears so do check your spelling, abbreviations, titles, etc. An example is on the ‘Faq’ section of my website
Miss or Ms.?
Calligraphers are often asked by their customers how they should address their envelopes. Should they use titles? Where do they include the names of children? Can they write “and guest?” There are many different etiquette “rules” out there but really it is up to you how you wish to address your envelopes. You may choose to use titles (Mr., Mrs., Miss, etc) or decide on a more informal route and use abbreviations (St., Rd., ON, etc.).
If you do require some assistance, the Crane’s Online Wedding Blue Book is an excellent resource for Addressing Etiquette 101. But do keep in mind that at the end of the day it is your wedding, so address your invitations as you wish.
