Invitation Timeline

There is an endless amount of things to do when planning your wedding and trying to figure out when to do what can be overwhelming. Here is a quick and easy timeline for you to follow regarding all your paper needs.

6 to 9 Months

• If you plan on ordering through an invitation company, call and book your appointment. 
• Place order and mail Save the Dates.
• Finalize guest list, venue and catering information.

4 to 6 Months

• Place orders for all wedding stationery and accessories.
• Discuss programs, menues, and place cards.
• Reserve a calligrapher

2 to 4 Months

• Address invitations or send to calligrapher to be addressed.
• Order programs, menues, table numbers, and place cards.

8 to 10 Weeks

• Stamp and seal wedding invitations.

6 to 8 Weeks

• Mail out your invitations
• Have programs printed

2 to 4 Weeks

• Order menus, table numbers and place cards to be printed.

1 Week

• Pick up menus, table numbers, and place cards.

***For help on all your invitations needs we suggest Cami Haggins with Harlan's. 614.352.9421