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Get with the Program, Part 1

The first thing I look at when I arrive at  a wedding is the ceremony program.  It satisfies my curiosity about who’s who in the bridal party and sets the tone for the ceremony. Wedding programs have long been a staple for the wedding ceremonies, allowing guests to know the order of events and the attendants, as well as a note from the bride and groom. Few brides and grooms elect not to have programs, mostly for non-traditional weddings or weddings in locations (like the beach) where a program isn’t conducive to the environment or occasion. I’ve also seen some that are lengthy, telling everything from how the bride and groom met to the upcoming menu at the reception. The key to a good program is balance. Make sure they offer enough information but their also short enough to keep guests focused on the event.

At Oliver’s Twist, our programs range from $1.50-$4.00 ea. Obviously there are so many variables that make up the price. Metallic paper, color printing, ribbons, and folds are a few aspects that would increase the price. We do about 75% of programs of brides who purchase their invitations from us. Many times the programs are made to coordinate with the rest of the wedding stationery. For those of you planning a wedding, below is a common layout of a program. If you are being married in a church, the officiant will most likely give you an outline of how they usually perform ceremonies. Everything else is up to you!

First Page:

• Title/Date/Location

Second Page:

• Order of Wedding Ceremony
  Include music selections and readings with who will be singing/reading
• Optional: Information about a receiving line. Ex.: At the conclusion of the ceremony, please remained seated and the bride and groom will return to dismiss by row.

Third Page:

• Wedding Party/Participants
  Be sure to include officiant, parents, grandparents, greeters, flower girl/ring bearer, ushers, musicians.

Fourth Page:

• In Memory Section with Grandparents/Close family members are listed who have passed away
• Thank you message from the bride and groom
• Address from the bride and groom
• Optional: Directions to the reception

The next post will include some of the programs we have done lately! We hope this helps!

We Do!

At the o.t., which we like to call it, wedding season is in full effect. That means appointments, walk in brides, proofs going out, and orders coming in. We love this time of year to see the excitement on brides’ faces when they come across THE invitation that will set the tone for their big day. We are so excited about our new albums this year. Umi by Elum Designs is a letterpress album that offers their designs in flat printing for a more economical option. The other nice feature about UMI is they have their invitations in suites, which all include a save the date, invitation, menu, option for a pocket to be used, as well as thank you notes and escort cards. They have incorporated the use of Envelopments pockets and envelopes throughout their collection. Their designs are creative and unique, perfect for the bride that wants to make a statement.

We also are proud to have the latest Checkerboard album, called BRIDES. This just came out last month and we are thrilled to be apart of their latest release. Be sure to check out the ad in BRIDES magazine as well as ALLURE. Oliver’s Twist is thrilled to be listed in this ad. Checkerboard is a wonderful company to work with, making them our most popular wedding invitation company. They are reliable, accurate, and their customer service is top notch. Not to mention their designs are classic with just enough flare for anyone wanting an elegant and sophisticated wedding with a little TWIST!

Ritz-Charles/Indy Monthly Bridal Show

Once again we will be participating in the Ritz-Charles/Indianapolis Monthly Bridal Show this Sunday from 11-3. We’ve been working hard on some new displays/favors that we can’t wait to take to the show. Since this is our only bridal show of the year, we go all out!