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The Mysterious ‘M’ on the RSVP Card

What’s the ‘M’ stand for? This is one of the most frequently asked questions from brides when they first arrive in our studio. What on earth does that random “M” stand for on the RSVP card? A little invitation…

Deckled Edging: Living on the Edge

One style of invitation that Persnickety brides continue to fall in love with is a cut above the rest… or an “uncut” to be exact, and that’s with deckled edging. Deckled edging is a classic papermaking technique that is…

Hats Off to the Grads!

Do you have a high school or college graduation coming up this spring? Looking for a fun, unique announcement that helps your grad stand apart from their class? Need a great invitation for that graduation party you (hopefully!) have…

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Are Custom Invitations Right for Your Wedding?

With an infinite amount of options to choose from, deciding on a wedding invitation is tricky. Choosing whether to go with an album invitation or a custom invitation can make the decision even more of a challenge! What’s an…

Ask the Etiquette Masters: Adding Registry Information

Q. Is it ever okay to include which stores and websites I’m registered at on my wedding invitation? A. The simple answer is no. No, no, no. In fact, Persnickety avoids listing the registry information on ANY of the…

The Importance of Hand-Cancelling

Anyone who is in the process of wedding planning can attest to the fact that brides today put so much time into the creation of a beautiful wedding stationery set. They pour their heart and soul into choosing the…

Countdown to Christmas: German Advent Calendars

The countdown to the holiday season is officially on! While we begin to decorate and prepare for Christmas, Persnickety loves to focus on the classic simplicity of this beautiful season, especially those tiny details that made the anticipation of…

Real Wedding: Staci and Keith • November 12, 2016 • York, PA

Cheers to the Murphys! Polish tradition meets Irish luck in this gorgeous November wedding celebration for Staci and Keith Murphy in York, Pennsylvania. Persnickety was thrilled to create the entire stationery suite for these two, from the Save the…

Ladies First: Names on Invitation

One of the most commonly asked questions Persnickety brides have when it comes to wedding invitation wording is actually a simple one. Who is listed first on the wedding invitation? The bride or the groom? The answer is pretty…

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Current Crush: Personalized Cocktail Napkins

It’s the little details that make your wedding or big event super memorable to your family and friends, and what could be simpler than adding the perfect touch of color or theme with a personalized cocktail napkin? Cocktail and…

Ask the Etiquette Masters: Listing Stepparents

One of the perks of working with an invitation specialist at Persnickety is the guidance they offer when it comes to invitation wording etiquette. We understand that wording information properly on your wedding invitation is of the utmost importance,…

Oh, Baby!

Weddings aren’t the only events we create gorgeous custom invitations for! Are you in the planning stages of a baby shower, a baby sprinkle, a gender reveal party, a baptism, or a christening? Persnickety has the perfect invitations to…

Decoding the Dress Code

“What do I wear?!” is one of the first things that pop into guests’ minds when receiving a wedding invitation. And with all of those words thrown around- black tie, semi-formal, Country Club casual- it’s easy to be confused.…

Real Weddings: Alyssa and Robert • May 19, 2018 • Carlisle, PA

We’re not crying; you’re crying! Alyssa and Robbie’s wedding day at The Cathedral of Saint Patrick in Harrisburg, PA and Linwood Estate in Carlisle, PA was beyond gorgeous. The rain didn’t stop this party! Persnickety Invitation Studio had the…

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Budget Friendly Sep ‘n Send Invitations

It is possible to have a beautiful, unique, and memorable wedding invitation without breaking the bank with one of our Sep ‘n Send invitations! Persnickety is thrilled to offer a wide array of unique and gorgeous wedding invitations in…

Don’t Be Late! Writing Times on Wedding Invitations

Who would have thought writing the time and date on your wedding invitation could be so tricky? Certain wedding etiquette still stands if you are having a traditional, formal wedding, including how to write the date and time. Persnickety…

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The Art of Letterpress

Letterpress is one of the most classic and most elegant of all the printing processes. When brides visit our studio, they are so drawn to not only the look of our letterpressed invitations but the feel of them as…

Invitations for a Second Marriage

Sometimes love at first sight doesn’t happen the first time around, and the having a second wedding can have its own unique pressures. Wording your wedding invitation for a second marriage can be a little tricky. There are different…