What are your most eco-friendly options?
Many Waste Not Papers are 30% PCW (post consumer waste) and all their custom colors are milled in a plant that uses 100% clean, renewable hydroelectric energy produced at the mill. We also have partnered with a new company that only offers either 30-100% PCW recycled papers (though they only offer paper at this time, no specialty items). Stardream metallic papers, while not recycled, are manufactured under strict guidelines using Elemental Chlorine Free pulp from well managed, sustainable forests. We also offer plantable papers that are embedded with wildflower seeds and Lokta paper, which is created from a plant is completely tree-free (the plant is a self-renewing resource). We do have some limited information on paper from Envelopments too.

How come I can't just order the invitations online?
For custom invitations, there are so many options available, it would make online ordering very tricky. This part of our business works best when we work together (plus it's more fun that way!). It can be a combination of e-mailing and phone conversations, or it can be all via e-mail. But it really is a custom service that depends entirely on your needs and wants. And, if you're local to Brandon or the Lake George/Saratoga region in New York, we'd love to meet in person so that you can see all of the papers and portfolio in person. If you aren't, you can order a swatch deck with all of Envelopments paper. However, some of our Vintage and botanical designs are available at our Etsy shop and Artfire shops. But please use our contact form to get started.

Can I see what my invitation will look like before I order?
Yes. We will gladly send you graphics of a certain type for you to see at no charge if you don't see what you are looking for on the website. Invitation concepts (meaning a rough invitation design to give you an idea of possibilities) begin at $20 each. They will just be simple concepts and not personalized in anyway. We will refund the cost of the concept to your order if you decide to go with it. These concepts are just a starting point for design and do not come with revisions (designs can be reworked and revised on ordering, or you can pay an additional $10 fee for a revision). However, if you choose to order right away, most design is included in the cost of your invitations. If you want to see an invitation of ours, but just in different colors, we'll provide two recolorings for $10.

What is a Virtual Proof?
A virtual proof is a "photo" created by our printing program. It allows us to create as many designs as we want without using so much paper and creating less of an impact on the environment. We will create a proof on paper, should you wish, so that you may get a feel for what kind of paper your order will come on. Contact us for availability (because we order most of our supplies when you order from us, we don't always have everything in stock). Custom paper mock-ups, however, begin at $40.

Can I get a sample invitation/favor?
Yes- but there is a charge for these as many have to be made just for you. Sometimes samples aren't possible, but please contact us about availability. Invitation samples begin at $5 for flat invitations and $10 for pocketfolds, depending on what you'd like to see, but we would refund any charges when you order, though only if you order the same invitation. We typically do not send more than one enclosure card (like the RSVP) so please let us know if you would like to see others. Also, depending on paper availability, samples may not be exactly as you see them on the website. Please let us know if you need to see something EXACTLY like it is on the site, and we'll let you know if this is possible.

Do my invitations come assembled?
Most orders will come assembled, meaning any taped layers will be attached for you (you'll only need to stuff any pockets or envelopes). Should you wish to assemble them yourself, contact us about a price discount.

When should I order?
At the very latest, 4 months before your wedding (particularly for custom invitations). But, if you are having something created especially for you, the process should really begin at least 6 months before your wedding (remember, they will go out 6-8 weeks BEFORE your big day). If you are closer to your wedding than four months, please contact us about availability. We may be able to print and design, but due to limited time, you may need to assemble.

Do you sell just the paper if I want to do it myself?
Yes, we can sell you just the paper. Please let us know your interests and we will get prices for you (should only take us a day to get that information to you). Because we have access to over 500 different types of papers and mediums, we don't carry them in stock at all times. Use our contact form to get information.

How long will it take to get my order?
For custom wedding invitations, approximately 6-8 weeks, depending on the quantity ordered, time of year, and how much assembly we need to do. Rush orders are possible, but you would need to contact us so we can give you an approximate time frame. There is a $50.00-$100 surcharge for rush orders need in less than three weeks depending on quantity needed. In addition, there will be higher shipping costs involved with rushing an order out to you. Orders that don't require assembly will not take as much time.

For birth announcements, they will probably take a week to ten days to arrive, and are shipped priority mail unless you prefer another method. They can be ordered before your baby's arrival, so that minimal set-up work needs to be done and will ship out sooner than if you order them after baby's arrival.

How is my purchase shipped?
We will ship priority mail with delivery confirmation, unless you ask us to ship FedEX or UPS. Priority mail costs start at $6., and FedEx and UPS charges start at $14.00. Depending on your location, we may be able to deliver your product (for a charge of $7.00, outside a 15 mile radius) or we may be able to schedule a time for pick-up that will incur no shipping charges. Typical shipping costs range from $12 to $20- paper gets heavy!

How do I pay for my order?
We will send an invoice via e-mail, through which you can pay by credit card via Paypal- no account needed. We can also accept payments by telephone with Mastercard or Visa. If you wish to send a check, we will need to wait until the check clears before your order can be processed (usually five business days). Returned checks will be subject to a $25 Returned Check Fee.

Do you provide your services nationally?
Absolutely! While we may be based in Vermont, we work with clients all over the United States and Canada. We can work over the internet, through "snail" mail or by fax. We do, on occasion, work with customers internationally as well. We have a computer program that allows us to "virtually" build your invitation in a graphic image, and then e-mail it to you so that you can see what it will look like.

How does this process work?
First, contact us by either phone or e-mail. If you are local, we can set-up a time to meet (though no meeting is really necessary, it's always nice to put a face to an e-mail).. Otherwise we can work over the phone and internet. We have the capability to photograph anything you'd like to see and send it to you. We will do everything to make sure that you are happy with your invitation. Then, for orders over $400 a 50% deposit is required to get started with the balance due before shipping. Orders under $400 we request payment in full.

Are there any other charges we should be aware of?
We do not charge for proofs unless you require more than 3 versions of a particular design (this is for each element requiring a proof). Maps are typically $30-40, and if you require graphics in a certain color, depending on the complexity of the design, there may be a small graphic design fee. Custom design fees for creating a new graphic are priced according to complexity.

Is your business name from that old movie- the one with Jimmy Stewart?
Yes! Our business name is from "It's a Wonderful Life" starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed. George Bailey (Stewart) offers to lasso the moon for sweetheart Mary (Reed)...a symbol of catching your dreams and doing whatever it takes to win something that you really want (in this case, Mary's heart)...well, we've caught our dream which is why we've "Lasso'd" the moon. If you've never seen the movie, we highly recommend it. It's the ultimate feel good movie!

Pricing & Style Information Guide

Please click here to open a PDF that contains a breakdown of our most popular styles and prices.

Additionally, we offer envelope liners, computerized calligraphy and many other services.

And finally, if there is a design that you love, but feel it may be out of your budget, please don't hesitate to contact us. Many designs can be altered or done in less expensive ways.

While we've tried to cover the basics, we might've missed something. Don't hesitate to call or e-mail with any questions you might have.

*a few exceptions apply, but most will be included