Karina's Invitations - FAQs/Policies

Your celebration begins long before the first guest steps through the door. We ensure that very first glimpse is far more than seen; it is deeply felt and unforgettable. At Karina’s Invitations, we act as the Architects of High-Touch Stationery, engineering heirloom-quality pieces that honor your heritage and elevate your celebration to its highest prestige.

Every suite is created with deep intention, structural balance, and fine artistry:

Ethereal Vellum: Soft, romantic layering designed for classic, delicate elegance.

Architectural Acrylic: High-glamour, crisp modern edges that command instant attention.

Minimalist & Regal Styles: From clean, contemporary typography to bold, heraldic statements.

We don't simply print paper goods. We curate the definitive visual language of your celebration.

Personalized Concierge Service

You are guided through every step with warmth, clarity, and white-glove attention. From initial design concept to final delivery, we ensure your experience is as seamless and memorable as the invitation itself.

Unrivaled Craftsmanship

Every detail is an intentional moment of beauty: 24K foil that catches the light, plush velvet that whispers elegance, and architectural cuts engineered with couture-level precision.

A Journey of Legacy

Since 2016, our studio has maintained an unwavering standard of excellence for our clientele. Every suite is created with the devotion given to a cherished family heirloom.

Ready to Architect Your Story?

Only Designs That Tell Your Narrative. Only Excellence That Honors Your Legacy.

Your celebration deserves an announcement engineered with deep intention, architectural elegance, and artistic truth. From our first design concept to the final white-glove packaging, we ensure every detail reflects the magnitude of your milestone.

A Note on Calendar Availability: To maintain our white-glove concierge standard and guarantee your suite receives the meticulous, undivided focus it deserves, we accept a strictly limited number of commissions each month. We encourage reserving your place on our design calendar as early as possible.

Our Studio Policies

Shipping & Retrieval Policies

Nationwide Insured Delivery

We provide nationwide delivery engineered to ensure your custom suite arrives with the exact same pristine perfection it held in our studio.

Precision Real-Time Rates: To guarantee complete accuracy, shipping is calculated independently based on carrier weight and destination, rather than rolled into initial design estimates.

Fully Insured & Tracked: Every heirloom package is comprehensively insured and tracked end-to-end, providing complete peace of mind as your suite journeys to your doorstep.

Private Studio Retrieval (Houston & La Porte Area Clients)

For our local clientele, we invite you to experience your completed creation in person through a private Studio Quality Review.

In-Person Inspection: Schedule a dedicated time to view your completed suite alongside our lead designer.

Tactile Reveal: Touch, review, and admire every architectural element, custom layer, and wax seal in person before your invitations officially leave our hands.

Returns, Refunds, and Design Commencements

Custom Artistry & Non-Refundable Terms

Due to the bespoke, handcrafted nature of our architectural materials (Acrylic, Laser-Cut Wraps, Vellum, and Foils), all commissions are final.

Investment Protection: Once graphic design drafting, specialized material procurement, or physical production has commenced, payments and retainers are non-refundable.

Material Allocations: Procurement begins immediately upon booking to secure rare papers, specialized acrylics, and custom die blocks specifically for your event.

The Final Seal Approval Protocol

We obsess over precision so that the visual layout approved on your screen is identical to the masterpiece delivered to your hands.

Production Timeline: Our standard 4–8 week production window officially begins only after receiving your formal, written "Final Seal" proof approval.

Client Review: You retain complete control over spelling, layout, and language choices prior to authorizing the final production run.

Investment & Secure Payments

Our Accepted Payment Methods

To ensure your custom suite moves directly into design and procurement without banking delays, we accept the following instant payment methods:

Zelle: Secure, direct bank-to-bank transfers.

Cash App: Fast, mobile-verified payments.

In-Person Cash: Accepted during studio consultations and private handovers.

Why Your Investment is Final

Because every suite is handcrafted entirely to order, your payment is non-refundable and instantly powers your custom workflow:

Securing Specialty Materials: We immediately order your project's architectural acrylics, artisan papers, and custom foil dies.

Reserving Calendar Placement: Your retainer locks in your event slot and closes our calendar to competing inquiries.

Dedicated Studio Artistry: Our full creative team and technical equipment are officially assigned to your suite.

The Design Commission & Consultations

The Path to Your Masterpiece

Your celebration deserves far more than a standard card; it deserves an unforgettable physical introduction. Your creative journey begins with an exclusive, one-on-one design session rooted in high-touch beauty, intentional artistry, and family legacy.

Securing Your Design Slot

A $50 commitment fee reserves your dedicated consultation slot, ensuring our lead designer’s undivided attention is assigned solely to your event.

Coordinate Directly: Call or text the studio at (832) 846-1790 to schedule your preferred session time.

Full Consultation Credit: Your $50 fee is applied as a direct credit toward your final commissioned suite investment.

Preparing Your Session

To maximize our collaborative time together, we invite you to bring key elements of your story:

Aesthetic & Inspiration: Color swatches, mood boards, venue photos, or cultural symbols.

Core Logistics: Confirmed event date, venue location, and estimated suite count.

Material Preferences: Textures or structural elements you feel drawn to.

Inside the Studio

During your dedicated session, you will physically interact with our full luxury collection:

Tactile Exploration: Feel the weight of Architectural Acrylics, the softness of Couture Velvets, and the shine of Foil Stampings.

Expert Guidance: Receive professional recommendations on material layering, language layout, and color harmony.

Tailored Alignment: We align every detail to match your event's exact prestige.

Your Investment Applied: Your $50 design reservation is not an added cost it is fully credited toward your custom invitation order upon booking, serving as the immediate foundation of our partnership.

FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions)

Frequently Asked Questions

Confidence in every detail. Clarity at every step.

We have curated these inquiries to guide you through a seamless, personalized experience from your initial consultation to your final, grand reveal.

THE PROCESS & TIMELINE

How do I get started? Simply request your custom quote through our website or contact us directly at (832) 846-1790. We will guide you through every stage, from initial inspiration to the final reveal.
How far in advance should I place my order? To ensure a relaxed and inspired creative journey, we recommend securing your commission 4–6 months before your event. This allows ample time for bespoke design, meticulous revisions, and specialized production.
What is the production turnaround time? Our standard production timeline is 4–8 weeks following your Final Design Approval. This timeframe ensures every element is engineered to our uncompromising standards.

DESIGN & FULFILLMENT

Is there a minimum order requirement? Yes. To maintain our standard of excellence and artisanal production, we require a minimum of 50 invitation suites per design style.
Do you ship nationwide? Absolutely. We provide National Concierge Shipping anywhere in the United States. Every order arrives beautifully packaged, insured, and tracked for your absolute peace of mind.
Can you accommodate bilingual invitations? Yes. Hablamos Español. We frequently design bilingual suites to honor your heritage and ensure every guest feels welcomed in the "language of the heart."
Do you offer "Day-Of" event branding? Yes. To ensure a cohesive visual language, we offer matching Welcome Signs, Seating Charts, and Table Architecture exclusively for clients who have commissioned their invitation suites through our studio.

PAYMENTS & POLICIES

What payment methods do you accept? For your convenience, we accept Zelle, Cash App, and Cash. Our payment process is secure, simple, and straightforward.
Are payments refundable? Due to the highly bespoke and custom-commissioned nature of our work, all payments including retainers and final balances are 100% non-refundable and non-transferable.
Can I make changes after Final Approval? Once Final Design Approval is granted, your suite moves immediately into production. Any edits requested after this point constitute a new commission and will incur additional material and labor fees.

"Have a question not listed here? We are happy to assist. Contact us today to discuss your vision."