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Starfish Lane Invitation Specialists

About Us & Frequently Asked Questions

[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” content_placement=”top” css=”.vc_custom_1583556836369{margin-top: -20px !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column offset=”vc_hidden-xs” css=”.vc_custom_1583556873812{margin-top: -15px !important;}”][rev_slider_vc alias=”starfish-standard-page”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-2 vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-offset-1 vc_col-md-10″][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner width=”2/3″][la_heading alignment=”left” spacer=”line” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”2″ title=”About Us” line_width=”lg:105px;” line_color=”#343538″ title_fz=”lg:30px;” subtitle_lh=”lg:30px;” line_class=”margin-top-30 margin-bottom-30″ css=”.vc_custom_1586948890934{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”]At Starfish Lane we understand invitation stationery. We invite you to swing by and browse our beautiful store or if that’s not possible our well-presented website.

As a family run business, with over 20 years experience in the industry, take the journey with us as we show you how easy the invitation process really is. Our excellent team of in-house consultants and qualified graphic designers are here to assist you.

Specializing in custom wedding and event invitations and stationery, hand-illustrated designs, paper layered creations and more.

In addition, we offer an in-house Print Studio service, where you bring your own beautiful designs to us. We then professionally print onto our luxurious quality cardstock.

Above all, we offer personal service, attention to detail, knowledge and an extensive range of paper and envelopes. Starfish Lane is here to guide you through the creative process and bring your ideas to life![/la_heading][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”427163″ img_size=”full” style=”vc_box_shadow”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-2 vc_col-lg-8 vc_col-md-offset-1 vc_col-md-10″][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle”][vc_column_inner][la_heading alignment=”left” spacer=”line” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”2″ title=”Frequently Asked Questions” line_width=”lg:105px;” line_color=”#343538″ title_fz=”lg:30px;” subtitle_lh=”lg:30px;” line_class=”margin-top-30 margin-bottom-30″ css=”.vc_custom_1586925688401{margin-bottom: 50px !important;}”]At Starfish Lane, we can help you to create the perfect stationery package, tailor-made to your particular special occasion and to your individual requirements. [/la_heading][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]

Visiting Starfish Lane

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_tta_accordion style=”la-2″ active_section=”0″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Where is Starfish Lane located?” tab_id=”1583553555185-ffa34f2a-f7c1″][vc_column_text]We are located conveniently in North Perth, on the corner of Fitzgerald Street and Grosvenor Road. There is plenty of street parking in the area.

344 Fitzgerald Street, North Perth WA[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Can I come in store to look at invitations?” tab_id=”1583552855639-52bbbf1b-483a”][vc_column_text]You are more than welcome to pop into Starfish Lane at any time. Our entire range of beautiful invitation designs are on display in our store. Furthermore, our team of design consultants are here to assist with any questions.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Do I need to make an appointment?” tab_id=”1583552855716-28155543-3858″][vc_column_text]It isn’t necessary to make an appointment, you are welcome to pop into store at any time. If you would prefer to, simply email us at northperth@starfishlane.com.au, with your preferred date and time.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What should I bring with me?” tab_id=”1583553261718-af896c53-c412″][vc_column_text]Any design inspiration for your invitations. Whether it be a pinterest board, or designs you have seen on our website, please bring this all with you! It is helpful for us to have an idea of the style you are after, as well as the overall theme for your wedding.

If you are hoping to place an order, it can be helpful to bring in your invitation wording, as well as an idea as to the quantity of invitations you are after.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Do I have to come in store to place an order?” tab_id=”1583553775636-a3b47165-f502″][vc_column_text]If it isn’t possible for you to visit us in store, we are more than happy to complete the entire order process online!

Simply email us your design ideas/choice, along with wording and quantity. The entire design process can be completed via email, and we can post a printed proof of the design to you for approval. Once your beautiful invitations are completed, we lovingly package them safely, and express post to you.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]

Wedding Invitations

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_tta_accordion style=”la-2″ active_section=”0″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”How many invitations will I need?” tab_id=”1548919683855-7279fe65-507ec44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]That depends on how many guests you would like to invite.  When working on the number of invitations you need, remember to count invitations rather than actual guests. An event with 120 guests may only require 65 invitations.

As a general guide, include one invitation for each of the following:

  • Couples (married or living together)
  • A family (including children under 18)
  • Single guests
  • Keepsake

In addition, our advice is to allow between 5 and 10 extra invitations. This helps to avoid the extra charges involved with changing numbers or coming back to order reprints.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”How much will my invitations cost?” tab_id=”1548919683857-0edfe937-858cc44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]This depends on what you want to spend and a number of factors including ;

  • Design style
  • Quantity of invitations required
  • The ‘Add Ons’ if required – for example RSVP, Wishing Well, Map, Information Card etc

We would therefore prefer to chat to you regarding your options and a price.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is the turnaround time for Invitations?” tab_id=”1548919683857-400c5053-e76bc44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]Our Customised Invitation turnaround time  is 14 to 21 working days. This is from the date you place your order with your final quantity, wording and deposit.

We do however offer an Express (ASAP)  service which includes 7 working days.  A small surcharge is applied to push your order to the top of the production line.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Do you Custom Design invitations?” tab_id=”1548919683851-a0915232-322fc44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]Yes we do!  We can customize any of our designs to suit you. Alternatively, you can show us what you have in mind and we can create a completely new design![/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Will I see a proof before going ahead?” tab_id=”1548919683851-7e328ff3-1bdbc44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]

YES!

A proof of each item will be emailed to you to check carefully.  If your invitation is in colour you will be asked to come into the store and see a proof.  Alternatively,  we will post you a proof.  This ensures that you’ll know exactly what to expect when you collect your completed stationery.  Printing will only commence once you have viewed and approved your printed proof. If you are ordering invitations from our Quick & Easy range you will receive an email proof only.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”When should I post my Wedding invitations?” tab_id=”1548919683852-18ce9bbf-c230c44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]Wedding invitations are traditionally posted 2 to 3 months before the wedding. For weddings, we do always recommend that you set your RSVP date at least 6 weeks before the wedding. This will allow time to order your menus, place cards and other reception stationery in plenty of time prior to the big day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Can Starfish Lane print guest names on the invitations?” tab_id=”1548919683852-16684599-6fb8c44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]Yes, we can customise your Invitation Stationery by printing individual guest names. If you would like to include this option please contact us at northperth@starfishlane.com.au, and a spreadsheet will be sent to you to complete. We highly recommend printed guest names for larger events – 80-100 guests. This ensures that the names printed on your invitations are the guests who are actually invited, for example, Jane, Sam and family OR Jane & Sam. Your spare/extra invites can be printed with a line or left blank for you to fill in the guest names at a later stage.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Can Starfish Lane address my envelopes?” tab_id=”1548919683853-510c0b18-b686c44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]Yes we can! If you decide to go ahead with this service we will email a spreadsheet for you to complete. Simply complete with your names and addresses, ensuring that you have thoroughly checked the details are correct, and leave the rest to us. View our Envelope Inspiration pinterest board for some beautiful ideas!

Envelope printing

We can print directly onto your chosen envelopes for a beautiful finish.

Envelope Labels

Yes, we do print labels for:

  • Your guest addresses (front of envelope)
  • Return to sender labels
  • Envelope seals

Available in clear, white or kraft in selected sizes.  Please contact us for a quote.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Is there a minimum or maximum order for personalised stationery?” tab_id=”1548919683853-0071bcaa-503ac44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]Not at all. You can order as many or as few invitations as you like. Please feel free to contact us at northperth@starfishlane.com.au for a quote or to place your order. Alternatively come in to store, we’d love to meet you![/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Do I have to buy all the extra items shown in the gallery, such as RSVP, Wishing Well, Map etc.?” tab_id=”1548919683855-92b4128f-5528c44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]No you don’t.   We recommend that you only order what you require.  Therefore, if invitations is all you need, then invitations is all you order! There is  a variety of different design and price options for the additional items.  They depend on the style you prefer.  You are more than welcome to mix and match ideas from different design sets. For example, an RSVP can be designed as a double sided post card with return address or as an RSVP with a envelope.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Can I change the colour and font of a design displayed in the gallery?” tab_id=”1548919683855-16ad17f9-09cfc44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]Absolutely! Our designs are simply ideas to give you a starting point for your stationery. You can mix and match both fonts and colours as you please.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Does Starfish Lane do the assembly of Invitations, if necessary?” tab_id=”1583551388662-ceb6fdcf-482e”][vc_column_text]

Yes, we do!

If you’re short on time or don’t feel confident to assemble the stationery yourself, we have all the necessary expertise in this field. This applies to any designs, in both the Handmade and Graphic Design range that require assembly.

Our work is of an extremely high standard. Above all, we are always excited and proud to hand over your beautifully completed box of Invitation Stationery!  All you’ll have to do is to put your stationery into envelopes, address, stamp and post![/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is the next step, when I have decided on my Invitation design?” tab_id=”1548919683854-7f896c68-1fabc44e-a75a”][vc_column_text]

Quotation

The next step is to request a quote.   To do this we need to know how many Invitations, and other items, for example, RSVP, Wishing Well/Gifts card and/or Details/Information card you require. Please remember to include singles, couples and families – therefore 60 invitations equates to approximately 120 guests. When you are happy with the quote,  all you need to do is place your order with the quantity required and a deposit.

Place Your Order

Visit us in store, or email us to place your order. Be sure to allocate enough time for this process. You can either email or bring in your Invitation Stationery wording.  We have many different options for wording available for you to look at before deciding on your own wording.

Proof the design

On receipt of your wording and deposit payment your order will begin. You will receive a proof via email within 3 working days. Please check the digital proof carefully.  We recommend viewing a printed proof of the design in-store, once the digital proof has been approved. We can always post this to you if more convenient.

Print & Collect!

Printing will only commence once you have approved your final proof. We will let you know once your order is ready for collection.  If necessary, we will Express post your Invitation Stationery via Australia Post. The whole process from the date you place your order with quantity, wording and deposit is 14 to 21 working days.  Depending on your order and design, we do offer an Express Service which includes 7 to 14 working days.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]

Event Invitations

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_tta_accordion style=”la-2″ active_section=”0″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”What is the Process for an Event Invitation?” tab_id=”1548909202111-2a0f1cb2-b47b7814-013e”][vc_column_text]Simply choose your design place an order with your required quantity. On placement of your order, we require your wording, this can be done via email at northperth@starfishlane.com.au. We will email a digital proof to you within 1 working day.

Please note that due to the quick turnaround time only 1 change to the wording can be made. The turnaround time is 3 working days.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is the “Event Invitations“ range?” tab_id=”1548909202160-20ef6afa-14147814-013e”][vc_column_text]Designed for those who have left their Invitation’s to the last minute, with 3 working day turnaround time! To be able to deliver on our word, no changes can be made… The design you see is what you get, we only change the wording.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]

DIY Invitations

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_hidden-sm vc_hidden-xs”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_tta_accordion style=”la-2″ active_section=”0″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Can I make my own wedding invitations?” tab_id=”1583550547267-9ac7fd98-f1b6″][vc_column_text]This option is for our clients who love to DIY!   We stock the biggest range of stunning quality paper, card and envelopes in Perth. We know our papers and can recommend what we know will work.

To Make your Own Invitations you will need to be computer savvy with setting up your wording. We recommend doing this on Publisher or Word. A good quality home printer for you to print your Invitation Stationery.   Alternatively, you can do the setup of your wording on Word/Publisher and email the PDF for us to do the printing.  We also sell and hire paper trimmers.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Do you sell the paper and envelopes for me to Make My Own Invitation Stationery?” tab_id=”1548920515104-2443071c-c4b87814-013e”][vc_column_text]Yes, we do.  We stock a fantastic range of paper, envelopes and embellishments as well as offering hundreds of design ideas.

Our experienced Design Consultants will help you with a design, measurements and cutting instructions.  We will help you work out how much paper and related products you’ll need, in the most economical way.

You will need access to a printer and confidence with setting up the design on your software at home. In addition, skills to cut and assemble your own stationery.

We always recommend the use of a good quality paper-trimmer to trim your paper to size rather than scissors! For your convenience, we also sell or hire trimmers in store. We can easily advise you of the best option for your needs.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][la_divider height=”xlg:75px;lg:75px;md:20px;sm:20px;xs:10px;mb:10px;”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1545126696409{margin-top: 90px !important;padding-bottom: 110px !important;background-image: url(https://www.starfishlane.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/About-Starfish-Lane.jpg?id=416407) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” el_class=”overflow-visible”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-2 vc_col-lg-4 vc_col-md-offset-1 vc_col-md-5″ css=”.vc_custom_1545126445820{margin-top: -90px !important;padding-top: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 40px !important;background-color: #dfdbd2 !important;}”][vc_column_text el_class=”font-size-30 three-font-family font-style-normal text-color-white line-height-40″]“At Starfish Lane, we will help you to create the perfect stationery package! Tailor-made to your particular special occasion and to your individual requirements.”[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” align=”align_left” border_width=”3″ el_width=”20″ accent_color=”#333333″][/vc_column][/vc_row]