Design to Delivery: A Wedding Stationer’s Guide for Graphic Designers & Planners

If you’re a designer or wedding planner, you know the stakes are high when it comes to wedding collateral. The couple has a vision, and it’s up to you to make it come alive—flawlessly. That’s where we come in.

At Swift Printing, we’re proud to be a trusted partner for creatives across Michigan and beyond. We specialize in high-end wedding print production, from letterpress to digital printing, offering services tailored to your workflow. Here’s everything you need to know to streamline your next project with us.

Bring Your Files, We’ll Handle the Rest

We welcome designer-supplied files with open arms. Whether you're working in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or Canva Pro, our prepress experts are here to help make your files print-ready.

Quick Tips:

  • Use CMYK for digital and specify Pantone for letterpress

  • Keep text in vector format when possible

  • Build in bleed and safe zones

  • Outline fonts or send files with fonts embedded

We’ll provide digital proofs (and physical samples when requested) to ensure your colors, paper, and layout are perfect before hitting the press.

Digital vs. Letterpress: Know Your Medium

Some clients come in wanting letterpress because it feels elevated, but certain designs translate better to digital. Use digital for:

  • Full-color illustrations

  • Gradient or photo-based elements

  • Quick turnarounds or short runs

Use letterpress for:

  • Minimalist typography

  • One or two-color designs

  • Projects where texture and tactile experience are key

We’re happy to help you determine which method best suits the project—and budget.

Coordination Across the Suite

We don’t just print invites—we print full suites. That includes:

  • Save the dates

  • RSVP cards

  • Detail inserts

  • Ceremony programs

  • Menus

  • Thank you cards

  • Place holder cards

  • Large format signage: wayfinding, seating chart, welcome signs

We also offer custom envelope printing and belly bands. If you want to add luxe details like edge painting or foil, we’ve got the tools and the team.

Stress-Free Mailing

Our full-service mailing option is especially popular with planners. We print the envelopes, stuff them, apply postage, and hand-deliver to the post office. This isn’t just a time-saver—it’s a reputation-saver.

Your clients get their materials on time, beautifully prepared, with zero hassle on your end.

A True Print Partner

We believe in clear communication, swift turnarounds, and a shared goal: delighting the client. If you need a quote, a paper suggestion, or a last-minute reprint, we’re here to make you look good.

Working with Swift means:

  • Responsive customer service

  • Decades of combined print experience

  • A collaborative, respectful process

Let’s Build Something Beautiful

We love working with passionate creatives who care deeply about the details. Bring us your best ideas—and we’ll bring them to life with the care and precision they deserve.

Jessica Gutowski-Slaydon

Jessica Gutowski-Slaydon is the president and a third-generation leader of Swift Printing, a commercial printing company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She works alongside her brother, Walt, helping West Michigan businesses, nonprofits, municipalities, and organizations communicate through high-quality print, direct mail, signage, and custom marketing materials. Jessica is passionate about making printing approachable and helping customers choose the right solution for each project.

Learn more about Jessica Gutowski-Slaydon and her printing experience.

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