Weddings

  • Christmas & New Year Shutdown Dates

    As we head towards the end of the year, we are also heading into ‘wedding season’. That means the orders ramp up, and the couriers are busier too.

    Be My Guest Design is closed for the holidays from 20 December 2024. We reopen on 9 January 2025.

    Cut off Dates

    We set cut-off dates to keep production running smoothly and to ensure our gorgeous clients get what they need in plenty of time.

    The cut-off days are when your design must be signed off and approved for printing by, not when you place your order. So you need to be ordering in advance of these dates.

    If your wedding is in early/mid January, you will need to order in early December as there will not be enough time for your order to be designed and printed.

    Deadline for canvas prints

    Orders printed onto canvas must be signed off as ready to print by 12 December.

    Deadline for foam board & poster prints

    Orders must be signed off as ready to print by 17 December.

    Deadline for all other custom printed items

    Save the Dates, Wedding Invitations, Guest Books, Place Cards etc must be signed off and approved for printing by 18 December to be done in 2024. This gives us time to produce, package and get on the courier.

    We will continue to print and package items up until our last day for 2024 (20 December). This does not allow for any delivery time, so if it’s needed for Christmas, we only recommend leaving it this late if you are able to collect.

    Orders for Extra Bits

    Envelopes, accessories and other ready to ship items in stock will be shipping daily up until 20 December. It’s the courier’s busiest time of year so please be mindful there may be shipping delays that can occur (over and above the festive rush).

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  • How to Apply Custom Wine Labels

    Custom wine labels are a fantastic way to personalise gifts for any occasion, whether it’s a wedding, holiday, birthday, or housewarming. Here’s everything you need to know about creating, removing, and applying custom wine labels, ensuring your bottle looks perfect for the big reveal.

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  • Wedding Gift Wording

    It’s always humbling to have your friends and family shower you with gifts, and your wedding is one of those special occasions that people go all out for. There’s plenty of horror stories of tacky vases and multiple toasters circulating, so couples like to get ahead of any questions and suggest what sort of gifts they would like to receive.

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  • The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Seating Planning

    Planning a wedding involves many details, but one of the most intricate tasks is figuring out the seating arrangements. It’s not just about placing names on a chart; it’s about ensuring harmony, managing relationships, and creating an inviting atmosphere for all your guests while they enjoy their evening meal and listening to the speeches. Here’s your comprehensive guide to mastering the art of wedding seating planning with Be My Guest Design.

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  • Your Essential Wedding Stationery Timeline & Checklists

    Planning wedding stationery can be overwhelming, but with a well-organised timeline, you can ensure everything runs smoothly. This wedding invitation timeline has been developed to help New Zealand couples identify the important milestones to meet when planning, ordering and sending wedding stationery and invitations.

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