Wedding Invitation Blog

South Towne Bridal Show

2012-01-26T18:03:00.017-07:00

It's time for the last big bridal show of the season! Come see Jaffa Printing & Jaffa Photography in booths 318 & 319. You'll be able to meet Dave from Jaffa Photography and see his work. What could be better than being able to interact with your future photographer & talk to him about your wedding.

See the latest trends in wedding stationery & pick up COUPONS for your invitations. We will have everything from brides on a budget invitations to beautiful pocket styles. A wedding show is the perfect place to come & see & touch them in person. You are sure to fall in love with the perfect invitation!

See you at the show!

Do You Have Weekend Plans?

2012-01-20T14:33:00.003-07:00

This weekend is Salt Lake's Premier Bridal Show at the Joseph Smith Building. There are two things that I love about this show. The first is that it is a very classy show! It is decorated beautiful beyond beautiful. The second is the food, very fancy food and YES, as a registered bride you even get to try it!

PLUS, they will have lots of DIY ideas for your wedding. You won't want to miss it. It's Saturday, January 21st from 10 am until 4 pm at the Joseph Smith Building. Don't forget to stop by our booth and pick up your wedding invitation coupons.
See you at the show!

Feelin' the LOVE

2012-01-10T11:47:00.006-07:00

WE were certainly feelin' the love last weekend. We LOVED meeting you at the wedding show and talking with you about your ideas for wedding invitations. At Jaffa Printing, that's what we're known for, A custom look without a custom price! We can't wait to work with you on your wedding invitations!

If you missed it, there are two more shows to choose from:
January 21st
Hours: Saturday from 10 until 4
Joseph Smith Memorial Building

January 27th and 28th
Hours: Friday from 4 until 8 and Saturday from 11 to 6
South Towne Expo Center

No time for a show? No problem, you can visit our website anytime with a mug of hot chocolate and your coziest jammies.
Happy Wedding Planning!

SAVE THE DATE for a huge Bridal Show!

2011-12-29T16:56:00.003-07:00

We've been doing shows for many, many years.

This one is the biggest and the BEST!

If you have a wedding on the horizon, you won't want to miss it!

For more information about the show click HERE. See you then!

Happy Wedding Planning,

Holiday Greetings from all of us!

2011-12-20T15:37:00.000-07:00

Christmas Card Fun!

2011-12-09T11:58:00.004-07:00

A FUN PHOTO can make all the difference in your CHRISTMAS CARD. Check out this photo taken by FotoFly.

FotoFly photographers have really fun creative ideas for photos with Santa. The best part is they have affordable prices and their work is copyright FREE!

We'd love to make a card like this for your family!

Happy Holidays

from Jaffa Printing

Double Sided Photo Christmas Cards

2011-11-29T16:05:00.006-07:00

Tomorrow we welcome the month of December. Are you feeling the SPIRIT of the SEASON yet? Maybe these Christmas Cards will help get you in the mood.

All double sided Christmas Cards are just $1.36 each with a minimum order of 50. They are jumbo size measuring 5.25 x 7.5 printed on premium paper. They mail with standard postage and oh yes, the envelopes are FREE!

It's super easy to order, just pick out a style and e-mail us your photos. We will give you a call with a password so you can view your first proof online.

We know how important Christmas Cards are and we won't print them till you love them! That's the advantage to ordering directly from the printer. You get to work with a designer through online proofing. Wooohoo!

Merry Christmas!

Christmas Cards

2011-11-16T17:27:00.010-07:00

The Holidays are upon us can you believe it?

We have many styles online for just 98 cents each. If you are looking for a more elaborate style like a double sided or folding Christmas Card don't forget to stop by our shop and take a look.

You can change up any of our styles to fit exactly what you'd like or you can create your own, bring it in and we'll print it!

The Holidays may be upon us but there is still plenty of time to order.
Happy Holidays!

The Story of How We Began

2011-11-01T11:08:00.007-06:00

I can’t begin to tell you the story of how Jaffa Printing began without telling you a little about Grandpa Charlie. It's one of my favorite stories about overcoming adversity and never giving up.

Grandpa Charlie had a difficult childhood. He lost his mom when he was only 8 years of age and his dad a year later when he was 9. With both parents deceased he was left to be raised by his step mother who wasn’t very good to him. Even as a child he knew the odds were against him. He had to grow up fast in order to take care of himself.

At a young age he applied to get a job as a paper boy at the local newspaper. It was a crushing blow for him to learn that some other boy got the job, someone bigger, stronger more apt to do the things newspaper boys have to do.

The disappointment of not getting the job set something off inside him that day. It opened his mind to bigger things. He became determined to be more than just a paper boy.

Around the age of 13 he made plans to start his own printing company. A company that in his mind would someday put the newspaper that refused to hire him out of business. He was just a boy when he started his own business, Jaffa Printing Company.

Jaffa Printing had it’s humble beginnings in the garage of his home in the Avenues. Grandpa Charlie started off printing business cards and flyers. Although he never printed any newspapers, the business gradually grew to include all kinds of printing.

Eighty-four years after he first opened the doors of his business you can still hear the sound of the printing presses & smell the thick smell of ink as you walk through the door.

The process has changed with technology but Grandpa Charlie’s legacy lives on as we provide quality printing at affordable prices.

P.S. Several years ago a stone table along with some furniture with drawers full of handset type from our early days was donated to This is the Place Heritage Park and can be viewed ironically enough at the Deseret News Print Shop there.

Tips For Ordering Wedding Invitations

2011-10-28T10:22:00.004-06:00

1- Order early. It is best to order 3 months prior to the date of your wedding. This allows plenty of time during the proofing process to make sure your invitation is exactly what you have envisioned. We will do as many proofs as you need to see until you LOVE your invitations!

2- It is a good idea to order 25 extra invitations. It it a lot less expensive to run off a few more rather than having to pay to have your invitations put back on the press at a later date.

3- If you are rushed for time. Ask for your envelopes early. You can begin addressing them while we are in the process of printing your invitations saving you time in the long run.

4- Let us help you with your wording. Invitations should follow certain rules of social etiquette. We have professionals who have been trained to offer suggestions and guide you in the process of wording your invitations properly.

5- When planning a budget for your invitations be sure to think about postage. Keep in mind that square invitations have to be hand cancelled at the post office and will cost more to mail.

6- Are you a bride on a budget? Be sure to check out our brides on a budget section on our website. We have a large selection of invitations that will work with any budget. If you have something in mind and would like ideas on how to make it more affordable, just ask. We would be happy to make suggestions that will make your dream invitation come to life with any budget.

Happy Wedding Planning!

Jaffa Printing featured on Bride Access

2011-10-27T10:57:00.003-06:00

Have you met Marcie yet? She writes the Bride Access Blog, You May Kiss The Blog. She helps brides in the planning stage navigate through the process of planning their wedding.

She recently visited us at Jaffa Printing and featured us in her post today. You won't want to miss the HELPFUL TIPS for ordering your wedding invitations.

Thanks Marcie we enjoyed working with you!

NEW! Princeton Wedding Invitation

2011-10-21T11:39:00.002-06:00

It's been fun to show you some of the new designs we've been working on. Introducing the NEW Princeton Wedding Invitation...

With this invitation it's all about the details! The Princeton has a beautiful old fashioned look reflecting current styles and trends. It features carefully selected fonts and logos in keeping with the vintage theme and it can of course be fully customized just like all of our invitations at Jaffa Printing.

So let's get down to business. What's the price you ask? I'm tellin you, you're gonna love that too!

Just to give you an idea, 300 invitations will run $199 and that price includes double envelopes! Additional items are priced separately but you will be equally impressed with the price for those. For more information call 801.363.4189.

Happy Wedding Planning!

Wedding Invitation Coupon

2011-09-28T16:20:00.006-06:00

I have something special for you today. Here at Jaffa Printing we are known for our everyday low prices so a coupon like this doesn't come around very often.

The best news is that this coupon is good on any invitation style! That's right, you can use it on anything from budget invitations to beautiful pocket styles. If you are getting married soon don't wait too long to order to you can take advantage of this special offer!

Happy wedding planning,

Something Vintage, Something New!

2011-09-26T10:30:00.018-06:00

Normally we wait until the end of the year to reveal exciting new wedding invitation designs but I just couldn't wait to show you a few.

The NEW Savannah invitation is one of my favorites! A classic timeless design that also happens to have all of the elements of what's HOT right now in wedding invitations.

It features a vintage pattern with beautiful corner design and a lovely wrap to hold the ensemble together. It can be customized in any color of ink and it comes with double envelopes to fit the most formal of occasions, your wedding.

You will find all the details for the NEW Savannah Invitation online HERE. It is already a very affordable invitation but you will also find a money saving option of printing it in one color of ink instead of two.

Happy wedding planning!

Sneak Peak: NEW Vintage Wedding Invitation

2011-08-16T17:22:00.013-06:00

We're having a lot of FUN with vintage invitation styles here at Jaffa. I wanted to give you a sneak peak of a brand new design... It's called the CHARLESTON and it's so new that it's not even on our website yet.

If you like the style you're gonna love the price! Just to give you an idea... the price for 500 invitations is $416 and that includes double envelopes! I told you you'd LOVE it! Now don't tell anyone.

Shhhhh, it's our little secret till it comes out on the website. But if you want to order it early I won't say anything if you don't. Just ask for the CHARLESTON.

Invitation: Destination Mountain Wedding

2011-08-03T17:00:00.005-06:00

Are you planning a destination wedding? What's not to love about this beautiful Mountain Storybook Invitation from Jaffa Printing!

It has everything your guests will ever need for your destination wedding packaged neatly into this elegant bronze shine pocket.

Not planning a mountain wedding? No worries, this invitation can of course be customized for any destination.

The toughest part will be deciding where to go!

Classy Vintage Wedding Invitation

2011-07-21T15:08:00.001-06:00

Vintage designs are all the rage in wedding invitations. This particular bride knew exactly what she wanted when she asked for a classy vintage design without a photo.

She fell in love with the Trellis Sleeve Invitation which she ordered on cream paper in shiny black raised print. It turned out beautifully!

I love how she went with a simple monogram on the wrap. The letter M worked for both the bride and groom's first names and their last name as well so it was perfect!

For further details and pricing information on the Trellis Sleeve Invitation. Click here.

Happy Wedding Planning!

Royal Wedding Inspiration

2011-04-28T17:40:00.001-06:00

It is a very exciting time as the royal wedding for Prince William & Kate Middleton takes place tomorrow. Wouldn't it be fun to incorporate a little bit of the excitement into your own wedding?

This is our grand tiffany size invitation with a horizontal layout just like William & Kate's. It has the same sophisticated font as the royal invite & can be printed in gold & black raised lettering. The gold raised border adds an elegant touch and is stunning as it shimmers in the light.

The top is adorned with your personal monogram, it's not quite the same as the Queen's insignia but just as elegant as you run your hand across it to feel the beautiful gold raised lettering.

We will be watching the royal wedding as it takes place tomorrow, hope you will be too!

Happy Wedding Planning!

Vintage Photo Wedding Invitation with a Modern Twist

2011-03-21T11:45:00.005-06:00

Something old, something new, something borrowed something blue. That's what I think of whenever I look at the new Amore Invitation from Jaffa Printing. It has a vintage feel with a sleek modern look.

What's not to LOVE about the new Amore invitation? It's perfect for the modern bride with an old-fashioned heart!

Get all the details & pricing information HERE.

The Royal Wedding Invitation: Prince William & Kate Middleton

2011-03-18T11:37:00.001-06:00

Have you seen it yet? The invitation for the royal wedding is simple but beautiful. It is a thick white card quite large in size measuring 8 inches wide by 6 inches tall. At the top you will find the Queens insignia, die stamped in gold & then varnished.

All 1,800 invitations were sent through the royal mail & each was adorned with a stamp of the Queen's profile. It was the wording however, that intrigued me the most.

The Lord Chamberlain is commanded by

The Queen to invite

_____________________________

to the Marriage of

His Royal Highness Prince William of Wales, K.G.

with

Miss Catherine Middleton

at Westminster Abbey

on Friday, 29th April, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.

Can you imagine being a guest that the queen has commanded the Lord Chamberlain to invite? Enchanting isn't it? I was also intrigued by the K.G. behind Prince William's name. It stands for his Knighthood.

At the bottom there is a specific request for a dress code of "uniform, morning coat or lounge suit." So what would you wear if you were on the guest list? I don't even know what a morning coat or a lounge suit is.

St. Patty's Day Inspiration

2011-03-16T12:18:00.007-06:00

Are you lucky in love? Celebrate it with this beautiful version of the Royal Contour Invitation in honor of St. Patty's Day.

What's different about this version of the Royal Contour is that it features a matching wrap and fabulous pattern!

Of course this invitation can be fully customized in a variety of patterns and it's available in any color of the rainbow. Lucky you!

Happy St. Patty's Day!
from Jaffa Printing

2011 Color Trend in Wedding Invitations

2011-03-07T14:34:00.003-07:00

The Tiffany Layla & the Jumbo Rose invitations are of course available in any color combination but they were especially popular at the big wedding shows this year in the colors of charcoal & yellow.

Don't forget to check out the amazing prices! View the Tiffany Layla Invitation HERE & the Jumbo Rose Invitation HERE. Double envelopes are FREE!

Happy Wedding Planning!

NEW! Pocket Wedding Invitations

2011-02-22T17:41:00.010-07:00

If you are looking for an affordable pocket invitation than you won't want to miss Jaffa Printing's brand NEW Sleeve Invitation Styles!

Introducing

The Flourish Sleeve Invitation & Enclosures:

The Foilage Sleeve Invitation & Enclosures:

The Pennington Sleeve Invitation & Enclosures:

& the Trellis Sleeve Invitation & Enclosures:

A few of these styles are so NEW they aren't even on our website yet so call 801.363.4189 or e-mail us for pricing information. Of course these invitations can be fully customized in any ink color. Double envelopes are FREE!

View additional sleeve invitation styles here.
Happy Wedding Planning!

Facebook Freebies!!!

2011-02-16T08:19:00.004-07:00

To link to us on Facebook click here.

Happy Valentine's Day

2011-02-14T13:50:00.000-07:00

Here is the final design we created for our recent Facebook winner, Mandi. Stay tuned for more giveaways and Happy Valentine's Day!

Pocket Invitation

2011-02-09T10:53:00.005-07:00

Celebrate your happily ever after with the ultimate in pocket invitations. Introducing the NEW Storybook Invitation from Jaffa Printing.

The Storybook Invitation can be fully customized in many colors & patterns at NO extra charge. Double envelopes are FREE!

For further details & pricing information click here.

We have a winner!

2011-02-08T11:17:00.004-07:00

To like us on FACEBOOK click HERE

Valentine's Giveaway on Facebook!!!

2011-02-04T14:47:00.003-07:00

WIN 25 FREE PHOTO CARDS and envelopes! To enter just LIKE Jaffa Printing's Facebook page and post this contest on your wall. Then leave us a comment on our facebook wall saying you shared the contest. One entry per person, a random winner will be selected and announced early next week.Have a great weekend!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jaffa-Printing/148937935131292

Photo Invitations: Sweethearts Deal

2011-02-02T12:33:00.001-07:00

Font Love

2011-02-02T10:58:00.000-07:00

We just added this beauty to our collection and we can't wait to have some fun with it!

South Towne Wedding Festival

2011-01-26T15:16:00.001-07:00

Wedding Show

2011-01-20T16:20:00.016-07:00

New! Garden Pocket Suite

2010-12-29T19:21:00.001-07:00

It's All In The Family

2010-10-13T12:09:00.006-06:00

In 1927 Grandpa Charlie started up a printing business. I never get tired of hearing stories about my grandpa, especially because I was so young when he died. I only have one memory of seeing him in his house, leaning against the fireplace. Who knows, it has been so long, maybe it's just a picture that I saw once that made an impression - but I'm hoping it's my memory.

KSL Radio recently called us up for an interview about the print shop. This is what aired on the radio last week.

This is Chris Redgrave for Zions Bank Speaking on Business.

I've made some interesting observations as I've met business owners for this program. One of those observations involves garages. However, while many of those structures shelter our vehicles and tools, others have housed the beginnings of very successful businesses.

Take Jaffa Printing for example. This Salt Lake City-based company that started in Charlie Jaffa'sgarage in 1927 has successfully made it into the second generation of family ownership, with Charlie's son Bob. They're quickly involving the third generation, with all six of Bob's adult kids now involved.

Interestingly enough, family-based companies like Jaffa are a major contributor to our U.S. economy. They're now responsible for 60 percent of the nation's employment and 78 percent of the new jobs created.

The best part of this story is that Charlie started his business without any printing experience. He needed a way to support his family and was interested in printing. . . so he started creating business cards and flyers for other companies in his Avenues neighborhood. It didn't take long for him to outgrow his garage and move to a bigger space. He put his company on hold for a number of years while he fought in World War II. This did not stop Charlie from coming home and continuing to grow his business.

Today, Jaffa Printing has found its niche in providing beautiful wedding invitations. Bob, the current company president, said they also do four-color printing for everything from brochures and booklets to product sheets and mailers. In the last few years, the company has acquired digital process that have has kept them up to date with current trends in technology. A growing number of orders come over the Internet. This is a far cry from Bob's start as a small child when he helped his dad handset each letter.

So, what's been Jaffa Printing's secret for success over the years? Bob says it's their love for the work they do and ability to go the extra mile for clients. They've also avoided any major debt while developing a strong and loyal customer base.

For Zions Bank, I'm Chris Redgrave, speaking on business.

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Teagan's Wedding Invitation

2010-10-11T11:25:00.007-06:00

Remember this photo shoot with cute bride Teagan?
Want to see what we did with her engagement photos? Here is her wedding invitation...

The invitation is bursting with personality with a large landscape photo & a beautiful name monogram on the front. It pulls open from there to reveal five additional photos.

Teagan did a great job choosing coordinating fonts & a deep rich color for her invitation. It has the look & feel of a very expensive announcement.

The neat thing about this design is that because it all prints on one side of the paper, it is surprisingly affordable! If you'd like to have an invitation like this one, you can find all the details here.
Happy Wedding Planning!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Baby Shower Invites

2010-09-28T15:14:00.012-06:00

Throwing a baby shower?
The fun ALWAYS begins with a cute invitation!

Have some baby shower invitations designed for you!

Prices on a 5x7 card like this one are as follows:
20 $1.75 each
30 $1.59 each
40 $1.49 each
50+ $ .98 each
Don't forget, the envelopes are always FREE!

Happy Planning,
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Aspen Leaf Wedding Invitation

2010-09-15T16:19:00.013-06:00

If you are into pocket invitations wouldn't it be perfect to celebrate your love and usher in the changing season with this elegant invitation for Fall? It's called the Aspen Sleeve invitation by Jaffa Printing.

This beautiful wrap adds the finishing touch, customized with the names of the bride and groom, the wedding date or a monogram.

If it was love at first sight for you, like it was for me, then you'll want to be sure to check out the price online here.

Not getting married in the Fall? No worries this style comes in many alluring colors and patterns.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Engagement Photo Session: Interview with the Bride

2010-08-30T12:06:00.013-06:00

I recently interviewed cute bride Teagan about her engagement session with Dave from Jaffa Photography.

How did you pick your photographer?
My sister and brother had Dave do their weddings and I loved how their pictures turned out!

How did you pick the location for your photo shoot?
I wanted to go somewhere that was unique and so I asked Dave what places he has liked in the past. He gave me a list of some places and I decided from there!

You guys look adorable! How did you decide what to wear?
Ohhh thank you!! We picked Rick's shirt first and then I went and picked a couple of shirts that would match it! We should have done it the other way around, boys shirts are a lot easier to find than girls!

Which do you prefer? Candid shots or posed?
Honestly I like both, but I did like it when Dave (the photographer) posed us and took a couple of shots and then told us to look at each other and of course when Dave says “Rick kiss her” that’s my favorite!

Did you come up with any of your own poses or did you let the photographer do all of that?
Rick & I had some ideas and Dave was more then happy to do them for us!

Were you nervous at all during the shoot?
No way! Dave makes it so comfortable and so fun!

What did you like about your photographer?
He was very personable. He gets to know everyone in the family and anyone helping out with the wedding not just the bride and groom. He is very fun and up beat all the time! Even if we have seen each other 2 days out of 3 he still is just happy to be there joking around and having fun!

What were your hopes? Did the photos meet your expectations?
I wanted good pictures just like everyone does, but I got AMAZING pictures!! Yes they did!

Which photo is your favorite and why?
I have so many favorites, it’s hard to just think of one. There is one where we are holding hands and looking at each other, it just amazes me that he can capture the love and sparkle in our eyes. All the pictures by the sunset are my favorite as well!

Do you and your groom agree on your favorite photos? If not, what is his favorite and why?
We agree on most of them, but his favorite is the one where we are sitting on the ground and were pullin our serious faces. He says it shows off our eyes and characteristics!

If you had to do it all over again is there anything you would do differently?
Not a chance! I loved every minute of it and can't wait for the wedding now!

Many thanks to Teagan for sharing her amazing photos with us!

If you'd like to book your wedding with Dave at Jaffa Photography you can find his contact information here.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Vintage Wedding Invitation

2010-08-24T12:56:00.037-06:00

If Vintage is the style of your wedding, you won't want to miss this invitation that Jaffa Printing put together for bride Vanessa. It is the perfect combination of old fashioned class.

The fun is in the details...
the beautiful design behind their names~

the way the date pops on the matching enclosures~

and the lovely motif in the bottom corner.

I love, Love, LOVE the way it turned out!

At Jaffa Printing you will receive as many proofs as you need to see until you are thrilled with your invitations! We would love to create one for you!

Happy Wedding Planning!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Fall Favorite

2010-08-23T15:45:00.014-06:00

Can you feel it in the air?
It's that time of year again when the air is crisp and the leaves turn magical colors. This is one of my all time favorite invitations for fall! If you love multi-photo invitations bursting with personality, you are gonna love it too! It is called the Brittany Invitation from Jaffa Printing.

I saved the best news for last...It has a brand new LOW PRICE! Isn't it fun when technology allows us to do incredibly beautiful invitations for such an amazing price! View it online here.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Save Money on the Postage of Wedding Invitations

2010-06-10T11:29:00.016-06:00

Looking for ways to save money on the postage of your wedding invitations?

There are 3 things to pay attention to when choosing an invitation that will help you save money on postage in the long run.

- The 1st is the shape of the invitation. Anything that is in the shape of a perfect square whether it’s a large 7 inch square or the smaller 5.5 inch square will cost more to mail.

The reason for this is that the square shape isn't compatible with the post office machines & has to be hand-cancelled which in turn will cost 20 cents more to mail than a standard invitation. So instead of 44 cents to mail, you will be paying 64 cents to mail a square design.

- The 2nd thing that you need to pay attention to is the weight of the invitation. A 44 cent stamp will cover anything up to an ounce. If the invitation, envelopes & enclosures, together, weigh over an ounce it will run an additional 17 cents per additional ounce more to mail.

- The 3rd way you can save money on postage is on the RSVP. If you choose to have your guests respond by phone number or e-mail rather than doing a mail back RSVP with an envelope, then you don’t have to pay postage on the envelopes that your guests would normally mail back to you & at 44 cents each... the savings will add up fast!

If including a mail back RSVP is still important to you, consider ordering a postcard style which is less expensive at only 28 cents each to mail.

Happy wedding planning!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Wildflower Wedding Invitation

2010-04-08T10:30:00.002-06:00

Are you planning an outdoor wedding? That's what I picture when I see this Wildflower Tea Length Invitation from Jaffa Printing. It's perfect for an outdoor venue, don't you think?

Of course this invitation is available in any color of ink and can be changed up how ever you'd like. That's what we're known for at Jaffa, a custom look without the custom price. Speaking of price, you're going to love that too! View it online, here.

by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Modern Sophistocated Wedding Invitation

2010-04-07T10:30:00.005-06:00

I love this invitation for it's modern yet sophisticated elegance. If this describes your style than you might consider the Rebecca Invitation from Jaffa Printing.

It is fully customizable & comes in any color of ink. The Rebecca Invitation is not available online just yet but if you'd like to order it, all you have to do is mention that you saw it on our blog and we'd be happy to help you place an order.
Happy wedding planning!

by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Summer Wedding Invitation

2010-04-06T14:29:00.009-06:00

Are you planning a summer wedding? Nothing says summer like this beautiful Monaco Sleeve wedding invitation from Jaffa Printing.

The sleeve keeps everything organized & the cards & matching wrap are available in many alluring colors & patterns. View the price online here.
by Christy
Jaffa Printing

Boutique Style Wedding Show

2010-03-18T15:53:00.013-06:00

Come see us at a boutique style wedding show this weekend at the Gateway!

SATURDAY, MARCH 20th
10 am - 4 pm
in the Gateway Grand Hall
South Temple and 400 West
FREE SHOW

Don't miss the Haute Couture Fashion Shows at noon & 2 pm
Click here for all the details!

Watch for us on TV this weekend!

2010-03-11T16:33:00.008-07:00

See what it's like to order invitations from the wedding specialists at Jaffa Printing!

We will be on television this weekend March 13th & 14th at the following times:
- on the CW after Saturday Night Live, at 11:30 p.m. on BrideAccess
- Sunday on BrideAccess, channel 4 at 9:30 a.m.
- Sunday on Comcast On Demand, local programming, BrideAccess

Inspiration Board: Chocolate Cream & Sage

2010-02-18T15:44:00.008-07:00

Do the colors of nature inspire you? Then why not take a hint from mother nature when it comes to planning your wedding. I love the simple elegance of the natural colors used on this inspiration board. Stunning!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Credits:
Invitation: Lace Tea Length by Jaffa Printing
Location: Joseph Smith Building
Flowers: Scenemakers

Inspiration Board: Strawberry Mist

2010-02-15T16:04:00.005-07:00

How does a nice cool summer wedding sound? If it sounds appealing to you then Strawberry Mist might be the color palette for your wedding. The parlor is one of the most elegant rooms in the Lion House. It is perfect for an intimate wedding dinner. The Flourish Invitation from Jaffa Printing goes with the vintage theme & looks especially stunning in the strawberry mist color scheme.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Credits:
Invitation: Flourish Invitation by Jaffa Printing
Location: Lion House Parlor
Flowers: Scenemakers

Urban Beach Photo Shoot

2010-02-09T15:13:00.001-07:00

Really? You can do urban on a beach in Utah? It doesn't seem like any of these words should go together does it? But Dave at Jaffa Photography can make anything happen.

This is the Meisha invitation from Jaffa Printing. It is the perfect way to show off those photos & introduce the theme of your wedding. And the best part of all? It's on sale now through the end of March!

by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Polka-dot Inspiration Board

2010-02-03T11:58:00.005-07:00

Ooooo, can't you just feel summer coming when you look at this inspiration board? The polka-dots are fun & the colors are just delicious!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Invitations: Jaffa Printing
Cake: Granite Bridal
Flowers: Scenemakers

Last Wedding Show of the Season

2010-01-26T16:36:00.020-07:00

It's been so much fun to visit with you all at the fantastic bridal shows this season. In case you missed us we have one last show. We will be at the Wedding Festival at the South Towne Expo Center this weekend. Don't forget to come by our booth & pick up your wedding invitation coupons. Our designers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about invitations from Jaffa Printing. As an added bonus Dave from Jaffa Photography will be at the show. This is the only show he does all year so don't wait to book your date!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Wedding Festival
Friday, January 29th | 3pm - 8pm
Saturday, January 30th | 11am - 7pm
South Towne Expo Center

Ultimate Utah Wedding Inspiration Board for Nick & Whitnee

2010-01-15T16:39:00.016-07:00

The winners of the Ultimate Utah Wedding
have been announced!

Wedding Invitation: Jackson Invitation by Jaffa Printing
Photography: by Zuma Photo
Dress: Ambrosia by Maggie Sottero
Tuxedo: Infinity by Jim's Formal Wear
Cake: Uneven Layers by Ambrosia Exquisite Wedding Cakes
Decorations & Flowers: Modern by Diamond Rental & Scenemakers
Transportation: Rolls Royce by Something Vintage Something Blue
Accommodations: The Palace Suite by Anniversary Inn

Special thanks to the University of Utah, Bride Access, abc 4's Good Things Utah
& Bridal Showcase for sponsoring this event!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

The Winning Invitation for the Ultimate Utah Wedding

2010-01-11T11:30:00.007-07:00

The television audience voted! The winning invitation that Nick & Whitnee will use for their Ultimate Utah Wedding is invitation #4, the Jackson Invitation from Jaffa Printing.

The Jackson Invitation is a beautiful contemporary invitation that features 7 candid photos of Nick & Whitnee. The prominent colors are red & black & white which are the couple's wedding colors. It has a fun tab on the right with their wedding date & the invitation pulls open from there to reveal 4 additional photos overlayed on the background photo of the stadium where Nick played football.

The television audience from abc 4's Good Things Utah did a wonderful job picking an invitation that represents the couple & incorporates their theme of the Ultimate Utah Wedding. Whitnee hand selected all of the photos for this invitation and it was her favorite from the very beginning. Congratulations Nick & Whitnee! We sure enjoyed working with you & wish you the best on your Wedding Day!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Invitation by Jaffa Printing
Photography credit: Zuma Photo

50% OFF Invitation SALE

2010-01-07T12:33:00.001-07:00

Jumbo Angled Photo Invitation (above)

Elsie Invitation (above)

Sabu Invitation (above)

For a limited time we are offering 1/2 off on our multi photo designer invitations. Free envelopes are always included. Custom styling is available at no additional cost.
(Minimum purchase of 100 invitations / offer good thru 5/31/10)

Ordering is so easy, just e-mail us the name of the invitation you are interested in along with your photos & we will post an online proof for you to view before your invitation is printed to ensure your complete satisfaction.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing
christy@jaffaprinting.com

Invitations from Jaffa Printing
Photography credit: Jaffa Photography

A Rockin New Years Card

2009-12-21T15:25:00.000-07:00

This couple choose the Rock Star Z-fold Invitation a fun invitation that totally reflects their rockin personality.

Here is a New Years Card, it has the same feel as their invitation but I used one of the engagement photos that they didn't include on their invitation to make a matching holiday card. How easy is that? They wouldn't even have to have their photos taken again.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Christmas Cards

2009-12-04T15:36:00.000-07:00

It's not too late to order Holiday Cards. We can have them for you in as little as 3 business days. The best part is that you get to see a proof before it prints to make sure you that you love it! View additional styles here. Just e-mail your photo(s) & the item number & we will take care of the rest!
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing
christy@jaffaprinting.com

Top 4 Invitation Picks for the Ultimate Utah Wedding

2009-11-25T11:45:00.001-07:00

On Monday, I was on the morning show
Good Things Utah
to present Jaffa Printing's
final 4 invitation choices for Whitnee & Nick.

This photo shows Whitnee & Nick reviewing the final 4 invitation designs.

Here are the final 4 invitation choices. Now it's up to you to decide which one they will use for their wedding. You can view a video of the show and vote here.

The key to choosing an invitation that you will love, just like Whitnee and Nick, is to pick an invitation that reflects your personality as a couple in the colors, fonts and style you select. Whitnee and Nick really love the outdoors and they knew right away that they wanted a photo invitation. Their wedding colors which they wanted incorporated into their invitation are red, black and white. So all 4 invitations that we designed for them have those things in common but they are completely different styles.

Invitation #1 the Empire Folder features multiple photos and a subtle pattern which is a very popular look right now in invitations. It opens up to a gorgeous outdoor photo of Whitnee & Nick on the left and on the right the delicate pattern is softly screened & repeated behind the wording. Originally this invitation included black and white photos but at the last second Whitnee decided to have them all printed in color. I love the way it turned out!

Invitation #2 is our Jester Sleeve invitation. It is the perfect marriage between organization & elegance. The enclosures fit neatly inside this linen sleeve which is less expensive than a pocket invitation. If every guest isn’t invited to each and every event, there is nothing to worry about. The sleeve comes in different sizes so that guests who aren’t invited to specific events will never know the enclosures are missing. This sleeve invitation is unique because it features a photo on the band that wraps around the sleeve.

Invitation #3 is the Brittany Invitation. This design features lots of personality and lots of photos, seven to be exact. Nick liked how the date is so prevalent as this design unfolds. With the date this large, he knew his friends wouldn’t forget his wedding date. On the inside Whitnee loved how a large landscape photo is used for the background and the wording along with 4 candid photos are placed directly on top.

Invitation #4 is the Jackson invitation. It also has 7 photos but everything prints on one side of the paper which makes it less expensive than the Brittany. It has a fun tab on the right side of the invitation where the names and date can be placed and you just pull it open from there to reveal 5 additional photos. Ute fans are sure to love this one!

I had so much fun working with Whitnee and Nick on their invitations for the Ultimate Utah Wedding. At Jaffa Printing we specialize in a custom invitation without the custom price. We have an invitation for every style and every budget. We loved working with Whitnee & Nick on their invitations & we can’t wait to work with you on your wedding invitations.

Don’t forget to help Whitnee & Nick plan their wedding by voting for your favorite invitation here.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Ultimate Utah Wedding

2009-11-18T16:14:00.005-07:00

Jaffa Printing has been asked to do the wedding invitations for the Ultimate Utah Wedding! This event is sponsored by the University of Utah, abc 4's Good Things Utah and Bride Access. We are so excited to be chosen to design the invitations for this event.

I met with Whitnee & Nick last week and helped them pick out 4 different invitation styles. We are putting the finishing touches on them tonight so they can go to press first thing in the morning. I am so excited to show them to you but I have to wait until their television debut.

I will reveal them this Monday morning (Nov. 23rd) at 10 am on Good Things Utah (channel 4). The viewers will be choosing the final invitation that Whitnee & Nick will use for their wedding. I will be posting the invitations for you to see on Monday after the show! Don't miss your chance to vote!

If you would like to follow along as Whitnee & Nick plan their wedding you can visit their blog. They are such a cute couple, you just can't help but fall in love with them.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing
photography credit: Creative Productions

Custom Holiday Card

2009-11-16T16:13:00.000-07:00

I had to show you this beautiful holiday card that we just completed for a wonderful family who celebrated a wedding this year. Your holiday card is a great place to acknowledge the big moments that happen in your life. Whether it's the birth of a baby or a wedding like this one, your friends & family will cherish these moments with you during the holidays.

If you are looking for a custom holiday card without the custom price come and see us at Jaffa Printing.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Photography credit: Blush Photography

Holiday Cards

2009-11-13T18:30:00.000-07:00

Greeting Cards are here at the fabulous price of only .98 cents each with a minimum order of 25. Envelopes are always included. View additional styles here.

Ordering is so easy just e-mail us your name, phone number, photo(s) & the item # of the card you are interested in & we will take care of the rest! You will be sent an online proof to ensure your satisfaction before they are printed. When your order is complete you can pick them up at our shop or have them shipped to you. HAPPY HOLIDAYS from Jaffa Printing!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Jaffa Printing item #J-V27 (above)*

Jaffa Printing item #J-H14 (above)*

Jaffa Printing item #T-H30 (above)*

Jaffa Printing item #J-H25 (above)*

Jaffa Printing item #T-H31 (above)

Jaffa Printing item #J-H26 (above)*

Jaffa Printing item #J-H27 (above)**

Jaffa Printing item #J-H28 (above)**

Jaffa Printing item #J-H29 (above)**

Jaffa Printing item #J-H30 (above)**

To Order: e-mail linda@jaffaprinting.com or call Linda at 801.363.4189
Photography credits: *Dave at Jaffa Photography, **Tana at Irie Art Photography

Photo Thank You Notes

2009-11-13T18:00:00.000-07:00

I am enchanted by the red accents aren't you? This bride paid attention to every last detail even down to her shoes! What could be more fun then sending out a photo of you in your dress & your groom in his tux as a thank you note for your wedding day.

Although this is my favorite thank you postcard, you can click here to view additional styles from Jaffa Printing. There are some charming black & white designs too. They are so easy to order! Just e-mail us your most cherished wedding photo along with your return address & we will take care of the rest!
Happy wedding planning!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

To Order: e-mail linda@jaffaprinting.com or call 801.363.4189
Photography credit: Blush Photography

Pocket Invitations

2009-11-12T14:14:00.001-07:00

What's not to LOVE about these beautiful pocket invitations from Jaffa Printing. Organized elegance says it all! They are available in many colors and styles. View pricing and other information here.

by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Urban Chic

2009-11-11T12:42:00.000-07:00

What's your style? If these photos are pleasing to the eye, it just might be urban chic. Dave from Jaffa Photography took these photos. Be sure to check his work out at jaffaphotography.com. He has a street style to suit every taste. From traditional to whimsical his style can't be beat!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Menu for Your Wedding Dinner

2009-10-20T16:33:00.000-06:00

Impress your guests with a lovely printed menu at your wedding dinner. It can be tucked elegantly inside a napkin or simply positioned across the plate. Your guests will salivate over what's next on the menu...

Mixed Green Salad
roasted pears with toasted pecans and blue cheese
with raspberry vinaigrette dressing

Pistachio Crusted Halibut
with citrus shallot sauce and wild rice

Mmmmmm, sound good? Your guests will think so too!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

RSVP Card

2009-10-14T16:24:00.000-06:00

Did you know that the most common error brides make on an RSVP is in the first two words? "Please RSVP" sounds right doesn't it? It feels proper to word it that way but it is actually incorrect. RSVP in French means "respond please." So when you write "Please RSVP" you are actually saying "Please respond please," it's just one too many "pleases" for this little card.

Here are some better alternatives:
Kindly respond by
Please respond by
The favor of a reply is requested by
or simply
RSVP by

Did you pick an alternative? Good, I am so proud of you! You have graduated from RSVP school & you are ready to order those RSVP's.
by Christy Jaffa Printing

Top 10 Ways to Save Money on Wedding Invitations

2009-10-06T16:36:00.000-06:00

If you are a money conscious bride on a budget here are some ideas to help you save money on your invitations and keep that cash in your wallet!

1. Avoid invitations that have a perfect square measurement. It doesn't matter if it is the small 5.5 inch square or the larger 7 inch square invitation. A square invitation will always cost more to mail.

2. Order direct from the printer. This one makes perfect sense, if you order direct from the printer, you will get the best price on your invitations because you won't have to pay an additional company (reception centers etc.) for handling your order.

3. Choose a design that prints on one side of the paper instead of both sides. Less time on the press equals more cash in your wallet. Check out these invitations specifically designed for brides on a budget.

4. Try to go with one ink color rather than multiple colors of ink. You can get many shades of the same ink color by asking your designer to screen back the ink on specific parts of your invitation. It's a great way to add dimension while still keeping the cost down.

5. If you are interested in a photo invitation go with black & white photos instead of color photos. Black & white photos are less expensive to reproduce on a printing press and can be just as beautiful. Click here to see the difference in price.

6. Try to finalize your count before your announcements go to press. Remember to double check all mailing lists of the couple and parents to avoid duplication. Consider ordering 25 extra announcements for those last minute additions. It only costs a small amount to run off a few more while they are on the press but it can be costly if you have to have pay to put it back on once your order is complete.

7. Purchase the paper from the printing company. Some brides try to save money by purchasing their own paper & taking it to a printer to have it printed. The important thing to remember is that there is always spoilage on a printing press. When you let the printing company supply the paper which they can get at wholesale prices, then the printing company pays for the cost of spoilage. If you choose to bring in your own paper remember that you will have to bring in extra paper to account for the spoilage & you are not getting the paper at wholesale price like the printing company.

8. Save money on the response cards by having your guests reply by phone or e-mail. The phone number & e-mail address can be included on the bottom of your dinner enclosure.

This great tip can save you money in two ways:
1 - you won't have to purchase an additional enclosure for your guests to fill out
2 - you won't have to purchase any stamps since your guests won't be mailing them back

9. Avoid surprises at the post office by weighing one invitation with all of the inserts and envelopes prior to mailing, so they do not come back in need of extra postage.

10. Consider raised printing as a less expensive alternative to engraved invitations. Thermography or raised printing is done with a heat & powder process which raises the lettering & makes it look shiny adding elegance without the cost of engraving.
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Looking for a Pocket Wedding Invitation?

2009-09-24T16:48:00.000-06:00

If you are looking for a pocket invitation, consider this Wildflower Sleeve Invitation. It is the perfect marriage between organization & elegance. The enclosures fit neatly inside this shiny metallic sleeve which is less expensive than a traditional pocket. The beautiful wrap adds the finishing touch, customized with the names of the bride and groom, the wedding date or a monogram.

If every guest isn't invited to each and every event, no worries! The sleeve comes in different sizes so your guests that aren't invited to specific events will never know the enclosures are missing.

This invitation comes in many alluring styles, patterns & colors. Come in to see our our latest designs!
by Christy, Jaffa Printing

Inspiration Board: {Chocolate & Silversage}

2008-02-25T20:21:00.000-07:00

This inspiration board features our new wildflower gatefold invitation. See details of this invitation here. Other sources include: Sweet Memories Bakery, White Courture, David's Bridal & Soiree Sophisticates.
by Lindsay, Jaffa Printing

STATIONERY MOTIFS

2008-02-21T12:30:00.000-07:00

One surefire way to give your wedding stationery a sophisticated look is to let us custom design a personalized motif with the bride & groom's initials, names and/or wedding date.

Use these designs as motifs on different pieces of your stationery package. They can make a stylish impact, especially on your thank you notes.
by Lindsay, Jaffa Printing

Featured in Utah Bride&Groom Magazine

2008-02-20T17:06:00.001-07:00

Our own graphic designer, Christy was featured in the last issue of Utah Bride&Groom Magazine. The article read: "Couples are raising the bar when it comes to wedding announcements and invitations. 'Brides are looking for unique ideas that will give their guests the first glimpse of what is to come on their wedding day.' says Christy of Jaffa Printing Company in Salt Lake. 'The biggest changes we've noticed in the past 10 years, both nationally and in Utah, are in the shapes and sizes of wedding announcements, the use of multiple photographs, bold colors, lustrous papers and personal motifs.' Today's announcements, she says, are exploding with personality. And she says in the next 10 years wedding stationery will become even more personalized. 'Gone are the days of standard invitations, in are the days of one-of-a-kind invitations adorned with a personal touch.'"
by Lindsay, Jaffa Printing