Business Details
29 Years
experience
Expert Wedding Calligraphy Services in Wilmette, IL
Calligraphy by Katherine has been dedicated to the art of hand-lettered elegance since 1997. With over 25 years of experience, we specialize in transforming weddings and events into timeless celebrations through meticulous calligraphy and watercolor artistry. Our founder, Katherine Glattard, combines her architectural design background with a passion for detail to create bespoke envelopes, placecards, certificates, and custom artwork.Recognized as The Knot's Best of Weddings Hall of Fame honoree since 2018, we serve Chicago's North Shore and surrounding areas. Our process prioritizes precision, from matching invitation fonts to ensuring flawless address etiquette. We maintain transparency through upfront pricing, prompt communication, and a commitment to preserving traditional craftsmanship in every project.
Services
Wedding Calligraphy
Envelope Addressing
Placecards
Custom Certificates
Watercolor Art
Personalized Notecards
Engraving
Chalkboards/Mirrors
Gift Tags
Framed Quotes
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have 25 years of experience in hand-lettered wedding calligraphy
- Our team combines architectural design expertise with traditional calligraphy techniques
- Award-winning service featured in The Knot's Best of Weddings Hall of Fame
- Precision matching of invitation fonts and ink colors for cohesive wedding themes
- Prompt communication with guaranteed 24-hour response times for client inquiries
What people say
Perfectly matched invitation fonts
Meticulous address verification
Prompt communication
Award-winning artistry
Superior customization options
Services
Wedding Calligraphy
Transform wedding stationery into art with hand-lettered envelopes, placecards, and signage. Our precision matching of fonts and ink colors ensures cohesive wedding themes. With 25 years of experience in luxury weddings, we handle projects from $3.00 envelope addressing to custom mirror calligraphy for ceremonies. Clients receive expert guidance through six planning steps from invitation design to final delivery.
Watercolor Art
Create personalized keepsakes with hand-painted floral notecards and framed watercolor pieces. Our original artwork combines brushwork with calligraphic quotes for unique gifts and decorations. Available in multiple formats including 4-card sets ($14.95), greeting cards ($6.95$9.95), and framed pieces ($15$55). Perfect for weddings, holidays, and special occasions with customization options for names and messages.
Personalized Stationery
Design sophisticated correspondence tools with hand-lettered notecards and certificates. Our stationery sets ($13.95$25) feature calligraphic motifs like 'Live Laugh Love' or personalized baby announcements. Each piece combines traditional lettering with practical design for everyday use. Certificate projects include official documents and commemorative pieces with matching envelope styling available.
Framed Artwork
Elevate home decor with original framed pieces featuring calligraphy and watercolor combinations. Options range from $15 quote prints to $55 floral compositions. Each artwork includes hand-lettered text surrounding painted elements, with customizable sizes and quotes available. Ideal for weddings, office spaces, or personalized gifts that merge literary elegance with visual artistry.
Gift Services
Create memorable presents with hand-lettered ornaments, gift tags, and Santa letters. Seasonal offerings ($6.75$39.95) include holiday tags, Christmas cards, and personalized wooden tags. Our gift services combine traditional techniques with modern personalization, allowing custom messages across multiple mediums. Perfect for corporate gifts, family traditions, and special occasion keepsakes.
People
Katherine Glattard
Owner
Katherine founded the business after discovering calligraphy through her architectural career. With 25 years of experience serving luxury clients like Burberry and Dior, she's been recognized in Better Magazine's Best of 2018-2023 and The Knot's Hall of Fame since 2018. Her work combines technical precision with artistic flair.
Questions
What wedding calligraphy services do you offer?
We provide envelope addressing, placecards, wedding signage, certificates, and custom artwork. Prices range from $1.50 for placecards to $4.75 for detailed envelopes.
How far in advance should we book services?
Schedule at least 3 months before your wedding. Envelope orders take 1 week for 100 pieces, with placecards needing 2 weeks.
Can you match our invitation designs?
Yes, we match fonts and ink colors precisely. Provide your invitation sample and we'll ensure perfect coordination.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Venmo, Zelle, Chase Quick Pay, and local cash payments for pickup orders.
Do you serve areas outside Wilmette?
Yes, we serve Chicago's North Shore suburbs and surrounding regions.
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Reviews (3)
Pamela P.
May 17, 2022
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Katherine's work is beyond amazing, such beautiful detail; I'm so very pleased with her work. I'll definitely be contacting her again for future calligraphy needs, couldn't be happier!
Jonathan Gordon
Mar 27, 2020
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Not only is Katherine a delightful person, she is also a very skilled and talented calligrapher and artist. Our invitations were done promptly, accurately and, most importantly, beautifully. Her watercolor cards are exquisite too. Very highly recommended!
Jazmin Ruiz
Nov 05, 2019
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Amazing work! I asked Katherine to write on a certificate of marriage as a wedding gift. She did such a beautiful job! She was kind enough to do everything through mail and I had my certificate back that same week. I would 100% reccomended her and use her services again in the future.
