Business Details
23 Years
experience
Custom Wedding Invitations & Stationery Design in Madison, WI
Since 2003, Sugar River Stationers has been crafting award-winning custom stationery for weddings and special events. Our designs reflect the unique stories of each occasion, combining refined aesthetics with meticulous attention to detail. Our collaborative creative process begins with understanding your event's essence, translating personal narratives into tangible designs that resonate visually and emotionally. We specialize in couture stationery suites, including invitations, announcements, and cards, using premium materials and techniques like letterpress and foil stamping.Our team's national recognition underscores our commitment to innovation and excellence in every project. We pride ourselves on creating stationery that transcends trends, capturing the timeless spirit of your celebration. Our Madison, Wisconsin-based studio serves clients seeking bespoke designs that embody their personal style and event vision. With a focus on quality and creativity, we ensure every piece we produce tells a story as unique as the occasions they represent.
Services
Custom Wedding Invitations
Stationery Suites
Letterpress Printing
Event Announcements
Save the Date Cards
Foiling & Embossing
Envelope Calligraphy
Wedding Day Accessories
Corporate Stationery
Holiday Cards
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- Award-winning designs recognized nationally for innovation and quality
- Collaborative creative process centered on personal storytelling
- Specialized expertise in luxury paper goods and printing techniques
- National reputation for excellence in couture stationery design
- Attention to detail in every custom-designed stationery component
What people say
Award-winning designs
Personalized service
Creative process
Attention to detail
Luxury materials
Services
Custom Wedding Invitations
Our custom wedding invitations combine artistic design with personalized storytelling. Each piece is crafted using premium materials and techniques like letterpress and foil stamping. We collaborate closely with couples to create stationery that reflects their unique love story and event vision. Our Madison-based studio serves clients seeking timeless designs that transcend trends while maintaining exceptional quality.
Letterpress Printing
Specializing in traditional letterpress printing, we create tactile, high-quality stationery with deep impressions and crisp details. Our expertise includes custom ink mixing and specialty paper selection to ensure perfect results. This heritage technique adds sophisticated texture to wedding invitations and special event materials while maintaining modern design aesthetics.
Event Announcements
From save-the-dates to holiday cards, our event announcements feature bespoke designs tailored to each occasion. We incorporate unique elements like laser-cut patterns, hand-illustrated motifs, and layered textures. Our team ensures every announcement becomes a memorable keepsake while effectively communicating event details to recipients.
Foiling & Embossing
Our foil stamping and embossing services add elegant dimension to stationery pieces. Available in multiple metallic finishes, these techniques enhance designs with reflective accents and tactile elements. We use precision equipment to create crisp, lasting impressions that elevate wedding invitations and formal announcements to luxury status.
Envelope Calligraphy
Professional calligraphy services for wedding envelopes and formal correspondence. Our skilled artists use traditional techniques to create elegant, personalized addressing. Available in multiple styles and ink colors, this service completes our stationery suites with sophisticated presentation that matches the quality of our printed materials.
People
Heather Raffel
Founder & Creative Director
Heather Raffel established Sugar River Stationers in 2003 after discovering her passion for stationery design during wedding planning. With over 20 years of experience in graphic design and paper arts, she leads creative direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in client projects.
Questions
What types of stationery do you create?
We specialize in wedding invitations, save-the-dates, thank-you cards, holiday cards, and event announcements. Our expertise extends to corporate stationery and personalized paper goods.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we serve clients nationwide and internationally through virtual consultations and digital proofs, maintaining the same attention to detail regardless of location.
What printing techniques do you offer?
We provide letterpress printing, foil stamping, embossing, silkscreen printing, and offset printing to achieve various aesthetic effects and textures.
Can you accommodate rush orders?
While we recommend 6-8 weeks for wedding stationery, we'll work with your timeline and offer expedited production options when possible.
How do you ensure design uniqueness?
Our collaborative process begins with understanding your personal story and event vision, ensuring each design reflects your individual style and preferences.
