Paper Invitations are an important tradition that we want to preserve.
We are forever finding ways to streamline our lives - everything is moving online, even the menu at your local restaurant is now a QR code!
We are simply doing what we can to keep up with fast pace of the world as it is now - that is why it is so important that we slow down and savor special events that bring us face-to-face with our loved ones.
Written invitations used to be a luxury only the rich and noble afforded to notify of important events. Even if you weren't lucky or privileged enough to be educated to reading level, social events were considered so important that town-criers would be used to read these official written invitations aloud.
Now online images, templates, and AI art are so prevalent that keeping up is no easy feat never-mind standing out of the crowd. Ironically our old ways of sending letters, writing notes and doing it all by-hand are slowly fading as our generations move on, making paper invitations a little luxury that let's you express yourself and stand out.
SURE, you could share a digital invitation for free, and even find free templates to get the job done... but by going digital like everything else, we leave behind our aged friends and relatives, and others who don't find technology easy to access. Recieving a text, email or facebook event can feel so impersonal and fail to ooze the excitement that your special day should stir.
Not to mention the hidden admin of finding an online way to reach everyone, the corresponding, the noting of RSVPs and last minute changes etc whilst using all these different apps for different people depending on how you got a hold of them.
Yes you could save pictures and memories on your phone and online... but we deserve keepsakes in our lives, especially for special and important events. We deserve the small box of printed photos, the concert ticket stubs, the beautiful invitation to your unforgettable wedding.
Absolutely you can use the internet to buy suspiciously cheap listings from Asia and receive an adequate order (hopefully correctly and on-time)... but we know now how people and the environment are being exploited with each purchase, and how hard-going it is to deal with foreign companies to fix any issues (especially in a timely-manner)
PaiPear aims to be an eco, ethical, and affordable alternative for customers and businesses who care.
PaiPear is here to bring your dream stationery to life. From your first invite to your final thank you, print perfection with PaiPear without compromising your budget.
Clear Pricing
We source our products to be affordable in the season of high-cost of living, yet not lacking in quality or beauty.
We offer direct prices where possible, and price points in our shop for items that are a bit trickier. To do this, we build a product based on the most popular choices for it at the time (IE Cardstock, size etc).
Our prices (unless stated otherwise) include crisp white envelopes (where applicable) and free UK delivery.
We feel it's good business to show prices upfront where possible.
If we were to just show you our stunningly beautiful stationery with no ballpark figures, it could put you off from ever reaching out... how else would you know that the beautiful gallery images you are looking at are genuinely affordable and in your reach!
Rest assured that any listing you see can be purchased without any hidden fees. It also gives you a great starting-point to be realistic with your budget and what you want.
By being so transparent, it shows you that we can be trusted to handle your bespoke requests with careful consideration - we promise that we will always do our best to keep costs as low as possible whilst adhering to our values!
How do we keep costs so low?
PaiPear operate online only. We create videos to convey choices and differences so you can make an informed decision without sending unnecessary post or waiting around to receive it either!
We can handmake samples to send via picture and video so you can see a realistic idea of how your stationery will look. This way of working means we can avoid overhead costs that vendors usually have to bake into their prices.
When you want to upgrade or make changes to an item, then we will fetch you a free no-obligation quote.
Personalised Quotes
Price points are helpful (and purcheasble), however most people do need a personalised quote so that we can cater to your specific needs. Personalised quotes also help save waste by only printing what you need rather than set amounts for purchase with other providers such as canva.
PaiPear is an easy-to-use personalised service. We focus on elevating your stationery to bring your dream to life - all within the same budget of big-name, faceless, automated print services.
There are options available for mere £pounds extra such as:
- changes to card stock such as using hammered paper to add sophistication (see cardstock video above)
- lamination for your stationery if its bold colours
- envelopes available in alternative paper types and colours to create your personalised aesthetic
- changes to card shape such as pebble, arch and circle
The alternative envelope options are as follows:
Cardstock Upgrades:
Tintoretto Gesso
Cotton
Linnen
Nettuno
Aquerello
White Laid
Kraft
Pearl Polar
Pearl Oyster
Cream
Envelope Colour Upgrades:
Cream
Black
Light Pink
Light Purple
Light Green
Light Blue
Black
Pink
Grey
Orange
Silver
Dark Blue
Dark Green
Gold
We can even have guest addresses printed on your envelopes for you to save you time and sanity. Whatever it is, we'll handle it!
Eco, Ethical, Affordable
We care about the planet as much as your big day. Here’s how we keep things eco-conscious:
- FSC® Certified Paper – responsibly sourced and always our standard
- Tree Planting with Ecologi – every order helps fund reforestation
- Eco-Minded Suppliers – we only work with businesses who share our values
- Minimal Packaging, Maximum Protection – safe delivery without any unescessary waste
- Any outsourced printing means Eco Inks & Sustainable Print Processes – cleaner printing for the planet
- Plastic-Free Products – stylish, sustainable finishing touches such as wax seals; or functional items such as double-sided tape (used in table talkers)
- UK-Based – lower carbon emissions than buying from abroad, and optional free local collection or drop-off (within 5 miles of G32 postcode)
Beautiful stationery with a lighter footprint!
Inserts and bulk discount
Inserts are not charged at the same rate as your main purchase - this is because we get bulk discounts with our suppliers. We pass on any discounts available to us directly to you the customer, so you can build your dream wedding stationery suite without worrying about the quantity.
We know there are services and sellers who charge a mark-up simply because you mentioned wedding. The 'wedding tax' is very real and it bothers us too!
We price our service and products clearly and fairly - because with business settled we can all be at our best creatively. It also means that adding on extras or upgrading doesn't cost you an arm and a leg as we have no need to charge more or be greedy when we are priced correctly to begin with!
We have created listings with some price points for invitation suites in our shop - hop on over to get an idea of just how affordable adding more can be, even when it's personalised and designed for you.
Otherwise just message for a bespoke. no-obligation quote!
We never want fear of cost to hinder creativity: we want you to bring your stationery vision to life within your budget.
Don't hesitate to ask for exactly what you want and from there we can help you be realistic, give you options, and achieve a high standard you'll boast about whilst staying within your budget.
You can add as many or inserts are you need to ensure your invitations include everything required - from menu options to information about how to RSVP (and help with your QR code), we've got it covered. Never compromise your design in fear of the cost of printing the inserts - we will always bundle discount these and include them in your free delivery.
Shop Responsibly
We do our best to source products that are plastic-free: our biggest boast is our plastic-free wax seals!
Our wax seals bring a uniqueness with every single one. They are the perfect embellishment for your stationery, and then the perfect small keepsake to take with you wherever you go.
Our local supplier Nicole has a selection of wax-seal stamps available included with the price points. Otherwise, we are happy to source your desired stamp such as personalised letters or a design that you simply fell in love with for cost to ensure you LOVE your guilt-free purchase.
Your price per seal is cheaper as you order more, so you can use this as an excuse to embellish anything and everything with a classy finish!
We have multiple colours available, please show us your inspiration and we will show you our closest options!
We also boast about using plastic-free sticky tape on items such as our table talkers, and have a trustworthy supplier for these future-proof tools that future orders might necessitate!
Canva and Digital Templates
If you do go digital, you can save money by finding a PaiPear template that you love in our Etsy Store or in our template gallery - and who knows, you might spark your own creativity!
You may use our templates for free when printing through us! Just let us know before or on purchase which design you need and we can generate an editable canva link for you to customise.
Even if you do create your own deisgn in Canva or purchase a digital design from another designer, head to our shop for prices and ordering.
Remember we can help you with your canva design - if you get yourself stuck in Canva with the wrong size file, or fall in love with a premium element or template but don't have pro; PaiPear can Edit and retrieve any Canva files for £5, saving you busy-work, stress and money.
Don't be afraid to start, and don't throw away your hard-work and vision - PaiPear can help you the rest of the way.