Birth announcements

On Guardstone.com you'll find my collection of birth-announcements you can order. However, if you are looking for a unique design with personal illustration, then read on! 

With a custom birth announcement, the illustrations and design are created especially for you based on your wishes. You will have a unique card design to announce the birth of your baby in an unforgettable way!

What might be featured on our custom card?

My collection already gives a bit of an idea, but with a personalized design, much more is possible. Perhaps you want a card that perfectly matches the decor of the nursery. Or an illustration that reminds you of an event or place that is dear to you. How about a card that reflects the origin or meaning of your baby's name? Perhaps an illustration on the front that depicts a rhyme you've chosen for the inside. A popular choice is an illustration of your family, complete with pet(s) if you have any. A combination of these options is, of course, also possible. And maybe you want something entirely different!

 

Some examples for inspiration:

What does a personalized design cost?

You can get a personalized design starting at €350 (VAT included). The price does depend on what exactly I will create for you, as it is ultimately custom work. The more or more complex the illustrations, the more time it takes me to make them, and that can influence the price. You will always receive a completely non-binding custom quote detailing exactly what you will get. 
Note: this quote is for the personalized design (with illustrations) and does not include the printing of the cards. The price for this is the same as that of cards from the collection on Guardstone.com.

How much time does a personalized design take?

Creating a personalized design is a process that takes time. Not only the brainstorming, designing, and drawing, but also the necessary consultations. And if you don’t have time to respond to an email right away, a few days can easily pass. Moreover, I sometimes like to let a drawing in progress rest for a day or two, so I can look at it with fresh eyes afterward. That’s why it’s good to start on time. 
It’s best to get in touch at least two months before the due date. Three is even better! If it’s shorter notice, there may still be enough time after all (feel free to ask), but please do note that I might not have room in my schedule.

What does the process look like?

  1. Contact me and tell me your wishes. With a personalized design, it’s all about your own input, but you don’t necessarily have to figure out every detail. I’m happy to help you think about the creative interpretation and execution of your ideas.
  2. Once we have a clear idea of what will be on your card and what it will look like, I will send you a quote. Are you in agreement? Then I can get started! Oh, and if you want certain people, objects, locations, or colors included in the illustration, I’d love to receive some photos of the subjects.
  3. Next, I create the first sketch. I’ll email it to you, and you can send back any comments or feedback.
  4. Based on your feedback, I’ll adjust the sketch where necessary and send you the updated version. You can also respond to this with requests for changes.
  5. In the next step, I work out the sketch into the full-color illustration. After you receive it, you’ll have one last chance to ask for adjustments if you’d like.
  6. Completely satisfied? I’ll send you the invoice for the agreed amount, which you can pay via bank transfer.
  7. Once your baby is born, you send me the final details for the card, and I incorporate them into the design. After a final check, you can place and pay for your card order. I’ll send the design to the printer, and your cards will be delivered to you a few days later! 

Yes, we want that!

Wonderful! I look forward to creating something truly special for you and your little one. Please Get in touch with me and we’ll get started.