Business Details
20 Years
experience
Custom Letterpress Wedding Invitations & Stationery in Rochester, NY
Founded in 2006 by graphic designer Shelly Kuzniarek, French Press combines expertise in printmaking and design to deliver bespoke letterpress solutions for weddings, events, and corporate needs. Our studio specializes in crafting high-quality wedding invitations, save-the-dates, and stationery, treating each project as a unique opportunity to reflect clients' personal styles. With a commitment to artistry and precision, we offer boutique design services that elevate brands and create lasting impressions.Our team prioritizes client collaboration, ensuring every detail aligns with individual visions while maintaining rigorous quality standards. Backed by over 15 years of industry experience, we serve clients from initial consultation through final delivery, emphasizing transparency, craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service. Our work has garnered recognition from diverse clients, including brides-to-be and corporate clients seeking distinctive printed materials.
Services
Wedding Invitations
Save-the-Dates
Business Cards
Custom Designs
Announcements
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized letterpress design services with 15+ years of printmaking expertise
- Our studio maintains rigorous quality control for every printed piece
- We provide comprehensive design-to-delivery support with transparent pricing
- Our team accommodates custom requests while maintaining production timelines
- We combine traditional letterpress techniques with modern design sensibilities
What people say
High quality
Unique wedding invitation
Rave reviews from friends
Super friendly
Awesome work
Services
Wedding Invitations
Custom letterpress wedding invitations combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Our invitations feature premium paper stocks, hand-mixed inks, and bespoke layout options. Clients receive personalized design consultations to create stationery that perfectly matches their wedding theme and personal style.
Business Cards
Premium letterpress business cards that make lasting professional impressions. Available in custom shapes, colors, and textures with options for foil stamping and edge painting. Our business cards help companies establish brand identity through tactile, high-quality printed materials.
Custom Designs
Full-service custom letterpress design for unique projects. From initial concept development to final printing, our team works closely with clients to create one-of-a-kind printed materials. Services include design revisions, material selection, and specialized finishing techniques.
Save-the-Dates
Elegant letterpress save-the-date cards for weddings and special events. Available in multiple formats including postcards, folded cards, and pocket announcements. Clients can coordinate designs with their main invitations for cohesive event branding.
Announcements
Custom letterpress announcements for life's important milestones. Specializing in birth announcements, holiday cards, and moving announcements with personalized design options. Our announcements combine classic printing techniques with contemporary design elements.
People
Shelly Kuzniarek
Founder & Designer
Graphic designer with 15+ years of letterpress experience, specializing in wedding stationery. Combines printmaking expertise with client-focused design, serving both corporate clients and private individuals. Holds a degree in graphic design and printmaking.
Jodi
Designer & Illustrator
Graduate of Buffalo State College with specialization in design and printmaking. Brings creative illustration skills to custom projects, developing unique visual elements for client stationery. Manages production workflow and design implementation.
Questions
What letterpress services do you offer?
We specialize in wedding invitations, save-the-dates, business cards, announcements, and custom letterpress designs for both personal and corporate clients.
How long does the design process take?
Standard orders require 3-4 weeks: 1-2 weeks for design, 2-3 weeks for printing, with optional assembly services available.
Can you accommodate custom design requests?
Yes, we offer full custom design services with personalized consultations to create unique stationery that matches your specific vision and requirements.
What paper options are available?
We offer premium cotton and specialty paper stocks in various textures and weights, with options for recycled and eco-friendly materials.
Do you offer rush order services?
Yes, we provide rush production options with 2-3 week turnaround times for an additional fee of 25-50% of printing costs.
How do you ensure print quality?
Our quality control includes multiple proofing stages, client approvals, and expert press operation to guarantee precise letterpress impressions and color accuracy.