Designer Notes

Common Questions:

  • Ash & Vellum creates thoughtfully designed digital stationery for weddings, celebrations, and meaningful gatherings. Our editable templates are crafted to help hosts, couples, and event professionals create beautiful paper goods with ease.

    Specialize in:

    • Wedding Menus

    • Place Cards

    • Celebration Stationery

    • Table Signage

    • Thank You Cards

    • Digital Paper Goods

  • Getting started is easy! Simply browse our collection and choose the template that best fits your celebration. After completing your purchase, you'll instantly receive your link to your editable template and step-by-step instructions. Personalize the design with your event details, then download and print at home or through your preferred professional print service.

  • Ash & Vellum was created by an event coordinator who understands that the smallest details often make the biggest impression. Every template is thoughtfully designed with both beauty and functionality in mind, making it easy to create a cohesive, elevated event without starting from scratch.

    Inspired by timeless design movements—from Baroque artistry to Art Deco sophistication and modern editorial style—our collections are crafted to feel elegant today and enduring for years to come. Rather than following fleeting trends, we focus on creating refined paper goods that become a meaningful part of your celebration.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • No. Most Ash & Vellum templates are designed to work with Canva's free version unless otherwise noted on the product page.

  • Yes! Every template is partially editable, allowing you to personalize the text, fonts, and colors to match your event.

  • Yes! Once you've finished editing, you can print your design at home or through your favorite local or online print shop.

  • When printing please keep in mind what type of paper and additional finishes you are wanting.

    • For basic card stock and printing, I recommend Canva.

    • For more paper options, like those listed below in the paper guide, go to Minted or VistaPrint.

    • For a more boutique and custom look I recommend sites like Moo, FinerWorks, or go to a local print shop.

    I do not recommend coloring the background of your template when editing. This could effect the final coloring of your print.

The Paper Guide

  • Smooth Cardstock

  • Vellum

  • Cotton Paper

  • Pearlescent Paper

  • Linen Paper

  • Handmade Paper

  • Canvas

  • Acrylic

  • Wood

  • Fabric

Vellum

Appearance
Softly translucent with a smooth, frosted finish.

Best For

  • Wedding menus

  • Invitation overlays

  • Belly bands

  • Place cards

  • Layered stationery

Creates
An elegant, airy, and luxurious look.

Our Recommendation
The signature Ash & Vellum favorite for modern and timeless celebrations.

Cotton Paper

Appearance
Ultra-soft with a subtle natural texture.

Best For

  • Luxury invitations

  • Menus

  • Keepsakes

  • Personalized stationery

Creates
An heirloom-quality, timeless feel.

Handmade Paper

Appearance
Organic texture with beautifully imperfect deckled edges.

Best For

  • Fine art weddings

  • European-inspired events

  • Romantic celebrations

Creates
An artisan, old-world aesthetic.

Acrylic

Appearance
Crystal clear or frosted with a sleek, modern finish.

Best For

  • Menus

  • Table numbers

  • Welcome signs

  • Seating charts

Creates
Contemporary luxury.

Fabric

Appearance
Soft, flowing textiles printed with elegant typography.

Best For

  • Luxury weddings

  • Fine dining events

  • Keepsake menus

Creates
A truly unforgettable presentation.

Smooth Cardstock

Appearance
Bright white with a perfectly smooth surface and crisp print quality.

Best For

  • Menus

  • Programs

  • Welcome signs

  • Thank you cards

Creates
A clean, refined, editorial aesthetic.

Pearlescent Paper

Appearance
A delicate shimmer that catches the light without looking glittery.

Best For

  • Wedding menus

  • Invitations

  • Holiday celebrations

  • Formal events

Creates
Soft glamour and understated luxury.

Linen Paper

Appearance
A woven texture that resembles fine linen fabric.

Best For

  • Menus

  • Programs

  • Business stationery

  • Invitations

Creates
Classic elegance with subtle texture.

Canvas

Appearance
Soft woven fabric with a matte finish.

Best For

  • Welcome signs

  • Seating charts

  • Large displays

  • Keepsakes

Creates
Warm, textured elegance.

Wood

Appearance
Natural grain with warm organic tones.

Best For

  • Rustic weddings

  • Escort cards

  • Table numbers

  • Welcome signage

Creates
An earthy, handcrafted aesthetic.

Specialty Finishes

Rather than choosing a different material, these finishes add another layer of sophistication.

  • Foil Stamping — Metallic gold, silver, rose gold, or copper accents.

  • Letterpress — Deeply pressed text for a tactile, heirloom-quality finish.

  • Embossing — Raised details that add subtle texture and dimension.

  • Debossing — Pressed-in details for understated elegance.

  • Blind Embossing — Texture without ink, creating a refined minimalist look.

  • Die Cutting — Custom shapes, arches, or rounded corners for a unique silhouette.

Ash's Favorite

If you're looking for one recommendation, choose vellum layered over smooth cotton cardstock.

The combination creates beautiful depth, diffuses light softly, and delivers the timeless, editorial aesthetic that inspires every Ash & Vellum collection.