Handwritten Invitations
Kate Walton Collections
Written by hand,
painted with intention
Each invitation is lettered, painted and assembled by hand — never printed, never duplicated. A keepsake before the occasion has even begun.
The story behind
Kate Walton
Collections
Made entirely by hand,
one piece at a time.
Every invitation that leaves this studio is made entirely by hand — lettered, painted and assembled by Kate Walton, one piece at a time. Kate's background as a painter and decorative artist shapes everything: the brushwork, the instinct for composition, the understanding that an invitation is the first impression of an occasion that matters deeply.
Over the years, Kate has built The Studio Catalogue — a growing collection of original painted motifs including birds, botanicals, foliage and florals — each available to be hand-applied to your invitations, making every piece quietly unique. For those who want something entirely their own, original paintings and pressed flowers can be incorporated, creating an invitation unlike anything that could be printed or produced at scale.
Nothing here is printed. Nothing is duplicated.
Handmade invitation services
Three ways to commission
Every piece is made entirely by hand. Choose the package that suits your occasion, then personalise with finishing touches from below.
The Script
Pure calligraphy — nothing more needed
Includes
- Hand-lettered invitation in your chosen script style
- Envelope addressed by hand
- Choice of ink colour
- Wording proof before the full order begins
Minimum 20 pieces. Paper not included.
The Studio Catalogue
Lettering with a hand-painted motif from Kate's collection
Includes
- Hand-lettered invitation
- Your chosen motif from the Studio Catalogue — birds, botanicals, foliage or florals
- Each motif painted by hand — no two pieces identical
- Option to include pressed flowers from the collection
- Envelope addressed by hand
- Wording proof before the full order begins
Minimum 20 pieces. Paper not included.
The Bespoke
An original painting created for your occasion alone
Includes
- Original artwork painted specifically for your event
- Option to incorporate flowers of personal significance — pressed and applied by hand
- Full suite: invitation, details card & envelope
- Hand-lettered throughout
- Consultation to discuss your vision, colours & motifs
- Wording proof before the full order begins
Minimum 20 suites. Paper not included. Allow 5–6 weeks.
Optional additions — any package
All packages include a hand-lettered proof for approval before the order begins. Pricing excludes postage and paper stock unless otherwise agreed.
A special addition
Pressed flowers & painted botanicals
The most personal touch an invitation can carry — a real bloom, pressed and preserved, or painted by hand. No two are ever identical.
Three ways to work with flowers
Pressed & applied
Real flowers pressed and dried in the studio, then hand-applied to each invitation and sealed. Choose from the studio collection or send blooms of your own.
from £18 per piece
Hand-painted florals
Your chosen bloom painted in watercolour on each card — from the Studio Catalogue or matched to a specific flower of meaning.
from £22 per piece
Pressed & painted together
A real pressed flower anchored by painted foliage and stems — a layered composition that feels like a tiny framed work of art.
from £32 per piece
Flowers with meaning
You are warmly welcome to send flowers of personal significance — from a garden, a place, or a cherished memory — to be pressed and incorporated into your order. These are handled with care, and stems, leaves and petals used thoughtfully across the full run.
How it works
From first message to your door
A gentle, guided process — commissions are taken in limited batches to ensure every order receives full attention.
Enquire & consult
Tell Kate your occasion, guest count and any inspiration. She'll suggest motifs, scripts and finishes to suit the mood.
Proof & approval
A hand-lettered sample is sent for your approval before the full order begins. Wording changes are welcomed at this stage.
Made by hand
Every piece is lettered and painted individually. Please allow 3–5 weeks for most orders; rush timelines are available.
Delivered beautifully
Orders are wrapped in tissue and posted tracked, or available for collection from the studio.
Perfect for
Ready to begin?
Commissions are taken in limited batches to ensure every order has Kate's full attention. Get in touch to check availability.
Begin your enquiry Minimum order 20 pieces · Pricing excludes paper & postage