Visit the Lafayette Papers Studio

Welcome to the Studio

Welcome! I’m delighted to invite you to my in-home stationery studio on Milwaukee’s East Side. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a milestone celebration, or simply looking for beautiful personalized stationery, you’ll find everything under one roof: invitations, card stock and color samples, personalized napkins, party accessories, and more.

This space is designed especially for you: by appointment only, so we have time to talk ideas, explore samples, and immediately begin preliminary design work together. It’s relaxed and creative, exactly what it should feel like when planning something special.

Why Visit the Studio in Person?

• You’ll see and touch the card stock, compare envelope colors and textures, and browse our invitation and stationery books filled with real-world samples.

• You will see the full selection of everything we offer.

• With your appointment, we can talk through your theme, explore custom ideas, and begin the design while you’re here and most clients find they leave with new ideas they hadn’t yet considered.

• If you’re located in the North Shore—Whitefish Bay, Shorewood, Fox Point, Mequon—you’re just a short drive away, and we’ll work around your schedule.

What We Offer

Wedding Invitations & Stationery
From save-the-dates to full invitation suites, RSVP cards, insert cards, favor tags and matching envelopes – we cover it all. We’ll explore fonts, colors, foil stamping, textures, and other premium finishes. Each suite is customized to you, your style, and your wedding vision.

Personalized Napkins & Party Accessories
Looking to make your celebration unforgettable? We offer personalized napkins, customized drink stirrers, cups, signage and other party accessories. Match the napkins to your stationery suite or create a complementary look for birthdays, showers, anniversaries and other events.

Full Stationery Services
Beyond weddings and parties, we also cater to thank-you cards, holiday cards, announcements, business stationery, note cards and more. The same thoughtful attention to paper, ink, texture and detail applies.

How It Works

1. Book an Appointment – visits are by appointment only – ensuring time to browse and our undivided attention.

2. Browse & Brainstorm – When you arrive, you’ll browse our sample books and card stocks, compare colors, and we’ll chat through your style ideas, timeline and budget.

3. Design Together – While you’re here we’ll start the design process, playing with layouts, fonts and color combinations so you can see how it all comes together.

4. Order & Production – Once you’re happy with the design, we’ll finalize your order and move into production. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way.

5. Delivery or Pickup – Depending on your preference we can arrange delivery or you may pick up at a convenient time.

Serving Milwaukee’s North Shore & Beyond

Although our studio is located on Milwaukee’s East Side, we proudly serve the North Shore communities including Whitefish Bay, Shorewood, Fox Point and Mequon and beyond. Whether you live locally or are travelling from further afield, you’re welcome, and we’ll make sure your experience is seamless and enjoyable.

Why Choose Us?

• Boutique, personalized service in a quiet, appointment-only environment.

• Extensive sample libraries so you can actually see and compare materials.

• A creative partner who walks you through the process — you won’t leave wondering what happens next.

• Full suite of stationery, invitations, personalized napkins and party accessories in one place — no need to visit multiple stores.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Do I need to come in person?
A: While much can be handled online and remotely, we highly recommend an in-studio appointment so you can view physical samples (paper texture, colors, envelopes) and collaborate on design in real time. Many clients tell us that seeing, touching and exploring in person really makes a difference.

Q: Where exactly is the studio located?
A: It’s a home-based studio on Milwaukee’s East Side. We’ll provide the full address once you book your appointment — we ask for appointments only to ensure a focused experience.

Q: Are walk-ins allowed?
A: No, since this is an in-home studio, visits are by appointment only. Please reach out in advance to set a time that works for you.

Q: Which areas do you serve?
A: We welcome everyone to the home studio in Milwaukee and serve clients from Whitefish Bay, Shorewood, Fox Point, Mequon and the broader North Shore of Milwaukee, plus the East Side area of Milwaukee and surroundings.

Q: What is the lead time for wedding invitations and personalized napkins?
A: Lead times vary depending on the complexity of the design and the size of the order. Once we discuss your project and timeline we’ll provide a clear turnaround estimate. For weddings, we recommend starting the process as early as possible to ensure optimal material availability.

Q: Can you help with design if I don’t already have an idea?
A: Absolutely – that’s one of the benefits of booking an appointment. We’ll brainstorm your theme, colors and style together. Most clients walk out with new ideas and a clear vision.

Q: Are only stationery products offered, or do you also offer accessories?
A: We offer both: stationery, invitations and personalized products (napkins, cups, signs, etc.), and party accessories that coordinate with your stationery suite and theme.

Q: How do I order?
A: After your appointment we’ll finalize the design, send you an approval proof, collect payment, and then production begins. We’ll keep you informed throughout.

Q: Do you ship?
A: Yes, depending on your preference, we can either arrange for delivery or you can pick up at the studio.

Whether you’re planning a wedding, celebrating a milestone, or simply want a truly beautiful and personalized stationery experience, I’d love to meet you in the studio and help bring your vision to life. Browse, touch, compare – and let’s design something special together. Please reach out to schedule your appointment today.