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3 Signs You’re Ready To Hire Your Wedding Coordinator
We get it. You haven’t done this wedding planning thing before and you’re not sure how much or what kind of help you need and when. Read for answers about wedding coordination.
A Guy, A Girl And Two Bottles Of Champagne
Follow along to see a glimpse of how we support couples in love in their wedding planning process.
Find Your Perfect Wedding Ceremony Reading
Looking for your perfect wedding ceremony reading?
Why Venues & Planners Make A Great Team
We know venue managers usually have a lot of experience working with couples to help them plan their weddings. However, many venue teams find that they don't always have the time or resources to provide the level of support that some couples need. This is where a wedding planner can be an invaluable addition to the team.
Give the Gift of Andersonville 2022
Welcome to our third annual gift giving guide featuring Andersonville Chamber of Commerce Members!
How To Identify Your Wedding Planning Priorities
I’m constantly asking my couples what their priority is in a given situation or wedding element. But how do you actually identify what your priorities are? Start here!
What I Learned in Four Years Of Business
What have I learned over the last four years in business? Woof, where to begin? I love on my couples, partners and peers and my business wouldn't be what it is today without them…
What Can Mom Do To Help?
So mom wants to help you in your wedding planning… great! Here are some recommendations for getting her or any other loved one involved in manageable and productive ways.
5 Things To Expect From Your Wedding Officiant
There’s a lot that goes into being a great wedding officiant and it takes some education to figure out what your best fit looks like. I recommend being intentional and transparent about your questions and expectations for your wedding officiant.
The following is my philosophy as a wedding officiant who has married hundreds of couples and consulted for many non-professional friend/family officiants.
When should you do premarital counseling?
In my training through the Gottman Institute and experience and research in the wedding industry, I have found a few answers to the question, “when should I do premarital counseling?” and they might surprise you.
Hygge Your Home Office
In the spirit of hygge, I’m sharing my tips on curating a cozy home office for all your work-and play-from home desires!
How to Get Married in Chicago RIGHT NOW
Everything you need to know to get married in Chicago right now. From Chicago Officiant rules to the Cook County Marriage License and Certificate to the legal requirements of a Chicago wedding ceremony.
Give the Gift of Andersonville
Welcome to our second annual gift giving guide featuring Andersonville Chamber of Commerce Members!
How to Enjoy the Holidays While Planning Your Wedding
It’s mid-November already! Your wedding is probably coming up, fast. How do you juggle wedding planning and the holidays and actually taking a break?
How To Ask A Loved One To Officiate Your Wedding
Choosing your officiant for your wedding can sometimes feel like an impossible task. In your mind, you have a dream friend or relative that you want to officiate, but they’ve never done it before and you’re scared to ask. Or, maybe, you’re not scared to ask, but you just have no idea how to ask.
