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SERVICES

Carmin has been in the event industry for close to two decades. At age 19, she began her studies with world renowned floral designer, Phil Rullodah and continued studying with him throughout her twenties. She started her business as a floral / interior designer, doing weddings and events around the country, as well as Interior design and decorative finishes in private estates and offices. Referrals coming solely all by word of mouth. Combined with a degree in Fine Arts and Interior Design; along with over ten years of restaurant service and management experience in the Napa Valley, she is a perfect fit to create and manage your event.

Every wedding and event is different. Carmin will create a coordination package that is perfect for you and your budget.

She can design a “Day Of” package starting at $800 all the way to the “All Inclusive” Package starting at $3000.00 or a percentage of the overall event. Carmin has packages that are customized to suit your needs.

Here is a list of some items she can assist you with… Carmin understands what it takes to create your event, and the hours cannot be calculated. Your first consultation is free!

PACKAGES INCLUDE:

Unlimited emails and phone calls through the entire process

Unlimited Meetings (in the all inclusive type packages)

Assistance with making a budget

Assistance with finding the perfect ceremony & reception

Help with establishing a unique style/theme for your wedding

Creation of a color palette for your wedding

Assist you with your vendors, I can go to the meetings, negotiate contracts, delivery or pick up times listed, and make sure that all contract terms are clear

I realize that the Save the Date and Invitations are a hint of what is to come for the wedding; I am here to help you in that decision as well.

Help you in reserving the best accommodations for your out of town guests

Schedule interviews and appointments with all prospective vendors

I can help you with wedding attire that fits your wedding location and style

Provide rehearsal dinner and/or brunch restaurant recommendations (if desired)

Wedding Favors can be tough; I will help you with fun and innovative ideas for the gifts you give to your guests. Including the “Welcome Gifts and Packets”

Create reception menu ideas that are your “favorite” or best for the theme/ style of your event

Create diagram of reception floor plan

With of her floral background, Carmin can design your ceremonial flowers (including canopies and Chuppahs to elaborate bouquets), centerpieces and personal flowers creating them to fit the exact personality of your event

I will assist you in your timeline and production lists to keep everyone on the same page, and

ensure a seamless event.

Distribute the timelines to all involved in the wedding and event, so there are no questions as to when and where we all need to be and when. (to the best of my ability, after we give it to them, it is up to them to read of course)

Attend a detailed finalization appointment with each vendor, to make sure no detail is left unturned

Direct rehearsal

On the day of the wedding, we will oversee everything, including:

Ceremony site set-up (chairs, programs, flowers, unity sand/candle etc.

Reception site design (linens, place cards, menus, guestbook, favors, etc.)

Greeting and directing all vendors

Receive deliveries

Oversee Banquet Staff; guide the set-up of rentals, DJ/Band, lighting, etc.

Ensure vendors provide services as requested

Distribute gratuities and/ or final payments to vendors on your behalf

Ensure all finishing touches are complete

Cue music and wedding party for ceremony

Coordinating the reception, making sure everything flows smoothly

Assist wedding party with any needs, questions, or concerns

Ensure end of event arrangements are made for items such as gifts, guest book, toasting flutes, etc.

Available and ready to take care of any unexpected occurrences

Provide bridal emergency kit for wedding day