I have known Ashley for at least a dozen (if not more) years. She is like a daughter to me. Over time, I’ve watched her mature and overcome many life challenges. When Ashley told me she was getting married, I knew the groom had to be something special. I met Nick just once and I […]
Wedding Planning Pittsburgh
Nina and Brandon
Nina and Brandon were married on November 10, 2018. The wedding was held at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Ambridge, PA and included a traditional Orthodox Christian ceremony. We all watched the exchange of wedding crowns, sharing of the common cup, and walking around the matrimonial altar three times. It was beautiful. Kelly Lester […]
Tracey + Jake
What happens when two wonderful people you already know get engaged? You offer to help them of course! It was this way when Tracey and Jake announced their engagement. Of course, Joanne (owner of KDE) was happy to oblige two of her most favorite friends! Tracey and Jake were very proactive in their search for […]
Planning a Barn or Outdoor Wedding? Consider the Weather.
When it’s October in Pittsburgh, Pa, the temperatures here can range from 50 or 60 degrees during the day and into the freezing temperatures by nightfall. Blink and the weather will change- this is Pittsburgh! It is also a city where if you are planning an outdoor event you must factor in the weather. We […]
Elissa and Tyler are Married!
I first met Elissa five summers ago when she modeled for a shoot we were doing for my website. It was the launch of my business and I never forgot what she did for me. When she announced her engagement, I practically begged her to let me be her Day of Wedding coordinator! I wanted […]
Tips for Your Wedding Invitations
Disclosure: This site contains affiliate links. While this company will not charge you any extra, we have made a small commission to share Paperless Post links with you. Invitations can be one of the most challenging parts of your wedding day. We frequently hear questions from our brides such as, “When should I send my […]
Abby + Ross
As we have said before, God sends us the most beautiful families. Our wedding season had a gorgeous start last month, April 14, at the McDonald Presbyterian Church. We are occasionally called upon to coordinate only a wedding ceremony and this was the case on this majestic spring day. Abby and Ross’ wedding ceremony was […]
Best Wedding Ideas From Our Own Brides
We are approaching our fifth season as fabulous “Day of Wedding” coordinators! Michelene, Sara, and I have seen some amazing ideas in all of those weddings and we want to share some of the best ones with you. Get your notebook ready and pick your favorites! #1. Small Cake and Cupcakes are The Thing. We’ve […]
Ashley + Brian
I believe that God grants wishes and this wedding was one wish come true. Since I began my business four years ago I wanted be at The Gathering Place in Darlington, Pennsylvania. When Ashley approached me about coordinating her wedding, I was overjoyed! It turned out that the wish to do a wedding at this […]
John and Jessica are MARRIED!
All photos by Christina Gameos Machuca, Mary Jamis, Cally Jamis Vennare, and Jana Siperstein-Szucs. More photos by John Columbo to follow! John and Jessica were married September 3, 2017 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Ambridge, Pennsylvania. The bride was beautiful and radiant, the groom was handsome and full of smiles! Guests came from […]