Civil, Destination, Double Weddings, Eco-Friendly / Green, Military

Day-of Coordinator, Full Planning, Partial Planning

I have a multitude of resources from photographers, videographers, florists, graphic designers, interior designers; restaurants, bakeries, musicians, DJ's, favors, chair covers and sashes, and more.

I can plan any type of wedding with any theme; if it can be conceptualized, it can be planned. I have planned traditional church weddings as well as outdoor garden theme weddings; small, intimate weddings. I also have a corporate background and plan over 750 events, conferences, and meetings annually.

I have coordinated small to large weddings; from as small as 100 attendees to as large as 400 attendees.I have coordinated special events from as small as 50 to as large as 4,000 people.

I have worked with Harts' Hill Inn; Captains Table; I am familiar with the Radisson Utica-Centre, Hotel Utica, Francesca's Banquet Hall, the Stanley Theatre, Stonebridge Golf and Country Club, Danielle's Banquet Hall, and Holiday Inn. However, I have contacts in many areas and work with venues throughout Herkimer and Oneida County primarily.

I can assist with your planning efforts for part or all of your wedding, as well as planning services for bridal showers, Jack & Jill parties, bachelor/bachelorette parties, rehearsal dinner parties, and much more. I have a passion or events planning, am very creative, and have a Bachelor’s degree in Professional & Technical Communication and a Master of Arts in Communications and Organizational Leadership.

I am a certified collegiate conference and events professional (CCEP), and the industry is very diverse. I specialize in the details - making sure everything is accounted for, organized, and goes according to plan. The bride & groom and their families entrust me to make sure their special day is perfect in every way so that they can create lasting memories. Heart and Soul Events puts their heart and soul into planning your events so you can embrace your special day and make lasting memories!




Dress-Fitting Tips Whether you're at your wedding-day weight goal or a few pounds shy, follow these tips to guarantee a flattering fit on your big day:

*All wedding-dress manufacturers have different size charts—most of which run small. So even if you wear size 4 jeans, you might have to order a 6 in Jim Hjelm or an 8 in Vera Wang. * Even if you plan to lose weight before your wedding day, request the dress size that fits you the day you place your order. It's easy to take dresses in, but very difficult—and in some cases, impossible—to let them out. *Set up appointments for alterations as soon as your dress arrives. Schedule at least two appointments. If major alterations are made, or if you lose a lot of weight, you might even want to set up a third appointment to ensure a custom fit. *To make sure the hem length is perfect, wear the lingerie and shoes that you plan to wear on your wedding day. *Once you've had that final fitting, watch what you eat. *At your last fitting, examine yourself in your gown from every angle—front to side to back—to make sure there's no bulging or pulling. If you're not satisfied, don't hesitate to request another round of alterations.