Krueger Wedding Projects
Krueger Engagement Party Design & Coordination Custom Event Design Project, November 2024
I conceptualized and executed a comprehensive event design package for an engagement celebration, showcasing my ability to translate client wishes into memorable experiences. The project encompassed:
Custom Design Elements:
Designed and produced a Chicago-themed welcome sign featuring the city skyline
Created personalized champagne bottles that evolved into an impromptu guest book
Engineered three architectural photo backdrop arcs, including:
A countdown display marking 336 days until the wedding
Custom vinyl lettering for "Future Mr. and Mrs. Krueger"
A curated photo collage celebrating the couple's engagement story
Project Impact: The designs resonated deeply with both the client and guests, garnering widespread appreciation at the event. The interactive elements, particularly the champagne bottle guest book, demonstrated my ability to create versatile pieces that enhance guest engagement. This success has led to an extended collaboration, as I've been invited to design the upcoming bridal shower.
Technical Skills Demonstrated:
Large-format design and mounting, Vinyl cutting and application, Multi-element display construction, Photo curation and collage design, Client consultation and satisfaction, and Timeline management
Krueger Bridal Shower Design & Planning Project, Spring 2025
Following the success of the engagement party, I was entrusted with designing and planning the bridal shower for the same family. This project represents a meaningful opportunity to support a close family friend in creating a special celebration for her son's marriage.
Advanced Project Management System
Developed a sophisticated multi-board Trello organization system:
"Fresh Off the Market Vision Board" for initial concept development
"Farmer's Market Final Decisions" board tracking approved elements by category
"Farmers Market Party Favors" specialized board for gift details
"Catherine's Farmers Market Stands" board for food station planning
Additional boards for specific areas and tasks
Created detailed product research with direct links to purchase sources
Maintained constant visual references for all design decisions
Organized timeline management ensuring all elements would be ready for the event
Interactive Guest Activities
Designed a "Flower Bar" experience where guests can:
Choose their paper cone, pick their blooms, and take home their custom bouquet
Designed "A Special Market Request" recipe card inviting guests to share their favorite recipes
Custom wooden recipe drop-off box for collecting shared wisdom
Thoughtfully Curated Party Favors
Researched and presented multiple favor options
Created comprehensive visuals for all favor options to facilitate client decision-making
Custom Project Ideas
Designed heartfelt "Thank You for Helping Our Love Grow" custom gift tags
Designed custom stickers for cups, flower bouquets, and packaging
Developed eco-friendly seed bomb favors presented in:
Colorful origami-style boxes in shades of purple, pink, and blue
Kraft paper gift boxes with seed planting instructions
Decorative Elements
Designed custom "We're Open" hanging sign for the entrance with:
Created custom champagne bottles with coordinated messaging
Designed a photo-ready balloon arch installation featuring:
Custom banner with "Catherine is Off the Market in 64 Days" countdown
Prototype Development
Created physical prototypes of market stall structures and signage
Developed sample pieces of custom printed materials and favor packaging
Tested various floral arrangements to achieve the desired purple theme
Established a visual language that honors the client's vision while maintaining professional quality
Personal Connection
This project holds special significance as it allows me to apply my professional skills to create a meaningful celebration for a close family friend. The bridal shower represents an important milestone for the mother of the groom, who wanted to contribute her personal touch to the wedding celebrations despite not hosting the main wedding event.
Krueger Wedding Welcome Newspaper Design Project, October 2025
I conceptualized and designed a comprehensive 4-page wedding welcome newspaper for Catherine and Danny's Houston wedding, creating an interactive keepsake that celebrated their journey from engagement to wedding day. The project encompassed content development, editorial design, and guest experience strategy.
Custom Design Elements:
Designed authentic newspaper masthead "The Krueger Wedding Times" incorporating their wedding website's chandelier illustration
Developed cohesive visual identity using sage green color palette from their existing wedding materials
Created custom headlines including "Two Hearts, One Love" and "Breaking News!"
Integrated engagement photography with architectural illustrations for sophisticated visual storytelling
Content Strategy & Development:
Wrote personalized articles connecting their "Fresh Hope" engagement party and "Fresh off the Market" bridal shower themes
Developed "Our Love Around the World" travel narrative highlighting their journey from Texas to Chicago to Spain to Houston
Crafted "Market Report: Local Woman Officially Off the Market" article tying together their farmer's market-themed celebrations
Created interactive elements including wedding timeline, fun facts sections, and guest information
Technical Skills Demonstrated:
Large format design optimization for 11"x17" tabloid newspaper format
Multi-page layout design maintaining consistent typography and visual hierarchy
Content organization balancing informational and entertainment value
Integration of multiple photography styles and graphic elements
Guest Experience Design:
The newspaper served as both practical welcome information and memorable keepsake, providing guests with wedding day logistics, the couple's love story, and interactive content that enhanced their celebration experience. The design reinforced the thoughtful, personalized approach established throughout their engagement celebrations.
