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
Implemented clear workflow system with:
Visual categorization using color-coded labels
"MG To Do" tags for personal task assignments
"Proj. Approved for MG" status indicators showing progress
"Links to Approve" sections for client review
Official approval process for finalizing decisions
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
Take home their custom bouquet
Created a "Design your Own Market Tote" station with:
Option to create on-site with iron station and assistance
Take-home kit with iron-on instructions for later creation
Custom flower and vegetable designs for personalization
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
Created detailed mock-ups of herb wall displays constructed from:
Upcycled wooden palettes with labeled herb sections
Tiered wooden crate designs for vertical herb displays
Multi-level planter options with custom signage
Decorative Elements:
Designed custom "We're Open" hanging sign for the entrance with:
Bold green lettering on white background
Professional hanging hardware
Coordinating purple heart garland
Created custom champagne bottles with coordinated messaging:
"Catherine is" on the first bottle
"Fresh off the Market" on the second bottle
"In 64 days" on the third bottle
Designed a photo-ready balloon arch installation featuring:
Gradient purple and green balloons matching the event color scheme
Integrated photo display of the couple
Custom banner with "Catherine is Off the Market in 64 Days" countdown
Considered practical photography details with notes about positioning "outside in natural light with the sun behind it so people are not squinting in pictures"
Market Stand Concepts
Designed specialized market "stands" with branded signage:
Beverage Garden featuring "SIP, SIP, HOORAY!" theme with signature drinks in mason jars and flower-infused ice cubes
Bakery Stand with "BAKED WITH LOVE" messaging, displaying fresh breads and pastries
Fresh Produce area showcasing "FARM FRESH LOVE" with creative vegetable presentations
Sweet Treats section featuring "LIFE IS SWEET" with white macarons in egg containers
Created unique food presentations including:
Hydrangea-shaped popcorn balls
Silverware arranged to look like tulips
Fresh fruit presented in market-style baskets
Flowers frozen in large ice cube balls for champagne buckets
Researched and designed authentic market stand structures with striped awnings and wooden crates
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.
Project Status
Currently in final planning stages with an upcoming client meeting to review prototypes and finalize decisions. The collaborative relationship has created momentum and enthusiasm for the event among all stakeholders.
