Murray Wedding Coordination Project
Murray Wedding
Project Overview
As an event planning enthusiast with a passion for creating memorable experiences, I had the unique opportunity to coordinate a complete wedding celebration in August 2023. This project showcased my ability to blend creative design with meticulous planning while maintaining budget consciousness through strategic resource utilization.
Professional Approach
Proactive Planning: Initiated organization and ideation before formal engagement
Resource Optimization: Leveraged local library resources for cost-effective solutions
End-to-End Management: Coordinated all aspects from pre-wedding events through reception
Custom Design Work: Created personalized elements using digital design tools and Cricut technology
Technical Competencies Demonstrated
Digital Design Software
Cricut Design and Production
Event Timeline Management
Vendor Coordination
Budget Management
Guest Experience Design
Custom Product Creation
Project Management
Project Impact
The success of this wedding coordination project demonstrated my ability to:
Manage complex, multi-phase events
Create cohesive design elements across multiple celebrations
Balance creative vision with practical execution
Maintain organization while handling multiple concurrent tasks
Deliver high-quality results within budget constraints
Event Portfolio
Bridal Shower
Designed and executed custom champagne bottle labels
Coordinated themed decorations
Created cohesive branding across all shower elements
Managed guest experience from invitations through favors
Bridal Shower Photo Booth Wall
- Cricut Paper Cardstock
- Stringed together with monoline
- Garden Tea Party theme
Bridal Shower Custom Champagne Bottles
- Cricut Vinyl Stickers
Bridal Shower Treat Boxes
- Cricut Paper Cardstock
Bachelorette Party
Designed matching bridal party pajamas
Created custom-colored koozies for bridal party
Produced themed decorations including "Bride Squad" elements
Bachelorette Party Custom Bridesmaid Pajamas
- Cricut HGTV Iron-On vinyl
Bachelorette Party Custom Koozies
- Cricut HGTV Iron-On Vinyl
Bachelorette Party Photo Booth Backdrop Decorations
- Cricut Paper Cardstock
Rehearsal Dinner
Produced themed decorations
Created personalized drinkware for flower girls and ring bearers
Produced custom napkins and table settings
Created custom hangers for Bride and Groom
Rehearsal Dinner Banner
- Cricut Paper Cardstock
- Stringed together with monoline
-Tulle hot glued to dresses
Flower Girl and Ring Bearer Custom Cup Gifts
- Cricut Vinyl Stickers
Bride and Groom Custom Hangers
- Cricut Vinyl Stickers
Ceremony
Designed and produced ceremony programs
Developed and distributed welcome materials
Coloring pages for kids
Newspapers
Managed day-of timeline and vendor coordination
Ceremony Programs
- Designed, Printed, and Assembled
Wedding Welcome Newspaper
- Page 1
Custom Coloring Pages for Kids
- Designed, Printed, and Assembled
Wedding Welcome Newspaper
- Page 2 and 3
Wedding Welcome Newspaper
- Designed and sent to a printer company
Wedding Welcome Newspaper
- Page 4
Reception
Designed and implemented complete venue decoration strategy
Created custom signage using digital design and Cricut technology
Developed and assembled photo booth with props and backdrop
Produced personalized elements including:
Custom seating cards and menus
Guest book station
Gift table presentation
Table number displays
Welcome signage
Photo booth props
Welcome Selfie Mirror and Seating Chart Posters
- Designed, Printed, Cut
Welcome Sign
- Designed, Printed, Mounted to Foam Core
Drink Signage
-Designed and Printed
Audio Guest Book Sign
- Designed and Printed
Date Night Ideas Sheets
- Designed, Printed, and Cut
Custom Date Night Ideas Box
-Designed, Painted, Cricut Vinyl Stickers
Custom Napkins
- Designed and Sent to Printer
Photo Booth Signage
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, and Assembled
Handmade Custom Photo Booth Props
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, and Assembled
Photo Booth Wall Backdrop
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, and Assembled
Handmade Custom Photo Booth Props
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, and Assembled
Handmade Custom Photo Booth Props
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, and Assembled
Handmade Custom Photo Booth Props
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, and Assembled
Photo Booth Wall Decorations
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, and Assembled
Table Number Decals
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, Assembled
Table Number Decals
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, Assembled
Menus/Thank You Notes
- Designed, Printed, Cut
Table Number Decals
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, Assembled
Name Plates
- Designed, Printed, Cut, and Scored
Table Number Decals
- Designed, Cut with Cricut, Assembled
Menus/Thank You Notes
- Designed, Printed, Cut
