Designed Events Planning-Melbourne Florida

Love was in the air on St. Patrick's Day in Melbourne Beach, Florida at Haley & Michael's military wedding. Love of country.....love of family.....and love for each other was never more evident . The ceremony took place at the end of the very long Melbourne Beach pier where the bride arrived by boat to meet her awaiting groom who was in full military regalia. The reception was under a beautiful tent with dramatic lighting and music that all danced to including some darling Irish Step Dancers also in full costume. Later the adorable Haley joined them in her own Irish jig. Good food, good friends and a real sense of patriotism made this an event to remember.

Eventfully yours, Betsy

Designed Events Planning - Melbourne, FL

You know you have gone full circle when your lovely couple announces to you the upcoming birth of their first child. I actually feel like a proud aunt/mom/wedding planner. I worked closely with Meg & Nick the months close to their wedding and really was made to feel like part of the family. Best Wishes and prayers for a healthy, happy baby! Eventfully yours, Betsy

Designed Events - Wedding Planning - Melbourne, FL

For those of you that are familiar with Preston Bailey (the event decorator for the stars), you know how magnificent his events become once he puts his vision down on paper and everything seamlessly happens! When a wonderful young bride came to me with Bailey's latest book in hand, I knew that we would need to adjust budget to vision. Because let's face it, not many of us have Oprah's or Joan River's bank accounts. My bride's dream was to create a winter wonderland for her December wedding in Florida and I an happy to say we achieved that with the help of her wonderful family who went into the woods to find the "birch like" trees for our forest. The trees were cut and prepped, the family once again pitched in and painted the trees to give the desired effect. Once the white twinkling lights were delicately placed on each individual branch, an enchanted winter wonderland was created. The joy was evident in my beautiful bride's face. Happy life to you both! Eventfully yours, Betsy

Designed Events Planning - Melbourne, FL - Disney meets Mark Anthony

What do you get when you mix a little salsa, a little Disney, a little Mark Anthony and a lot of love...welcome to Maritza and Shane's wedding! The wedding was in a ultra modern church and the reception at Heritage Isles in Vierra. For those of you not familiar with the venue, you should check it out. The room was beautiful and the personel incredibly accomodating. Centerpieces were a mixture of florals and tropical fruits, Renaissance Catering provided the tasty food and DJ Shane entertained as well as lit the room to create a magnificient ambiance. It was an evening not soon forgotten. I had the pleasure of meeting the families of both the bride and groom and feel a kinship to the entire extended family. Good luck to the happy couple! Eventfully yours, Betsy

Designed Events Planning - Melbourne, Florida - Fran & George

What can I say about a young couple that has only hope and love in their eyes....meet Fran & George. Not my typical, run of the mill groom but a charming & warm groom nonetheless. When they first visited me at my studio, I was very interested to hear about the wedding day but George had very little to say. It was lovely Fran that filled me in with all the details. With each meeting, George opened up and I am happy to report that by wedding day, George and I were friends. The genuine caring and loving nature that this couple exhibited truly reminded me of why I love the wedding business. Her flower selections reflected the sophisticated simplicity that she exudes! I wish you only the best that life has to offer and many moments of laughter! Eventfully yours, Betsy

Designed Events Planning-Melbourne Florida- "Double the Fun" B'Nai Mitzvah

It isn't everyday that I am given the opportunity to work with one great 13-year-old but I was honored to be hired to work with two charming 13-year-olds getting ready for their big day...their B'Nai Mitzvah! For those of you that haven't been blessed with the exposure of the jewish culture, a b'nai mitzvah is a mitzvah for two. In this case a set of twins...Evan & Ellie. Their theme was broadway and Ellie's creative juices were working when she came up with the title of the mitzvah "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Temple". The venue turned into old, glam broadway complete with a "Will Call" booth, giant "Sold Out" broadway posters, a "Silent Picture" booth and the "Main Stage" where the twins with their friends sat front and center. As the guests entered they were red carpet ready and when the doors opened it was broadway at its best with great food, good company, fine music and wonderful traditions! Mazel tov Evan & Ellie! Eventfully yours, Betsy

Designed Events Planning-Melbourne Florida- Thank you!!!!

It's official!!!! I have the most AWESOME job in the world. Working with wonderful people and learning new things everyday.... whether it is a new word in hebrew for an upcoming bar/bat mitzvah or a cherished tradition from a foreign culture. I have the privilege of coming into people's lives during some of their most precious moments. I would like to thank all of my former clients for having faith in me to deliver a spectacular event and to thank future clients for the possibility of working with you. Eventfully yours, Betsy