Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you! (Special Deal Included)

This year was an another successful year for Weddings and Events by Kristin and I want to say Thank you to all my past clients for making it that way. I couldn't have done it without all of you! I am so blessed to have found such a wonderful job which I love everyday! As a thank you I am giving an opportunity for 2015 clients to take advantage of. If you book a package with us by 1-31-15 you will receive $50.00 off any package and also a $25.00 gift card to either Victoria's Secret or Bed Bath and Beyond. You can choose. Call soon as this is limited to the first 50 people. Call 708-268-7528 or email me at weddingsbykristin@yahoo.com to setup your free consultation. Hope all of you have a great 2015!

Flowers for the ladies

Brides can get so focused on her flowers and decorative arrangements for the church and reception venue that she can give little thought to the flowers for others in the wedding.  One rule of thumb that is helpful to the bride as she orders corsages for other family members.  That rule is "If the word 'mother' is in the description, the lady gets a corsage.  And that means both the bride's and the groom's sides.   That includes mothers, grandmothers, great grandmothers, god mothers, stepmothers, and foster mothers.  They are all honored guests at the wedding and each should receive a wedding day corsage or wristlet.

The flowers don't have to be elaborate but should be suitable.  They don't have to be identical.  You may wish to have something special for the mothers, a different flower and/or color for grandmothers etc.  Choose soft, neutral colors that tend to go with everything. 

It is far better to choose less expensive corsages for everyone than to choose expensive flowers for a few and leave others out completely.  The flowers you present to them should convey love and respect for the influential women in your lives.  Be sure to include the names of these women in your flower order.  Then include one or two extras just to insure that everyone who matters to you is covered.

Black Friday Special!

Weddings and Events by Kristin is running a Black Friday Special. Book a package with us by December 31st, 2014 you will receive a $30 gift card of your choice. Choices are Target, Victoria's Secret, Kohls, Bath and Body works or Olive Garden so please call asap to book your free consultation. Hurry 2015 dates are booking up fast!

7 years and going strong!

So proud to say Weddings and Events by Kristin has been in business for over 7 years now! I have come along way from 1 wedding to double digits a year! I can't thank my staff enough! They all are such an important part of my team. We work so well together! I love my job and am so glad I found a profession that I look forward to everyday. I can't wait to see what the next year is to bring us! Thankful and blessed!

End of Summer 2014 Special

If you or anyone you know needs a wedding and event planner right now we are giving 15% off any package of your choice to end the summer with a bang! Contact us for more details and enjoy the last days of summer.

Happy Summer!!

Today is the offical 1st day of summer! Welcome to good times this summer. We are busy preparing for all of our summer weddings and events. And Please keep us in mind for any parties you will need. No party is too big or small and please have a safe and fun summer everyone!

Glen Ellyn Wedding Walk 2014

Please join us at the Glen Ellyn Wedding Walk this Sunday April 13, 2014.The event is from 12pm till 4pm. It is a wonderful event with lots of raffles, food and entertainment. They are even giving away a free honeymoon. You can check out our table at AliKat 499 Pennsylvania Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL . We will be giving away 4 hours free wedding planning and also a Victoria's Secret gift card. Tickets are $10 for brides and $5 for guests. Registration is from 12-2pm at Veiled by Cha Cha 524 Duane, Glen Ellyn, IL. The first 50 brides will be welcomed by swag bags to fill with goodies along the walk. Come out for an afternoon of fun and help plan the biggest day of your life!

Liquor Service

If you are planning to serve liquor at your reception, there are a few guidelines to remember as you place your order. Know that costs for beverages can be either managed or shoot the stars. The prices of champagne, wine, beer and/or hard liquor can vary a great deal, but with a little research on brands, quantities and service style, you can contain the costs. Most of your decisions will depend on the expectations of your guests and your own personal tastes. Here are some points to keep in mind as you choose your wedding spirits. • Champagne: * Brut = extra dry, Extra sec or sec = medium dry to medium sweet, demi sec or doux= sweet to very sweet. *750 ml = six flute glasses of champagne and 1500 ml = 12 flutes. *Budget two glasses of champagne per person if wait staff are pouring. But you can save costs if you budget one glass per person and have waiters serve from silver trays as they pass among the guests. • Wine: *Sugar Content - very dry = 0% sugar, dry =1 to 2% sugar, medium = 3 - 6%, sweet = 7+% *Budget two glasses of wine per person per hour. *The number of bottles to order will depend on whether or not you are serving cocktails before or during dinner. *Unless dictated otherwise by menu choices and guest preferences, the usual breakdown of wine to be served is 60% white and 40% red. • Beer: *Include a mix of light, dark, imported and nonalcoholic beers. Other factors to consider when determining quantity to order are will you serve wine and beer only or include a specialty drink? Will you have an open bar? Will you serve wine with the meal following cocktails or with no pre meal cocktails? Will you serve after dinner liquors? Will the bar remain open during dinner? Reminders: You will need one bar for every 40-50 guests. You will need one bartender for every 40 guests. Order a minimum of 3 glasses per person for stocking the bar. Work closely with your catering or reception venue staff to insure that your "spirit" needs are met.