Method Event Planning and Design

31/01/2024

✨GIVEAWAY✨

Hi friends!

Just your neighbourhood wedding planner here wanting to give you an opportunity to support your engaged friends in your life!

was first brought to the scene as Saskatchewan’s only virtual wedding show in 2021 and now we are bringing it to you LIVE and in person on March 10, 2024 at TCU Place.

Fashion show, live music, photo booths, cash bar, and some of Saskatoon’s most amazing wedding vendors and makers under one roof!

✨BUT WAIT THERE IS MORE!

We will be having a few information/planning sessions throughout the year that anyone who has a ticket can rsvp to! We want to give them the opportunity to learn from experts and ask questions while also connecting with others who are in the same stage of life: GETTING MARRIED!

January was long, so I’ll make this easy:
• follow
• tag your friends who you want to win the tickets
• bonus share to your story and tag

HAPPY WEDDING PLANNING!

I’ll draw Monday, February 5!

This giveaway is not associated or sponsored by Meta.

18/10/2023

what do I want to see more of?!




totally knocked the florals out of the park for Suz and Ronan’s wedding this summer 😍

captured the details perfectly, allowing us the opportunity to relive this magical day as the seasons turn!

13/10/2023

I saw someone last night that I don’t often see who I happen to think is doing really amazing things.

I’ve been sitting on these words that have been living rent free in my mind for about the last six months as I see so many different things happening on our social feeds.

Right now there is a lot of hate and fear and my heart goes out to all people affected by our social climate. This post is not targeted towards this current reality. Right now you do need to stir that pot and make people feel uncomfortable if they are apart of the problem.

Today, these words are for the people who are intentional with their action, their work, and their life. The people with solid integrity trying to do the right thing and make the world a better place.

It’s easy to feel like you aren’t seen in this fight for the betterment of society, but I see you, I appreciate you, and I am you.

26/09/2023

here for cozy season (but also slightly above seasonal temps).

seriously though, where are you all heading on vacation this year? And does it cost less than a million dollars for a family of 3? Without an overnight somewhere to fly from Saskatoon?

✨🤞🏼🙃😅

17/09/2023

the sun feels golden today ✨

I always encourage taking a few moments as newlyweds (!!!) throughout the day where it’s just the two of you:

• immediately following your ceremony to take a breath; you did it!
• sneak away with your photographer to capture some golden hour/sunset photos (these are sometimes the most organic and lovely photos- the ones with the most magic)
• end the evening with a dance (may I suggest a replay of your first dance song?) the reception is such a busy time and often the couple spends a big chunk of it apart. (I know I spent a lot more of my reception on the dance floor than my husband did)

You’ve spent 12-18+ months planning this epic celebration of love and the day flies by. Having these check in points throughout the day will leave you feeling connected with each other even if the day pulls you into a million directions!

15/09/2023

still over here creating magic with

throwing it back to a few details captured of Celeste and Malcolm’s wedding at The Barn this spring.

memories captured: .marie.plett
space:
florals:
planning:

10/11/2022

the stats

throwing it back today to the first wedding of the season that Karly and I planned and coordinated together as Brick Loft Event Co]] as our “busy” (I hate this word) wedding planning season comes to a close this weekend. Since this lovely Sunday at the end of May, we have accomplished the following:

• 10 offsite planning weddings together
• 12 offsite planning weddings under our “old” companies
• 3
• 20 in-house weddings at Brick Loft Event Co]] (80% who added one of our planning add-ons)
• 5 major events with (and many of their Network Series)
• 27 social and corporate bookings

IN 5 MONTHS!

I’m not usually a tire pumper or horn tooter, and words or affirmation make me feel really uncomfortable IRL. But I am FREAKIN PROUD of what we have accomplished so far, and what is to come.

we have a small, female-centric team that work hard, are kind, and truly invested in Brick Loft Event Co]] and we couldn’t be more grateful for them.

we have a full schedule of holiday parties and celebrations coming up, and this certainly isn’t a “year wrap up” - that’s to come.

as our girl says “let’s go girls”

15/09/2022

brick loft event co

Just a reminder that things are quiet over here as I wind down being a solopreneur and take over the world (of events) at Brick Loft Event Co] with Karly and our growing team.

we are first an event space, but also a full service planning firm supporting couples, companies, and non-profits plan and facilitate events of all types in and out of Brick Loft.

head over to that corner of Instagram to see all the magic we’ve been creating!

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Brick Loft Event Co]

25/07/2022

here is your mid season reminder that colour at a wedding shouldn’t be scary.

It’s beautiful, adds texture and depth to the space, and generally makes peoples’ souls happy.

While I’m always here for a monochromatic white moment, wedding day was breathtaking!

lens:
florals:
decor: Brick Loft Event Co] and
venue: Brick Loft Event Co]

29/05/2022

I just woke up

to many this may seem like not a big deal; but for me, this is huge! I’ve got this weird phobia of resting, especially during wedding season. This WEEK my body kindly got me through a luncheon event, a golf tournament, a , and 2 full weddings (yesterday’s adding a whopping 35,000 steps to the counter).

As someone who works so much of the summer, I constantly try to be present and active as a mother and wife when I’m not (never truly 100%). I feel guilty saying “I need a nap” or “I need to sleep a little longer”.

My husband took Olivia to visit grandma yesterday in Yorkton and my body took the opportunity to just be and sleep for a while (I did wake up at 6:30 by nature, 7:30 to respond to the emcee for my wedding coming up on Friday, but only just woke up as Scott was calling because it was so unlike me to not check in when I woke up).

So to you parents, entrepreneurs, corporate friends, serial-volunteers, I just want to let you know, it was actually really lovely to rest and to now feel rested! Zero guilt here. I’m actually going to take myself for lunch!

23/04/2022

fini

Spending a little extra time at the office this evening working on to-dos getting ready for my final wedding season as a “solopreneur”.
( Of course I’m working this season with with our other venture but I have a few pre-partnership contracts to fulfill)

My 6 final Method Event couples will always hold a special place with me. Although I am eternally grateful for each and every couple who has trusted me independently to work with them; I’m feeling like my lasts hold the same space as the firsts. Their spot in my memory will remain forever the most vivid.

This year is filled with some lovely people; including Brett and Matthew who originally had a larger wedding planned in the city, but even after restrictions were lifted, opted to do what felt right for them and are having an intimate tented backyard wedding in Prince Albert this June!

I’ll share more from each wedding as they unfold this summer, but included in the lineup is my best friend’s brother and his fiancé. My last wedding will be a couple who postponed from 2020 bringing this wild ride full circle!

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22/02/2022

just a soft reminder

YOU GOT THIS!

whether you’re a couple in the planning process, a vendor trying to map out their busiest year, or just someone with a personal or professional goal

take some time to manifest what you need and want for the coming months

once I figure out mine I’ll share!

what are you needing right now?

04/02/2022

aisle markers

here is a 2022 trend that I’m predicting (hugely because I’m going to encourage everyone who can to have these beauties adorning the ground).

ground pieces can be easily repurposed in your reception space; infront of your welcome table, cake table, podium, seating chart, base of long tables. The possibilities are endless!

this specific style adds a soft garden element into any indoor space.

what do you think of aisle ground markers?

lens:
planning + design: Brick Loft Event Co]
florals: Brick Loft Event Co]
venue: private residence

14/12/2021

golden

sneaking away after dinner to capture that beautiful golden sun is so much more than just the photos (although the photos alone are )

it’s an opportunity for you both to take a quick moment to decompress, reconnect privately, and just take a moment to appreciate the day for all it has been so far, and is sure to be during the evening.

the day goes by soooo quickly, so be sure to take a few moments throughout the day; immediately following your ceremony, after dinner, and then when you’re in the thick of the party take a step back together to fully appreciate all the energy and lovely humans who came together to celebrate the two of you. there really is so much magic on a wedding day that can slip by if you let it.

also, low key obsessed with all of the images from and Matt’s wedding delivered from

24/11/2021

in case you’re wondering…

a hanging garden, above a King’s table, in the centre of the room surrounded by your loved ones is always a good idea.

15/11/2021

Hello! Please join some of Saskatchewan's loveliest wedding vendors LIVE next Thursday, November 25th from 6:30PM-9:30PM for FREE on SK Modern Wedding Summit. You can also watch replays from our virtual summit that took place this past spring.

Register for free tickets here: https://pheedloop.com/SKWeddingSummit/site/home/

SK Modern Wedding Summit by Method Event Planning and Design and Pretty In The Pines Events on March 28, 2021. Virtually, Of Course!. Register now, and learn more!

14/11/2021

we’ve had snow (small amount), for less than a week and I’m already ready for a hot holiday ☀️🌮🍹

I’m sure it’s a combination of not being allowed to travel anywhere for a long stretch, the fact we have had such a warm fall, and the fast that our industry just finished one of the busiest seasons; but I’m ready.

having a destination wedding? please take me with you 🤣😉

but in all seriousness, I’ve seen a lot of people travelling recently. If you are one of these people; how did it feel? How was the energy of the people in the destination you went? What is the world like right now?

I’ll just be over here flipping through this editorial from early last year. Full list of vendors on the photo! 🤍

09/11/2021

*snow* is in the forecast this week and I realized my concept of time is so distorted right now. I feel like most of us haven’t processed the last year in a traditional linear pathway, and so it’s okay that this wedding feels like it was both yesterday and an eternity ago.

most of you know I have a toddler, who “2 hours” “2 days”, “2 minutes” and “2 seconds” all have the same allotment of time in her reality - a simple count of 2. 1,2.

I feel like our entire industry (or let’s be honest, world) has been living on Olivia-time since the beginning of this all.

there have been moments where I wanted less hours, time to fast forward and moments where I needed more time. more time to work on “a” or process what happened at “b”.

our household spent the weekend slowing down (we have a huge to do list and my husband generally doesn’t “rest” well so it was necessary). But now, now is the time for processes, touch bases, re-organization of my home (and garage so I can park in there this winter).

this week is my first full week back as a full time entrepreneur without a structured part-time in-office event focused job. is in full swing, getting things done before our possession date and I couldn’t be more excited.

I’ll be sure to share more of the happenings as they unfold in a hopefully somewhat linear path.

also, although I’m out of the “thick” of it, there are still many creatives who are treading, many who are prepping for their busy season. so of course, as always…

be kind

20/10/2021

GIVEAWAY!

I’m feeling incredibly grateful as I finish up the 2021 wedding season and it coincidentally happens to be

My business is pivoting with the new partnership and launch of and I realized there are probably so many amazing small businesses I don’t even know about!

Soooooo!

▫️tag your favourite local

… that’s literally it. On Sunday, October 24th I’ll choose one comment and purchase the winner a $100 GC to that business!

Good Luck!

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Venue:
Florals: .floral.atelier

05/10/2021

Posting this from a few weekends ago the moment Instagram starts working hoping to beat the algorithm.

But honestly, we can’t wait to begin hosting people in our space

It’s wildly humbling how many people believe in what we are creating and have booked events with us; we are almost fully booked for weekends in July!

thank you thank you!

23/09/2021

j o y

23/09/2021

I tried posting this one earlier with the other batch but it didn’t work. So, 2 posts in the same day after not posting for 12 days. Take that

22/09/2021

fall is usually a time when the industry starts to quiet and we take a breath; 2021 you are like no other.

we still have 5 weddings and a before the end of the season and are feeling extremely grateful!

to celebrate Fall I bought some PSL creamer, made myself a coffee this morning, and left it on the counter when we left the house…

what do you do to celebrate the new season?

10/09/2021

and in the blink of an eye this sweet little babe turned into a wildly independent sweet child stepping into the next part of her life 🤍

07/09/2021

I’m here for the fall vibes.

Summer has been a wild ride and as grateful I am for every singular moment, I am ready for a slower fall schedule and time to reconnect.

Also, I had my first when I went to Edmonton with and now I’ve had 3 in a week and half…

This weekend’s wedding is going to be fully of moody fall vibes and I’m so excited for it!

What are your fall go-tos?

to this 2019 editorial. Just a reminder that keeping things classic will result in a timeless wedding you feel proud to share again and again!

22/08/2021

six years

In other news, it’s our sixth anniversary today! I was just talking with my friend Carla yesterday and we think anniversaries should be just as celebrated as birthdays. Marriage is hard and it takes two people committing to the relationship and each other. This should be celebrated! We (I) wanted a big party last year, but , then this year I’m just on my way home to my family now, so maybe lucky number 7 celebration

Thank you to this guy for not only being a great partner (even if I don’t always tell you), and an even better dad to miss O.

*disclaimer he will be proud as I’m writing this as I let the old work van warm up “because you need to let old vehicles warm up…it’s a 2007…

10/08/2021

You know you’re in the thick of wedding season when your last social post was 2 weeks ago 🙃

The last month has been wild and lovely and it’s so great to see couples gathering with their people again 🤍

We are heading to North Battleford this weekend for an intimate celebration, Prince Albert next weekend for a big tented wedding full of lovely details and moving parts, and then I actually have a few weekends “off” to reset and start finalizing all the details for September and October.

And of course, MOVING INTO

That being said, and I do have a few openings for the remainder of 2021 for Month of Coordination and 2022 for Any support (Month of, Partial Planning, Full Planning).

We will be working as a team with both things at Brick Loft and outside of and I’m so excited to team up with her and crush some major goals in 2022!

Want to work with us? Let’s chat!
Florals (and this photo):
Photographer:
Venue:
DJ:
Rentals: +
Cake:
Photo booth: .ca
Ceremony and Cocktail Party:

29/07/2021

Last Chance!

We have made the decision to open our books for "month of" or "partial planning" for the remainder of the 2021 and spring 2022. Fun twist, Karly and I will be working on these weddings together! Two planners for the price of one 😉

Reach out via email if you have any questions or would like to check our availability!

28/07/2021

stay golden

I feel like there are huge pressures for couples to follow a “traditional” outline for the day that makes the most sense for their guests.

while I’m a huge fan of guest experience, I don’t think you should “bend” your perfect day for convenience.

want a later ceremony for golden hour formals? Do it!

want to sneak away for sunset photos? Pause your speeches and do it!

want to leave the party at 12:00AM with a formal send off? Do it!

Regret is a nasty thing and I never want you to regret a decision you did or didn’t make!

21/07/2021

Yesterday was the anniversary of this lovely couple (I saw they did an anniversary photo session and can’t wait to see the results).

This weekend I head back to for my first *restriction-less* wedding there since 2019 (I did have a lovely fall 2020 wedding and there during this time).

I’m excited to see this lovely space and some of my favourite people again!

Have you been to a wedding without restrictions yet? How amazing was it? (Also get if it was a bit weird for you!)