Live, Laugh, Love Weddings

06/27/2024

I’m speechless tonight. It was just joy to know Sarah. I’d never met someone so rooted in their faith, so full of life, and so loving to everyone she met. If you knew Sarah you knew pure joy in human form. She is dearly missed. Love to you Ty, the girls, and THE family!

01/30/2024

Looking for Champagne Chivari Chairs, anyone have them (open to chattanooga and nashville locations).

08/29/2023

Home and wedding clean out! Let me know what you want!!!

Baby Stroller $5

Girls size 6/6x leotards $10

“Let them be Little Sign” $8

Huge Playdough tools set $20

Acrylic & gold table numbers 1-12 $30

silver and white 6” pedestal $15

Assorted navy dessert plates $10

Small Brown Leather suitcase/Storage box $15

Pet free/Smoke free home
All in excellent condition

04/05/2023

Love working with the Juliana! Great and hard-working staff that are easy to collaborate with! They allow my focus to to be on my clients and the details that matter the most to them!

02/14/2022

February 14th? What about the 15th?

My first valentine with my husband, we quickly began a tradition of Valentines on the 15th. We got married out of college and not much money in the savings account. So we started celebrating Valentine’s on the 15th.

Why? The first year we were married I cooked a gorgeous dinner, and it tasted awful. My husband went shopping to get me something but couldn’t really afford anything.

Then on the 15th he walked in the door with armfuls of candy boxes, flowers, and a big smile. We realized with the store quick & huge markdowns, the 15th was the way to go. 15 years later we are still doing the tradition, it’s ours. It’s a memory and tradition we created, and love every moment.
Could I afford flowers on the 14th? Yes
Could he buy my favorite chocolate on the 14th? Yes
Would it be as much fun? NOPE!

So celebrate the 14th with candy, balloons, flowers, and hearts! I’ll be celebrating on the 15th.

01/28/2022

They call you what??!!!!

I have many names with clients….
Allison
The pro
Wedding planner
Head Honcho
Lady in Charge
The boss
Ask Her
Drill Sargeant
That lady
The best

…I’ve earned them, cause I make smiles all the day long!

01/26/2022

My people!

I have been doing weddings for 13 years, and I’ve learned a lot. Too much to list, but it’s taken a long time to learn who my people are. Who are my clients?

No I don’t forget client names. I want to help everyone, every couple, but also remembering I’m providing for my family at the same time. I have had to learn when to say no, and when to say yes!

Nichole and Zack are my people. People who value what I bring.
People who trust my talents.
People who I value in return.

In their words:

“Allison was absolutely invaluable. From our first zoom meeting to the wedding, she ensured everything we were discussing and planning had my and my fiance's personalities, tastes, opinions and most importantly, relationship in mind.

Her creativity and unique perspective as a wedding designer - in addition to her planning and coordinating skills - is irreplaceable.

Having Allison and her team (Sarah and Erin) there for the rehearsal and wedding day helped make it the most enjoyable and memorable experience for not only us, but for our families and guests as well. They took care of everything - and I mean EVERYTHING.

All I have are memories of our perfect wedding - and our guests are still talking about what a great time they had. It wouldn't have been the same without Allison and her team.”

Wondering if you are my people? Maybe if I’m your kind of person? Email me and let’s chat…
[email protected]

11/22/2021

What 3 words would you use?

Bravery, Courage, Faith only begins to describe . I’ve known Sarah since was on Union Ave. and she has taught me so much I can barely describe, and it’s time to give back to her!!!

Sarah has been diagnosed with Inflammatory Breast Cancer. She has done treatments, surgeries, and blogged. Boy has she blogged! Sarah has documented her journey and man……
(go to happyenvelope.com)

Sarah makes breast cancer sound like the truth with roots of faith stronger than an oak! Every time I read it I am inspired by her faith, her strength within God, and her constant beautiful outlook on life.

These Coasters were designed by me being inspired by Sarah. Each set is $50, and the sales go straight to help fund her breast cancer battle.

DM me to purchase. Feel free to share to your friends, and Sarah’s friends!!!

To Sarah: you are loved, and Handedness stands with Sarah!

cancer

10/26/2021

https://knoxvillevoyager.com/interview/rising-stars-meet-allison-gaddis-of-west-knoxville/

Today we’d like to introduce you to Allison Gaddis. Hi Allison, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today? Wedding Planning found me. After gaining a job at a local bridal boutique, I found brides asking my advice about centerpieces a...

08/30/2021

My hand are always dirty….

You will find me wearing heels, but rarely with a manicure. My hand are always rough from sanding, dry from staining, and usually have a smidge of paint….

Yes I shower but I love creativity! I love creating, it’s what I thrive to do for my clients.

So bring on the paint dippin, Lowe’s shoppin, wood choppin, and tile carrying all in the name of weddings!

“I don’t do ugly weddings”

08/18/2021

I did it!!! I conquered my first 5k ever!

I have always wanted this, since my 20s. Today I did it. After the year of 2020 I needed to accomplish something, something for me being me.

I trained on vacation, on a girls trip, in 95 degree heat, even on the days I just wanted to nap. I did it!

I invested in myself, my mental health, and reminded myself that I can do anything!

Everything is Figureoutable you just have to conquer fear and believe!

Huge thank you to my family who cheered for me almost every practice run and sometimes in their pajamas. Thank you for letting this mom, wife, and entrepreneur achieve something I’ve wanted for so long!

08/16/2021

Having cute and amazing clients, will never get old!

My clients really are amazing. They let me do what I am great at, and trust me to make it all happen. They are beautiful people who believe in quality, great service, and value others talents. I am truly blessed to have such amazing people not only to work for, but to work with.

Thank you!

08/09/2021

Where did I go?
Am I still a planner?
What’s going on?

These are a few questions I have been asked over the last 5 months. I did take a break, a much needed break. I needed to focus on what I wanted as a business owner, as a mom, and as myself.

Facebook, Instagram, and more or less any media was not what I needed. I didn’t need the reminder of a pandemic, I didn’t need to hear the disagreeing, and I didn’t want another recipe for cookies.
I needed to figure out what my life & my family needed.

So to answer those questions:

1. Where did I go?
Still here in Knoxville, getting myself in a better, productive head space.

2. Am I still a planner?
YES! YES! YES!

3. What’s going on?
I am learning everything is figureoutable. I am teaching myself a new kind of balance. I need my family, I need my work, I need creative outlets, and I need to breathe.

So some things are changing, some things are plowing forward, but no matter I am here as a working mom, wedding designer, woodworking crazy business woman.

Thank you for your love, and support. The small business community really is truly amazing!

05/03/2021

Me- a woman, a mom, a wife, an entrepreneur

A thriving, loud, independent, determined, coffee addict with a side of cookies!

A stubborn, won’t give up, strength builds character boss

A let’s do everything we can with all the time we have, focus on simplicity, can’t stand laziness, and paint everything kind of mom.

I am me, I am Allison.

another side of me comes tomorrow...

04/23/2021

NEW SPRING PRODUCTS

So excited to introduce these new spring inspired round trays! Perfect for Mother’s Day, Teacher Appreciation, and more! Choose from Dogwood, Greenery Garland, or God is Good Designs!

Choose your size of 18” or 15”

To order DM me the design, size, and date needed by! All Mothers Day deliveries will be made by May 7th via doorstep.

Check our stories for ongoing promotions!

04/21/2021

Mom, boss, artist, fluffer, counselor, reinventor, planner, builder, wife...
I have a lot of names, and I’m proud of them all. In one word what can you name me?

04/06/2021

Tip #3: Let kids be kids, and plan for it!

Do you remember as a child ordering balsamic grilled chicken and rice pilaf for dinner? Do you remember not dancing when there was music blasting? No, cause you were a kid.

Kids want to celebrate with you, and you need to expect them to celebrate as kids do. Let them eat cake, let them dance when no one else will. Let them enjoy chicken fingers and french fries. Let them get into some comfy party clothes. It’s okay!

Believe in manners but don’t expect the impossible or the elegance! Stock each kid with coloring books, puzzles, outdoor games, even a wedding scavenger hunt with a prize! After all you did invite them.

*Bonus tip: If you want to go the route of a event babysitter, have a large designated room filled with movies, pillows, some blankets, and activities, and let the parents know ahead of their arrival about the rules and options for the kids.

04/01/2021

Will they go down the aisle? Would you with 400 eyes staring at you?
Tip #2: Make it easy and bribe away!

I have put skittles in the bottom of flower girl baskets, given the best man a pack of Certs, and held a hand or 2 to get kids down the intimidating aisle. Kids are terrified with all those people looking at them. The least you can do is make it easy & fun!
Have them wave streamers or simply tie a balloon on their wrist. A wedding is a celebration!

Have mom or dad seated on the 3rd row near the aisle. Kids can walk or rather run right to them if they’re scared. Remember they are kids.

*Bonus Tip: Remember the weight of a bouquet or the annoyance of a boutonnière. Younger children (under 3 yrs.old) need easy, simplicity, and durability.

03/25/2021

Paint chips=place cards? YES!!!
Everyone knows I am one to get wedding supplies from home improvement stores (hint to next week’s posts)! I love bringing a sense of your own home into your wedding style.
I sent the bride and groom out to pick their ideal color then 2 shades lighter and 2 shades darker. The bride decided to tackle the lettering. I attached them with some copper furniture nails to a sanded, stained, and finished piece of plywood!
Fabulous Place card display!!!
**rtcards

03/23/2021

Are you lost?!
We know where you go! Another of our favorite details are place cards and seating charts! Make them big like we did-A full 8 ft. Tall, folded, & traditional or suspended in air!

Seating charts are a great way to add personality, and to fill a blank area. Add some greenery, some hand lettering and all your guests can navigate to dinner...

No Matter please list your guests alphabetically as they can easily navigate the chart too!

More ideas this week!

03/21/2021

Been spending the last week with the family! We ended with a great hike, and one of our favorite treats ! I have loved every moment!

Back to work tomorrow!