Joyful Celebrations, LLC

10/06/2025

Still not over this sweet first birthday celebration 💕

Weddings will always have my heart, but I love celebrating all of life’s milestones. Yes, I plan birthdays, showers, and events, too!

Event Planning: Joyful Celebrations, LLC
Photography: Daisy Marie Photography.
Balloons & Backdrop: Agape Decor and Events
Decal: Imagery-Ei Signs
Venue: Cushing Field House
Bouncer: Totcercise Mobile Soft Play Gym

09/06/2025

Your warm weather wedding inspo 💫

Design & Planning: Joyful Celebrations, LLC
Venue: Walden Woods Weddings
Florist: Finch Florals
Photographer: Mishelle Lamarand Photography
Content Creation: Sprouts Content
Entertainment: Michaels Entertainment
Bakery: BobbieCakes
Mini Desserts: Nothing Bundt Cakes
Hair & Makeup: AmberLace & Co Hair & Makeup
Audio Guestbook: After The Tone
Glass Rentals: Vibrant Vintage Events
Colored Linens: Special Occasions, LLC
Wedding Dress: Beloved Bridal
Groom’s Suit: Suitsupply
Couple: Lauren & Evan

06/06/2025

Let’s talk about one of the most overlooked but most important parts of your wedding day—your floor plan + seating chart!

It’s not as simple as just where tables go and labeling with numbers. Your layout affects everything - guest flow, dinner service, dancing, and how smoothly your vendors can do their jobs behind the scenes.

Here are some of the biggest things I help my couples figure out:

✨ How to actually organize your seating chart (without the stress)
✨ Where to put your vendors so they’re out of the way but still taken care of
✨ How to number your tables so guests can find their seat with ease
✨ Why your floor plan sets the tone for the whole night - and how to make it work for YOU

If you're feeling unsure about how to tackle your layout, you're not alone, and you're not doing it alone either. That’s what I’m here for 🩶

Save this for later or send it to your wedding planning bestie - your future self will thank you!

Design & Planning:
Venue:
Photographer: Aeryn Yvonne Photo
Videography: Michael’s Entertainment
Entertainment:
Catering: E.G. Nicks of Downtown Plymouth
Bartender: Bottoms Up N More
Officiant: Marry Us in Michigan
Florist: Flowers by Carol
Bakery: Sweet Dreams Pastries
Donuts & Cider: Past Tense
Hair: Kimberley Reed Hair
Make-up: CH Makeup
Couple: Sidney & Kyle

05/06/2025

Throwing it back to this beautiful moment a few years ago 🩶

A lot of couples choose not to do an official first look, but still take a quiet moment together before the ceremony. Holding hands, praying together, grounding themselves before it all begins… it’s such a sweet, intentional way to start the day!

Design & Planning:
Venue: Birchview Events
Photographer: Katie Mac Photography
DJ: Radiant Receptions
Catering: Scratch BBQ and Catering
Bakery: BobbieCakes
Florist:
Linen: Special Occasions, LLC
Make-up: RR Beauty Co
Couple: Hanni & Scott

04/06/2025

These tablescapes? A dream.

But what makes it special is how personal it was to the couple! It’s not about following trends - it’s about creating something that feels like you 🩶

Design & Planning: Joyful Celebrations, LLC
Venue: The Legacy Barn - Weddings & Events
Photographer: Aeryn Yvonne Photo
Videography: Michael’s Entertainment
Entertainment: Michaels Entertainment
Catering: E.G. Nicks of Downtown Plymouth
Bartender: Bottoms Up N More
Officiant: Marry Us in Michigan
Florist: Flowers by Carol
Bakery: Sweet Dreams Pastries
Donuts & Cider: Past Tense
Hair: Kimberley Reed Hair
Make-up: CH Makeup
Couple: Sidney & Kyle

30/05/2025

Clear expectations = less stress and more support 💝

Your wedding party wants to support you, but they’re not mind readers!

If you need someone to carry your touch-up bag, keep the guys on schedule, or distract your mom when she starts getting teary… tell them. Be specific, and don’t feel bad about it!

Clear expectations mean fewer last-minute questions and way less stress. And when everyone knows their role, it frees you up to actually enjoy the day.

Be direct, be kind, and delegate the heck out of it. You’ll be glad you did!

Photography: Monnette Co

28/05/2025

Imagine waking up on your wedding day, stepping outside with a drink in hand, and picking berries in the backyard with your favorite people.

That’s exactly how Victoria spent her morning—and it was so her. A sweet reminder that your wedding morning doesn’t have to look a certain way. Sleep in, go for a walk, pick berries… do whatever helps you feel grounded and joyful as you step into one of the biggest days of your life 🍓

Planning: Joyful Celebrations, LLC & Amanda Violassi
Venue: Violassi Family Farm
Photography: Emily DeKoster
Florist: Poppy Flowers Co.
Catering: Angelfood Academy
Bakery: Sweet Dreams Pastries
Entertainment: DJ Chris London
Rentals: Knights Tent Party Rental & Swanky by G
Late Night Food Truck: Hunter House Hamburgers
Couple: Zac & Victoria

27/05/2025

23/05/2025

There are a few things shifting behind the scenes that could impact your wedding planning, especially for 2025 brides.

📬 First, the USPS has adjusted its working hours and is closing some lower-performing branches nationwide. While we don’t know exactly how this will affect mail delivery just yet, I’d recommend playing it safe and sending your invitations out a couple of weeks earlier than planned.

As a reminder:
– Your RSVP date should be 1 month before your wedding
– Invitations are normally sent out 2 months before that
– Now, I suggest sending them 2.5 months before your RSVP date (aka 3.5 months before your wedding)

📦 On the shipping front, we’re also seeing the impact of new tariffs. Many couples are facing higher costs and longer delays, especially with online orders that ship from outside the U.S.

Here’s a quick tip: if you're shopping on Etsy or Amazon, check the Ship By location. On Etsy, it’s listed on the right-hand side of the screen. Choosing a U.S.-based seller often means lower shipping rates, and faster delivery, and you’ll be supporting a small business - win, win, win 🤍

💐 Lastly, a heads-up about florals: many flowers are imported from Central and South America, and their cost may increase in the coming months due to tariffs. It’s a good idea to check in with your florist - see if they anticipate any rate changes, or ask how to make the most of your floral budget with locally sourced blooms.

Planning ahead doesn’t have to be stressful, it’s just about staying informed and making a few smart adjustments now, so your day can go smoothly later!

Photo: Monnette Co

21/05/2025

Did you know I’ve planned weddings with couples from all across the country?

Michigan is home, but I love how many different aesthetics it offers - from elegant lakefront venues to cozy backyard settings. Over the years, I’ve had the joy of working with couples from Ohio, Indiana, Florida, New York, California, Washington, and beyond.

Whether it’s a destination celebration or something close to home, my goal is the same: make it meaningful, memorable, and true to you.

Fun fact: It’s on my bucket list to plan a wedding in all 50 states. So if you’re not local - don’t worry. I’m just a virtual planning meeting away!

Distance shouldn’t be what holds you back from feeling supported and excited for your day.

Getting married? No matter where you are, I’d love to connect and help bring your vision to life. Let’s start planning 🤍

https://www.joyfulcelebrations.com/

Joyful Celebrations is an Eastern Michigan wedding and event planning company that helps clients make cherished memories.

20/05/2025

Family portraits go a lot smoother when you have a “photo wrangler” on your side - someone who knows who’s who and isn’t afraid to (kindly) herd people into place!

Your photographer doesn’t know which uncle is which, and the last thing you want is to lose precious time trying to track down cousin Steve. Choose a friend or family member who knows both sides (or one from each side if needed!) and give them a copy of the shot list in advance 📋

Trust me—this one small role can make a big difference in keeping portraits quick, organized, and stress-free.

Design & Planning: Vows and Veils Weddings
Coordination Assistance: Joyful Celebrations, LLC
Venue: Pine K**b Mansion, Carriage House and Golf Club
Florist: Vows and Veils Weddings
Photography: Captured Couture Photography
Entertainment: Space Cat Band
Couple: Eric & Becca

17/05/2025

Still smiling after such a beautiful evening at WIPA Cleveland's Runway & Romance this past week 🤍

WIPA (Wedding International Professionals Association) is a national organization dedicated to raising the standard of excellence in the wedding industry through education, collaboration, and community. Their events are designed to bring together planners, designers, and creatives to grow, connect, and celebrate the art of what we do.

This evening was all about inspiration - from runway looks and detailed cake designs to the conversations shared with fellow industry pros likeSimply Brilliant Events - Weddings and Events, Sprouts Content, Festoons and Flourishes, Blaine Steisser, Chelsey Barhorst Photography, Krystina Lynn Wedding and Events, Face by Nertila, and The Cannons Photography.

I’m so thankful for opportunities like this to learn and grow alongside such talented people. Every time I invest in events like this, I come back more energized and excited to serve my couples with fresh creativity and passion!