Machine Shop Where Alyssa Weds Jeff

The organized bride-to-be will never fail to place herself at the top of my woo hoo list. Honestly, having an organized engagement has got to automatically mean a happier engagement, just as a rule. And if you yourself are not type A - hire someone who is (like me). But if you are excessively anal, on top of your shit, and manage to do lists like a champ - still feel free to hire someone who is (also me).

Alyssa was a blast to work with before her wedding - easily making me rethink my two-meetings-before-the-big-day day of coordinating package. Actually I am really rethinking this policy.

6 THINGS WE CAN LEARN

Organization is the best way to have a low stress planning process (that and perhaps eloping)
If you’re looking for a way to have special moments with your parents, always, always, do a first look with them
When renting items from vendors be sure to know exactly how many of each item you are getting and when/where they need to be returned
If your wedding ceremony includes multiple rituals, you must have a rehearsal
Said rehearsal is best held at a central location for guests, like your hotel’s banquet room
Even if it’s cold out, outdoor pictures will always be worth it

VIEW THEIR IMAGES:

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CHECK OUT THEIR VENDORS:

Apres Party - Rentals & Decor
Bonnie Martin - Florals
Caitlin Harle - Photography
Champagne Press - Stationery
Collected Rentals - Rentals & Decor
Day One DJ - Entertainment
Farina Baking Company - Cake
Festivities MN - Rentals & Decor
Lady Vamp Artistry - Beauty
Machine Shop - Venue
Market BBQ - Rehearsal Dinner
Nalia's Events - Rentals & Decor
Phos Events - Rentals & Decor
Sarah Jane's Bakery - Catering
Sixpence Events & Planning - Wedding Planner
Spalon Montage - Beauty
The Deco Catering - Catering

Prosperity, Love & Happiness,
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What you get with Josey: a wedding coordinator veteran who will make sure that everything runs smoothly. She can act as a sounding board, help you with decision making, and alleviate a lot of the stress you feel about the big day. Could not have had a more wonderful experience working with Josey!

Machine Shop Where Alyssa Weds Jeff

I found Josey through a recommended vendors from our venue--I initially didn't think we needed a day-of coordinator, but after our venue required one, I sought out someone who best fit mine and my now-husband's personalities + our overall vision for the day. After meeting Josey, I just knew that she would be perfect for the job. She was SUPER organized, bubbly, down to earth, genuinely interested in making sure our day was perfect, and as a bonus she looked just like my maid of honor. Ha! It was a sign. It's a shame we're only getting married once because I'd love to spend more time with her. She was super easy to work with during the entire process and was always quick to answer an email no matter how dumb my question seemed. I wanted our day to be seamless and relaxed, and a day for our families (and us, of course!) to enjoy without worrying about logistics and all the "behind the scenes" stuff. I am so relieved we ended up having a coordinator, especially Josey and her team, because our day was simply perfect. I would recommend her to anyone, she is as good as they get.

Big Stone Mini Golf Where Hannah Weds RJ

What we really appreciated about working with Josey is that she helped us plan our wedding on our own terms. She gave us a ton of tools and advice and feedback, but ultimately did not pressure us on anything. Instead, she helped us make decisions by listening to our ideas and writing them down as if they had been decided - which was perfect for us because we would have agonized over decisions right up until the last minute.

Josey single handedly changed Hannah’s mind about day-of coordinators. Our wedding would not have been possible, let alone as beautiful and fun and joyful as it was, without her guidance and support. She kept us grounded through the process, and we always left our meetings with her feeling calm and ready for the next steps. On the day-of, she managed everything - schedule, family, details - perfectly, keeping us out of the weeds to enjoy our day

Hutton House Where Kelly Weds Matt

Wow, where do I even begin? Matt & I are so lucky to have found you. I truly believe my grandma sent you to us! You have helped make our wedding planning & wedding day more amazing than we could have imagined. Our big day ran so smoothly and it’s all because of you!

Paikka Where Justin Weds Jacob

Josey coordinated our wedding on August 25 and we had a fantastic experience working with her. Leading up to the wedding, Josey maintained a great amount of contact and communication by reaching out frequently enough to keep us comfortable that we were all on track with planning. She’s also very quick with recommendations and responses to our questions—even at the height of wedding season. I didn’t realize how valuable having a good day-of coordinator would be until the wedding day actually arrived! Josey made the day so much better. She anticipated things that we never would have considered and stayed on top of a huge number of details (everything from vendors, timelines, and layout to tricky social dynamics and my very particular demands about music transitions and media presentations). Most of all, Josey’s cheerful, smiling confidence was super reassuring—you can tell she knows what she’s doing and has everything well-in-hand so that you can relax and enjoy the wedding day. Plus, Josey’s just a really great person and we enjoyed having her involved! You won’t regret working with her!

Gale Woods Farm Where Robin Weds Tom

“Josey is the best! From initial meetings and online planning to a site visit, rehearsal and the actual wedding, Josey and her team helped us pull off an extremely elaborate day of events seamlessly. We had two different venues with so many unique and custom requests and Josey met them all with confidence, a smile, extreme organization and a positive attitude. Our wedding day was perfectly on schedule and stress free, thanks to the hard work of Sixpence Events”

Muse Event Center Where Kayla Weds Dylan

Kayla and Dylan’s ceremony and reception at Muse Event Center in Minneapolis

Gale Woods Farm Where Marisa Weds Joseph

“Thank you, Josey, so much for being a part of our wedding day. We had so much fun in part due to your expert skills. Everyone raved about your positive energy and how much they appreciated you too!”

Hyland Hills Ski Chalet Where Ashley Weds Tom

“I wouldn’t know where to start if I did that on my own. Our day was exactly what we wanted and went smooth and most importantly, zero nerves at all, because I had total confidence in Josey as well as our other vendors. Thank you!!”

Day Block Event Center Where Jill Weds John

Jill and John were so great to work with, you can tell they just wanted to enjoy their wedding day…

Nicollet Island Pavilion Where Melinda Weds Jacob

Josey is the BEST EVER!!! I knew we had to work with her from our first meeting! She is so fun and perky and you will be instant friends. Trust me. She really does it all and has your back the whole entire planning process, even if you only need a day-of coordinator. The planning tools she uses are great and it's really easy to use to track your planning progress. She will make sure you are taken care of! We met several times during the planning progress and on the day of she ran the whole show like the pro she is. Did I also mention she is just full of knowledge and information about all things wedding? The woman has a podcast!!! And a blog too! She covers all the essential topics in wedding planning is so fun to listen to! She is the best :)

Machine Shop Where Mandy Weds Curtis

“Our wedding day was smooth, organized and magical. Everything went off without a hitch (that I'm aware of). And that's how you truly know Josey is AMAZING at her job! In the beginning, I'm not going to lie... I wasn't sure that I needed a coordinator, but after that experience I couldn't imagine our wedding without her! As my husband said, "It was like magic... we needed something and POW! Josey pulled it out of her fanny pack." She is the BEST in the business that's for sure!”

Nicollet Island Where Anna Weds Tim

“She was there to make sure everything was set up correctly, and everyone was where they needed to be for the ceremony. During the reception she was invaluable and made sure everything ran smoothly, and then she was there to organize everything we needed to take home. I can't recommend her highly enough!”

Day Block Event Center Where Kaylie Weds Travis

"Thanks again for everything! We really appreciate your work on our wedding. Especially all the coordination and fire putting out on the day of the wedding!!!

Machine Shop Where Hannah Weds Jason

"I love that you got me and my crazy vision of being surrounded by balloons. You are a magician! Josey made the end process even easier for us. It was truly a weight off of our shoulders. I feel like I need more Josey in my life - can we seriously be best friends?! The day was perfect - it truly was. I know that’s cliche, but it all went smoothly and Jason and I had the best day ever."

Legacy Hill Farms Where Jenna Weds Kevin

"We love you! Not only were you our day-of coordinator, but we got to develop a friendship with you. Your humor, organization, advice, and excitement was incredibly helpful through the planning process. Your presence on the day out everything at ease, knowing you knew our vision and we're going to execute it greatly."

Day Block Event Center Where Meghann Weds Ty

"It made me feel like everything was really coming together. I appreciate your great communication, your organization, and your fun attitude and energy. I would highly recommend you to others!"

Nicollet Island Pavilion Where Eloise Weds Marvin

Josey is my new best friend. She was so chill throughout all the planning and made me so relaxed on the wedding day. She knows her stuff almost TOO well! Would highly recommend.

Real WeddingsJosey StaffordOctober 11, 2019