Hello happily engaged couple, We understand where you are…read moreright now in the process. You're excited about the engagement, and the thought of your upcoming wedding. Congratulations. We also know however, that the more you Google looking for answers, the more questions you have! Even if you have a venue, you now need to worry about seating charts, timelines, hairstylists, weather, forest fires, COVID, cleanup- oh my! "Do I even need a wedding planner?" may even be a question that you are pondering- and that is ok! The good news is, this review that you are reading is the review you need. As partners, we were asking ourselves these same questions. In hindsight, we would have been stupid to not hire Terri/Events Extraordinaire. Should you simply care about the bottom line, then skip the rest of this review and just hire her already! If you are interested to know why, please see below. Although one of us was skeptical in the value of a wedding planner, I can assure you that Terri's actions and efforts were invaluable in making our day perfect. From the very first meeting, we were relieved at the methodic approach Terri takes to wedding planning. Your first meetings are simply getting to know each other and learning what the couple wants to achieve with the wedding. Terri fairly listened to both of our ideas and provided unbiased feedback and guidance. These little nudges compounded to big decisions which encouraged us along the wedding planning process. Speaking of the process, Terri has one. She has timelines, 'day of' agenda's, and planning deadlines that keep not only the couple, but also your vendors on track! Although you may expect the planning process to go smoothly, just as we had, of course life happens. We had a serious issues with one of our main vendors (That we found before working with Terri) the month before the wedding. We promptly referenced Terri's pre-supplied vendor list and found someone who was more budget friendly, that produced fantastic results. Then, just one week before the wedding, the HMUA dropped out (crazy we know!). Terri picked up her personal cell phone that same day, to step in, and spent the evening with us hunting down alternates. To us, Terri felt like another family member with all of the right tools in her tool box to help us navigate the complex nuances of wedding planning. On the day of the wedding, we hardly noticed Terri- and I mean that in a good way! Seamlessly behind the scenes, our wedding day and timeline panned out about as perfect as it could be. This letter is a testament to her process, value, and care in wedding planning. We were thankful to have found Terri and now look forward to connecting with her any time we are in the foothills! -Adam & Samantha Klick

Terri and her team are absolutely the best at what they do! Her services were recommended by the…read morevenue we picked and I am so grateful for that! I never really understood what a planner would do, but trust me when I say that I would've been completely lost without her! Terri thought of things for our special day that I never would've realized I needed until it was too late. I knew from the very first meeting that she was going to be my calming force for a very stressful day and I was so right! Her value is unmeasurable!! Thank you Terri and team!!

Rosie and her team did the most amazing job for our wedding weekend at the Pinecrest Chalet, which…read moreincluded a Friday welcome dinner, Saturday brunch, ceremony, and dancing, and a goodbye brunch on Sunday. My husband and I first started working with Rosie in 2019, with the intention of a May 2020 wedding. Covid, of course, had other ideas, and we had to reschedule for July 2021. Rosie was with us through every step of that process. She was patient, empathic, and in regular contact as we made the difficult decision quite early in the pandemic to reschedule our event. As a result, we worked closely with Rosie for almost 2 years! She was easy to reach, happy to have a quick chat to plan or talk through minute quirks, and so amenable and open to any of our ideas. She is well connected to many vendors in the area, which was helpful all throughout the process. Rosie excels at balancing what's practical and feasible for an event of your size, while incorporating the elements that make each couple unique. She also has so many fun props and decorations available (e.g., she let us convert her lemonade stand into a frozen banana stand for a cocktail hour giveaway). From the initial setup on Thursday to the final tear down on Sunday, Rosie & her team were there. She helped us with coordinating all of the vendors in an advance and on-site. We truly could not have pulled off the event without her. She regularly thought a few steps ahead of us, and she worked seamlessly with her team to resolve any issues that came up. Everyone was so nice and friendly, too. Our guests had an amazing time and we owe so much of that to Rosie and her team. We give her our highest recommendation.

Rosie is hands down the reason that our Labor Day Weekend wedding at the Pinecrest Chalet was the…read moremost beautiful event I've ever been a part of. She is a wedding mastermind and puts her heart and soul into every detail to ensure YOU enjoy your wedding. I referred to her as my wedding mom throughout the process because she cares about your vision and your budget while dealing with the craziness of family drama sprinkled in. She helped me execute a rehearsal dinner, welcome dinner, brunch, and the full wedding day. I've attached photos from the different events. My husband and I reflect on that weekend all the time and constantly talk about how much we appreciate everything Rosie did to make our wedding dreams come true.

Everything from the decor, the friendly service to feeling like a bride for the first time. Hayley…read morewas amazing. We were allowed to pick out all the dresses we thought would work. Free rein and what a selection!! Owner Kelsie was there was well and was so sweet and welcoming. Never once felt rushed or like I had to choose. Found the most beautiful dress and was SHOCKED it was in my budget. Thank you so much for the amazing experience

This was my second time coming as a bridesmaid and this place is fabulous! Not only did both brides…read morefind the dress of their dreams but the experience comes to life through hospitality, adventure and joy! Choosing from a wide variety of options in different price ranges, brides are able to explore, enjoy and dress up like a princess for the day. We drove 2 hours to get here, and it's so worth it! Bring your crew and find your "I Do" outfit!

We can't thank the Three B's enough for all of their assistance in putting our wedding together…read morethis past weekend! Becky, Belinda, and Bonnie handled everything with such professionalism and style! These ladies thought of everything and made this day run so smoothly for us, I enjoyed every moment and will never forget it! Thanks again Three B's!

One of my best friends needed assistance in planning a Celebration of Life. The event was being…read moreheld at The Opera Hall in Sonora and the Three B's had experience doing events there. While this was their first Celebration of Life service, they did a fabulous job of reassuring us that everything was in order. When you are suffering from a loss, that type of assistance is a true gift. They transformed a plain looking hall into a beautiful setting. We assisted them with the set up and they were appreciative. They were helpful in helping us find the caterer and bartender set up. It was worth it to not have to worry about the event set up and take down. We were able to focus on the service itself and the place looked so perfect. Thank you ladies for making it special. Would highly recommend the Three B's in helping you plan your perfect event.

I just came back from the back side of the store!! They have BALLOONS!!! Lots and all kinds! PARTY…read moreSUPPLIES and Costumes to rent!! Not just a bridal store! I am a local newborn and children's photographer (Sherry Pratt Photography) and I have a cake smash session soon and needed a large balloon inflated with helium. They did the job for me and then-some!! The weights for the balloons were tangible items specially chosen for me! Great touch!

Amazing customer service and great value when renting suits, Not sure about dresses or anything…read moreelse.

Natalie and her team go above and beyond to give you exactly what you asked for. Everything came…read moreout so beautiful. I am really grateful to have found her.

Natalie did such a nice job with the event we had. The venue looked beautiful with all the linens…read moreand tableware and flower choices as well as so many other details. She helped my elderly relative and I to plan a lovely celebration of life, which was so memorable. She was very patient and offered many options. She was always cheerful and good at communication. I would recommend her highly.

Genice was a pleasure to work with. She had a "can do" "don't worry" vibe from the first call where…read moreI nervously inquired about tables and chairs for a birthday party I was hoping would be amazing. My problem was I had no idea if I'd have 30 or 100 guests and I just moved here and had zero connections and a few bad experiences with local companies not calling back. Not long after I handed the planning over to someone who lived 3 hrs away and hoped everything would fall into place. When I went to her showroom months later to pay Genice spent time showing me all the treasures she had to throw parties from vintage crystal luncheon trays to mismatched silverware. I could tell she was someone that truly loved helping others figure out what they like and then gets joy out of helping them make their dreams come true. The night of my birthday party Genice and her team were hired to help serve and clean up. But Genice went beyond this... Several times she was seen scooping someone up by the arm and leading them to the dance floor. She wanted to make sure everyone was having fun. She helped me be a better host which was so unexpected. She has a contagious smile and a warm personality. She has chosen the right business and I wish her all the success in the world. I would definitely give Genice a call or text if you're planning a party of any size and prepare to be impressed!!

I used Elegance by design for my afternoon wedding and they were awesome and so professional…read more Genice was there to understand my needs and wants and make my day beautiful. She made sure i had everything and kept it organized. We had a great time laughing and keeping things light so there was no stress. I recommend her services and rentals for any event. Also The air conditioned bathroom we rented for the event was absolutely amazing. They supply it all. Cant wait to come up with another event so i can work with her again!!

Ryan and Sound Extreme were amazing!! We hired Ryan (the owner) as the DJ for our wedding at Rush…read moreCreek Lodge on November 2nd and it could not have gone better! The planning process was very organized and Sound Extreme's online planning tool was so helpful in choosing all of the special songs (first dance, processional, etc). We had two skype/facetime meetings with Ryan before the wedding to go over details (event order, special songs, what to expect, etc) and we had no doubts that everything would go smoothly. I didn't worry about it at all on the day of the wedding, and knew I could trust Ryan and his team (including Sarah, the mirror photobooth attendant) to be there, on time, and do their job. Ryan was very attentive both after the ceremony (he even brought us water afterwards) and during the reception. He totally kept the party going and several people complimented us on having such a fun wedding. Ryan surprised us with fun lights and glowsticks during the dancing portion of the reception, and we had the most amazing time. Ryan is a professional, and we put the music in his very capable hands. We included songs on our must play, play if possible, and do not play lists, and asked that he use his professional judgment in selecting what to play. We're so happy we did this, and if we ever need a DJ in the future we know who we're going to call!!! I would highly recommend that you hire Ryan for your wedding or special event!

Wow, Ryan. Please, take some responsibility, and stop accusing me of being vindictive. You…read moreaddressed the photo booth operator's attitude in a defensive manner, but incessantly fail to accept that THIS particular photo booth did not function properly. I never said anything about ALL your booths. The screen was black. Look into it, and stop blaming me for concocting lies. Getting one more turn in the photo booth after two sessions is not that serious. Also, I blurred the images to protect the identities of those in the photos. The album is "private". It's not cool to post pictures of people without their knowledge. It's funny you think I was trying to pass it off as a photo from your booth though. The purpose was to illustrate the heads cut off. I could get more, but my point has been proven. This is on principle. You accused me of lying in the first response. So I responded with "new fervor". I was simply a guest at this event expressing my dissatisfaction and voicing that of the other guests. Continue to negate responsibility though. At this point, I'd most definitely not recommend any other of your services knowing this is how you handle customer disappointments. Not cool Ryan, to publicize photos of customers who opted for a "PRIVATE" album. It definitely proves your original claim was untruthful though. Mission complete!

The Sensibly Stunning Team is AMAZING! They helped my husband and I make our wedding day dreams…read morecome true and were delightful to work with. They partnered with us throughout every step of our planning journey and offered expert guidance and flawless execution. In addition to providing event coordination services, Julie and Nichole created our floral / decor arrangements and desserts! They created the most incredible deliverables based on a combination of inspiration photos, budget requirements, and in-person consultations. The SSE Team was able to maintain consistent communication while balancing long distance scheduling constraints as my Husband and I live and work in San Francisco while the event was in the Amador Foothills. This incredible mother / daughter duo bring passion, experience, and style to the events they coordinate while offering an unbeatable value to their clients. We look forward to partnering with Julie and Nichole again in the future!

I guess I messed up with my review almost 6 years ago because I don't see it.. oops. So although…read moreI'm very late at writing this review, I can still remember the beautiful job they did with the floral bouquets, decor, and photo booth for my wedding! I was and still so thankful I found them. I had wished I found them earlier in the wedding planning instead of towards the end because I would have had them do so much more! Almost 6 years later and I'm still amazed by their work!