Planning Advice

Tipping Your Wedding Vendors

filed in

Tipping wedding vendors often comes with much input, confusing etiquette and varies by the region. While tipping wedding professionals for their services is not expected, it is a generous way to show appreciation for their creative work and dedication in ensuring your wedding is a success. As you begin planning the wedding budget, remember to […]

Tipping Your Wedding Vendors | Nellie Sparkman Events and Stationery Studio

Planning Advice

Six Things To Do After Getting Engaged

filed in

Planning a wedding can be a huge fete and it is so important to enjoy the season of life that you are in.  Whether you have been dreaming of your wedding day forever and are ready to jump into the planning head first or you are overwhelmed by all the things, here are the first […]

Soft & RomanSIx Things To Do After Getting Engaged| Nellie Sparkman Events and Stationery Studio

NSE Wedding

A Timeless Blush Wedding at The Hilton President || Maddie and Jack

filed in

There is an old saying that says rain on a wedding day is good luck and I truly believe that Maddie and Jack’s timeless blush wedding at The Hilton President Hotel will bring them a lifetime of love and luck!  The morning of Maddie and Jack’s wedding, it didn’t just rain- it POURED!  Tucked inside […]

A-Timeless-Blush-Wedding-at-The-Hilton-President40.jpg

NSE Wedding, Real Weddings

Boho Chic Kansas City Wedding | Feasts of Fancy at The Hobbs Building

filed in

Several years ago I had the opportunity to work with Helzberg diamonds on it and amazing proposal campaign. During that time, I met Kaitlin, the social media guru behind the campaign. Fast forward a few years and I get an email from Kaitlin. She is engaged and looking for a planner! I was ecstatic. Kaitlin […]

Planning by Nellie Sparkman Events

Planning Advice

7 Wedding Day Timeline Tips

filed in

One of the most overwhelming tasks for a Bride and Groom as their wedding day draws closer is creating their wedding day timeline.  After over eleven years planning and producing weddings, I have learned a few helpful tips and tricks to aid in creating an efficient and smooth wedding timeline.  Of course, I highly recommend […]

Wedding Day Timeline Tips | Nellie Sparkman Events and Stationery Studio

NSE Wedding, Real Weddings

Rose Quartz Summer Omaha Wedding | Noah’s Event Venue

filed in

Becky and Adam exchanged vows at Noah’s Event Space in Omaha, Nebraska on a rainy August day. It was a true honor to be apart of this special couple’s day. I feel so blessed to have had Becky come into my world several years ago as one of our Associate Planners.  I vividly remember Becky […]

Rose Quartz Summer Omaha Wedding | Nellie Sparkman Events and Stationery Studio

NSE Wedding, Real Weddings

Soft Blush Kansas City Wedding | The Brass on Baltimore

filed in

The Brass on Baltimore, one Kansas City’s most iconic wedding venues and historic buildings, was the perfect setting for Hannah and Stephen to exchange their vows before their closest family and friends.  I dare you to find joy and smile when you look at the happiness and love that this couple shares for one another.  […]

Soft Blush Kansas City Wedding | Nellie Sparkman Events and Stationery Studio

Editorial Shoots

Romantic Editorial Shoot with Timeless Details | Weston Red Barn Farm

filed in

As a wedding planner, I am so humbled to have some of the greatest creatives that I have the opportunity to work alongside.  Each person has incredible talents and gifts, which, when brought together leave me absolutely breathless.  This apple orchard editorial shoots was one of those pinch me, is this really happening days.  If […]

Romantic Editorial Shoot with Timeless Details | Nellie Sparkman Events and Stationery Studio

NSE Wedding, Real Weddings

Dreamy Garden Kansas City Wedding | The Grand Hall at Power & Light

filed in

Coordination and Stationery: Nellie Sparkman Events & Stationery Studio /// Ceremony: Holy Cross Catholic Church /// Reception: The Grand Hall /// Florist: Victorian Gardens /// Photographer: Jana Marie Photography /// Videographer: Selby Films /// Entertainment & Lighting: Icon Entertainment Group /// Caterer: Above & Beyond Catering /// Cake: McLain’s Bakery /// Hair: Traci Morby Styling […]

Dreamy Garden Kansas City Wedding | Nellie Sparkman Events and Stationery Studio

NSE Wedding, Real Weddings

Soft and Romantic Kansas City Wedding | The Venue in Leawood

filed in

Lesley and Ryan’s wedding was filled with personal touches from taking photos at Ryan’s Fire Station to their stunning garden inspired blush and gold reception at The Venue in Leawood in Kansas City. We had the opportunity to help Lesley and Ryan celebrate their wedding day this weekend and it was nothing short of amazing. […]

Soft & Romantic Kansas City Wedding | Nellie Sparkman Events and Stationery Studio