About me
Events by Pins & Petals

I’m Erin Rugala, the founder of Events by Pins & Petals. I started in the events industry over 20 years ago. Fast forward to today and my love for event planning has evolved into a thriving business that allows me to combine a few passions – taking a clients event from a simple idea to a fabulous reality and turning anything beautiful into something extraordinary. Weddings, Social Events, Corporate Events and even large scale Sporting Events — you name it, I love it all! Event Planning is my trade but making beautiful memories is my calling.

In addition to being a hardworking and highly motivated event planner, I am a wife and a mom of my 3 beautiful children; Poppy, Hudson, and Holland. I am a lover of Champagne & French Fries (which also happens to be my favorite post-event meal!), Purses and Shoes, Starbucks (but only if it is iced!), Animals, and all the pretty things!

At the heart of it all, I truly love what I do—and I feel so grateful to work with such wonderful couples, turning their love stories into unforgettable celebrations filled with beauty, joy, and magical moments.

"Erin is an absolute miracle worker. Not only does she have impeccable attention to detail, she truly understands and brings to life the unique style of every couple."
R & R | View the wedding
"Brides and Grooms take this as your sign to hire Erin! From the beginning to the end, Erin was there every single step of the way. "
C & K
"Erin is the best! I fell in love with Erin while working a wedding with her myself (I am a hairstylist). "
E & R
"We were referred to Erin for our wedding by another couple and we loved her so much we recommended her to all our friends getting married."
R & J
Popular (FAQs)
Wedding Questions
  • Do you offer non-wedding event planning services?

    Yes – I provide event planning services for social and corporate events. To inquire on information regarding this type of service, please contact us directly.

  • Do you offer day of coordination services?
    All of my packages include day-of coordination, of course. However, my shortest planning package is “Month Of” coordination as I do not offer “Day Of” coordination on its own. I have found that having the Events by Pins & Petals team come on board a little further in advance is substantially more beneficial to everyone.
  • Do you travel out of state and/or out of the country?

    Absolutely! Have suitcase, will travel! I am always up for an adventure and a destination wedding.

  • What if I am out of state?

    Not a problem here! We have traveled to meet with clients and we have had many weddings where we don’t get to meet the clients in person until their actual wedding day. The planning process is all the same no matter where you are!

  • Do we set up a consultation prior to booking?
    Absolutely! I think it is a wonderful idea to hop on a call or a video meeting before hiring Events by Pins & Petals.
  • Do you have experience with cultural or religious ceremonies?

    Yes, we love working with clients of all cultural and religious beliefs and we will work with you to ensure that everything is exactly as it should be.

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