CURRENT VALUE: $53,789
When we made announcement of the package to the wedding community, we were quickly overwhelmed with so many generous offers to help! We received multiple offers in most categories and truly have had the opportunity to select from the best of the best. So all of the companies below have agreed to donate their services and help make this the most unbelieveable wedding possible.
Will “The Big” Wedding Package get even bigger? If your wedding-related business is willing to help a great cause, please consider donating your product or service and help make this the most grand and highly anticipated wedding in Minnesota. Please email your offer to mytrade@bigtradeup.com.
If you are a bride-to-be or someone interested in this wedding package and would like to learn more please contact us! The wedding couple that trades for this package does not have to use the providers listed and has complete flexibility to make it their own special day. These best-in-class vendors are in high demand so our wedding planner will coordinate everything and make sure your date is available. Lastly, don’t worry if you’re not sure what you could possibly trade, we have plenty of ideas…
So here it is… “The Big” Wedding Package
CATERING | VENUE | WEDDING CAKE | CHINA & LINENS | DECOR
Owner Jerry Kane, an award-winning Chef and owner of Kane’s Catering will personally cater what he promises will be the most amazing food he can offer! At $60 per plate, this food package will serve 250 guests and includes a wide variety of choices for dinner and appetizers. Kane’s total offering that kicked off “The Big” Wedding Package includes:
$15,000 – Ultimate Food Package for 250 guests
$3,500 – Reception Hall allowance – Location of your choice!
$1,000 – Wedding Cake allowance at Butter Cream, Muddy Paws or Queen of Cakes
$1,000 – China & linens
$1,000 – Hall decoration package
WEDDING PLANNING
Thanks to Emily Colletti and Kristy Oldham, owners of eventcouture for becoming our wedding planner! We had several planners offer their full service package and these two were especially impressive. In addition to offering their Full Event Services Package, they will be helping us pull together this amazing package. Value $3,500.
THE DRESS
Thanks to Sara Nivala, owner of The LOFT Bridal & Design in Lakeville. Sara has agreed to donate up to a $4,000 bridal dress and shoes from her selection of exclusive designers.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Thanks to Melissa Mlejnek, owner of La de da Photography who will capture the event. This 7 hour package is valued at $3,000.
WEDDING VIDEO
Thanks to Stephanie Ring and Chris Laskowski, owners of Bliss Wedding Video for donating their Platinum Wedding Video package valued at $2,700.
BRIDESMAID DRESSES & TUXES
Thanks to Meghan Marine, owner of Heartstrings Bridal in Hopkins who has agreed to donate up to 5 bridesmaid dresses and 7 tuxes for the wedding party. A value of $2,200.
WEDDING BANDS
Thanks to Consumer Direct Diamonds for donating custom designed wedding bands for the bride and groom. Value $2,000.
FLOWERS
Thanks to Carra Otten, owner of La Petite Fleur for agreeing to donate a $1,500 wedding floral package.
PHOTO BOOTH
Thanks to J.J. McKay, owner of Party Zone Productions for donating a premium wedding photo booth package valued at $1,400.
CHOCOLATE FAVORS
Thanks to Bridget Koch and Anne Stacy, owners of Simply Dipped for donating 250 of their chocolate covered bride/groom pretzels that are packaged and personalized for the wedding. Value $1,354.
TRANSPORTATION
Thanks to Amber Thompson with Twin Cities Trolleys for donating one of their vintage trolleys and 1962 Bentley for 2 hours of service. Value $1,180.
HAIR & MAKEUP
Thanks to Hana-April Chughtai, owner of Unveiled Styling & Events for donating hair & makeup services for the bride and 5 bridesmaids. Value $1,100.
CALLIGRAPHY
Thanks to Rosann Konieczny, owner of Rosann Konieczny Calligraphy for offering personal calligraphy for all invitations and place cards. Value $940.
HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE
Thanks to Steve Jacobs, owner of Stillwater Balloons for donating a 1 hour hot air balloon ride. The bride and groom can lift off from the ceremony! Value of $915.
NAILS
Thanks to Juut Salonspa for donating pedicures and manicures for the bride and 5 bridesmaids. Value $900.
CUSTOM MADE VEIL
Thanks to Carmelle Elizabeth for offering to design with the bride a custom made veil valued at $800.
WEDDING DJ
Thanks to Corey Peterson, owner of Just Married DJ Service for donating wedding DJ services valued at $775.
INVITATIONS
Thanks to Emmy Lu Design Studio and Hefty Graphics for donating custom designed invitations and printing. Value $650.
PERSONAL TRAINING
Thanks to STEELE Fitness for donating 6 personal training sessions valued at $600.
HAND STAMPED JEWELRY & GIFTS
Thanks to Erin Edwards, owner of the vintage pearl for donating a $500 shopping spree on their website for hand stamped jewelry & sterling silver gifts.
BEER
Thanks to Summit Brewing in St. Paul for donating 15 cases of Summit Beer to be enjoyed at the wedding! Value $450.
CEREMONY MUSIC – SINGER
Thanks to Nashville recording artist Angela Bobick for offering to perform ceremony music, songs of the couples choosing. Value: $600+
CEREMONY MUSIC – STRINGS
Thanks to The Legacy Ensemble for donating a ceremony and/or cocktail music package valued at $450.
DANCE LESSONS
Thanks to Ballroom Dancing Pro Charlie Hardcastle for donating 4 dance lessons for the bride, groom and the entire wedding party. Value $500.
PERSONALIZED SONG
Thanks to Brian David, owner of Big Day Song for offering to write, record and professionally produce a personalized song for the wedding couple. Value $495.
SPRAY TANNING
Thanks to Mollie Michura, owner of Body & Sol TanSpa for donating a spray tanning package for the bride and 5 bridesmaids valued at $180.