At makemudpies we believe that gathering is essential, not optional.
Our mission is to understand the heart of your celebration and curate a seamless, simplified hosting gameplan for you to execute with grace, ease, and joy.
We embrace whimsy, revel in the pretty little details, love getting our hands dirty, and are exceptional listeners. We play with food, love a big box of Crayolas, and are the nicest kids you'll ever meet in the sandbox. We can't wait to meet you and translate your heart's desires into an inspired gathering to remember.
it's as easy as 1. 2. 3.
1.
dream
Share with us your heart's desires! Fine china or paper plates? Leather or lace? Bubbles or beer? Caviar or Cheetos? Are you a DIY enthusiast or a hands-off host? During our initial chat, we'll ask all the right questions to understand your goals and capture the heart and soul of your event.
2.
design
Here's where it gets fun! Our team will take your stream of consciousness and distill it into a cohesive, comprehensive gameplan including a curated vision board, vendor links, menu suggestions and a detailed timeline. Based on your needs, we can pass the baton here or take the ball and run!
3.
do
Execute the gameplan on your own or let us continue to guide you on your hosting journey. We just love to get our muddy little paws all over the details including custom invitations, menu and signage design, food and beverage consultation, curated favors, showstopping displays and more.
“This is the power of gathering: it inspires us, delightfully, to be more hopeful, more joyful, more thoughtful: in a word, more alive.”
Alice Waters
INSPIRATION
WISHGIVING FALL FUNDRAISER
BUILT FOR TWO BRIDAL SHOWER
SUMMER WEDDING
HAVANA NIGHTS
TEAM BUILDING COOKING CLASS
ASHTON'S MOVIE NIGHT
HOLIDAY GALA
HOLIDAY LADIES' LUNCHEON
WINTER GALA
HOLIDAY TEA
GALENTINE'S DAY
ABOUT ME
This is me in Gramma Anna's veggie garden, posing for her "Brownie" box camera and up to my elbows in mudpie fixins'.
I can still smell the dirt as I mixed and scooped and plopped the mud into rusty jar lids, arranging them for "purchase" atop an overturned fruit crate.
We are who we are...and this is me. From finessing mud into family "treats" to styling showstopping tables for hundreds of guests, my heart has always found its way to the table where friends and family gather to share life's joyful moments.
Henry, Mill Valley
“As a first-year single dad, I really wanted my son's 10th birthday party to be awesome...but where to start? Donna swooped in with calm, creativity, confidence and the loving touch of a caring mom. Can't wait to call on makemudpies again to help design my daughter's Sweet 16!"
Elizabeth, San Francisco
"My wedding Pinterest board was out of control! Donna helped me organize my thoughts and drill back down to my true vision, developing a cohesive aesthetic and a realistic gameplan for making it come to life. From our one-of-a-kind letterpress invitations to the popcorn and Champagne tower, my dream would never have come to life without makemudpies! "
Dee, San Rafael
"When an intimate restaurant bridal luncheon expanded to a full-blown at home shower for 40 guests, I knew I needed reinforcements! Donna quickly developed an inspired theme, designed everything from the invitations and menu to the favors and games. She even styled a showstopping bloom bar and make-your-own spritz tower! Bride and guests (and host) were tickled beyond my wildest expectations!"
Laura, San Rafael
"Thank you so much for all the love your poured into our event. You created magic and are such a talent. We know you went above and beyond!"
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