First thing’s first. My name's Dickie, short for my middle name, Dickinson. Growing up as a triplet meant I’ve been part of a team since inception. (My parents were role models of coordination, planning, and fairness!).
 
For the last 12 years, I’ve worked as an event planner,  first in London, then in Charlottesville, VA. After six years working with well-known companies, I went off on my own in 2010.
 
“Just a little ditty…” began as a blog in 2008 with a simple purpose: to share inspirations with the world. From poems, quotes, and hand crafted, letter press note cards to my hand-sewn ditty bags, eventually my side passion project merged with my professional talents. I found my calling in curating events that brought forth joy and gratitude to loved ones gather together.
 
Wedding planning lends itself to ingenuity and inspiration, whether I’m making the most of a budget, transforming a rustic barn into an ethereal experience, or designing details that nod to the couple’s story. I love the countless opportunities to be creative, finding angles that make every event custom-made, and helping the day unfold as naturally and seamlessly as possible.
 
I want my clients to experience their wedding day in its entirety. I remember during my own reception, when the caterer approached me with a question. I cheerfully directed him to my wedding planner, Maureen, and promptly forgot about it.
                                                              
During my wedding, I didn't worry about a single thing. And that’s my goal for each of our brides — let us do all the worrying so you can cherish these once-in-a-lifetime moments.
 
Because life well lived is about making moments, both big or small, into lasting, meaningful memories. 

                                                                                                                xo, Dickie