How to I Do: A Brilliant Wedding Planning Guide by a Brilliant Wedding Planner By Laura Kinniburgh Founder of Cherry Pop Events Planning your wedding shouldn’t feel like a second job. It should feel like champagne, confidence, and a whole lot of fun. Enter: How to I Do — your no-nonsense, all-heart companion to planning a celebration that’s personal, polished, and wildly YOU. Whether you’re newly engaged or knee-deep in color swatches, this book is your roadmap to clarity, calm, and celebration. With over 20 years of real-world experience, Laura Kinniburgh brings the retro charm and modern strategy you didn’t know you needed — and now won’t want to plan without. 💍 What You’ll Get Inside: Step-by-step planning chapters from engagement to honeymoon Expert advice on timelines, budgets, venues, and vibes Tips for family dynamics, guest lists, and staying sane Stylish tools for ceremonies, receptions, attire, stationery & more A full section dedicated to the week-of, day-of, and after-the-aisle Bonus: Newlywed real talk chapter to keep the love strong 🖋️ Who This Guide is For: Busy couples who want to plan smart and celebrate hard Brides, grooms, and partners of all styles and identities DIY dreamers, Type A planners, and last-minute magic makers No fluff, no guilt, no outdated advice — just real guidance with sass, class, and heart. 📣 About the Author: Laura Kinniburgh is the founder of Cherry Pop Events, a Southern California wedding and event planning company with a bold vintage twist. With two decades of experience and hundreds of happy couples under her belt, she’s known for her problem-solving sparkle, straight-shooting warmth, and unmatched love for a well-run timeline. She lives for love stories — and she’s ready to help you tell yours. 📘 Perfect For: Wedding planning gift baskets Engaged couple gifts Planners, coordinators, and besties who want to help out Your own personal planning sanity. THIS IS AN eBOOK. YOU WILL BE SENT THE FILE WHEN THE TRANSACTION IS COMPLETE VIA EMAIL. 💄 Cherry Pop Events: Weddings and Events with Sass and Class. Let’s plan yours. cherrypop.events @cherrypop.events

💍 Well, slap on some lipstick and cue the confetti — you’re engaged, sugar! 💋 This ain’t just any ol’ chapter, honey — it’s the start of a love story for the ages, filled with swoons, sparkles, and maybe a smidge of fairy dust. “The Journey to ‘I Do’” is your trusty sidekick, your ride-or-die, your glam little keepsake journal made to capture all the juicy bits — from that rock on your finger to the honeymoon getaway with your main squeeze. Think of it as your dolled-up diary: part best friend, part therapist, part secretary — always ready to catch your ideas, dreams, and plans (with no backtalk). So, pour yourself a cup of something sweet, wrap up in your coziest throw, and let’s start planning the most fabulous walk down the aisle this side of the silver screen. 🍒

Got words that wow? We accept article submissions from writers, industry experts, and guest bloggers who want to share their insight with our retro-loving audience. Submission Guidelines: 1. Articles must align with the Cherry Pop brand: sassy, knowledgeable, fun, and professional. 2. Submissions must be original (no plagiarism, sugar), and uploaded once submission fee has been submitted. 3. Word count: 800–1,200 words is ideal. 4. Content should provide practical advice, wedding inspiration, or event-planning insight. Fees & Editing Rights: 1. A $50 non-refundable submission fee is required upon submission. This helps cover review, editing, and publishing costs. 2. Cherry Pop Events maintains final editing rights to ensure tone, accuracy, and alignment with our brand. 3. Submission does not guarantee publication — if approved, we’ll send you the publication schedule. 👉 Cherry Pop Tip: When you’re published with us, you’ll gain visibility with couples across Southern California who are always looking for stylish ideas and pro advice.