Emily Gladnick

Veteran professional event planner and MBA, Emily Gladnick is currently the Owner and Lead Designer of San Diego-based Urban Garden Floral & Event Design. She lives in Encinitas, CA with her husband and two daughters. She loves whining and dining with her girlfriends, rainy days, and, of course, a well-planned party!

130321 Easter Brunch
March 21, 2013

Want to have an Easter Brunch, but don’t love the idea of an expensive buffet? Plan one of these fun, easy, and inexpensive brunch ideas instead.

Date Ideas

Fun, Cheap Date Ideas to Do This Weekend

February 21, 2013

Looking for something different to do with your SO this weekend? From cliff jumping to ballroom dancing, try one of these new fun, inexpensive date ideas.

Girls Night In

Your Weekend Plan: 4 Fun Girls’ Nights In

January 17, 2013

Avoid the January rut (and chilly weather) by planning a Girls’ Night In. Here are four fun ideas to get reconnected with your friends in the comfort of your own home.

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Give Freely: 3 Great, Cheap Alternatives to Gift-Giving

December 20, 2012

If you’re feeling broke this year (or, um, haven’t hit the mall yet), ditch your shopping list and convince your friends and family to try one of these cheaper alternatives to traditional gift-exchanging.

  • Thanksgiving Ideas
    4 Creative Ways to Host Thanksgiving
    , November 15, 2012

    Thanksgiving is a time for tradition, but that doesn’t mean you have to do exactly the same thing every year! Whether it’s your first time hosting or you want to infuse your usual activities with a little excitement, here are four ways to spice up your Turkey Day.

  • Flowers
    4 Gorgeous DIY Flower Arrangements
    , September 20, 2012

    Having a party at your house, or just been charged with coming up with décor for a work event? Here’s the how-to on do-it-yourself floral arrangements that will look like they were designed by a pro.

  • Summer Events
    4 Outdoor Party Ideas (No Backyard Required)
    , July 19, 2012

    Summer is in full swing, which means it’s light later, everyone’s in the mood to play, and party season is at its peak. But if you don’t exactly have the outdoor space needed to host a big backyard BBQ, try one of these off-site summer party ideas instead.

  • 3 Ways to Plan Your Dream Wedding for Less
    3 Ways to Plan Your Dream Wedding for Less
    , June 14, 2012

    Want the wedding of your dreams—and still having a savings account to speak of? The two don’t have to be mutually exclusive. Stick to these strategies, and you can conserve your cash and still pull off a beautiful day without a hitch.