Welcome to my little slice of paradise that is covered in paint, sawdust & pretty colors. Ever since I was a little girl, crafts & parties have always been my happy place and this passion has carried me through life in so many ways. I am a sucker for all the details and given the opportunity, I will make any occasion something to
I'm Nicole, the owner and creator behind Hope in Handfuls Event Decor!
celebrate!
hey, hi hello!
After working eight years in the corporate world of Human Resources and adding a few crazy little boys into the mix (hubby included) the call to create was one I could no longer ignore & I knew that it was time to give this dream of mine a chance.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being here + thank you for making This little dream of mine a big part of your day!
Everything from HH is made with a tremendous amount of love, care, & a genuine appreciation for trusting me to help create your most treasured memory-making moments. Most of my work is done during my kiddos nap times and during the late night hours with my amazing husband by my side, always willing to give me a helping hand. I am a sucker for any reality TV show, Disney World is my home away from home and I can never turn down the opportunity to dance to pretty much any beat. I can’t make any promises that you won’t find me on the dance floor at your event :)
xoxo
- Nicole
FROM CORPORATE BURNOUT TO A CREATIVE PASSION
Life so far...
'89
Graduated from Assumption University majoring in Mass Communications & loved being a part of the campus event planning board & interning as a
wedding planner!
2018
2021
Decided to take a leap of faith give this crazy dream of mine a chance. I left corporate America and Hope in Handfuls was born!
2011
Born and ready to paaaaaarty!
2017
Married my bestie & DIY'ed the Best Day Ever!
2012
Having worked as a restaurant manager throughout college, I started my career in HR at Target & later in Boston!
Had some major life changes, along with the new reality that was 2020 & knew I needed a change.
Became a Mom & my world was never the same! Welcomed my first son, with another one added to the bunch in 2020!
2020
A FEW OF MY ROLES:
Mama
Being a Mom is the best job I have ever had. It's all parts fun, challenging, exhausting & being a small person's whole world is the absolute best feeling there could be.
I wear a lot of hats on the business side but I love having the creativE ability to design some amazing pieces for my clients! being able to fill my cup with this passion, while helping others along the way is my dream come true!
Sissy
I am the oldest of 4 girls (so naturally I now live in a house with all boys!!) My sisters are my built in besties & have always dealt with my crazy antics with a smile. They each hold such a special place in my life & I would be lost without them.
Anything with brie cheese is my love language, and you had me at "there will be donuts." Nacho Cheese Doritos over Cool Ranch any day and mashed potatoes are always a better choice as a side when you're out to eat. Coffee of course and you bet I have room for dessert.
Founder + Ceo
(and some fun facts!)
Foodie
Wifey
If I am going on vacation, I am most definitely going to Disney World. My home away from home and a place where I hold some of my most precious and treasured memories, Disney is the safe place in my heart that I am so blessed to be able to know so well. The jazz music playing at the Boardwalk Villas, a Joffrey's iced chai from a kiosk in Animal Kingdom, knowing the exact twist and turns on Thunder Mountain and the choreographed dance my sisters and I made up to the exact firework show in Epcot, are my finer things in life.
(To Disney)
Mike is my number one fan and the man behind all the scenes. He dove right in, head first and has been with me every step of the way. He deals with all of my ideas, no matter how much work they end up being for him & I wouldn't be here today without him.
Plus he's extra cute, the best Dad & I still can't believe
he's mine.
My parents are the bomb.com & my biggest supporters. They both have taught me so much about following my heart, trusting my gut & believing in myself. Growing up, every birthday party we had was the talk of the town (petting zoos, carnivals, recording studios and even a tea party, where my Dad dressed up as the butler, cumber-bun and all) and it's not surprising I am the way I am. They go all out when it comes to family & I learned from the very best.
Daughter
Traveler
MY MOTTO
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