Ease your mind on your wedding planning journey by partnering up with Wild Garden Weddings & Events (formerly The Crafts & Cocktails Co.), a wedding planning company in Sarasota & Tampa, FL. Owner & Planner, Amanda & Wedding Planner, Melissa want to help you during this process and allow you to enjoy the journey.

Amanda has a passion for wedding planning and loves listening to couples' stories and turning their visions into reality. She obtained a degree in event management from the University of Central Florida to improve her skills and help her in her career. Her devotion to helping people is shown in the hard work she has put in to get to this stage. Amanda continues to work tirelessly on every project she starts and always delivers a fantastic party.

Melissa joined in 2025 and has brought her attention to detail and love for love. She also attended University of Central Florida and has a degree in Hospitality Management. Her passion for florals & décor combined with her "whatever it takes" attitude make her a great planner for any couple.

Wild Garden Weddings has an array of different options you can choose from for wedding assistance. Amanda & Melissa offer a complimentary consultation to get to know you, discuss your event needs, and answer your questions. During your scheduled meetings, your event planner can give you advice on vendors, décor & design, ways to save money, timelines, and anything else you might not have even thought of! Amanda & Melissa can also provide non-package consulting for those who just need a bit of extra help with their planning.