If anyone one is on the fence on whether to work with Mekala - DO IT! Mekala is a talented artist who spends the time getting to know and understands her clients, is incredibly professional, and wonderfully kind. For our wedding we wanted to bring parts of our cultural backgrounds to life and Mekala did that with elegance and grace. Somehow, she managed to see inside our minds and bring our visions to life in ways we didn't know were possible. She helped us with save the dates, invitations, menus, wedding gifts, welcome bags, welcome sign and name card display. I wouldn't have changed a single thing.

J + J | Valley & Co. - Washington | 2023

Mekala's stationery work is probably the best I've seen. All of our guests raved about the invitations - more than a few people said the invites were the best they'd ever encountered. Someone even said they wanted to frame it. Mekala is incredibly responsive to feedback but to be honest we mostly just let her do her thing - her work speaks for itself. If you're looking for invitations, menus, save-the-dates, etc that really have a wow-factor (this is not standard stuff - it looks incredible and your guests will comment on it) then Mekala is the girl for you.

Mekala’s creations are stunning. Our guests were blown away, feeling like they’d been invited to the event of the year when they received our save the dates and invitations. Even the envelopes and vintage stamps were another level of awe. I want to frame one because they are so special and true keepsakes. Mekala was lovely to work with. She’s intuitive with her designs. She was so helpful, efficient and made the whole process easy and flawless. It became clear that Mekala takes a lot of pride in what she presents to you. That gives you the confidence that she will knock it out of the park. And she did!

I cannot express enough how grateful my husband and I are for the exceptional service provided by Mekala at The Tie That Binds. From the moment we had our first phone call, Mekala made us feel heard & so excited. She listened intently to our vision for our wedding invitations and branding, and with her unparalleled creativity, she brought it to life in ways we couldn't have imagined. Every detail was meticulously crafted, reflecting not only our ideas but also her artistic flair. Mekala's dedication and passion truly shone through in every aspect of her work, making the entire process seamless and enjoyable. Our invitations and branding were not just pieces of paper; they were reflections of us, thanks to Mekala's talent and commitment. We are beyond thrilled with the results and can't thank Mekala enough for making our wedding dreams a reality. If you're searching for someone who will go above and beyond to make your special day unforgettable, look no further than The Tie That Binds.

C + C | Kelsey Timberlake Events - Oregon | 2022

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J & S | Shannon Leahy Events - California | 2022

Our wedding planner suggested Mekala to help design our wedding stationery from invites to day of paper like menu and table numbers. If you want your event to look cohesive and stay true to an overall look or theme, I highly recommend booking the Tie That Binds! Mekala was prompt in her responses and brilliant with her design choices! She really helped our vision come to life and our wedding day would truly not have been the same without her work. Hiring her also saved me tons of time and stress trying to piece everything together myself. So thrilled to have had the chance to work with Mekala

B + Z | Exquisite Events - Rhode Island | 2024

Mekala was great to work with, absolutely a 5-star experience. The creativity is obvious, but her organization and communication really made our project a joy to work through. - The Groom

Cannot speak more highly of TTB! She is so creative (beyond what I could have ever thought of in a million years) and the quality was truly top tier. Can't wait to work with her again :) - The Bride

I believe that the experience of a wedding begins with the save-the-date and wedding website. With Mekala's help, my husband and I were able to communicate who we are as a couple and set the tone of our nuptials right off the bat. She made wedding-planning easy and enjoyable for me—an absolute pleasure to work with so closely. I appreciated her collaborative spirit and felt seen throughout the process. She truly got to know my husband and I, our love story, and the sentimental connection we have to our venue in order to nail down the aesthetic I was after. Her creativity is unmatched! She pitched me so many unique ideas I had never seen before. As a bonus, she was transparent about her pricing and worked with us to balance our vision with the budget. By the end of the wedding itself, I received more compliments on the work that Mekala did than on any other element of my wedding. I enthusiastically recommend Mekala!

S + H | Easton Events - California | 2024

Mekala is the creative mastermind behind Tie That Binds. She is thoughtful and intentional with her designs and the depth and range of her work speaks to how truly talented she is. She worked closely with us to design and produce such special, beautiful paper goods for our wedding. Almost every single guest asked about all of the paper details she created for us! Her portfolio speaks for itself and we would recommend her a thousand times over.

M + C | Elle & James Co. - Washington | 2024

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