Officiant for your wedding within Michigan.
Based in Swartz Creek, Michigan, a wedding officiant and ordained minister, Rev. Patti Ruhala specializes in arranging and administering wedding ceremonies throughout Michigan. With over 15 years of experience, Rev. Patti Ruhala is passionate about crafting unique ceremonies for couples that reflect their relationship and personalities.
Services Offered
Rev. Patti Ruhala encourages her clients to be actively involved in the ceremony planning process to ensure their ceremony is reflective of their values and wedding needs. For your convenience, Rev. Patti Ruhala offers three wedding packages. The Elopement Package covers the cost of your ceremony performance, the filing of your marriage license, and any phone or email consultations. The Short and Sweet Package includes both rehearsal and ceremony service, marriage license filing, and unlimited consultations. Travel fees are also covered for up to 150 miles. Lastly, the Romance Package includes all of the benefits of the Short and Sweet Package, in addition to on-site vendor coordination and travel fees for up to 200 miles.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1982
What is your primary product or service?
The products in our store are: bridal, bridesmaids, flowergirls, prom and homecoming, tuxedo rentals. Our newest addition is mothers dresses. We have all the accessories such as jewelry, veils, tiaras, beaded belts and more. During the summer months we offer sundresses and caftans at affordable prices.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I have been fascinated with bridal since I was a little girl. My background in customer service enabled me to cultivate and strengthen the relationship between ourselves and our customers. As our client's needs have changed, we are evolving into a more universal store.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Our shop offers summer wear for all sizes, including plus size ladies along with bridal and formal wear. I like to have one of a kind wedding and prom gowns in the store,. We bring in a new styles to keep the customer as individual as the gown. We are all unique individuals and my customers can express themselves through great fashions. Our customers become our family - mothers, daughters and grandmothers.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have one location in the City of Swartz Creek. We have no plans to expand into a larger space at this time and would like to bring more items into the store where we can focus on our curvy ladies. Everyone should be able to feel and be beautiful.
Provide detailed directions to your location
In between Elms Road and Morrish Road on Miller Road. You can exit I-69 at Miller Road or Morrish Road. We are directly across Admiral gas station.
What type of payments do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard, Discover, cash and personal check with i.d.
Which areas do you service?
All of Genesee and surrounding counties.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Patti and Adi are the owners and Edel is our sales associate and in-house seamstress.
What are your hours of operation?
Current hours are Mon-Tues, closed; Wed./Fri. Noon-6; Thurs. Noon-8 pm; Sat. 12-5 and Sun. 12-4
We do close for national holidays, so be sure to check our website and mobile app for postings. When there is inclement weather, we do close based on weather reports. Safety first for customers and staff.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
"Thank you" and positive, kind words and reviews! We love getting pictures showing how wonderful everyone looked and that we had a small part in their special day or event. The absolute best - when our customers refer us to their friends, family and co-workers.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Everyone deserves to be beautiful!