What I Do

I make your place.
Wherever that is.

One shop. Four things I do for Carteret County and the Crystal Coast — a boutique storefront, professional holiday decorating, event decor, and home staging that starts with “shop your house first.”

Inside the Place Makers boutique at Suite 26 — Emerald Plantation

The Store

The Bow Bar, the ribbon wall, and a curated boutique.

Suite 26 is part bow studio, part holiday decorating headquarters, and part curated gift shop — all in one storefront at Emerald Plantation.

Walk in and I'll tie you a custom bow on the spot.
The Bow Bar — custom bows tied by hand
Luxury ribbon wall, hundreds of options
Finished wreaths for every season
Curated home decor, candles, gift items
Custom orders — walk in or call ahead
Shipping available nationwide via USPS
Come Visit
Place Makers commercial Christmas decorating at River Forest Manor

Holiday Decorating

Residential, vacation rentals, commercial — I do it all.

Professional holiday decorating is where this whole business started — and it's still my busiest season.

I'm a professional holiday decorator first; the store is my off-season.
Full-home residential Christmas decorating
Commercial installs — hotels, offices, retail
Vacation rental holiday packages
Trees, garlands, mantels, stairways
Porch and exterior seasonal decor
Custom wreath + bow packages
Book Your Christmas Week
Wedding centerpiece with handmade bow and greenery

Event Decor

I decorate the space so you can be in the moment.

Weddings, bachelorette weekends, birthdays, anniversaries, baby showers, beach proposals — I handle the décor so you can be present with the people who came to celebrate.

Award-winning custom bows for brides and bridal parties.
Wedding ceremony + reception decor
Bachelorette + bridal shower setups
Birthday + anniversary parties
Beach proposals + engagement styling
Custom event bows + floral accents
Tablescapes, signs, photo installations
Plan Your Event
Place Makers home staging — styled with what you already love

Home Staging

I shop your house first.

I come in, walk through your rooms, and help you make the place — using what you already love before I ever suggest buying anything new.

I help you use what you have first.
"Shop your house" consultation
Seasonal room refreshes
Full-home restaging for homeowners
Photo-ready staging for STR listings
Welcome setups + seasonal decor
Ongoing property manager partnerships
Schedule a Walk-Through

Not Sure What You Need?

Come visit the shop, give us a call, or send a message. We'll help you figure out exactly what you need — no pressure, no sales pitch. Just good conversation and beautiful things.

Get in Touch(252) 764-0011