About Us
Testimonials
Having been raised as a “military brat” I became fascinated at an early age with the cultures I experienced. The social aspect of my early years drew me to explore my artistic abilities, to incorporate and develop a love for pageantry and creativity. For the last 30 years I have owned and operated gifts shops, one in particular centered on angels -The House of Angels in Fresno, California. I found I was drawn more to the joy of seeing my customers delight when I would offer creative ideas for their events so I moved on to open a full service event planning and decorating entity -Xpress Yourself Event Design & Décor in 1984 in the Tower District.
As an event planner for private social events, non-profit organizations and cooperate events, I ensure that every aspect of the event and the final product is achieved seamlessly with professionalism and care to every detail. I meet with clients, conceive ideas, organize, and execute special affairs, capturing the purpose, message or impressions the client/organization is trying to achieve. I execute all details relating to a variety of meeting formats, including seminars, conferences, trade shows, conventions, weddings, bridal showers, baby showers, spa openings, birthday and anniversary celebrations, and furnishing rental items from our extensive prop warehouse. My set designs, construction, and interior/exterior designs, floral arranging are all incorporated into an event’s design.
After a free initial consultation I help the client to develop a personalized theme, formulate their plans, and organize their event in every detail, recommending experienced sub vendors that would be needed to execute their design elements. I work closely with professional and licensed vendors, and am able to select the best service or product at the best price, always keeping within proposed budgets.
Once a client has selected a venue, a walk-through of the site is performed taking, pictures, measuring the space, then CAD design the venue to the specific needs of the client. I suggest best suited treatments for the event which will have all the amenities the client requested. Xpress Yourself Event Design & Décor’s aim is to transform your dream wedding, corporate function, fund raiser, or other celebrations into a spectacular event that is Clearly the Difference.
As the project manager on site, I keep a close eye on time management, design, budget and sub-vendors to insure there are no budget overruns. From conception to fabrication, installation whether hanging pipe and drape, table center pieces, floral arrangements, draping, entertainment, DJ’s., photographer, lighting effects, audio-visual equipment or balloon treatments. I remain on premises during the event to trouble shot any unforeseen problems that may arise. I supervise the removal of décor and restore the site to its original condition.
From start to finish Xpress Yourself Event Design and Décor will make the even planning experience enjoyable and memorable. Let us take the stress out of your event by providing beautiful environments and exceptional service.
Charitable Work
Poverello House:
Has been decorating the dining hall for Thanksgiving Day meals for 20 years.
"Xpress Yourself just did a wedding at our home and it was beyond my expectations in every way. It was a large scale undertaking and the results were breathtaking. Easy to work with as well as creative, Lynda goes above and beyond. If you are serious about a unique and interesting event, I suggest you talk to Xpress Yourself."
Deborah S.
Lemoore, CA.
"Lynda is wonderful. Her work is beautiful. My reception looked like it was taken from a magazine. She did a red canopy over my dance floor. My wedding was the talk of the week at my company. Contact her with your ideas, she can create anything."
Miracles O.
Fresno, CA.
"Lynda we can't thank you enough for the amazing job you did making Callie's wedding day extra special. You took her basic ideas and turned them into a magical evening for her that she was absolutely thrilled with. We were all pleased with the way everything turned out and the beautiful room you created from a gym. As soon as we talked to you, we knew that we had no worries about how the decorations were going to turn out and we were right. Everything was perfect!"
Sandy R.
Fresno, CA.
Lynda our Ninth Annual Renaissance Faire for scholars turned out to be a marvelous event this year! I want you to know that the magnificent decor you created was an overwhelming reason for the success. Our guests were absolutely amazed at how you transformed the room. They said this one was the best!
I am thrilled and proud to report that we raised over $120,000 for scholarships at the Faire and are looking forward to another fabulous event next year. I thank you for your thorough vision and attention to detail. Lynda, your ability to create is truly a gift. We appreciate your time, effort and support of the Foundation and the students of our district, whose lives you are impacting through you participation in the worthwhile event, again thank you.
State Center Community College Foundation
Clovis, CA.
Lynda we can not begin to tell you how beautiful and elegant the decorations were for our 50th class reunion at Pardini's.
You outdid yourself, the balloons, table cloths, table napkins, glass trumpet vases, etc... and the bar arrangement were so beautifully done. The room was magical and elegant, we couldn't have asked for more, even my husband, who really doesn't say much or pay much attention to room decorations told everyone how beautiful and elegant it was. Again "Thank you" and as always it is a pleasure working with you.
Josette A
Fresno High School Class of 1959 Reunion