Today we’d like to introduce you to Tammy RaCosta.
Hi Tammy, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
For more than 20 years, planning and decorating events has been one of my greatest passions. There is truly nothing more rewarding than seeing guests’ faces light up the moment they walk into a space I’ve designed. Watching their reactions—the surprise, the joy, and the appreciation for the atmosphere created—continues to inspire the work I do every day.
After many years of decorating events for friends, family, and clients through word of mouth, I made the exciting decision to establish my own company and fully pursue what I love: transforming spaces, elevating celebrations, and creating moments that make people smile.
As the business has grown, so has our inventory. We now offer a wide selection of high-quality rental items to help bring each event vision to life—including specialty décor pieces and our popular phone booth equipped with audio phones, a guest favorite for leaving personalized messages and adding a memorable interactive touch.
I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to turn this passion into a profession. Bringing someone’s vision to reality—whether it’s a wedding, a milestone event, or a special gathering—is one of the most meaningful parts of my work. Every event is a chance to blend creativity, detail, and heartfelt intention into an experience guests will always remember.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
There have certainly been challenges along the way, but they have truly been good challenges—ones that have pushed us to grow in all the right ways. When my husband and I first began discussing the creation of Moments & Memories – Events, Rentals & More, our initial plan was simple: start small with a single phone booth for the audio guestbook side of the business. At the time, audio phone booths were a relatively new concept, and we genuinely weren’t sure whether the investment would pay off.
Before we even received our LLC paperwork back, we decided to list the booth online “just to see” if there might be a little interest. We assumed that by the time the business was fully established, we might have a couple of inquiries waiting for us. We were very wrong—in the best way possible. Almost immediately after the listing went live, our calendar began to fill, weekend after weekend, with reservation requests.
The rapid growth brought its share of growing pains, but those hurdles have turned into some of our greatest blessings. They pushed us to expand faster than expected, refine our processes, and truly embrace the exciting momentum behind our business. Each challenge has ultimately strengthened the foundation of Moments & Memories and reaffirmed that we are on the right path.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about Moments & Memories-Events, Rentals & More, LLC?
Moments & Memories – Events, Rentals & More is built on the belief that every celebration deserves to feel meaningful, personal, and beautiful. We are an event design and rental company offering a wide range of décor services—from full event styling to specialty rental pieces—created to elevate weddings, showers, parties, and milestone gatherings of all kinds.
What We Do & What We’re Known For
We specialize in transforming ordinary spaces into warm, inviting, and visually captivating environments. Whether it’s a simple, elegant tablescape or a fully designed event from top to bottom, we focus on thoughtful details and cohesive styling. One of our most popular offerings is our phone booth rental equipped with audio guestbook phones. This unique feature allows guests to record personalized messages—creating a meaningful keepsake for hosts that goes far beyond traditional guestbooks. Clients consistently tell us that this interactive element is one of the most memorable parts of their event.
Beyond that, we offer an extensive selection of décor rentals including centerpieces, backdrops, candles, draping, and many custom pieces. Our goal is to provide a one-stop experience where clients can find everything they need to bring their vision to life.
What Sets Us Apart
What truly sets us apart is our passion for personalization. We take time to understand each client’s style, preferences, and story. No two events feel the same, because no two clients are the same. Our designs are never “copy and paste”—they’re tailored, intentional, and created with genuine care.
We are also known for our reliability, communication, and hands-on approach. Clients often comment on how comfortable and supported they feel throughout the process. We pride ourselves on making the planning experience stress-free while delivering results that exceed expectations.
What We’re Most Proud Of
Brand-wise, we’re incredibly proud of the reputation we’ve built—one grounded in creativity, integrity, and heartfelt service. Starting with one phone booth and growing into a full design and rental company feels like a testament to the trust our clients place in us. We’ve grown quickly, but we’ve never lost the personal touch that defines who we are.
What We Want Readers to Know
We want readers to know that Moments & Memories is more than décor—we’re about creating experiences that stay with people. Whether you need full event design, a few key rental pieces, or a signature feature like our audio phone booth, we approach every event with the same level of care and excitement. Our mission is simple: to make your moments beautiful and your memories unforgettable.
What sort of changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?
What’s changing in the industry?
I think the demand for personalization, uniqueness and immersive experiences is becoming more of a trend.
Guests and hosts are increasingly looking for events that feel custom — not cookie-cutter. People want their weddings, parties, showers, and celebrations to reflect their personalities, values, and stories.
Decor and rentals are moving toward more bold, creative and expressive setups: think dramatic lighting, statement backdrops, themed décor, custom props, interactive features.
I also think there is a growing popularity of intimate gatherings and “micro-events.” Clients are focusing on quality over size and investing more in décor, experience, and meaningful touches.
There’s a broader cultural shift where people are increasingly comfortable renting items rather than buying them — even for special events. Shared-economy values, flexibility, affordability, and environmental consciousness all feed into this trend. This shift supports the demand for rental-based décor, props, specialty items, and more.
What this means for Moments & Memories — and how we’re ready
Because of who we are and how we operate, we’re positioned nicely to thrive as these shifts unfold:
We already specialize in rental and décor, including unique items — like our audio-phone booth — which appeals to clients who want something different, interactive, and memorable. That uniqueness will continue to give us a competitive edge.
We know how to personalize events. We don’t do “one-size-fits-all.” Every event we design is tailored to the client’s vision, personality, and story. As demand for personalization grows, that strength becomes more and more valuable.
We can adapt to smaller, intimate events as easily as larger ones. For celebrations that lean toward being cozy or low-key, our flexible rental and design offerings let us deliver high-quality experiences without the overhead of large-scale production.
We can embrace sustainability and eco-friendly practices — as clients increasingly care about environmental impact, offering rentals made from sustainable or reusable materials, or rethinking décor to reduce waste, can become part of our mission and brand identity.
We’re positioned to leverage technology and modern trends — from creative rentals to possibly integrating smart décor, interactive rental items, and flexible design solutions — to meet evolving client expectations.
What I hope the future brings — and what we’re aspiring toward
I envision a future where events are less about tradition and “what everyone does,” and more about personal stories, experiences, and meaningful memories. I want Moments & Memories to be known as a company that helps people tell their story — through décor, ambience, and thoughtful design.
I’d like us to be known for creativity, flexibility, and sustainability: a company that not only delivers beautiful spaces, but also cares about the environment and offering sustainable, responsible event-rental solutions.
I want to stay ahead of the curve: embracing new trends, adding unique rental items, adapting to new event formats, and continuing to grow our business in ways that align with evolving client desires.
Ultimately, I hope we help redefine what “special event” means — not just a party or a gathering, but a fully tailored, memorable experience that reflects the heart and soul of the people behind it.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.mmeventrentals.com
- Instagram: @momentsandmemories24
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