Thanks to my wonderful vendor connections on WeddingWire, I was able to get the inside scoop on what event planners and other event and wedding professionals keep in their little magical boxes. You know, those rescue me from every known and unknown disaster boxes filled with all kinds of tricks to fix just about anything.
Are you ready for it? Wait, wait....
Everything is included in these kits! And when I say everything I mean everything.
Erica from TREEmendous Event Planning carries all kinds of goodies, from sewing kits to a comb and brush. My favorite items - crackers, post it notes and a stop watch.
Prestigious Occasions carries a more unusual set of items including chalk, bottled water with straws and sunblock. Check out her blog for more details - http://www.prestigiousoccasions.blogspot.com/
Celia from Celia Milton Celebrant takes care of the couple and the vendors. Included in her magic box - tape of every kind (duct, scotch, electrical, first aid), antique hankies and extension cords and adapters.
Judith with Lovely Weddings reminds all of us that corsage pins are essential. You know those little pins that inevitably ending up bent, broke or MIA.
Stephanie with Elegant Events by Stephanie Forte carries black men's socks, ribbon in the color of the event, trash bags and ring bearer pillows.
Earle-Harrison House and Pape Gardens provides adapters for various sound systems. music stands for entertainers and sterno.
Rhonda New Beginnings Weddings and Events has some of the most intriguing and never would have thought of items. My absolute favorites (and things I need to add to my own kit btw) - extra earring backs and snuggies for rings, umbrellas and insect repellant candles.
Taking a peak into my own box of goodies, you'll find curling irons, a small, portable hair dryer, and makeup and perfume in the small sample sizes with disposable applicators to keep it all neat and sanitary.
What do you carry in your magical box of goodies? Ever needed something and had to improvise? Please leave a comment!
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Monday, April 5, 2010
Candy Buffets - Not just for weddings!
Candy buffets are usually associated with weddings. Everyone talks about the wedding candy buffet and how very fun and exciting and beautiful they can be - Sweet I Do's included.
We have recently had the opportunity to put together a candy buffet for a 70th birthday/wedding reception and an Easter buffet. And we will be setting one up for a high school graduation, a retro housewife bridal shower and a 4 year olds birthday party.
A candy buffet can be a great alternative to purchasing and putting together treat bags for just about any party or occasion. They bring excitement, anticipation and fun to all types of parties.
Putting one together yourself? Keep in mind the guests age. Younger kids should have someone attending the table to keep the kids from overdoing the sugar and sweets, as well as to protect the glass. Consider alternatives to candy such as temporary tattoos, small plastic animals, race cars, erasers, crayons, etc. Dietary considerations are not a problem any longer. There are a large number of sugar free alternatives as well as flavored popcorns, pretzels and peanuts. Hate candy and love deserts? Consider mini versions of your favorites - cheesecakes, brownies, pies, cakes, etc.
Hiring a professional like Sweet I Do's? Great! We have the resources to find every candy that you can imagine, and some that you can't. Remember your favorite childhood candy? Bet we can find it. We have the experience to steer you in the right direction and provide a little something for everyone. We'll even set up your buffet to look like an old time sweet shop - complete with signage.
The candy buffet has broken out of the wedding favor market and is quickly becoming a favorite for every occasion.
We have recently had the opportunity to put together a candy buffet for a 70th birthday/wedding reception and an Easter buffet. And we will be setting one up for a high school graduation, a retro housewife bridal shower and a 4 year olds birthday party.
A candy buffet can be a great alternative to purchasing and putting together treat bags for just about any party or occasion. They bring excitement, anticipation and fun to all types of parties.
Putting one together yourself? Keep in mind the guests age. Younger kids should have someone attending the table to keep the kids from overdoing the sugar and sweets, as well as to protect the glass. Consider alternatives to candy such as temporary tattoos, small plastic animals, race cars, erasers, crayons, etc. Dietary considerations are not a problem any longer. There are a large number of sugar free alternatives as well as flavored popcorns, pretzels and peanuts. Hate candy and love deserts? Consider mini versions of your favorites - cheesecakes, brownies, pies, cakes, etc.
Hiring a professional like Sweet I Do's? Great! We have the resources to find every candy that you can imagine, and some that you can't. Remember your favorite childhood candy? Bet we can find it. We have the experience to steer you in the right direction and provide a little something for everyone. We'll even set up your buffet to look like an old time sweet shop - complete with signage.
The candy buffet has broken out of the wedding favor market and is quickly becoming a favorite for every occasion.
Friday, April 2, 2010
Wands anyone?
Traditionally, flower girls, no matter their age, were dressed in cute flowy dresses and carried little baskets filled with rose petals that they were suppose to strew down the aisle in front of the bride. The key word in the statement - suppose. 9 times out of 10 the little girls were soooo!!! excited/nervous/scared/overwhelmed with walking down the aisle in front of all those people that the petals either never made it out of the basket, or were dumped in a pile as our FG tumbled head over heels trying to run to her mom.
Bring on the pomander or kissing ball. Beautiful works of art that could be made from fresh or "real touch" flowers. Carried in the hands or on a long ribbon, these solved the dilemma of the petals. Able to be made in any size imaginable, they were perfect for the smallest hands on up.
But what if you want something more whimsical? Something that can be kept by the little girls. A fairytale memento of their day in their princess dress.
Presenting the flower girl wand!
I came across this gem, while perusing the blog boards of WeddingBee. So easy to make, totally customizable and able to be matched perfectly to the ring bearer's pillow and the bouquets of the bridal party. And best of all, our FG's get to keep them forever.
All you need is a wooden dowel, flowers (fresh or artificial flowers - if the FG's will be keeping the wands) and ribbon. Visit DIY wedding for step by step instructions.
Not a DIY bride, not a problem. There are a number of vendors that will create these beautiful works of art just for you!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
DIY Pillowboxes - Wedding Candy Buffet Favor Boxes
So, you're having a candy buffet at your wedding. Beautiful! Hopefully Sweet I Do's is designing and putting together your scrumptious display of confectionery goodness. But if not, and you have went the way of the DIY bride, we have a treat for you.
Presenting the alternative to the cello bag as a guest treat container - the elegant and versatile pillow box.
Pictures courtesy of Favor Studio.
We came across this lovely project on Carolyn's Stamp Store. We couldn't believe it either - a template to create those cute, but expensive pillow boxes in as many colors as there are pieces of cardstock. Sweet!
The come in two sizes - small and large. Easy, fun and totally personalizable. Create in the color or colors you desire, stamp, monogram, ribbon, jewel - the sky is the limit!
Have fun with this project. Please post a link to your completed works of art!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)