Fill your heart with new hopes, reach out for new opportunities and celebrate the New Year!
31 December 2008
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2009
Fill your heart with new hopes, reach out for new opportunities and celebrate the New Year!
30 December 2008
Vendor Spotlight - Wedding Paper Divas
The Valentine's Day cards are one of my faves. Couples married in 2008 can share a special Valentine wish with their family and friends and include a picture from the honeymoon or even one of their favorite wedding day shots.
Make sure you stop by their site and see all they have to offer. You will NOT be disappointed.
Thanks, Erika for making my day yesterday!
Have a Love-ly Day!
Photos: Wedding Paper Divas
28 December 2008
HOLLY & WILL are MARRIED!
More details and lots of pictures later!
27 December 2008
Wedding Trends for 2009
26 December 2008
Glitz and Glam (or how to clean your ring)
What hints- tips do you have for keeping your ring cleaned? Please share and.....
Have a LOVE-ly day!
22 December 2008
MERRY CHRISTmas
21 December 2008
Italian Wedding Customs and Traditions
20 December 2008
New Series
18 December 2008
Friday Fave - Kate Spade
Looking for a bracelet? Try this on for size:
15 December 2008
What about gifts?
13 December 2008
Please sign on the dotted line ....or the IMPORTANCE OF VENDOR CONTRACTS
*Day, date and time contract is signed
*Day, date, time and location of wedding ceremony and reception
*Delivery dates, times and locations
*Complete list of services to be provided, including the number of hours, breaks, etc.
*The appropriate attire for the vendor
*The name of the contact person or person in charge of your wedding
*The bride's name and contact number
*The groom's name and contact number
*The mother of the bride's name and contact number
*The name of the wedding consultant and contact information if applicable
*Alternative service or merchandise in case of a problem
*Amount of deposit paid and payment schedule
*Cancellation and refund policy
*Last date to make changes to services or provide final guest count
I would also suggest that you research the company your vendor will use in case of an emergency. Who knows, it could be Cousin Lenny who only uses disposable cameras - who wants that???
Be sure to read the fine print as well. Remember, you don't have to sign the contract right away. Take your time to look it over and then sign.
Make sure you keep all copies of contracts in a safe place and review them often.
If at all possible, pay by credit card. There are special federal consumer protection laws that protect all payments made with a credit card. If you can prove that the service that you contracted for were not provided, you can usually get your credit card credited for the amount of the deposit.
Have a LOVE-ly day!
photo credit: ARTFOOL
We have our winner for The Special Guest contest!
Thanks to everyone who participated.
04 December 2008
Special Guests Contest
- $10 Starbucks Gift card
- Black Blumebox
How to enter: Just leave a comment on this post - it can be anything you like that is wedding related.
Who can enter: My Special Guests Only - but don't worry, you can become a Special Guests just by clicking on the link to the right.You MUST be a Special Guest to qualify.
The winner will be selected by Random.org and will be announced on Dec. 13th!
Good luck and thanks again for the follow.
FRIDAY FAVE
03 December 2008
e-vents CONTEST
What are the rules?
Who are the judges?
Prizes to be delivered no later than February 28, 2009.So, enter your story or share with friends who may be getting engaged!Be sure to pass along and don't forget to visit us on the web - http://www.e-ventswedding.com/
01 December 2008
Entertaining with a Flair........
In order to help her plan without a lot of restrictions, why not help her by giving her a gift certificate that she can use in planning her big day.
You can select any denomination and she can use it toward a variety of items such as chair cover rentals, linens, tabletop rentals, favors, custom packages or any decorating services.
Gift Certificates for the Bride In order to help her plan without a lot of restrictions, why not help her by giving her a gift certificate that she can use in planning her big day. You can select any denomination and she can use it toward a variety of items such as chair cover rentals, linens, tabletop rentals, favors, custom packages or any decorating services.
Since we are a boutique party rental company, we can customize a gift certificate just for you. We are located in Indianapolis, and are an accredited member of the Indiana Better Business Bureau.
Please contact us today.
Pam Monahan
Entertaining with a Flair
Indianapolis, Indiana
pmonahan@entertainingwithaflair.com
317.576.9547
Be sure to take a look at her website for brilliant ideas!
26 November 2008
Starbucks goes (RED) for World AIDS DAY
23 November 2008
Shopping for your wedding gown
- Allow your self at least 6-8 months to order your gown.
- Visit the bridal salon during the week when it is much less busy. The weekend crowd is just too much and you may not get the attention you deserve. Be sure to schedule and appointment!
- Don't take a large group of people. You'll likely be overwhelmed by all of the opinions. Chances are you already know what you want in a gown and may feel that you have to please everyone - even at your own expense. I would suggest taking your mother, best friend, or wedding planner. Just try to keep the count to two people if at all possible. You can always take others later after you have made your selection.
- Although you may have an idea of what you want, allow the bridal gown consultant to show you other gowns. They have seen lots of gowns and body types and can find one you may have never considered. Who knows, it may even be the one you choose.
- Take along appropriate undergarments. This is also a great time to have a bra fitting. Remember, you should be fitted at least twice a year.
- Take along dresses shoes. You probably won't know what shoes you'll wear yet, but you should take some along to get the feel of what your dress will look like with heels.
- Take a camera. However, keep in mind that most salons won't allow you to photograph until you actually put a deposit on the gown. It doesn't hurt to ask.
22 November 2008
Thanks giving or giving thanks....
- My husband & family - who have stood behind me ALWAYS and I love you ALL!
- My old friends - you mean more to me than you will ever know
- My jobs- I love that I am able to do what I love (event planning) and love that my other job helps me do it for now!
- My new friends - you all are the best!
- My doggies, Maxi and Coco - Could there be any better BEST FRIENDS!!
- My clients - I wouldn't be were I am without you. Thanks for helping me grow my business.
- For extra - I am extremely thankful that we are in a position to help others, it's not a lot, but every little bit matters.
I could go on and on. But now it's your turn...in only takes a sec!
Have a HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
21 November 2008
FRIDAY FAVE
16 November 2008
Vendor Spotlight - Le'Penn Designs
- Le'Penn Designs officially started at the very end of 2006 when my husband, Charles, and I were discussing starting a new business venture and I thought invitations and stationery would be a perfect fit because I have always had a natural talent for design. I had created the flyers and website for my sorority {DST} in college and was always called upon by family and friends to create some type of invitation for them. Our first order officially came in January 2007 and the rest is history! I am amazed at how much the business is growing and I'm anxious to see where we end up 5 years from now. Our business is my absolute passion and it is something that I put all of my energy and creativity into. There is nothing else I'd rather be doing than designing fabulous paper for so many wonderful clients!
-Our biggest design inspiration comes from our clients personality and theme. We build a connection with them in order to know what direction to take in designing their invitation suite. We go over colors, materials, embellishments and styles until we find the perfect fit for them. No two invitations we design are exactly the same so I'm always anxious to get the creative juices flowing for a new design. It's always exciting once we start working on the proofs and all of the ideas discussed at the consultation start to come together."
Make sure you stop by and visit Le'Trice at her blog Le'Penn Designs to see more of her awesome designs.
Le'trice - thanks again for stopping by for a visit. You are welcome back anytime!
13 November 2008
It's a Tea PARTY....
12 November 2008
11 November 2008
Lead the Way and Be a Follower
I'd love to know who you are and feature you in a special spot on my blog.
Just click the SPECIAL GUEST link to the right to be added and guess what? I'll be your guest as well!
Happy Tuesday!
09 November 2008
Indy Photo Booth
08 November 2008
High Tea 2009
Our Menu:
English and Asian Origin Tea Selections
Variety of English Finger Sandwiches:
Tomato and Watercress
Seedless Cucumber and Walnut
Imported Smoked Salmon
Salami with Mustard and Sprouts
An Assortment of Bite-Size English Pastries and Petit Fours
Canterbury Signature Scones served with Preserves, Marmalades, & Fresh Whipped Cream
I found this interesting tidbit of information from What's Cooking:
According to legend, one of Queen Victoria's (1819-1901) ladies-in-waiting, Anna Maria Stanhope (1783-1857), known as the Duchess of Bedford, is credited as the creator of afternoon teatime. Because the noon meal had become skimpier, the Duchess suffered from "a sinking feeling" at about four o'clock in the afternoon. At first the Duchess had her servants sneak her a pot of tea and a few breadstuffs. Adopting the European tea service format, she invited friends to join her for an additional afternoon meal at five o'clock in her rooms at Belvoir Castle. The menu centered around small cakes, bread and butter sandwiches, assorted sweets, and, of course, tea. This summer practice proved so popular, the Duchess continued it when she returned to London, sending cards to her friends asking them to join her for "tea and a walking the fields." The practice of inviting friends to come for tea in the afternoon was quickly picked up by other social hostesses.
We have called this event High Tea for so long , but actually what we are enjoying is Afternoon Tea. Whatever you call it, I call it a good time with friends - old and new alike!
More from What's Cooking: High Tea is often a misnomer. Most people refer to afternoon tea as high tea because they think it sounds regal and lofty, when in all actuality, high tea, or "meat tea" is dinner. High tea, in Britain, at any rate, tends to be on the heavier side. American hotels and tea rooms, on the other hand, continue to misunderstand and offer tidbits of fancy pastries and cakes on delicate china when they offer a "high tea."
Afternoon tea (because it was usually taken in the late afternoon) is also called "low tea" because it was usually taken in a sitting room or withdrawing room where low tables (like a coffee table) were placed near sofas or chairs generally in a large withdrawing room.
Ladies : Look for your invitation in the mail in the next few weeks!