Posts Tagged ‘party’
{Design} Utterly Engaged’s Design Challenge 2012
On Leap Day we took part in Utterly Engaged’s Design Challenge for their Leap Year Remix Party, which was held at Pandora on Green in Pasadena, California. We teamed up with Amy, of Bride & Bloom Flowers, and Carson & Kathleen, of Itty Bitty Party Committee. The design challenge was sponsored by Shelter Box, who send relief boxes to countries who have suffered from natural disaster. The rules for this year’s design challenge were to create a sweet heart table which blended the cultures of two countries that Shelter Box has helped. Our team chose to do Japan & Turkey…which led to Japurkey!
The sweetheart table is a large focus of any reception. We knew we wanted to use very vibrant jewel-toned colors, but give it a soft whimsical touch to bring the whole look together. We decided to create an intimate table for two inside a soft tent of sheer white curtains. Two vintage suitcases awaited the bride & groom at the end of the table with custom luggage tags that we designed. They were tags with “Destination Japurkey” printed on them. Of course the bride’s suitcase was the bigger one!
We also created delicate name cards for the bride & groom’s place settings. Each plate was set with two pieces of Mochi (a Japanese dessert) & lime green chopsticks. Yummy. A menu card was displayed on the corner of the table.
Our table was published in Utterly Engaged Issue No. 20. Be sure to take a look. We’re already getting excited for next year’s event!
{Entertaining} Confetti System: Modern Piñatas & Garlands for Parties
When I came across Confetti System, I instantly felt like I needed to throw a party & fast! These adorable pinata’s are just to die for! Nicholas Andersen & Julie Ho are the talented duo behind this genius collaboration. They create beautiful festive objects that undeniably encourage the audience to interact with them. The idea of breaking into these gems, however, seems like the last thing on my mind…but, as with any suggested piñata, these better be filled with fabulous treats!
Take a look at some of my favorites.
Confetti System: Crystal Gold Piñata
Confetti System Meteorite Piñata in Pink
Confetti System Diamond Piñata in Silver
Confetti System Quartz Piñata in Cantaloupe
They also do these really fantastic garlands. These would be perfect for any event, but I am thinking they are a must have for a New Year’s Eve bash this year. Definitely!
Confetti System Tassel Garland in Neutrals
What do you think? Would you love to have these at your next bash? Check out Confetti System to purchase.
Milestone 60th Birthday Invitations
Recently my cousin let me know my Aunt was turning 60 and she was going to be throwing her a party. Wow, 60! Especially considering my grandma is only a shy 75, this was a milestone! So, I offered to create the invitations for her. She knew what she wanted and so I helped her bring those things to life. She wanted spring colors; pink and green. Then, she also wanted to incorporate a photo of my aunt from when she was around 25. No problem. Here are some shots from the production table.
60th Birthday Party Invitations 2009 © PAPER CUT INDUSTRIES & MONICA MAJORS ALIKE
The final was gorgeous. We used pink 5.75 x 5.75 square envelopes with green petal envelopes that held the main invitation. Her picture was printed on white linen card stock with a vellum sheet overlay. We added an adorable snap at the top to hold it all together. Then, we used organza ribbon to tie it all together. Everything went together perfectly!
60th Birthday Party Invitations 2009 © PAPER CUT INDUSTRIES & MONICA MAJORS ALIKE
Let me know what you think! I know the party will be wonderful. We plan on having some paella! Yummy!
