Chocolate & Pink Shower

It is so hard trying to come up with new ideas, I had to put my thinking cap on for this one. My client requested chocolate & pink for a baby shower but she wanted something different. Then it hit me, coffee beans as the filler in side the vase! I also did a candy bar as the favors, guest made a bag as they left. Enjoy and I hope I inspired you tho think out side the box...

Everything Bella Photographe

So Ive caught the photography bug and I now have a blog spot for my photography. Check out my work!

EVERYTHING BELLA PHOTOGRAPHE

Location, Location, Location

Before you start brainstorming about your next event, you have to figure out the the perfect location for your fabulous party. You will need to figure out a few details:

• Budget: Your budget will help decide the location and other details of planning your party.
• Guest List: The amount of guests will determine the size of the space you require.
• Party Theme: If you are making a theme for your party, it is best to find a venue that will accommodate the look you seek.

Personalized Party Locations
When planning a party, keep in mind that you don’t have to stick with the space restrictions and rules that apply to formal venues like weddings. Pick sites that you have seen and loved. Try a park, old movie theater, wineries, your local club house, restaurants, a family member’s home, or the beach, to name just a few.

Unique Party Themes
As I described in one of my earlier posts, try a red party, or whatever color you love. Try a masquerade party, a Hawaiian theme, or a costume party. There are so many themes you can enjoy!

Stick with your budget. If your venue is a little pricey, try doing  DIY projects to cut costs. That will help you afford your favorite venue.

Don’t forget to enjoy yourself!

Save on your cake!

When I was planning my wedding, I saw this beautiful cake. I knew it was the one I wanted – it would look beautiful after it got blinged out! I did a tasting and obtained a few quotes – the asking price was $600.00. Goodness, that’s a whole lot of money! Time for plan B. So I went to the local grocery store and gave them a picture of my inspiration. I ordered a cake from the grocery store for 80 people, even though we had 100 guests. This cut the price down by almost $300.00! I went to Costco, and bought a sheet cake for $20.00 to feed the rest of our guests. The local grocery store cake was just as tasty and my guests had no clue. For your next event, consult with your local grocery store baker; you would be surprised at how much you can save.