Fun Center Pieces

An essential to every table during virtually any event is the Center Piece. It sometimes causes a bit more stress than it should, mostly because it needs to be the right size, not too large (we do not want to block the person across the table) not too small (we do want it to stand out and make a statement). The center piece also has to tie the event theme together nicely and every so often remind your guests exactly what the theme is, just in case they forget ;)

Below are some really fun and creative center pieces that are the perfect size and tie in the event theme perfectly.

Source: dollarstorecrafts.com via Erika on Pinterest

Source: etsy.com via Erika on Pinterest

Source: b-moviestar.com via Erika on Pinterest

Can you guess the theme for each? Which one is your favourite?

London Olympics 2012

The Olympics is probably the largest and most exciting sporting event in our history and I have always been a huge fan.



This weekend in London there is an exhibition happening on the Olympic medals and how they are made.

How fun! Click here for more info!!

Wedding Bouquets: White and Green | InsideWeddings.com

Great inspiration for bouquets, especially if you have a bit more of a simple taste and do not like too much colour. Here a few of my favourites. Click on the link at the bottom of the page to see more!! Which is your favourite?

Wedding Bouquets: White and Green | InsideWeddings.com

Source: charlestonscoutdoors.com via Erika on Pinterest

What a perfect idea for a ladies night, or really any intimate occasions. If you have a larger backyard or garden, this would be super easy to set up, even a few lawn chairs and pillows would work, or if you really are on a budget, a fluffy blanket would be perfect, its a pick-nick under the stars.

What would be your favourite movie to watch during a warm night?

DIY - Paper Roll Art

Its time for a quick and fun DIY! 

Lately I have been all for cheap and chic! I have seen many paper roll art, so I have decided to try one for my own. Its super simple and fast to do. You can go as crazy or as tame as you want. Its great for hanging and can be transformed for any theme and colour. 

Here we go:

Materials: Scissors, Super glue or glue gun (I used super glue), toilet paper rolls, your imagination

Step 1: Gather as many toilet paper rolls as you like and cut them about 2 cm wide.

Step 2: Arrange in any pattern you wish. You can make pretty flower shapes like me if you like.

Step 3: Glue all you pieces together and VOILA! Here is one of mine during Halloween.

What do you think?! Would love to see what amazing creations you can come up with.

Events, Events, Events....

Now that we know what my definition of an event is...YAY! Why not classify an event into its many different categories and sub categories. This will be helpful when trying to decide what event you would like to plan and what category it might fall under. So lets get started!

Below is a list of the main categories and under each are the subcategories which divide them. Descriptions and examples are to come. Stay tuned!!!

                                                                 Source: fairytalesbynature.tumblr.com via Christine on Pinterest

                     

                       a) Celebration (Personal)

i)        Birthdays

ii)       Weddings

iii)     Anniversaries

photo credit: me, a conference I helped plan     in Montreal.

b) Corporate

i)        Meetings

ii)       Conferences

iii) Promotional Events

photo credit google: charity event search

c) Charity

i)        Fundraisers

ii)       Runs/Walks

iii)     Galas

                                                Source: Uploaded by user via Chadwick on Pinterest

d)      Entertainment

i)        Award Ceremonies

ii)       Concerts

iii)     Festivals

photo credit: me, at a Raptors game in Toronto

e)      Sport

i)        Sporting Events/League

ii)       Olympics

iii)     Tournaments

Which is your favourite type of event? Have you ever planned an event? How did it go?

DIY Halloween Inspired Tassels

Since Halloween is right around the corner.I decided to post a super easy and quick DIY.
All you will need is appropriate coloured plastic grocery bags, scissors and rope.Yup, that's it.

There are really only three steps.

First, cut your plastic bag into a triangle shape, or any shape your prefer, really.
Second, cut slits in at the bottom of your shape, to create the tassled effect. See below, for my example.

Third, measure the rope to your desired length, and tie the tassels to it, spacing them out as far or as close as you would like them to be to each other. I tied the top corner of my triangle to the rope.

And, result.

Looking back, I could have made my rope a bit longer, and made my tassels a bit larger, but hey, next time.