Coming Soon To TLC~ Flowers Uncut
September 26, 2009 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under Decorating Ideas, Formal Parties
If you enjoy creating your own floral centerpieces and party decorations when you entertain, TLC has a new show premiering this November you should definitely check out. The new series is called “Flowers Uncut with Jeff Leatham.”
The show goes behind-the-scenes as to follow Jeff and his hectic lifestyle as tries to build his own floral empire and conquer the New York event design scene.
Leatham’s love for flowers and aesthetics, and his passion for design show through in his contemporary style. His creations are a bold statement using shapes, color and simplicity to produce a dramatic effect.
In the past …read more
Plan an Ice Cream Party This Summer
June 4, 2008 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under Barbecues, Formal Parties, Party Themes
An ice cream sundae bar is an easy summer party treat. You can even make your own ice cream. Here are some of the toppings you can add to your sundae bar:
Nuts (check with your guests to make sure no one is allergic to nuts), hot fudge, peanut butter topping, caramel, strawberries, peaches, bananas, chopped cookies, chopped candies, cherries, chocolate chips, whipped topping, mini chocolate bars, and sprinkles.
You can offer several flavors of ice cream, and let your guests serve themselves. A sundae bar would be great for summer birthday parties, backyard barbecues, cookouts, family reunions, poolside parties, …read more
Should You Hire a Party Planner?
May 5, 2008 by Deborah Ng
Filed under Formal Parties, Party Etiquette, Weddings
Party planners can help make the planning of your large event run smoother. With a massive checklist and an arsenal of caterers, florists, disc jockeys and more at their disposal, they’ll be sure to see to your every need. Keep in mind they can be a bit pricey, but for many the benefits are undeniable.
Party Planners can:
Plan every little detail: From the menu to the favors to the decorations. The party planner will pour over samples and visit with professionals until she has a short list fitting your needs.
Get a discount on your party professionals: Because she uses …read more
Host an After Prom Party
May 1, 2008 by Deborah Ng
Filed under Formal Parties
Many parents want to allow their kids to stay out all not and have a good time with their friends on prom night, but don’t like the idea of them staying out so late or having to deal with issues such as teen drinking. A good solution is to host an after prom party. More and more parents are either hosting a party at their own homes or chipping in to rent a space at a restaurant or hotel. They provide disc jockeys, food, non-alcoholic beverages, and feed the kids breakfast before sending them home in the morning.
The …read more
Prom Etiquette
April 30, 2008 by Deborah Ng
Filed under Formal Parties, Party Etiquette
It’s that time of year again, teens all over the country are making hair appointments and looking for that perfect dress. Many are nervous too, not having attended a formal event before, how does one behave? Are there prom dos and don’ts? Here are a few bits of prom etiquette to help you along:
You don’t have to have a date to go to the prom. Go solo, or with some friends, there’s no reason to miss out just because someone didn’t ask you.
Proper etiquette dictates the person who did the asking buys the tickets. So if the girl …read more





