Yaayy!!! We're in Arkansas Bride Magazine!

This past summer we had several beautiful weddings that we took part in.  One in particular was the wedding of Crystal and Vernon Trotter that was so unique, non-traditional, and fabulous that Arkansas Bride Magazine featured them.  How amazing is that?!  

The Trotter's uber talented photographer, Jamie Fender, captured the beauty of the day and submitted the photos.  The couple, needless to say, were very excited...I was  AM, too!

Crystal and Vernon enlisted the talent from some of Central Arkansas' best for her wedding. Catering was tastefully provided by Simply the Best Catering, the Arkansas Arts' Center was the gorgeous and contemporary venue, "drop your mouth to the floor" florals and decor were creatively designed by Distinctive Designs by Tanarah, the lounge furniture was provided by Trendstyle Events, wedding planning and pretty paper by Pink Tea Rose Events, vintage transportation was by Vintage Motor Cars, and sounds by DJ Klas'sik Mobile DJ Service.

Congratulations, Crystal and Vernon! 

Happy New Year!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!  

2011 is here and we pray that you have a fabulous year. 

We also welcome our 2011 clients...and look forward to your beautiful weddings and events. And, we are still booking...so, please join us this year!

Visit our website at www.thepinktearose.com.

Christmas Pretty!

The above tree (and space) is just pretty.  Tobi Fairly, an Arkansas top interior designer, designed this tree for her daughter's playroom.  On Tobi's blog she stated that she and her daughter loves to "monkey" around and the sock monkey was the inspiration for the Christmas tree.  I love it.  So whimsical and fun.  I'd love to hang out in this girly room.

So, if you are experiencing "decorator's block" this season, let Tobi inspire you.  Pull from something that you like or collect.  Do YOU and that my dear...exudes style!


Happy Holidays!

Holiday Sparkle...for You!

Holiday Sequin Bow Bib Necklace

The month of December holds a lot of holiday parties for co-workers, family, and friends.  And, I'm pretty sure you are on many of those invite lists.  

What to wear may be your question as it would be mine so I decided to add some festive sparkle by adding my own "ornaments" to a simple black dress or cardigan without having to purchase multiple outfits for this season's shindigs.  You'll save more by changing your jewelry and shoes versus entire "fits". 

 Just a few places to purchase affordable holiday sparkle, Etsy, Dillards, Zappos, and Emitations.

Jessica Simpson Holiday Swag Necklace

Tish's Quick Holiday Decor Tips

You have probably started to deck your halls and make them all festive for the holidays, right?!  Well, if not, I have a few tips that can get you going.  

1.  Stick with a theme.  Or, go with your theme from last year and spruce it up.  Just make sure you have your colors or actual theme (i.e. snowflakes, penguins, ice) chosen.  If you have to do a little shopping, this will make it easier for you to go to the exact items you need.

2.  Recycle.  This will save you big.  Add to what you already have.  Need fillers or a few more ornaments?  Just buy these few items than purchasing a whole new "Christmas Decor Wardrobe".

3.  Try Mesh.  Deco Poly Mesh is wonderful and such a great filler.  You can purchase it from your local florist or decorator's store.  Use it on wreaths, trees, and garlands.  It is so easy to use but if you need a little help, ask the florist (or decorator) to show you a few tricks before you leave the store.

4.  Fragrances.  Fill your home or office with the fragrances of the Holidays.  Do this by adding potpourri or scented candles and oils to your space.  An immediate warmth will feel your space.

5.  Don't underestimate ornaments.  Fill glass jars or platters with ornaments of various sizes.  Place them on your coffee table, end tables, mantle, or bookshelves.  What a simple, chic, and beautiful way to decorate.  Be sure to check your local dollar stores before heading to your speciality shops.  We want to save, right?!

6. Shop your back yard.  Pine cones, acorns, branches, oh my!  I'm certain you have those near by.  And, not to mention tons of leaves...  Get a can of gold (or any color) spray paint and go to town on transforming these natural elements into chic decor items.  Place them in a bowl or platter and add some pillar candles and I think you have a masterpiece.

7.  Candle Clusters.  Use lots of them in clusters of various sizes.  If you are like me and have small children at home, I'd use LED battery operated candles.  Remember those items you're going to spraypaint?  Place these candles in the center and there you go.  

8.  Ribbon, Ribbon, and More Ribbon.  Christmas time is not a time where Less is More.  You can go BIG during this time.  Add fun ribbon of various sizes, colors, or patterns to your wreaths, tree, swags, and garlands.  

9.  Coordinated Gifts.  Keep your theme going when you begin to wrap your gifts.  Let your gift wrap also be a part of your theme.  Add that ribbon to it and what a great extra this will be to your holiday decor.

10.  Get Carried Away.  Carry your theme throughout your space by adding candles, swags, or smaller trees to other rooms.  You can bring smaller holiday doodads into other rooms such as your kitchen, bathroom, and home office.

Budget Chic DIY for Hearts Day

I was preparing dinner one night and as I opened up one of the canned veggies the cute little pink lightbulb flashed over my head.   Not about dinner...but the empty can.  So, I had Little Miss tear off the wrapper and then I washed the can and sat it on the counter.  Mr. Officer threw it away.  I tried this about 2-3 times again only to have him throw them away (on different days).  But then, it's probably not that easy living with someone who will create anything out of anything!

I started off with the clean can, tissue paper, glittery 12x12 scrapbook paper, glittery magnet, and some candy.  I used the paper trimmer to cut the scrapbook paper down to size (4.25"x10").  With my handy dandy hot glue gun, I wrapped the can with the paper.  Then, I added (not shown above) a lighter glittery strip of paper to the center (see below).  I secured the magnet with a dollop of hot glue, although the magnet worked fine alone. I then added one sheet of tissue paper and my candy...

Voila!

My very own little cute Valentine's Day treat container thingy.  Under five bucks.  This would be a great budget chic treat for the kiddies, co-workers, or friends.  And, an even better V-Day container for a fresh floral arrangement for your desk at work or to give as a simple gift.

Handmade gifts are sometimes the best to give and receive because of the time and love that goes into it.  What creative ideas do you have for spreading the love for V-Day this year?  Leave a comment and let us know.

Getting Ready for V-Day 2010

At the Planning Diva's house, we have been getting ready for Valentine's day.  Since I have a small one at home, it is really fun preparing for her little school and dance class parties.  The kiddies are always so excited and appreciative. This past Saturday, little miss and I prepared her VDay goodies for both her school class and her dance class.  

We decorated these water bottles for the little dancers to sip on after dance class.

For the party, little miss and I put together these cute treat bags.  Just a few pieces of candy and a tube of lip gloss makes a sweet treat.

The back of the bag topper

My dear and sweet mother-in-law is celebrating her birthday today so little miss and I put together a basket of yummy treats for her to enjoy during this coooold weather.  

Now, we have to work on the fellows at home so that they will feel all sweet and stuff.  What crafty creations are you working on for Valentine's 2010?!  

Oh yea, if you would like to create your own treat bags like we did, I'll send you a printable version (in pdf).  All you need to do is print onto cardstock and cut along the lines.  Send me your email address and I'll place them in your inbox.  

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year from Pink Tea Rose Events!  This has been an awesome year for us getting to know many of you, our clients, and 2010 potential and current clients.  Have a great time bringing in the New Year.

In case you need a last minute hostess gift to take to one of your parties, Martha Stewart has given a great inexpensive option, beautifully wrapped black eyed peas.   A Southern tradition is to eat black eyed peas on New Year's symbolizing humility and good fortune.  My mother in law prepares them faithfully each year and makes us eat them.

I don't think anything would be wrong if you added a pretty ribbon and tag to a Black Eyed Peas cd either.  What host wouldn't enjoy that?

Have a Happy New Year!

image:  Martha Stewart

Tish B.

Pretties for a Cure

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and this is where the color pink is blasted all around the nation. What a great cause to see pink.

Here in Arkansas we are getting prepared for our Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure walk on Saturday, October 17th in Little Rock and really excited about it, too! Many of us know someone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer and this month means a great deal. There are also many ways that we can show them that we care and are in support of the cause to find a cure for to save the ta-tas.

On Etsy, I found some great finds that would make great gifts to lift the spirits of the victors we know and love that has fought (or fighting) the battle of breast cancer.

Etsy: Square Q's Shop

Etsy: Becca's Place

Etsy: rltoney

Tish B.

Last Minute 4th of July Bash!

Tomorrow our country will celebrate it's birthday and there will be many cookouts and parties across the country. And, we will be out of the office beginning today until Monday so that we can spend some quality time with our friends and family. We hope you do, too!

Just in case you waited to the last minute to decide on having a festive get-together, I provided some quick, easy, and inexpensive elements to incorporate. And, they should be easy to find at your local grocery store and craft stores. Have a safe and happy 4th of July and talk to you on Monday!

1. 4th of July paper plates and things: I'm sure you've seen them at your local Wal-Mart, Target, or even Dollar Store. They're inexpensive and definitely will go with the theme of your party. If you're unable to find the striped wear, go solid!

2. Flags: You probably can't have enough of these wavy guys. Big ones, small ones, mini ones. You can use them in your buffet centerpiece, cupcakes, potted plants, along the driveway, you name it.

3. Desserts: Strawberries, blueberries, and whip cream on almost anything will say 4th of July. There are several recipes online for parfaits, cupcakes, sheet cakes, and tarts that will certainly make a hit at your party.

4. Decorations: Hurricane vases filled with layered and dyed rice will look great either on your buffet table, guest tables, or lining the patio. Add a white candle and Voila! If you don't have the time to dye your rice, craft foam beads found at your local Michael's or Hobby Lobby will do the trick.

Red and white carnations placed in striped or solid colored galvanized buckets will look fabulous. Carnations are very inexpensive at about $.50 ea. Add ribbon to the bucket or vase for an extra eye intriguing detail.

5. It's hot!!! So, don't forget about something both the adults and kids can enjoy. POPSICLES. Rocket popsicles are an American favorite and just so happen to come in the colors of our theme.

6. Beverages: Whether it's alcoholic or non-alcolholic, go for color! Try adding frozen strawberries and blueberries for an extra...umph and it'll serve as ice! Or, tonight make ice cubes with the berries mixed in them. Now, that will look great.

7. Favors: Right before you head to the light show, give each of your guests sparklers to light up. Either hand them out or place them in a bucket filled with sand and let guests serve themselves.

8. Food: C'mon...we already know what to serve, All-American Food! Hot Dogs, Grilled Barbecue Chicken, Burgers, Steaks, Potato Salad.... must I go on?!

9. You must have a great time. Laughing is mandatory and mosquito spray, if you're in the South, is a must.

Happy 4th of July!

Images:

Bliss Tree

Veranda

Dianna's Desserts

Flickr

Budget Dream Weddings

Bliss Tree

Foto Bank

Food Network

Tish B.

Easter + My Darling Diva Time

Besides having an event the day before Easter, I had to carve out some time to be with my darling little diva. After Easter service, we enjoyed dinner with our family and did what we love to do on Sunday evenings....nap!!!

When we woke up, we had a great time setting the table for our after dinner/nap snack and juice. Since it was Easter, we had to have our snack in style.

We had a sugary good time. And, it worked out to enjoy miniature cupcakes, fruit punch, and candy necklaces while watching the rain pour heavily outside. Good thing we skipped hiding the eggs this year!

Happy Planning,
Tish B.

Barbie Fabulous and Pink 50th!

It doesn't surprise me that international wedding and event planner Colin Cowie and interior designer Jonathon Adler didn't miss a beat planning and designing an over the top pink carpet event for the iconic plastic diva, Barbie. Below are just a few pics to show you that Barbie had the pink party of the year. The details are phenomenal. Go on over to the Hostess Blog for more pink!

Happy Planning,
Tish B.

Happy Valentine's Day

Photo Credit

I know I'm a day early but.... Pink Tea Rose Events would like to wish you a Happy Valentine’s Day. Enjoy the weekend, spread love, and relax.

If you are getting married this weekend, congratulations to you and yours. If you get engaged over the weekend, hooray—let the planning begin! If you are married, act like you’re new at it and plan a special date. And, if you’re not getting married, are married, or have someone to marry, you too can still enjoy your V-day with your gal pals over something chocolate-y, fried, or tangy and laugh the night away.

Happy Planning,
Tish B.

Presenting... Suite Indulgence

Since Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, I saw it fitting to introduce our updated Romantic Suite Décor service, Suite Indulgence. This is an awesome and affordable service to utilize as a gift for that someone special in your life to express your love. There are three inclusive packages that are already designed for you to purchase. At your convenience, packages may be customized to suit your style and special needs. Packages start at $125.

Some of the Suite Indulgence features are:
Rose petal trails, fresh flowers, toasting glasses, candles, chocolates, soft music, and more.

You can either purchase the complete package and decorate yourself or arrange for our consultants to do all of the work for you at no additional charge. Some restrictions do apply.

Suite Indulgence is great for wedding nights, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day (of course), birthdays, and any other special occasion you can think of. If you book a package before February 14, you will receive 10% off.

For more information, give us a call at 870.872.2128 between M-F 10am-6pm or send us an email to: indulge@thepinktearose.com.

Happy Planning,
Tish B.

Living a Dream

Today, we celebrate the birthday of a true and prophetic visionary, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We were born at such a time as this to actually experience the dream. And, on tomorrow we will witness the manifestation of the cause that Dr. King and many others alongside him fought hard for-the inauguration of the country's first African American President, Barack Obama. I can truly say that I am proud to be an American.

To listen to the ever so powerful, "I Have a Dream" speech, go here. Enjoy this day and embrace the time for change.

Happy Planning,
Tish B.

Lil Queen Bee turns 3!

I spend almost each week of every month celebrating occasions with and for others but this past weekend, I had a blast spending it with Lil' Queen Bee (LQB). She turned three on Friday (Sept. 26) and we had her party for a few little girlies on Saturday. LQB began months ago (seriously!) talking about her party from the colors, her outfit, guestlist, and even decor--she wanted pink balloons, bears, and princess stuff;) She woke up on Sunday asking me if she could have another one later on that day....kids are so funny! Here are a few pictures from the party.

Favor Bags for Mommies

Water Bottles

Party Favors for the Lil' Queen Bees

Mommy Bag contents (chocolate, nail polish, water, and popcorn)

CD Favors with Nursery Rhymes

Feathery Chandelier

Table Decor

Chair Covers (made by my fab sister)

Delivered {A Fab Book Debut}

I had the pleasure to plan and design a book signing event for a wonderful lady that I've grown to love and admire. Tara Irby, a Christian author, has written a book that is a personal testimony of overcoming obstacles and trusting God, completely. Angela, Tara's co-worker, contacted me a few weeks ago to plan and design a simply elegant event to debut Tara's new book, Delivered. It was a major success!

Congratulations Tara!

A Baby Shower for my BFF

What a call I received today!? My BFF, Lin, called me (who is expecting her first child in August) and we did our small talk. She then told me the great news....she wants me to do her baby shower!!!!! I guess you're saying, duh-you're the event planner, who else would she ask? That is a perk of having a professional planner as your friend, huh?! So as I prepare to wow her guests with fantastic decor, I'll keep you posted. I'm really excited for her and can't wait to shower her with love, a great gift, and a fabulous shower! Congratulations, Lin! Now, let's get to planning and shopping for this shower...