Rods, fabric and flowers!

The title says it all! Rods, fabric and flowers!
 What more does a girl need for a beautiful outdoor April wedding?

It's every brides dream to make her wedding her own. This is a simple idea that will captivate guests attention throughout the ceremony. Their attention will be drawn to the personalized detail of chic fabric and elegant flowers.

Here are just a few ideas that I came across. (All images are from Pinterest)

 

 

 

I want to make your day spectacular! 

Contact me for wedding package pricing. 

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Southern Peach Bridal Shower

I am slowly starting to get some ideas ready for a bridal show that I'm going to be attending in a few weeks.
I'm working on samples for engagement parties, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners and the BIG DAY!

There are so many beautiful ideas right now that it's hard to pick just a few favorites.

I did come across this bridal shower idea that I've loved for a while now! It's one of those versatile ideas where we can incorporate texture and color!

This is my vision:
Morning bridal shower with stuffed peaches and cream french toast, mimosas in beautiful champagne glasses, burlap table runners over white table clothes. How about gold rimmed chargers with elegant white plates? We can bring in the beautiful peach color with gold vases (DIY) and single stem peach colored roses with some babies breath. We can break up the monotony by adding a pop of greenery by adding a little stem of green Hypericum berries inside the napkin.

Have an event coming up? Need some inspiration? Or need someone to take the reigns and plan it for you?
Contact Melissa at MG Events for your personalized package pricing.
MelissaGalloway2012@gmail.com

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Hypericum Berries - Google Image

Lucky, Lucky!

I'm itching to do a wedding with a fun little twist to it. It's easy to keep tradition in weddings, while also making them unique. Changing small things up like name tags for table seating can make a dramatic impact on your special day!
Who doesn't love a fun twist on traditional name tags? Sometimes weddings can become so mundane with the "same old, same old."

Look what I found while playing around with some ideas today! (Here's a thought, it could double as a wedding favor!)

A little love, a little luck, a little country!

Contact Melissa at MG Events for your next party! Online planning services are available for those of you who live out of the area!
MelissaGalloway2012@gmail.com

Fun Friday!

Who is ready for Fun Friday?!

Since Valentines Day is next week (eeek), I think we will stick with a fun Valentines Day theme.

Who doesn't want to have a fabulous little Valentines Day cupcake topper? Look at this super exciting idea I came across! Tulle cupcake toppers!

Just a touch of fabulous!

What a sweet little favor table. Alternating the red and white mailboxes with a little "kiss" and a little "love" makes anyone feel special. I love the subtle look of the tulips in the background.

You've got mail!

 Let's make your next event spectacular! It's the details that make a difference!

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MG Events: Something's Fishy; Someone's Fourty!

This Fortieth wasn't your traditional "over the hill" theme! Since we live in a small town that is still somewhat very country-esque, many of my themes have a certain southern flair to them.

The fishing theme was inspired by the birthday boy's hobby.

Peanut Butter Cake with Chocolate Fudge Icing

 What a fun nautical theme. The napkins were folded into triangles and placed into the dessert 

forks for an extra "pop."

 I had a great time with the decor. I rented the nets, shells and fish from a local party store here in Ocala. The green stones and votifs are mine.

 Isn't this drink bar super exciting?! Shells, fish, nets, crabs, starfish.... don't forget some beer and wine!

Such a FUN theme! Green table clothes are mine.

Talk about a statement centerpiece. This lobster trap was the talk of the party.

This theme was inspired by the guest of honor's hobby. I think that I nailed this party and the decor. 

Thanks to Betty Cakes for another amazing cake! 

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MG Events: Chinese Lantern Baby Shower

This is an adoption shower that I hosted for a good friend of mine. I met her about 7 years ago while she was on a walk with her oldest son. She was pregnant with her second boy at the time. Little did I know how close we would become over the last several years; nonetheless have GIRLS that are the same age! I remember countless late night talks about her wanting to adopt a little girl. She told me about all the adoption books she was reading and all the blogs she was following. Low and behold. five years later, her dream soon became her husband's, and their dream became their family's dream. Little Kathryn became part of the most wonderful family just before Thanksgiving last year (2012).

The most exciting and special part of this breakfast shower was that we were able to celebrate Kathryn's very first birthday. It just so happened that we were able to have a shower in her honor on her birthday! Although she was still far, far away in China, it will always be a special day to remember.

Thank you to this dear family for allowing me to be such a big part of your special day!

 

This DIY banner captured everything that I wanted it to. I wanted to incorporate a birthday celebration along with an adoption shower. I also had her mommy bring a picture of her so that we could display her precious little self at her birthday party shower! 

The banner is made from 9 inch white doilies with bright pink card stock that I cut into circles. I added the multicolor polka dots for a fun little pop. The doilies are linked together with pink and green ribbon.

Closeup of the banner

Cake from Betty Cakes, Ocala, FL and the super fun plates and napkins from Polka Dot Market

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I love how this caterpillar turned out. I wanted to do something to honor Kathryn's birthplace. It was a "no" for me on Chinese food, or fortune cookies. The Chinese paper lanterns did the trick! I felt like this Chinese caterpillar captured where she is from and also wiggled it's way into a first birthday, breakfast shower!
Burlap and babies breath added some finishing touches to make this DIY project complete.

 Several smaller tables were set up in a different room. The proud grandmother really wanted to incorporate some of her son's silver when he was a child. I thought that this idea was beautiful. We managed to pull off a completely different look with the silver since it was in a different room.

Whether you just need inspiration or need MG Events to take the reigns on your whole project, feel free to contact Melissa for package pricing.
MelissaGalloway2012@gmail.com

MG Events: Mr. Stork, Bringing Two! Twin Girl Baby Shower

This was such a fun shower! Momma is expecting twin girls!

The pink and green stork theme started out when looking for the invitations. The theme continued throughout the shower and was accentuated with the beautiful stork centerpiece on the food table.
We used color and texture to bring life and fun into a classy shower.

From jelly beans to burlap, tomato soup shooters and mozzarella caprese, the pictures below will entertain your visual senses!

Twenty little fingers, twenty little toes.

Closeup of the flower arrangements

This was a December shower. We had to work around the Christmas Decor (Muse Cafe wouldn't let us take it off)

Write a little message for those late night diaper changes (onsie confetti from Etsy)

Twice the Blessings; Twice the fun. Two little miracles instead of one. (Betty Cakes, Ocala, FL)

Fun way to display the cake! Invert a square bowl and add some texture!

The food table. DIY Green burlap runner with a pink border!

Closeup of the stork centerpiece (Fabulous Flowers, Hernando, FL)

Slowly bringing out the food before the guests arrive (Decadence Catering)

Tomato soup shooters with grilled "feet"

Yummy! 

Credits and Thanks: 
Location: Muse Cafe, Ocala, FL. (since the shower, it is under new management. Tres Chic the Swanky Victorian). 
Caterer: Decadence Catering by Cindy Dinges 
Cake: Betty Cakes, Ocala, FL
Fabulous Flowers in Hernando, FL. for the beautiful arrangements!
Decor, ideas and DIY Centerpieces by MG Events (onsie confetti from Etsy)


For your next shower, contact Melissa at MG Events: melissagalloway2012@gmail.com

It's a Bee-tiful Monday!

I've been obsessing about this Bee-tiful Bee party that I came across a few days ago. I just had to share it with you.

This party has so much potential and could be very versatile. How much fun would this little bee party be for a little girls birthday celebration?  What about a fun gender reveal party? (stepping away from the traditional pink vs blue ideas) What about a baby shower, where the parents have decided to wait to find out what their little bundle of joy will be until baby is born?

Contact Melissa at MG Events for your next party!
MelissaGalloway2012@gmail.com

Honey Lemonade

Honey Comb Snack

Buzzing Bees

Bee-tiful Party!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MG Events: Wedding: Simplistic Elegance

This wedding was beautiful. The reception took place at Black Diamond Ranch located in Lecanto, Florida. It's approximately 30 miles from Ocala, Florida.

The venue was beautiful. High ceilings with wood beams, stone pillars, a warm fireplace, big leather chairs and soft lighting all captured a natural elegance that made this wedding reception stunning.

To make your special day spectacular, contact Melissa Galloway at MG Events.
MelissaGalloway2012@gmail.com

Something fun to dry those happy tears

SAVE: DIY Ceremony Programs

Runner with rose petals

The groom's boutonniere

SAVE: Instead of each bridesmaid having a big bouquet, something simplistic like three Calla Lillie's look just as elegant.

Personal touches make your wedding spectacular

Do something fun for the grooms cake, like a Peanut Butter flavored Red Fish

Simplistic Elegance: Three beautiful Calla Lillie's twirled around curly willow. Add some stones for color and candles to create a romantic mood.

SAVE: Just a touch of color can dress up any table setting.

Beautiful scenery from the reception hall.

SAVE: If you want an extra tier or two or three but don't need the extra cake, save by adding a faux foam layer.

Stunning!

Photo Credit to CVB PHOTOGRAPHY by Ursula
Wedding Stationary by Pen and Ink
Flowers by Fabulous Flowers, Hernando, Florida.

Fun Friday

 

Are you ready for a fun Friday DIY activity?

I'm sure most of America is ready for Sunday's big Super Bowl! Some of you might be planning to host a big party, while others might be choosing to scale it down this year.

Either way, here is a fun little DIY craft no matter how many people you plan to have.

Materials: 

• Two empty coffee cans (or any other containers you have laying around)
• Spray paint 
• White acrylic paint
• Silverware 

 Instructions: 

 

Make sure you clean the inside of the coffee cans with some warm soapy water. Dry them off completely before getting your spray paint ready. 

* For a more rugged look, take off the paper wrapper around the coffee can. You can remove any sticky residue with a little bit of lighter fluid. Remember to wash off any excess lighter fluid after you're done.

Get your well ventilated work area ready by laying down an old towel or newspaper before you start your spray paint process. 

Follow the directions on the spray paint container to prevent paint from dripping down your coffee can and leaving streaks. The best method for an even coating of paint is to stand back a few inches and to spray a thin layer first. Wait a few minutes for the first layer to dry. Repeat until your desired color and thickness is reached. 

Wait for the spray paint to dry completely before you paint your lines. Practice your lines on a scrap piece of paper to get comfortable with the spacing first. 

Paint your white lines and let it dry in a well ventilated area until all paint fumes are gone. 

* For a fun twist: use the colors of the team you are rooting for!

 

Before your guests arrive, throw in some silverware! 

 

Happy Friday! 

 

 

Super Bowl Ideas