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

A Little Something Sweet for a Valentines Day Treat!

I looked at the calendar this morning and had a mild panic attack at the fact that Valentines Day is just around the corner!

My husband and I decided to keep Valentines Day low key this year and just stick to cards.... well, I'm not a "just cards" kinda gal.

I love making people smile and giving them something... even if it's just a little something that says, "I thought about you and wanted to make your day special."

I found this awesome website with some fun ideas!

Contact Melissa at MG Events to place your order!

$20 for a dozen. Custom colors available.
Shipping options available.


http://www.lovefromtheoven.com/2013/01/28/easy-rice-krispies-treat-valentine-pops/

MG Events: Minnie Mouse 1st Birthday!

We celebrated our twin girls FIRST birthday this past weekend.

Here is what I came up with for a fun and unique Minnie Mouse Theme.

Call or email for package pricing.

Don't hesitate to call for information on custom birthday parties, events, weddings, etc!

Melissa Galloway
MG Events

Minnie Mouse Inspired Invitation

Minnie Mouse Birthday Cake from Betty Cakes, Ocala, FL.

Smash Cakes for the twin girls!

CENTER: Hand Made Centerpieces. FAR RIGHT: Hand Made Bean Bag Toss

Close-up

Custom Made confetti from ETSY

Matching plates and Napkins from one of my favorite online markets!

Custom made Minnie Mouse centerpiece for the children's tables. The edible red and white swirl lollipops were very popular!

Close Up of the backdrop

The Decor! Beautiful red and white polka dot backdrop!

Pin the Crown on the Birthday Girl game (inspired by an old classic; pin the tail on the donkey)

Close up of the boys favor bags. The girl favor bags had big Minnie Mouse Bows!

Favor bag display.

Minnie Mouse inspired 16oz cups with an ice bucket in the middle.

Fruit Pizza bar

Background for the food table. What a statement! 

For more info on how to make your event one of a kind, contact Melissa Galloway

MelissaGalloway2012@gmail.com

Thanks,
MG Events

Balloon Surprise Box!

It's always fun to find new websites and blogs online. I ran across this fun website today.

Oh PARTY! got my "idea wheel" spinning again and this is what I came up with.

My husband's nephew is expecting his first baby. This means that it will be the first great grandchild for my in-laws. Martin and Sara are having a gender reveal party and I was looking for something fun to take as a gift. However, not knowing the sex of the baby until we arrive at the party made it a difficult task to fulfil...until I found this!

What a fun idea to fill a box full of pink and blue balloons and putting a few dollars into each one of them. Gender reveals don't often call for gifts, but this would be something fun to "kick start" all the baby boy or baby girl shopping that's about to empty their savings account!



http://www.ohparty.net/party-do-it-yourself-balloon-surprise-box.php#.UPhnGFufILM.blogger

My First Post as a Career Woman!

It's official. I have posted my first post on my event planning blog!
I feel like we need to celebrate!

I am excited for what the future holds as far as my career goes. I know that it will benefit my family, as I am a stay at home mommy of almost 1 year old twin girls. Event planning has always been a dream of mine and I am thrilled at the support of my husband, friends and family as I begin to take on this endeavour.

Over time, I will begin to post some past events that I have done. I know that this is only the beginning of great things!

I will close this blog with a quick celebration dessert.

Blue Berry Dump Cake

 

http://allrecipes.com/Cook/10984294/Photo.aspx?photoID=97043

 

Ingredients:

• One package Betty Crocker Yellow Cake Mix
• 4 cups of fresh blueberries
• 1/3rd cup of sugar
• 1/2 cup salted, melted butter
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Directions:

• Preheat your oven to 350F
• Mix the blueberries, sugar and cinnamon in the bottom of a 9x13in Pyrex.
• Cover the berry mixture with the dry cake mix.
• Pour the melted butter over the cake mix.
• Bake for 30 to 45 minutes.

Serve hot or cold with vanilla ice cream!

 

Please leave a comment with your own party ideas, recipes, events or questions.

 

Melissa Galloway

MG Events