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Featured: Say Squeeze!

March 26, 2015 by Elizabeth

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We had so much fun designing this citrus-inspired “Hello, Sunshine!” branding party with a few of our industry favorites, which is featured on Greenvelope.com today.  The signature bar highlighted local obsession, Don Ciccio e Figli artisanal Italian liqueurs, and the custom suspended shelves featured another local superstar, Jrink Juicery cold-pressed juices.  Decor of bright pops of yellow, orange, green and pink, with geometric patterns added zest to the party.  The custom Step and Repeat by Winifred Paper and custom swag boxes by Gift and Gander are two brilliant examples of how great design can make a lasting impression for your guests.

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We are so grateful to our incredible vendor partners:

Longview Gallery

Syzygy

Abby Jiu Photography

Philippa Tarrant Floral Design
Winifred Paper
Sarah Bohl Calligraphy
Gift and Gander
DC Rental
Plants Alive
Don Ciccio e Figli
Jrink Juicery

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Want to try some of our DIY projects at home?  Here you go:
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DIY Citrus Fruit Garland/Chandelier
Materials:
Cardstock or similar weight paper in citrus colors
scissors
fishing line
wooden dowels
brass fasteners
Either make a template or free-hand cut in a pointed oval/leaf shape:
4 pieces of Yellow: 5″ long x 2″ wide
4 pieces of Pink: 6″ long x 3″ wide
4 pieces of Green: 4″ long x 1.75″ wide
Repeat to desired amount of fruit.  We also cut small green leaf accents.  Attached paper fruit to fishing line at desired intervals.  Attach garlands to wooden dowels.  These can be hung linearly to create a backdrop or clustered together as in the photo to create a “chandelier.”
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DIY Geometric Floor Pattern
Materials:
1 roll gaffers tape, orange
1 roll gaffers tape, yellow
measuring tape

We measured and cut the tape to create 4 squares that were 2ft x 2ft with 1 ft in between squares on all sides.  We then measured and cut the opposite color tape and centered for a 3ft x 3ft square.

 

 

Filed Under: Creative Sparks, DIY, Parties and Soirees Tagged With: DIY, event design, Product Branding, winter

Weekend Wanderlust: Snow Day

January 14, 2015 by Elizabeth

Are you planning a romantic winter proposal or snowy honeymoon? My husband and I are getting ready for a weekend away on the slopes and I’m just smitten by the romance of it all.

Take a snow day with us today and enjoy the beauty of newly fallen snow, hot toddies, sharing an open fire, and the adventures charming mountain resorts like these have to offer:

Topnotch Resort & Spa, Stowe, Vermonttopnotch

The Pitcher Inn, Warren, Vermont

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The Inn at Lost Creek, Telluride, Colorado

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Little Nell, Aspen, Colorado

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Stein Erickson, Park City, Utah

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Post Hotel, Lake Louise, Banff, Canada
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Four Seasons, Whistler, Canada

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~ Hillary

Filed Under: Destination, Travel Fabulously Tagged With: away we go, Destination Wedding, resources, travel, winter

Weekend Wanderlust

October 17, 2014 by Elizabeth

We are constantly collecting fabulous properties for our destination events here, there and everywhere you want to go. These are just a few on our list from some recent client venue searches:   For the equestrian lover, visit The Ranch at Rock Creek. Ranch at Rock Creek   For majestic fairway views, schedule your tee time at The Inn at Spanish Bay, Pebble Beach. Pebble Beach   For the perfect mix of adventure and luxury, go to The Four Seasons Jackson Hole. Four Seasons Jackson Hole   For a decadent California wine tasting retreat, stay at Auberge du Soleil. Auberge du Soleil   For old-world luxury and a unique, historical escape, look no further than The Greenbrier. Greenbrier

 

Happy travels!

~ Hillary

Filed Under: Destination, Travel Fabulously Tagged With: Destination Event, Destination Wedding, Fall, inspiration, winter

Featured: DIY Sip and See on Style Me Pretty Living

February 28, 2014 by Elizabeth

The Observatory Elizabeth Duncan Events Sip and See

We are beyond excited to have our Heart Full of Love Sip and See featured on Style Me Pretty Living today.  This was such a sweet and fun party to plan!

Click here to check out the post and learn more about the DIY details.  Thank you to all of our fabulous vendors!

Photography: The Observatory | Floral Design: Philippa Tarrant Floral Designs | Cake: Kendall’s Cakes | Invitations: Trimmings By Jill | Catering: Design Cuisine | Calligraphy And Signage: Laura Hooper Calligraphy | Custom Coffee Sleeve: Print Globe | Custom Wood Monogram: Etsy – Custom Cut Monograms |  Linens And Equipment: DC Rental

Filed Under: Creative Sparks, DIY, Parties and Soirees Tagged With: DIY, event design, winter

Washington Post: Nancy & Scott

March 2, 2012 by Elizabeth

I was so excited to see one of my January weddings featured in the Washington Post recently.  Nancy and Scott were an amazing couple to work with and we lucked out with a gorgeous, sunny day for their wedding.  One of my favorite things about this wedding was that Nancy’s wedding dress has been worn by every woman in her family since 1950.

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You can see more photos in the Washington Post gallery, here.

Filed Under: Around Town, Inspired Events, Wedding Style Inspiration Tagged With: business, inspiration, photography, wedding, winter

Valentine’s Day Inspired Wedding

February 10, 2012 by Elizabeth

Valentine’s Day is next week, so here’s a little inspiration that I pulled together for my clients who are getting married this month.  Combining sophistication and romance, it’s sure to be fabulous!

Apriori, Paul Johnson, Style Me Pretty, Martha Stewart Weddings, Preston Bailey, Jeff Leatham, Santa Barbara Wedding

Style Me Pretty, Martha Stewart Weddings, Wedding Bee, Camille Styles, Small and Chic Home, Heart Love Weddings

Martha Stewart Weddings, Aileen Tran, Brides, Party Rental, In Style, Martha Stewart Weddings, Snipeet&Ink

Filed Under: Creative Sparks, Inspired Events, Wedding Style Inspiration Tagged With: decor, event design, inspiration, wedding, winter

Holiday Gifts for the Bride-to-Be

December 8, 2011 by Elizabeth

Here are just a few gift ideas for the bride-to-be in your life.  Happy shopping!

Relax and de-stress together with a mani/pedi and mimosas at Mimosa DC.

She needs her beauty sleep, so what better than a custom eye mask inspired by Breakfast at Tiffany’s?

A pretty kimono robe for her to wear while getting ready on her wedding day would be the perfect fit!

Get her ready for the honeymoon with custom luggage tags and passport cover.

Help her pick her playlist with this Soundtrack of Your Life wizard and love-ly DVF earbuds.

Practice toasting to the happy couple with these rose-colored Champagne Coupes from BHLDN.

She’ll definitely remember her lines with this adorable “I Do” necklace from Kate Spade.

Even tired dancing feet should sparkle!

These cute calling cards would be just right for a new Mrs.

A unique keepsake of her wedding day would be a custom letterpress print  of her wedding ceremony music or the lyrics to their first dance song.

Filed Under: Be Merry, Creative Sparks, Resource File Tagged With: holidays, resources, wedding, winter

Snow & Ice Holiday Party

November 30, 2011 by Elizabeth

I’m so excited to see my client’s Snow & Ice Holiday Party come together this weekend.  Here’s a sneak peek at the fabulous and fun design ideas we pulled together.

Photo Credits: BizBash, Gifts.com, Motohata, Tim King, Special Events, s279photobucket, Erich Ginder, Martha Stewart Weddings, A Priori

Filed Under: Creative Sparks, Inspired Events Tagged With: decor, event design, holidays, inspiration, winter

Cup of Tea

July 20, 2011 by Elizabeth

I’m off to England for a short vacation and can’t wait to fill up on strong English tea, scones, clotted cream and strawberry jam!  Love this poster and truly believe a nice cup of tea makes everything better.

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Filed Under: Travel Fabulously Tagged With: food, interior design, travel, winter

Winter Wonderland Party Inspiration

January 14, 2011 by Elizabeth

I’m so excited about my first event of 2011 tonight, a fabulous Sweet 16 Party at the Halcyon House in Georgetown.  We’re transforming the studio into a Winter Wonderland with the help of Capital Décor where guests can dance the night away to some super cool tunes courtesy of Dan Goldman at Bialeks, and enjoy a delicious Hot Chocolate Bar with all sorts of yummy dipping items and toppings and other winter-themed treats provided by the incredible Well Dunn.  The birthday girl will blow out the candles on a beautiful tiered, snowflake-patterned ice cream cake custom designed by Kendall’s Cakes.  I will post photos after the event, but here’s the inspiration board I put together when we first started planning.

PJ Lynch, designsponge, swank sweet, knightlight, funfactory, joesonthenose

Update January 19:  As promised, here are some photos from the event.  The Client was so thrilled and everyone had a great time!

Filed Under: Creative Sparks, Inspired Events Tagged With: events, inspiration, winter

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