Party Rentals For You Wedding In Jamaica
23 May 2012 Leave a Comment
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Visit our online showroom at http://www.hgpartyrentals.com/ to have a look at all the items we have available for rent for your wedding or event Jamaica.
Wedding Planning & Floral Classes in Jamaica
23 May 2012 Leave a Comment
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Wedding Planning & Floral Classes – Register now for our basic and master classes. Small class size. Also one on one training available. We offer on the job work experience to help you connect your education to the real world. Call 876-541-7772 or email us at heleng@helengevents.com
Are You Turning Into A Bridezilla?? Here are 13 Signs
23 May 2012 Leave a Comment
Weddings can be stressful. You want everything to be perfect, and most brides like to call the shots when it comes to their special day. But if your friends are quitting the bridal party and you and your parent and or fiance are arguing constantly you need to take a step back. You have officially entered bridezilla territory.
Some people think that Bridezillas only exist on the TV. We sit back, and watch these ladies act extremely crazy on the day that is supposed to be about becoming one with the love of their lives, and who they will spend the rest of their lives with; but not these ladies. They nitpick everything from the way their dress fit and hair looks to the reception and the food choices and quality. Bridezillas are about driving people crazy and usually act like a total bitch even to their loved ones. Some even lose life-long friends because they are so caught up in trying to be perfect. But what about the Bridezillas in your neighborhood, or even in your family? What about you? Would you be willing to risk everything? Just to have a “perfect” day. Are you willing to lose friends even if they make a simple mistake
We’ve compiled a list of 13 signs that you’re turning into a bridezilla. If any of these are at all applicable to you, or they sound like something you’d consider doing, re-evaluate your priorities. Wedding planning should be fun, after all.
1. You are spending your parents into the poorhouse
2. You are angry all the time
3. The pictures must be perfect. No imperfections, no fat, pregnant persons allowed
4. Your bridal party have quit on you.
5. Its wedding wedding 24 hours of the day. You don’t have time for anyone or anything else
6. No one is taking your calls
7. You are issuing clothing requirements and rules
8. Your wedding registry totals more than a house costs
9. Your guest list has 10 people on it
10. You have a vision and you are sticking to it no matter what
11. You won’t allow your fiancé to have a bachelor party.
12. You stop being friends with someone because they can’t make it to your bridal party and they didn’t get you a gift.
13. Your fiancé is reconsidering marrying you.
All you have to do is follow these steps closely to be the best Bridezilla you can be, but if you are normal person that cares about the friends and family gathered around you on your special day, then here are ten signs to avoid before you become a Bridezilla.
Square Is In
21 May 2012 Leave a Comment
Its now hip to be square. Square containers are now in for your wedding see a sample of what we have available for rent at: http://www.helengevents.com/p/49_square-vases
See below some arrangements with square containers
Little Guests At Weddings. Big Problem???
18 May 2012 Leave a Comment
I recently did a wedding with over 15 children and while some behaved beautifully, well lets not even mention the melt downs by some. This really got me thinking about children at weddings. Inviting children to a wedding is often a hot topic between couples and their families. Here are some of your options when planning your big day.
Avoiding meltdowns is the key to happiness on your big day
To keep costs low and to avoid the risk of children’s unpredictable behaviour stealing the show on their big day many couples choose to have adult only weddings. While it is ultimately the couples decision here are some things to carefully consider:
- What goes for one, goes for all. If your 2nd Cousin ‘Trudy’ can’t bring her 5 troublemaking children, your sister can’t bring her little angel either. .This somewhat applies to young attendants, they obviously will be a part of your wedding, but have someone appointed to take these children to a sitters immediately after the ceremony, or photos.
- Unless your wedding is held in an age restricted venue a child is someone under the age of 16.
- DO NOT write ‘ADULT RECEPTION’ on your invitation, instead address it to only the adults in each household (16 + still living at home should receive their own invitation)
- Instead of leaving the reply card blank and letting your guests to fill in how many will be attending (leaving room for children to suddenly be included in your guest count) word it similar to ’2 seats have been reserved in your honour, Yes we will attend, No we are unable to attend’
- Guests with small children may be offended, or choose not to attend rather than finding a sitter. Be prepared for some negative feedback.
Another option is to provide child care at your reception site. Many venues have a conference room or similar separate area. Hiring professionals to care for the children will ensure your guests comfort and the children’s enjoyment. Other factors to consider
- Have children eat dinner with their parents. Provide child friendly foods.
- Before speeches start have parents escort their children to the separate ‘kid party’
- Provide the children with healthy snacks, colouring and craft supplies, board games or play an age appropriate movie.
- If your budget allows it bringing in a television and Wii, or Playstation so older children can play some video games this will make yours the event of the year according to your younger guests.
- Many parents will appreciate having some kid free time to dance, and enjoy your reception.
Children enjoy being involved in your celebration
If children will be attending your reception for the whole evening try giving them plenty to do. Children begin to act up when they are bored so preventing boredom will be the easiest way to keep your smallest guests happy.
- Having kid specific or kid friendly favours will let your smallest guests know you’ve put special thought into them on your day. Things like a wedding customized comic book, or a small, inexpensive toy will not only keep the children smiling, but entertained during speeches as well.
- After dinner have a large table set up in a quiet corner of the room complete with poster paper, crayons and markers, stickers etc. Have the children create a ‘Congratulations’ banner to present later in the evening.
- You could also include play dough, or bubbles for little ones to play with.
- Children love to dance! Have your band or Dj play a kid friendly song for only the young ones to dance to. They will love briefly being the center of attention, and many will dance the night away along with their energy.
Having a plan to keep children at your wedding entertained will allow you to enjoy your wedding knowing that all of your guests can share in your happiness.
Some info and pics taken from proposalplanning.com
Wedding Cakes from Helen G Events
09 May 2012 Leave a Comment
in Helen G Events General Stuff, Things We Love at Helen G
Below are cakes from Helen G Events from some of our weddings in Jamaica over the years:
Unique Wedding Ceremony Programs
09 Apr 2012 Leave a Comment
Check this out these wedding ceremony programs ideas from Martha Stewart Weddings:
http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/302901/unique-ceremony-programs/@center/303373/wedding-invitations-stationery?xsc=eml_dwd_2012_04_07&om_rid=Nsjj0T&om_mid=_BPgCxEB8d-nY-w
Helen G Events Bouquets
08 Apr 2012 Leave a Comment
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We love love flowers at Helen G Events. Below are some wedding or bridal bouquets done by us for weddings in Jamaica. For additional bouquets visit www.helengdecor.com :
2012 Jamaica Wedding Trends
06 Mar 2012 Leave a Comment
So far at Helen G Events for wedding in Jamaica I love what I am seeing this year. I am a big supporter of any bride or couple that wants to get involved in the local culture and want to experience the real Jamaica. I was a little disappointed when one bride switched her search to a different country as her parents didn’t feel safe. Maybe the real reason maybe not. But as a country we do try our endeavor best to protect our visitors and I think no country is 100% full proof safe as with anything take the necessary precautions.
All that said alot of brides this year are requesting off site weddings. Meaning even though they are staying at all inclusive resorts they want to experience an authentic Jamaican wedding and I love love that. It not only makes for a great experience for you and your guests but it also contributes to our local economy.
Another trend we see developing is that some couples want to donate to a local school or children’s home. Love that.
Alot of destination brides are also requesting authentic Jamaican food or want to incorporate something Jamaican in their wedding ceremony. No matter where the couple is from they request this.
Another trend is couple are now actually planning a total Jamaica experience for their guest. They are now actually putting effort into hosting their guest. Couples are planning activities such as zip lining and various excursions for guests to partake in.
Another trend for even local brides is that our traditional fruit cake or black cake is a no no. Most brides are now requesting different cake flavors. I am a black cake lover and this is a staple for any Jamaican weddings so this is a surprise to me. But the younger generation is tending away from this Jamaican wedding staple.
Not much flowers. That’s all I hear. I am not into flowers. That’s the request. Couples want alternatives. They prefer to spend money in other areas than on flowers or they want new new ideas.
All in all couples are doing what makes them happy and I love that.
The Ghost Chair For Weddings
04 Feb 2012 1 Comment
I have been seeing these chairs in event decoration for a while maybe over the last 3 years, and I just love them! Its not yet available locally in Jamaica as yet but hopefully one of our rentals vendors will consider it.
The fabulous ghost chair is one the easiest ways to give your traditional wedding decoration a little twist of contemporary style. They are available in a variety of colors. I guarantee you your reception will look elegant, and still keep unique. If you are a modern bride looking for a clean contemporary look for the big day, the ghost chair is an excellent option for your decoration as well.
Below are some pics we found on the internet from Manolo for Brides and Taylor Creative Inc
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