Put some sparkle into your event!
Friday, September 25th, 2009
Laura Larrick Studios
Stephanie Hughes, event planner extraordinaire and owner of Diamond Events, is back with some great tips for a fabulous - and safe - Sparkler Exit. To learn more about Stephanie’s event planning services, visit www.weddingsbyde.com.
- Length of the Sparklers: The length of the sparkler is a major factor in having your sparkler exit timed perfectly! A great online resource is, Sparkle (http://www.sparklersonline.com/) they sell 36″, 20″ and 10 inch sparklers! The 36 inch sparkler lasts 4 minutes, which is ample time for your guests to light the sparkler, get in place and still have plenty of spark for your picture perfect exit.
- Lighting the Sparklers: - Luckily almost every wedding will have access to Sterno’s. A Sterno® is the chafing fuel put under buffet dishes to keep them warm. Lasting up to 2-1/2 hours, Sterno® Brand Gel will reach and maintain a temperature of 140 degrees and is non-toxic. A few Sterno’s® placed along the sparkler line on cocktail tables, is a safe and easy way for guests to light their sparklers.
- Lots of buckets: The guests will need ample buckets filled with either sand or water, to dispose of the sparklers. It is important to have the containers spread throughout the sparkler line to prevent the transferring of used sparklers. The rods will be hot and need to be collected with care to prevent any burns or injuries. Your venue would also appreciate the proper disposable of sparklers to prevent guests from leaving them on the ground and becoming a fire hazard.
- Lights, camera, action! It is important to work with your photographer to find the best lighting for your sparkler exit, and the all important sparkler exit shot. Letting your photographer know ahead of time gives them time to scout the venue and make suggestions for the best location.
of Chic Celebrations. Event planner Jessica Juliano recently gave birth to an adorable baby boy. Jessica and her mom, Renee’ Coffman, are the owners of Chic Celebrations - a new event planning firm in Northern Virginia.
The one “must have” for your wedding - a budget! Brides and grooms of all budgets are making sure to spend their money (or even mom and dad’s money) wisely. Most couples get at least three quotes for each service they are interested in receiving, making sure to negotiate their exact terms for the best price and quality. All decorations serve double duty - there isn’t one arrangement that gets left behind.
Going “green” doesn’t mean you’re a hippie. You just want to do the small things that count. Couples are doing their part to reduce the environmental impact of their weddings. They are recycling, renting glasses and place settings instead of using disposables, and keeping the ceremony and reception in the same location so guests won’t be using more gas by traveling to different venues.
