Giveaway: Wedding,Party Favors & More!

 It's always a lovely gesture when you host an event to give a little token of appreciation to you guest at the end. And who doesn't like to receive a cute party favor at the end of an event?  I DO! 

Personalized favor boxes

Cute Cupcake Favor Boxes

Are you looking for supplies to style or decorate a wedding, bridal shower, baby shower or party? Look no further! eFavorMart has it all! Table runners, personalized napkins, placecard holders, acrylic crystals and garlands, paper lanterns.. you name it!

Damask Table Runners

You'll be like a kid in a candy store.. so many  things to choose from!!  Here's your chance to get what you need for your next event. eFavorMart is giving all Fete Fanatics a $25 credit towards your purchase,(shipping and taxes are not included).  It's really simple to enter, and multiple ways to win!

Here how to increase your chances....

1. Visit the efavorMart's site and leave a comment on this blog post with an item you'd like to get your $25 credit.
2.  Like the eFavorMart Facebook page and leave a comment on this blog post that you've done so.
3. Follow eFavorMart on Twitter @eFavorMart
4. If you are not yet following Fete Fanatic follow the blog, Facebook, or Twitter as well! 
5. Share this giveaway on your own Blog, Facebook Page and/or Tweet about it & comment here with the links! (3 more opportunities to win)

The Winner will be chosen at random on Friday, April 6th at 11:00pm (EST).

Any entries received after this time will not be considered.
Good Luck!

Spring has Sprung!

Happy Spring Everyone! 

Here's a blast from my past styled tablescapes, Spring related of course...

"Spring is in Full Swing 2011"  Check out the details here and here!

Get out and enjoy the beautiful weather!

Bottoms Up: Shamrock Shake & Shooters

Perfect for your St. Patty's day entertaining! This recipe is super simple.. it's a must try!

McDonald’s Shamrock Shake Copycat Recipe (makes 1 giant shake, or 2 generously sized shakes)

3 cups good quality vanilla ice cream

1 3/4 cups 1% milk

1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract

Green food coloring, if desired

Blend all ingredients in a blender until completely thick and smooth

Pour into glasses and serve!

If you don't want to indulge in a huge milkshake, a shooter is the perfect guilt free alternative. Plus they are too cute!

image & recipe from babble

Pour shakes into shot glasses and garnish each one with whipped cream, sprinkles !

Enjoy!

Josh's Jungle Jubilee

It's such a gorgeous day out today.. 70 degree's here in the NY/NJ area!  A mild day like this is perfect for a stroll at the zoo. Which reminds me.... I never shared the Joshua's Jungle Jubilee.... a party I designed last year for the cutest little boy celebrating his 1st birthday party at the Zoo.  It was mid summer then, so the party was in one of the zoo's  air conditioned classrooms.  No need for AC today!  Enjoy!

The kids decorated sun visors before venturing out in the "wilderness"

Centerpieces were little storage boxes wrapped with coordinating baby animal jungle fabric, and housed all craft supplies needed to decorated the visors.  I also added pieces of wheatgrass and the #1 to add the the jungle feel along a giraffe print runner.

Lunch boxes were outfitted with id stickers provided by none other than my go to stationery girl Christine of  The 3 Chatty Chicks  and The Olive Branch Papery.  Christine did an amazing job designing the

paper goods for this event.

An itinerary provided guidance for the parents throughout the day

Whats a party without sweets and treats!?  I used giraffe print linens along with an accent of the baby animal jungle scene fabric, bamboo sticks, banana leaves, and wheatgrass to decorate the sweets display.

Marshmallow bananas are a must! That's if you dare take them away from his tight grip! ;-)

Wheatgrass added a special touch to a simple cupcake stand 

Kids went home with a personalized tee with Josh's logo. They couldn't wait to wear it, so most put them on during the party, and wore it to enjoy the day at the zoo.

 Parties at the zoo are perfect for the entire family to enjoy!

2 Cent Tuesday: Invitation Woes

Do you have any design dilemma's, customer quandaries, catering conundrums, or event horror stories, or just simple event questions you've had to handle!? We'd love to hear about them, because we have them too! Share them with us and let us know how you handled it!  Or share your 2 cents on the situations presented on Fete Fanatic.  I'm sure your advice will be greatly appreciated by the readers! 


Tuesday's Topic: Invitations

Predicament: You are having a celebration (wedding, party, shower etc.) and some guests informed you prior to receiving an invitation that they would be unable to attend. Do you still send them an invitation?  What's your 2 cents?  Would you do?

My 2 cents: I would still send an invitation.  It shows that though you understand they will not make it, you still would love for them to be in attendance. Plus you just never know.. their situation may change.
Want to share your experiences, or hear others' 2 cents on a topic?  Email me at www.theflairfactor@gmail.com with your experience or question. Please include the predicament, solution, lessons learned(if any) and your 2 Cents! Can't wait to hear from you!






Happy Valentine's Day

Make it a good one!! 

Enjoy!

Last Minute Valentines Day Gift Idea: Skinnygirl Cocktails!

Valentines Day isn't only for your sweethearts! What about those sweet girlfriends of yours?  Do you have anything special planned for your besties, or having your girls over for a drink this Valentines Day?  Well here's a simple gift idea they're sure to love. Serve up Skinnygirl cocktails! Or, how about gifting them a Skinnygirl Cocktail to show how much you love them?!  It can also be a great hostess gift.  There's a drink for every palette, and you don't have to worry too much about your waistline.. so bottoms up ladies!!
For the Cosmo Lover.. the new White Cranberry Cosmo is sure to be a hit! (I'm a Cosmo girl)

For the Sangria Lover..

For the Margarita Lover...

You don't have to break the bank to show your appreciation. Try one or try them all! :-)

What kind of Skinnygirl are you?

Head over to Skinnygirl to find your local retailer! Hurry!

Have a Happy Valentines Day All!

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