We provided TSB Planning + Design our custom colored Chiavari's in turquoise for an amazingly designed Shopkins party.
Source It:
Event Planning + Design: @triciasmithbrown
Photography: @keshalambert
Cake: @sweetlittlesweets
Macaron Pops: @jooheebakescorp
CC Oreos +Pyramids + RC Pops + Cakepops : @zoeandpea
Cookies: @snickerdoodletiff
Being an entrepreneur requires you to be a full-time student. I love listening and learning from successful business owners as they share their paths towards achievement. Ming Lee, an ATL based beauty lifestyle guru, is one such entrepreneur I admire. Her brand, Snob Life, is EVERYTHING. I recently discovered her YouTube and sat and watch most of her videos. She has a series called Storytime which is as entertaining as it is informative. Check out how she began below:
Can I tell you how excited I am to have added wooden crossback chairs to our inventory. They are the perfect chair for a rustic themed outdoor event. We worked with Jerry Rose, Floral + Event Designer, to add our Petite Touch to a whimsical kidchella themed birthday party.
I scored a wonderful find on Craigslist, children sized Windsor Chairs. I purchased them from an older gentleman in Hillsborough, NJ who told me they were over eighty years old.
Khaliyah, the Party Muse, gave me this wonderful inspiration picture which I used to model my chairs.
I've decided not use use these in our rental lineup, but to use them in our littles play room.
A very special little girl, turning 8 years old, got THE absolute best party theme-- an Ice Cream 🍦 Dreamz Spa Party. Christine of Krissy Chic Boutique and Events designed and produced an amazing event. The eye catching details were captured by Sue Annette Photography. Check out the images below:
Source It:
Design and Decor: @krissychicboutiqueandevents
Photos: @sueannettephotography
Cake and treats: @magdelinescakes
Labels and Stickers: @chiquedesignandevents
Kids Chiavari Chairs: @petiteseats
Name Sign: @charlibearscloset
Kids Sleeping Mask: @oddsnblobs
Decor Pieces: @homegoods
Ice Cream Signs/Cup: @hobbylobby
More from Magdeline's Cakes
As I logged into Facebook today I saw my mother share a memory that I tried to forget for many years, my biggest business disaster. My first business was an event planning + design company. I began the business at the age of 25 and made moderate success. I say moderate because I only grossed approximately $25,000 during the seven years in business . This was generated planning milestone birthdays, weddings, and kids parties. This was also before the reality of having children set in. Two years into the business I decided I had made enough connections to produce a bridal show. Yes, a full scale bridal show. My sister and I create a website, sent out promotion direct mail, and called the show Serendipity Soiree {See link for show description here}.
So what happens, the worst friggin' blizzard in over a decade hits the Northeastern states. They called it Snowmageddon (February 5-6, 2010). My show was February 10. The venue offered to postpone the show, but I decided to move forward because of all the moving pieces and because I had the week off from work.
The Serendipity Soirée had ten guests attend and was a total flop. What did I learn:
(1) Never think you can one up Nature!
(2) Before planning any event consider the time of the year and plan for all possibilities.
(3) Every failure is a lesson.
(4) If your event is free people are more likely to write it off and not attend.
(5) Paying for promotion is always a good idea.
(6) In business there will always be experiences that make you want to quit, BUT you must persevere in order to get better.
(7) If I had not experienced this flop, the Petite Seats brand would not be what it is today.
We love working with Khaliah of the Party Muse. Her event styling makes our chairs look fabulous!
We sprayed our chairs a lavender color for this Baptism.
Visit the Party Muse's brand new website {www.thepartymuseonline.com}.
Source It {IG Handles}:
Styling + Design: @thepartymuse
Photography: @JacNJules
Cards: @MintedFeather
Flowers: @BarbarasFlowers
Cake: @Everythinglulu
Desserts: @Sugarsuckle (Rice Krispies, Oreos, + jars) @lilcutiepops (cake gems + cake pops) @hudsoncakery (macs)
Today I had the pleasure of attending a dynamic event hosted by Melanie Marie, called Mamas In Business. I took copious notes, its the teacher in me, and here are some of the words of wisdom from the Mompreneurs.
Partnership
When selecting a partner the goal is to find someone who goes as hard as you, someone you can trust to delegate to. ~Marjorie
Take your time when looking for a partner. It must be someone who shares your vision and work ethic. Having a teammate makes it a little easier. ~Michelle
Measuring Success
Success is relative. Give yourself goals per quarter/per year for success. Be a woman of your word. Be diligent. You are only as good as the work you put in.~Tricia
A measure of success is not funds in the bank, but how impressed I am of myself at the end of the day. Demand respect for what you want. I don't want to be, I want to do. ~Marjorie
Success is seeing any vision through. Remember Instagram is produced content. As long as you keep stepping forward, that is success. Be genuine and kind. ~Misa
Do your own personal best. ~Michelle
Always try to outdo yourself. ~Tricia
Balance Working Mamas
I do not believe in the term "Stay At Home Mom". My son needs to see my ambition. I think we are all goddesses. Its okay to take the day off. We are doing a lot. ~Mashonda
Balance is important. Having a support system is important. My children got to see me grow up and evolve. ~Misa
You have to give 100% to work and 100% to being a Mom. ~Mariam
Your happiness is key. Live for you. Stand firm in faith. ~Tricia
When you want it, you will figure it out. ~Majorie
Raising 'Dem Babies
Develop a system for your kids. {Create boundaries without guilt.} Don't try to be the "perfect" mother. Design your life. Feed life into your children. Put them in positions to excel. Find them a mentor. Be patient with them. Be in the moment and be present. ~Misa
You have to be present for your kids. ~Marjorie
Our children come to teach us who we are to be. Children are our soul equals in smaller bodies. ~Mashonda
9-5ers
You have to believe as a woman in business you can do both. ~Michelle
Don't burn any bridges as you transition into entrepreneurship full time. ~Mashonda
Relationships with Significant Other
Create a balance in the relationship, communicate what your needs are. ~Misa
A Large Following
I have such a large following because of happy customers. Always be a perfectionist. There is enough business for everyone. When you focus on yourself you can become a trendsetter. Focus on yourself. ~Mariam
Focus
Never let anyone out work you. No one should deter you from your path. You are not going to be successful unless you take the risk. Fortune favors the bold. ~Tricia
When you have a passion project (e.g. taking a class or interning), there is no ego attached to it. ~Mashonda
Advise to Younger Self
Make sure your credit is straight. ~Tricia
Listen to your gut. ~Marjorie
You can't make everyone happy. ~Miriam
Always take care of yourself. You are worthy. ~Misa
Everything you need is already inside of you. ~Mashonda
Don't judge yourself by your failures. ~Michelle
Everything happens for a reason. ~Melanie
If you know me you know I am always busy. I have a very stressful "day job" as an Assistant Principal in a NYC public school, I am a mama of three littles under the age of six, I am a wife, daughter, big sister, friend, and small business owner. I experience cray, cray on a daily basis! I have a meltdown at least once a week. While some women carry a makeup case and designer sunglasses in their handbags, I have my men's Coach back pack filled with two agenda books, a bottle of stress reliever essential oil blend, two iPhones, and my iMac. A typical day for me begins at 4:20am and ends when ever I can close all the open tabs on my computer.
Monday through Friday my alarm goes off at 4:20am. I turn it off and turn over to nurse my little one who wakes with me. By 4:45am I'm out the bed and headed to the bathroom.
Between 5:00 and 6:00am I have made breakfast for myself, made my baby goddesses and myself lunch, checked my social media accounts, and responded to work emails. {On days when I haven't pumped enough the prior day I pull out the electric pump while assembling lunches.}
***Most Thursday and Friday's I am out the house by 5:30am so I can make my weekend deliveries. I have begun this to alleviate rush hour traffic deliveries in the evening.
Between 6:15-7:30am I am commuting from NJ to NYC. I am on the clock at work from 7:30 to 3:45pm. I FaceTime my baby goddesses at 7:45am. Chat with D on his way to work and talk or text with my Mama.
I take my lunch hour {when I get one} to answer emails, return phone calls/texts/DMs, and check social media for Petite Seats. I have also been slowly editing my business plan for a new venture.
3:45-5:00pm I am back in the car commuting home from work while I pump for the baby to have milk for the next day.
5:15pm I return home and jump right into Mommy mode. The first hour of me getting home I am nursing, making dinner, and asking the girls about their day. On a good day D will suggest we go out to eat, this happens A LOT.
6:30-7:30pm D or I do a lesson with the girls, eat dinner, have dessert, bath time, then put the girls down for bed.
7:30-9:00pm Girls are asleep. D and I catch up most likely with one of us falling asleep.
Now throw in quick runs to Trader Joe's, storage pick ups, and evening deliveries. I am constantly ON 100. But with D as my partner, I am able to be the overly ambitious, Boss Chick.
Tricia Smith Brown sharing her journey and words of wisdom.
Our favorite kid's party planner, the Party Muse, produced this classic Minnie Mouse party using our mini ghost chairs.
LuLu Cake Boutique created this striped, polka dot confectionery dream
Khaliah, ever the inventive planner, created a donut wall using an acrylic slab in the shape of Minnie's head complete with a bow. It was bowtastic!
The kids tablescape was infused with polka dot and pops of pink for a classic Minnie look. Minted Feather created the placemats which were scripted to perfection.
Oh Twodles
Photography: Tatiana Teo Photography
Styling + Design: The Party Muse
Place Mats @mintedfeather
Cake @everythinglulu
Florals @barbarasflowers
Mini Ghost Chairs @petiteseats
Abby of Pretty Posh Events produced a paw-rific birthday celebration for her little guy. Complete with personalized juice boxes and sweet treats, this event was fit for the Paw Patrol brigade.
Source It:
Planning, Design & Styling – Pretty Posh Events
Photography – Aida Malik Photography
Chairs – Petite Seats
Birthday Cake – Whimsical Baker
Desserts (cookies, cupcakes, cakepops) – Homemade by TZ
Katrina of Katrina Gilbert Weddings + Events contacted us with a request for 40 Petite Seats, including custom colored mint chiavaris with pink and gold. Her theme was an over the top Kidchella themed event at the picturesque Abington Art Center. I was expecting to be blown away by the decor as the guest of honor is the daughter of undefeated welterweight champion Danny "Swift" Garcia. Indeed I was. Everything from the venue to the sweet treats were over-the-top.
This dream catcher and butterfly themed invitation served as inspiration for the event design
Bounce Houses|Teepee Lounge|Ice Cream Truck|Henna| Pony Rides|Popcorn + Cotton Candy The guests were definitely entertained on the grounds of the center.
Source It: {Using IG handles}
Event Design + Decor: Katrina Gilbert Weddings + Events @kgweddings
Cake + Macaroons+ Sugar Cookies @ccxcd
Strawberries + Rice Krispies + Pretzels + Arrow CakePops: @simple_sweetsbyjasmine
Balloons: @ivorynorpreneur
Paper Flowers: @petal_by_petal
Dessert Buffet Labels: @printableparty
Jennifer of The Carousel Factory produced a whimsical garden themed petite styled shoot using her company's children chiavari chairs and tables. The Carousel Factory is the go-to kids rental special events company in the DMV. She partnered with Pretty Petals Floral Designers (@prettypetalsflorals) and Shoot Happens Photography (@aambing) to capture this setup. The setting was the Brookside Botanical Gardens in Silver Spring, Maryland.
MUA: @girlmelanie1215
I love to see a mompreneur taking risks and doing her thing. Jennifer is balancing motherhood and running her company beautifully. If you are planning a children's event in the DMV and need petite seats definitely give her a call.
Jennifer's Baby Goddesses💜
240.459.8461
www.thecarouselfactory.com
Rental Inventory:
•White + gold chiavari chairs
•4ft + 6ft banquet tables
•Chair covers, skirts, + cushions
•Table linen
I knew when planning for this event I wanted Lina of Zoe and Pea to create the desserts. Her attention to detail rivals Michealangelo.
I sent her my design board and let her do her thing. I was not disappointed!
Double tiered Oreos
Mermaid Fin Cake Pops
Cookie Towers with a cute treasure chest on top
Cake bites
The colors for the party were mint, peach, lilac, and silver.
Rice Krispie treats
Cakepops
In addition to Lina's treats I ordered personalized M&Ms using a Groupon deal. And mermaid cookie pops from Etsy vendor DDDbyJCookieShop.
The twin mermaid fin cakes were created by Kedby of Kedby's Kreations. She did an amazing job and it was just what the girls requested.
After putting off birthday celebrations for my girls I broke down and hosted a mermaid party to commemorate their third and fifth birthdays. Yeah, I know the former event planner turned event rental proprietor who gets hives when it's time to plan a party. It's just overwhelming, especially with a newborn in the mix. It got done thanks to several of my friendor and business partner. Valerie, Petite Konfetti, was there to receiver all of my random Pinterest screenshots and ideas. Lina, Zoe and Pea, not only created the amazing desserts, she and her husband took pity on me and helped with setup! My sister-in-law was on hand to make everything run smoothly while I ran late. She helped me with setup and breakdown! My homegirl, Iris reminded me to take my hair bonnet off, thank goodness I took out my rollers prior to leaving my house. She was also the kids' craft station matron. Aida, Aida Malik Photography, masterfully captured the event. Kedby of Kedby's Kreations created the mermaid fin cakes to perfection. And Abby of Pretty Posh Design created the plush floral arrangements.
Getting ready with a fresh face
I was so overwhelmed I didn't have a chance to style their hair🙍🏾, hence the Afro Chic look.
My bush babies
Getting "beat" by Bonnie the Clown
Our little kittie cat
Bonnie the Clown was excellent for entertaining and face painting.
In part two of this post I'll get into the details.
Maynoris of EMayLee's Party Decor used our pink and gold chiavaris for a Coachella inspired first birthday party. Complete with dream catchers, tee pees, and bow-n-arrows this super cute theme was Bohemian Chic. Check out the fabulous styling below.
Dessert Table with treats by @mell_cakes and @jenn_cakes
I'm in love with the Rice Krispie TeePee treats
Our Petite Seats
Source It: All pictures from @EMayLeesPartyDecor IG page.
Khaliah of the Party Muse is an expert when it comes to the styling and decor for children's parties. She used our mini ghost chairs for a dainty and super gorgeous ballerina birthday party. The setting for the party was an amazing contemporary ranch home right on the Hudson River in upstate New York.
This amazingly designed cake was created by Lulu Cake Boutique
This image is giving us so much LIFE! From the ballerina decals and tutus on the ghost chairs to the handwritten strolls on each centerpiece -- Mrs. Khaliah has taken care of every detail.
Can we talk about these flowers?! A M A Z I N G! Created by Tara of Barbara's Flowers in Harlem, NYC.
Tutus and peonies, a winning combination for an over the top kids celebration.
Mirrored Sign by Minted Feather and cupcake towers by Mina of Minty H Cupcakes
Vintage Paper Ribbon by || Even the chair decal has a tutu!
Khaliah shared these heartfelt words on IG after styling this event:
"I'm kind of obsessed with all things ballet lately! This party has me dreaming, I have to pinch myself and remember I styled it lol. Loving my own work has honestly been an uphill battle for me. Creativity is personal and to let people in enough to share it is a vulnerable thing. I NEVER take lightly that someone is trusting me with their memories or their money because parties ain't cheap! Every time I get a new client it's humbling, and I appreciate it so much. I have to remind myself daily to be thankful because this business is so tough ..."
Indeed this business is tough and we appreciate all of the wonderful inspiration the Party Muse provides us with each amazingly styled event.
SOURCE IT:
Cakepops: Lil Cutie Pops
Photography: Jac N Jules
Mari of Couture Creations Events was our first client to christen our new custom color chiavari chairs service. She requested our Petite Seats in red for this amazingly styled first birthday celebration. The event was captured by Blaise Lambre Photography.
The dessert buffet complete with a tiger in a cage.
The guest of honor-- check out the cookie banner on his high chair, super cute!
Personalized plates and custom colored chairs.
A magician... A stilt walker ... Oh my!
We love the red and white striped satin linen for the guests tables
Lambre Photography
Artsy Edibles
Melissa of MPressions Events designed an intimate sequined Disney Descendants themed soirée for a delightful little princess. She styled our gold chiavari chairs with a stylish combination of purple, fucschia, and black color palette.
The Descendants themed gable favor boxes
The stylish candied apples and cookie tiers were the perfect addition to the elaborate dessert display
A touch of woodland with these personalized moss chair hangers
The purple sequin table cloth just took this tablescape from fabulous to over-the-top.
Miss Azmina! Happy Birthday beautiful!
Mari of Couture Creations Events used our mini ghost chairs for a Mary Poppins themed 3rd birthday party. All images taken by Blaise Lambre Photography.
This amazingly designed cake incorporated the elements of the theme perfectly.
These cookies😍😍
Cook Pops by Artsey Edibles by Sobe
French Macaroon Towers by Artsey Edibles by Sobe
I knew for my girls' birthday celebration I wanted a logo of sorts to bring all the decor elements together. During one of my five hour searching expeditions on Instagram I came across a super talented artist by the name of Javere Irie. After looking at his custom illustrations I decided it would be super cool to make the girls cartoon mermaids.
The Process
Javere requested images of the girls to create a rough sketch of their faces.
After this he sent me a preliminary sketch of the entire illustration for approval.
Next he added the colors and fine details digitally.
The illustration was used for the invitations, day of stationery, and the four foot backdrop for the dessert table (courtesy of my Brother in Law).
Designed and Created by Chique Events and Designs
This will be hung over a lilac sequin backdrop
Having a unifying element in your event decor is a cool way to "brand" your event.
This event will be the official first event for Petite Konfetti. Stay tuned for pictures and video from the event.
