Etsy Friday

There are so many wonderful and fun things on Etsy for weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, and everyday life (I know I've found stuff I just can't live without) that I've decided Fridays need to be Etsy Fridays!

 So my cute wedding find this week is from Lace and Rubbish. As the child of a librarian, an avid book reader, and a nerd, the "Love In the Library" cake toppers speak to me!

Random First Dance Song - Stickwitu

Pink, Black and White Wedding Inspiration Board

Black, White and Pink by forrachevent

Maybelline Stiletto Mascara

For the last 6 months my eye lashes have been having a made love affair with Maybelline Falsies. I love, love, love the volume it gives  and the way it looks and feels!

However....

When I was in the store the other day to get a replacement tube, I saw a new Maybelline package that grabbed my eye.

Since there was a deal and I had a coupon, I figured "what the heck!"

Let's just say the Falsies might be getting a little jealous! While I love the Falsies for the big bold lashes, I like the Stiletto for a longer, more natural look. And the brush is very cool!

So my Falsies is going to have to learn to share lash time.



* Opinion expressed is all me! Maybelline didn't provide me with products or compensation (I wish!)

Random Songs - Slave to Love (Bryan Ferry)

As I'm working today I'm listening to my Roxy Music (kids if you don't know who that is, youtube them) station on Pandora and this came on. Perhaps my favorite song ever.

As a youngin the video was...amour inducing. As a parent I just love the ending. No matter which way you look at it though, it's one of those songs that has aged very well!

So please sit back and enjoy the alluring voice of Mr. Bryan Ferry.



And just because I love to share - a little Roxy Music - Avalon

Theme Song

How many of you have a theme song?

We all have one, even if we don't realize it. You know what it is. It's the song you put on before you walk into a situation that you have to prepare for like a meeting, game, Sunday night dinner at your in laws....

Here's mine. Whenever I am heading to a consultation, this is blasting in the car! What's yours?

Headshots

If you know me, you know I am NOT a fan of having my picture taken. I have never done head shot in all the years I've been in business. I'm just not comfortable on that side of the camera.

Well last week, while I was at Eventology, I did a short impromptu headshot session with the wonderful Jen of Jen Lynne Photography.  It was a last minute choice and I ended up going first. Glad I did because I didn't have time to think about it or primp to much. What you see is what you get. Ponytail, Chucks and all!

Jen has a such a sweet, calming personality that I didn't even mind when the clicking started. She even got me to smile and show teeth (which I almost never do.)

So thank you Jen!!!

Happy Anniversary!

     Happy 25th anniversary to my mom and step dad!

Father Daughter Dance - Paul Simon - Father and Daughter

I saw him do this live a few years ago and it made me smile!

Tipping Guidelines for Events

As wedding season is upon us and I've been getting questions from clients about tipping, I thought I would re-post this handy little guild.

All tipping is optional.  Most event professionals include a service or gratuity charge in their bill.  As tipping is always an extra consideration to express gratitude for exceptional service, the following list reflects a general industry standard.

Who receives the tip?	How much?	Who pays the tip?
Officiant (Minister, Rabbi, Priest, Pastor, etc.)	Minimum of $10 - $100, maximum depends on size of wedding and relationship to official.	The groom gives the tip in a marked envelope to the best man to pass to the official after the ceremony or Consultant.
Officiant (Non-Clergy, Marriage Commissioner, Justice of the Peace, etc.)	$10 and up.  Some may not accept money due to conduct restrictions.	Same as clergy members.
Altar boys, sextons, cantors, church organists	If not covered by the church, $5 to $25 is appropriate.	Ceremony Host/Hostess or Consultant when bill is paid.
Florist, Baker, Photographer	Not customary – exceptions if extraordinary services were extended (10 – 15% if tip is given for extraordinary service).	Reception Host or Consultant
Ceremony Musicians	15% of services or $25.00 flat per musician.	Best man pays as services end.  Best man or consultant.
Limousine Service	Usually included in quote, otherwise 15 – 20%.	Reception Host or Consultant
Delivery Truck Driver (including floral deliveries)	$5 - $25 per person	Consultant or staff member present may deliver tip for client at delivery if driver performs extra service.
Coat Room Attendants or Powder Room Attendant	$0.50 per person or a pre-negotiated flat fee	If it’s not part of your facility bill, it’s paid after reception.
Caterer, banquet manager, waiters, waitresses, table captains, maitre d’hotel.	15% (which will generally be split amongst them) if not included in bill.	If included in bill, pay with entire charge, if not, pay after reception.
Bartenders	15% - 20% of the liquor bill, if not included in bill.	Pay with bill or after reception.
DJ/Reception Musicians	$20 - $25 per musician, 5% - 15% for DJ	Best man or Consultant hold tip until after performance.
Hair & Makeup, Manicurist, Masseuse	10 – 15% of total bill	You may pay yourself, or give the funds to coordinator to pay.