As an Event Planner I have been involved with several weddings and I am often asked by my clients what they should spend their money on and what they can skip on or do without. My response is always that my clients need to decide what is important to them as I have learned over the years that no matter what the event the things of importance vary. One thing that I can say holds common is a GOOD PHOTOGRAPHER!! There are a lot of things that can go wrong, be forgotten, and ignored, but having terrible pictures of your special day can never be replaced, redone, or changed. Please also keep in mind this is not to say that you should spend a thousand dollars on a fantastic photographer either. There are amazing photographers out there!! Interview them, look at their work, check out their website/facebook page, ask for references, and MOST important make sure their style matches yours!! Every couple is different as is every photographer. Find someone you and your spouse click with because you want to be comfortable to share your intimate moments with them so that he/she may capture those on film! To me photograph can NEVER be replaced, changed, or altered and it captures the love and adoration within the bride and grooms eyes with which they can look back and even on the darkest day it can make them smile and remember the butterflies they had in their stomache once upon a time!
Author: Events by P3
Specializing in Event Planning, Face Painting and Photography in NC, SC, VA, and more!
The Magic and Wonders of Face Painting!!!
The Magic and Wonders of Face Painting!!!.
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The Magic and Wonders of Face Painting!!!
Have you ever seen a child’s eyes light up with magical amazement, wonder, and beauty? I have…..
I have been volunteering to face paint down at the Carolina Beach Boardwalk for years now and never will get tired of the wonders that it brings to a child’s face. I have been hired for multiple birthday parties, events, fairs, and done more volunteering. Pick your perfect situation of a little girl Sarah coming along and sitting down at the chair in front you to ask you to paint a magical fairy. I look at her cute little face and can not let her down. Internally I am thinking that I have never painted a fairy before can I do this?I can’t even draw people very well….but I can NOT look into her eyes and disappoint nor tell her I can’t do it so I try…..
I start to paint and let the magic unfold. The fairy looks amazing!! I am loving it..Turquoise wings….skirt..ballet shoes…brown hair tied up in a bun…..then I have to start adding some of the facial details. Remember I can’t draw people, and I am beginning to not like her..oh no what do I do? People watching, taking pictures. I add some sparkles and glitter because what girl can’t resist those? I reach for my mirror and pull it up so that she can see her reflection and her little fairy. She SQUEALS with excitement and I feel so fantastic!! She loves it! My weird, unusual little fairy. SHE LOVES IT!!! Thank you Sarah!
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Do’s and Don’ts for DIY Weddings
I wanted to write this as this subject has been heavy on my heart especially during the planning process and so many brides wanting to DIY. Please be careful with DIY!!! I know its a money saver but just a few things to keep in mind….
The final days before your wedding can be extremely hectic. So first rule of thumb is if you can not do the task months before your wedding, let a professional do it! All the better reason to hire a Day of Coordinator or Wedding Planner. Remember there are last minute errands to run, seating charts to finalize, rehearsal dinner, placement of wedding party, and the list goes on.
Some great DIY options could include but are not limited to invitations, decor items, and favors. These are great options as they can be done far in advance by yourself or with the help of others. You can line envelopes with colored paper to dress them up, fold a thousand paper cranes for decorations, make flower balls to hang from the ceiling, or paint paper boxes to fill with candy as your favors.
Please remember to leave some things to the professionals such as photography, food, and flowers. I am sure that some of you are saying I can lay flowers on a table why pay someone else to do this? I know that this sounds like a great idea to be able to save money, however the day of your wedding the last thing you should be worried about is what your tables will look like or stressing yourself out trying to oversee this time consuming task. You need to be getting prepared and beautiful!
Brides & Grooms please keep in mind that your photographer to me is the MOST IMPORTANT decision you will make in your wedding planning process because he/she will capture your day so that you can cherish it for the rest of your lives, look back show your kids, share with your loved ones for years to come. You don’t want to be unhappy with the outcome, and there is no reenacting the scene or second takes!!
Make your decisions wisely, remember that weddings are not cheap, but it is a wonderful day of joining in a unity to cherish for the rest of your lives. Make your ONE DAY COUNT!!
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Father’s Day
Father’s Day……an Event that should not go unnoticed!!
We all have a different type of Father..different situations..different circumstances, but no matter what it’s Father’s Day. Call them, text them, send them a card ( old fashioned I know, but special). My father is my father not by blood but by love! He is special, amazing, and I love him to pieces! He helped shape me into the woman I am today. Did he make mistakes, yes, but don’t we all? At the end I know I could call him and he would be there for me no questions asked.
HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!
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Gearing up and JUMPING OUT!!
I have stepped out on a limb and following my dreams 100%!! I have resigned from my position at my full time job and am now focusing on P3 completely. This is a bit of a scary adventure, but with faith ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE. After giving my resignation at work I received two brides wanting my services, and am happy to say….CONTRACTS ARE SIGNED!
I write this on my blog for NO purpose other than to encourage everyone to believe in themselves, trust yourself, and always strive to be better!! I have wanted to start this business for over 5 years and finally got the courage last August to just JUMP!! I had a business partner who wished to go her on way in January and I could have very easily given up but that never was an option. I kept things rolling and now I am so happy with everything God has given to me. I am grateful and blessed. My goal is that every couple I help get married, every birthday party I plan and every face I paint may light up with joy from the outcome and walk away my friend!
THIS IS MY DREAM!!!
“If you’re trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I’ve had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.”
Michael Jordan
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1st Annual Bluegrass Festival at Fort Fisher
I am so blessed and excited to be working with the Chamber of Commerce at Carolina Beach again as we always have a blast! Bring your family to the First Annual Bluegrass Festival at Fort Fisher Saturday May 12th. There will be lots of great music by;
South of K
Mystery Hillbillies
Donna Hughes Band
Ted Jones & The Tarheel Boys
Cumberland River
Click below for more information;
http://www.pleasureislandnc.org/events-details.php?id=11
WE ARE SO EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Come see us as we are working on some NEW designs!!!!!!!!!!!
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2012 Is starting off with a *** BANG ***
I am so pleased and honored that through Love is Bald , P3 was asked to face paint for the St. Baldrick’s Event on Saturday March 17th at Fibber McGee’s. My lovely volunteers and myself had a wonderful time and raised money too!
I can not even begin to explain the emotion that ran over me at the end of the day. First I have to tell you that 23 has always been my lucky number, and originally I was going to give 90% of my proceeds to St.Baldrick’s and just wanted enough to help offset some of my costs. As the day progressed and I saw some amazing men, women, children, those with scars who may have been ashamed, others who cried but gave up their hair to benefit others. When I see events like this it inspires me and makes me want to give back even more than ever before!! I decided to give all my proceeds to St.Baldrick’s with the original hope that I could donate $500.00. I counted my money and my total was $223.00. (Lucky Number) I immediately got cold chills and couldn’t hardly think. I turned my money in and we started to pack up only to come back to a table full of girls who wanted their faces painted. We unpacked our stuff and began to paint again adding within five minutes to our total another $20.00. Making it $243.00 for the day. Keep in mind that some people were giving us $20.00 bills. Thank you to everyone who can out and helped support such an amazing event!!
MUCH LOVE TO WILMINGTON!!!
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
Thank you for making 2011 a wonderful year! Thank you to the wonderful clients, volunters, employees, venues, photographers and more that made last year possible!
Now booking for 2012! Call me today for a free consultation!
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WELCOME
We would like to thank you for visiting our site:) Please don’t forget to “like” us on facebook! http://www.pthreeplanning.net
You can also view some past events by P3…Our full portfolio is available upon request.
We are all about making your event “PICTURE PERFECT”!!!!! No matter if you need help start to finish or something in between, we can handle the PICTURE PERFECT PLANNING:)
We are having a Christmas Special…Our gift to you, If you book your event now, you will receive %25 off your total:)
We have limited dates in 2012, so book your event TODAY!!!
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays,
Brandi & Courtney
910-508-8094
