Just a week before the world shut down for COVID, I had my final party for 18+ months. If only we knew then… Anyhow, Zoe’s Equestrian Bat Mitzvah party at Canopy by Hilton Washington DC Bethesda North was a high note in 2020 and I’m glad we got to celebrate. There were so many personal, special touches in this one …
13 Tips for a Magical Montage
We all love a good Mitzvah montage, but I’ve seen a few duds in my day. How do you make sure that yours is a winner? First, do a great job of sorting your photos. Then sort even more. Below is very specific advice about what type of photos make a winning montage from a photographer and montage pro. 1. …
Pop Color Vendor: Blossom Collective
We had the pleasure of working with Nancy Matthews, Owner and Lead Designer of Blossom Collective at a recent Bat Mitzvah and just wow! Her work is gorgeous AND she was a dream to work with. Definitely a winning combination! Read on to learn more about Nancy and Blossom Collective. How did you get started with Blossom Collective? After completing …
Pop Color Vendor: Ana Isabel Photography
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Ana Martinez Chamorro, owner and photographer of Ana Isabel Photography, on several events and I cannot say enough good things! Ana is the perfect mix of professional, warm and kind, and unobtrusive during an event. She has a ton of experience shooting events of all types from Bar and Bat Mitzvahs to weddings …
Questions to ask vendors for a COVID-safe Bar or Bat Mitzvah
COVID-19 has changed the event industry forever and we are now considering many new scenarios for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. We want to make sure that our clients still have the same amazing event experiences within these new constraints. But how can you make sure your guests will be safe and that you will be covered in case of changes …
Jordan’s Sparkling Beach Bat Mitzvah at Hyatt Regency Tysons Corner Center Virginia
Jordan’s Bat Mitzvah was one of my quickest turnarounds of all time. We planned this entire gorgeous event in just six weeks including lots of DIYs. Her Bat Mitzvah at Hyatt Regency Tysons Corner Center Virginia was full of sparkle, shells and starfish. And for those wondering, all of the starfish are fake. The tables were simple but elegant. A …
Rachel’s Cherry Blossom Bat Mitzvah at Agudas Achim in Alexandria, VA
Rachel’s Bat Mitzvah was at the start of cherry blossom season here in DC, so we were inspired! Gorgeous floral, pinks and greens set the stage for a feminine, springtime Bat Mitzvah at Agudas Achim in Alexandria, VA. Stunning tall centerpieces added height and were surrounded by photos of Rachel growing up . Flowers were everywhere, even the napkin folds! …
Isaac’s Sporty Bar Mitzvah at DoubleTree Washington DC North/Gaithersburg
The longer I do this, the more grateful I am for amazing second-time clients. I had the joy of working with this family for older sister Lena’s Bat Mitzvah a few years back and now it was younger brother Isaac’s turn! This event is an oldie but a goodie! I’m hopelessly behind on blogging about events, but I will catch …
Megan’s Blue Sparkle Glowing Bat Mitzvah at VisArts in Rockville, MD
Last February before the world closed down, I had the pleasure of putting together a gorgeous Bat Mitzvah for Megan at VisArts in Rockville. Our inspiration was a mix of sparkle, shades of blue, glowing lights and acrylic. Once we had our logo finalized, everything fell into place and I think it turned out amazingly! There are lots of “M”s …
Virtual Mitzvah Budget vs. In-Person Party Budget
When changing your Mitzvah service and celebration from in-person to virtual, most parents automatically think it will be a HUGE cost saving. And while there certainly will be things you removed from your virtual Mitzvah budget, do not cut your budget just yet! In order to keep the day special for your child and family, consider reallocating your funds to …
