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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. …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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! …

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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 …

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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 …