Monthly Archives: October 2011

Spooktacular Halloween

Posted on October 28, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Spooky/Elegant Halloween TableWith Halloween just around the corner, Kristina McAnally from Event Planning Headquarters, a division of Special Event Rentals,  has created three spooktacular Halloween tablescapes! By putting a modern spin on traditional Halloween décor, Kristina has created stylish, frightful and family friendly tables; something for everyone!

Elegant Halloween Table ViewElegant Halloween Table TopElegant Halloween Table ViewThis elegant Halloween table is fit for a royal feast for the undead! Hopefully you’re not scared of spiders because these cobwebs are infested with crawly critters!

Rental Items used to create this look: Black Fluffy Ball, Glam Candelabra, Silver Octagon Baroque Charger, Platinum Rim Dinner & Salad Plate, Oneida Deluxe Cutlery, Amethyst Nova Pintuck Tablecloth, 20 Oz Wine Glass, & 16 Oz Wine Glass

Spooky Halloween TableSpooky Halloween Table BonesSkulls, bones and red eyed rats help create this spooky look. Create your own witch’s brew bottles with the help of premade labels that you can find at any craft store during the holiday. Click here for a witch’s brew recipie.

Rental items used to create this look: Black Chiavari, Black Satin Tablecloth, Pistachio Organza Overlay, Black Ruffled Charger, Platinum Rim Dinner & Salad Plate, Black Milano Urn, Black Goblet, Oneida Deluxe Cutlery, 20 Oz Wine Glass, & 16 Oz Wine Glass

Mischievous Halloween TableMischievous Halloween Table TopMischievous Halloween TablescapeThe contrasts of earthy colours on the satin black tablecloth creates the perfect setting for a mischievous pumpkin. Either purchase a synthetic carved pumpkin or if you’re up to the task carve your own unique pumpkin to be the spot light centre piece!

Rental items used to create this look: Cork Charger Plate, Tablecharm Dinnerware, Stocky Votives, Black Satin Tablecloth, Olivino Lamour Satin Chair Wrap

Signs are purchasable through Edmonton Wedding and Party Centre

Have a happy and safe Halloween!

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Thanksgiving with Kristina McAnally and Breakfast Television Edmonton!

Posted on October 7, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Kristina from Event Planning Headquarters and Ryan from City TV Breakfast

Bright and early this Friday morning Kristina McAnally of Event Planning Headquarters, a division of Special Event Rentals, joined host of City TV’s Breakfast Television Edmonton, Ryan Jespersen, to discuss décor trends for this fall.

Kristina’s two tablescapes, one of vintage elegance and one urban contemporary, gave viewers new and exciting ways to set the table for their delicious thanksgiving feast. 

With ivory linen, soft lace and copper satin napkins the perfect canvas was set for a nostalgic vintage table. Topped with a family tree centerpiece made of glass votive candleholders covered in old family photos, fall floral and squash, this warm inviting table was finished with fake pearl bracelets reinvented as napkin rings.

Vintage Table Thanksgiving table

For a more urban contemporary feel, Kristina’s second table was laid with a pewter satin linen and a burnt orange pintuck table runner. White chiavari chairs and place settings tied this table together along with a white Milano urn filled with Manzanita branches and green kale to add a hint of color. “Don’t be afraid to use hints of green on your thanksgiving table”. Light a few candles for your finishing touch!

Urban Table Thanksgiving Table

Kristina McAnally has been highly praised for her decor and design skills as well as her attention to detail by a number of Edmonton’s most prestigious hotels and conference centers. Kristina handles approximately 40 events a year and is often sought out by companies and couples looking to wow guests on their big day.

If you missed this morning’s episode of Breakfast Television Edmonton, catch up on these inspiring ideas by watching the online video here.

For more photos of Kristina’s table visit our Facebook page here.

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A MadMen Design

Posted on October 5, 2011 by | Leave a comment

With nostalgia in the air it is only natural for the designers at Event Planning Headquarters, a division of Special Event Rentals, to create such a classic table fit for any “suit” or “skirt” reminiscent of the 1950’s.

With cherry reds, and mustard yellows the reception table on display at this year’s Bridal Expo was not only eye catching, but a fantastic fusion of something old with something new!

Royal Krinkle Linen and Gold Charger Table SettingRoyal Krinkle Linen and Gold Charger Table Setting & Centre PieceVintage Table Setting with TeapotsVintage TablescapePolka Dot TableMain Table Setting at Bridal Expo 2011Place Setting for Black & White TablescapeFull Table View of Display at Bridal Expo 2011Black Chiavari with Yellow Floral

The bold black and white linens made for a perfect canvas for the red rose and yellow variation centerpieces, created by La Piazza Dasee, to be displayed. Adding mini typewriter place card holders and Milano black urns, all that was missing was a martini in hand.

For more innovative and classic designs be sure to check out Special Event Rentals for all your event and wedding planning needs.

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