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What’s Your Wedding Style? Vintage

Posted on March 5, 2013 by | 1 Comment

Rustic Vintage

Rustic Vintage Wedding Style

The rustic bride enjoys the country and being outdoors. A weekend for this bride might consist of singing along to sweet sounds of Eric Church or Lady Antebellum while making crafts. Taking fashion notes from Maranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood to incorporate that fresh girl next-door style. This bride is laid back and loves the simple details in life.

Author: Ashley Miller

 

 

 

Classic Vintage

Classic Vintage Wedding Style

The classic vintage bride is one who’s perfect Saturday consists of sipping Kashmir Chai while scouring Antique Mall. Inspiration comes from 60’s nostalgia movies like Moonrise Kingdom and A Single Man. Alexa Chung and Michelle Williams serve as fashion moguls with their retro look. Any vintage bride can’t get enough of folky lyricists like Tallest Man on Earth and The Lumineers.

Author: Arlee Stewart

 

 

 

Rustic Vintage Photo Credit: Bellagala, Ruffled, Style Me Pretty, The Every Last Detail, The Knot & Ruby Ju

Classic Vintage Photo Credit: Ruffled, A Cottage In The Woods,  Belle The Magazine, Found Vintage Rentals &  Style Me Pretty

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Special Event Rentals Annual Clearance Sale is back with Tents, Party Supplies and more!

Posted on May 4, 2012 by | Leave a comment

Scratch and Dent Sale

The lawn mowers are out, the trees are budding and the birds are filling the air with music.  It’s that time of year again for Special Event Rentals (SER) to do some spring cleaning – clearing out SER’s old event and tent rentals inventory, to make way for new inventory from wedding décor rentals to party supplies.

Special Event Rentals strives to provide clients with the best and highest quality equipment found. Throughout each year Special Event Rentals constantly upgrades and renews inventory to bring their customers first-rate items. By the time spring rolls around the SER warehouse in Edmonton is overflowing with discontinued party and wedding rental inventory. So they open their warehouse to the public and have a blowout sale, the Scratch & Dent sale!

“With all the new equipment we have brought in throughout last year and the beginning of this year as well as the growth of our sales department we are running out of storage room. Therefore we are very excited to host our annual massive Scratch & Dent sale to offer our used and discontinued retail items at amazing prices to the public.” – Lars Erickson, Director of Business Development at Special Event Rentals.

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Special Event Rentals is offering remarkable deals on used rental inventory and retail stock items. Find everything from signature linens to specialty linens, tables, chairs, barbeques and griddles, tents and canopies, catering equipment, party supplies and so much more! These items may not be in perfect condition but SER makes sure all the equipment they sell is still functional and in working order.

The Scratch & Dent sale is perfect for those clients working within a tight budget, such as schools, non-profit organizations, community halls or anyone else in need of equipment at a great price and does not mind if an item has a little character.

There is something for everyone at Special Event Rentals Scratch & Dent sale, those who love hosting private home events can find items such as gently used couches and crystal candelabras to spruce up their home décor!

The Scratch & Dent Sale will be running May 10th from 1:00pm to 6:00pm, May 11th from 10:00am to 5:00pm and May 12th from 10:00am to 5:00pm. Don’t miss out on this fantastic sale. 6010 99 Street Edmonton, AB.

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The 411 On Wedding Cake Toppers

Posted on April 23, 2012 by | 1 Comment

Edmonton Wedding & Party Centre Wedding Cake Toppers

Cake tables generally receive a lot of attention and not just because they are a tasty treat. The cake typically gets it’s own feature table near the head table and is the second commanding table. With all eyes drifting to the cake table at one time or another during the reception, it is important to find a topper that you love.

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Monogram toppers are great for cupcakes because you don’t need a large surface to place them on. This type of cake topper is great for the couples that love minimalism and a modern look. Monogram toppers are found in various sizes with diamond accents or plain silver to fit your individual style.

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Themed cake toppers come in so many variations that you are sure to find one that fits both of your personalities. Whether you are a workaholic, shopaholic, sport fanatic or an animal lover you will be sure to find the perfect wedding figurines. Another great idea is to pick a unique cake topper that features your future plans together like traveling around the world.

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Decorative cake toppers are perfect for the couple that is concerned with incorporating their wedding theme into the cake. A large snowflake is perfect if you are having a winter themed wedding or use a heart to symbolize your love for each other. There is also the ever so popular castle cake topper for those having a princess themed wedding reception.

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If you can’t find a cake topper that suits your personality you can have one custom made! Nowadays it’s becoming easier to find companies or individual who can create a cartoon figurine of yourselves to make a truly unique statement!

Visit our retail store, Edmonton Wedding and Party Centre, or your local wedding supplier to find your ideal wedding cake topper!

Credits: I Do Cake Toppers

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Spring & Summer Events? Let us do the work!

Posted on April 20, 2012 by | Leave a comment

Celebrating 27 years of business this July, it is our job at Special Event Rentals to know events inside and out. Our extensive showroom contains all divisions of Special Event Rentals in one building including event and wedding planning, a wedding and party retail store, and our recently launched sales centre where you can purchase almost anything we rent! At Special Event Rentals we strive to be the only place you need to stop to create an unforgettable event. Find décor and design inspiration in our tablescape showroom or test your own ideas in our Decorate Your Own Table area. With highly experienced event planners and tent & rentals specialists in-house, the Special Event Rentals team will make planning your next event a breeze. Check out our showroom below and view our Hours and Location online. We can’t wait to help plan your next event!

Edmonton Special Event Rentals

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Spring Showroom – Perfectly Peacock

Posted on March 5, 2012 by | Leave a comment

Peacock theme weddings seem to keep popping up everywhere. It appears more and more brides are fascinated with the gorgeous mix of shades of teal and green with hints of yellow and gold. If you’re looking to incorporate this theme into your own wedding but are looking for a more contemporary modern twist, look no further! Our next table in our spring showroom line up by Event Planning Headquarters, a division of Special Event Rentals, has all the things you love about peacocks but put together in a more subtle and elegant arrangement.

Special Event Rentals Spring 2012 Perfectly Peacock

This tablescape starts off with a bold contrast Linen as its canvas. The black and white striped table linen provides the perfect modern touch and the perfect backdrop for the bright peacock colorful additions. Teal Satin Linen is added as the table runner, while Olivino Satin Napkins were added to the place settings to incorporate the necessary color palette and pop against the black and white.

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The Black Square Chargers and Black Wine and Water Goblets tie everything together and keep the overall look clean and sleek. The new clear Chateau Chairs absorb all the colours and shades around them, while mirrored gift boxes as favors add that bit of sparkle and shine. Add a few Square Votives for soft elegant candle lighting, and a bit of royal style with Parisian detailing and mini gem menus, and you have a perfect peacock table that everyone can’t help but stop and stare.

Special Event Rentals Spring 2012 Perfectly Peacock

Last but not least the Centrepiece of this table is the finishing touch, taking a bit of the royal garden inside; these Centrepieces are constructed using Black Finial Vases and Green Fluffy Balls. These creations not only keep with the simple and sleek design, but they incorporate the overall style and theme.

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Huge fan of fairytale’s and love conquering all obstacles? Check back tomorrow for an amazing tablescape inspired by one of our favourite fairytale’s. Or come visit us in store to see everything in person, and get an inside look at what’s to come.

This table can be recreated using the following Special Event Rentals Products:

Black and White Stripe Linen, Teal Satin Linen, Olivino Lamour Satin Napkin, Clear Chateau Chair, Whittier Dinnerware, Square Black Lacquer Charger, Maria Flatware, Black Goblets, Black Finial Vase, Green Fluffy Ball,  Mirrored Favor Boxes, Square Votives

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Bridal Fantasy 2012

Posted on January 24, 2012 by | Leave a comment

Bridal Fantasy 2012!

Bridal Fantasy is the largest wedding show in Edmonton, and for any bride this is “the” event not to be missed. With line up’s out the door, and numerous vendors from photographers, to venues, to sweets and treats, this Bridal show had it all and was worth the wait.

With Special guests Renee Strauss and Kevin Lee, of Slice TV’s Brides of Beverly Hills, opening the Fashion Show, a fairytale castle, Ballerina’s, a kid’s performance of “Be our Guest”, and of course more bridal gowns than one can count, the day had everything and anything you’d need to make your dream wedding a reality.

If you weren’t able to make it to this year’s Bridal Fantasy, here is a taste of what you missed…

Favors and Details, by Edmonton Wedding & Party Centre

For those little touches every Bride needs to finish off the reception table, Edmonton Wedding & Party Centre, a division of Special Event Rentals, has you covered. From mini royal chairs, to crowns, to diamonds, to mini mailboxes and keys, we carry everything you need to add those last minute details and of something that is uniquely you.

For more details, and favors check out our website at www.edmontonwedding.com. Saw us at the bridal show? Got your grab bag? Check inside for a 20% off coupon for online shopping with Edmonton Wedding & Party Centre.

A Summer Garden Reception

With a table for all seasons, our first table in our line up is perfect for any garden tea party or reception. With white folding resin chairs, satin linens and napkins, and gorgeous green centrepieces, this table is perfect for a quaint backyard wedding, afternoon tea, or an outside gala.

A Cafe Inspired Table

Our next table is perfect for any autumn day, or for some warm colours to brighten up the cold outside. This table brings together classic neutrals with a little burgundy and some burnt orange to create this elegant table.  You can re-create this look by using our votive trio, just add some flowers and you have a gorgeous centrepiece to finish off your table. And for that Tuscan cafe feel, why not add our new Chateau Chairs?

A Princess Peach Reception

Princess Peach would be the first to rave about our next table. With whites, ivories, mint greens, and a lot of peach this table is fitting for any princess. Little royal chairs topped with mini cupcakes make for perfect guest favors, and with a great florist it’s amazing what you can create out of a plain iron tree candle holder.

An Artistic Perfect Table

Our last table is perfect for not only an elegant gala or art gallery showing, but it’s perfect for any “artsy” wedding. The contrast of our silver crinkle linen with accents of bright orange and yellow create a wonderfully bold statement! A finishing touch of our silver tree centrepiece with glass bulbs with matching orchids are a lasting conversation piece.

What’s Your Colour?

This year we decided to feature the colour orange, and the many different styles and designs you can make up using one colour. However, at Special Event Rentals we carry many different styles and textures of linen, so be sure to come by our showroom so we can show you the many different ways you can put your wedding colours to good use!

Stay tuned tomorrow for our last post in our Wedding Trends of 2012 series. We saved the best for last!

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Bridal Fantasy 2012

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With January comes new Bridal Shows, and with new Bridals Shows comes new Bridal Magazines…

Posted on January 13, 2012 by | Leave a comment

In the fall of last year, Special Event Rentals had the pleasure of working with A Modern Proposal on a photoshoot of a wonderful event design. The jewel toned colors were perfect against the autumn leaves.

These photos were so fantastic that we were thrilled to use them in our advertisement in Blush Bridal Magazine. Unfortunately, in our excitement we did not credit the involved parties. We want to give credit where credit is due, and mention the following vendors involved in this creative and inspiring shoot:

Photography: Ryan + Beth
Design: A Modern Proposal
Florals: Akiko Floral Artistry
Stationery: Pinkpolka Design

We do not want to miss an opportunity to credit the individuals who made not only the photoshoot possible, but also our lovely advertisement, and would like to apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

For more information on these vendors be sure to check out their websites:

Ryan + Beth Photography
A Modern Proposal
Akiko Floral Artistry
Pinkpolka Design

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O’ Christmas Tree, O’ Christmas Tree…

Posted on December 15, 2011 by | Leave a comment

With only ten days till Christmas, the last minute details on everyone’s holiday decor start to go up. If you are one among the many procrastinators when it comes to holiday decorating and putting up that holiday tree, we have put together some holiday ideas when it comes to simple quick and easy tree decor.

For the Minimalist

Need a quick fix to the absence of a holiday tree? You don’t have to have an abundance of decorations or a $1000 budget to have a great looking tree. Here we’ve taken a simple white Christmas tree and added some white lights. Minimalism at its greatest it still adds that warm festive feel, and goes great with our silver and white holiday table. Not looking for a long tern tree? Why not rent one from us and really cut down on your holiday budget and set up.

For Those Who Like To Keep It Simple and Elegant

If you’re looking for something a little more for your Christmas tree but still want to keep it simple, arranging your tree in two tones of color is a great way to add color and style and under budget. This tree is nothing more than some white lights and two different colors of ornaments, pink and gold.

Many stores offer large packages of monochromatic ornaments for a cheap price; pick two colors for your tree and start decorating. The two colors will keep it simple while the different style of ornaments will give it a unique style.

For The Modern Contemporary

As years go by, we see more and more colored trees in living rooms as opposed to the classic green. Colored trees add a modern contemporary touch to the holidays and give decorating a new dimension. Our “love actually” tree has a black base, and bright red ornaments with silver details to give it that holiday glitz and glamour.

For the Diva

Gold earrings? Leopard pumps? Want your holiday tree to match you in Diva standard but without a Diva budget? This Christmas tree takes a different spin on the holidays by adding a bit of exotic flare. With nothing but a few gold ornaments and some leopard ribbon you’ve created a Louis Vuitton tree with a Walmart price.


For Those Young At Heart

With all those yearly trends out there, there are those of us who like to stick to the classics. This Christmas tree brings nothing but nostalgia to your table with the classic colors of red, blue and green, candy canes, candy ornaments and little toy drums to match. Why not add to the savings by taking some time with the kids and make some ornaments to match?

For Those Who Love Colour

The last in our holiday tree line up is polychromatic at its best. With everything from jewel tones, to diamonds to glitter this table is everything holiday sparkle! There are no rules when it comes to this tree, just lots and lots of color!

And as a little extra help this holiday check out this great Tree Ornament Calculator. Enter in the size of your tree and this calculator will automatically calculate just how many ornaments you need to make it look its best.

Happy Holidays and Happy Decorating from Special Event Rentals!

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Featured Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Pie

Posted on July 14, 2011 by | Leave a comment
Strawberry Whip Cream Pie

Nothing is better on a hot, summer day than a light, fruit based dessert. See our Strawberry Whipped Cream Pie recipe below

Nothing beats fresh fruit in the summer. Whether you pick yourself, or visit a farmer’s market or your local grocery store, using fresh is best. This dessert is no exception. Simple flavors and simple instructions together give you a pure and irresistible combination. Try it this weekend and it’s guaranteed to become one of your favorites too.

Strawberry Whipped Cream Pie

Crust:
1 – 1/3 c. graham cracker crumbs
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 cup flour
6 Tablespoons melted butter

Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.  Mix everything together by hand, and press firmly into a 10-inch springform pan.  The crust should also go up the sides of the pan about three inches.  Bake in the oven for about 12 minutes, until it has firmed up a bit.  Let it cool while you prepare the filling.

Filling:
5 cups strawberries, washed and stems removed.
1/4 cup sugar
1 Tablespoon gelatin powder, soaked in 1/4 cup cold water

Roughly chop one cup of the strawberries and place in a small saucepan with the sugar.  Cook until reduced to a puree.  Remove from the heat, then stir in the soaked gelatin.  Mix with the remaining strawberries, then immediately pour into the cooled crust.  Spread the strawberry mixture out so the top is level, then prepare the whipped cream topping.

Topping:
1-1/2 cups heavy cream
1 Tablespoon powdered sugar
1 teaspoon gelatin powder
2 tablespoons milk

Whip the cream and sugar to stiff peaks.  Soak the gelatin in the milk for two minutes, then heat gently until dissolved.  Gradually fold the whipped cream into the gelatin, then spread on top of the strawberries.  Chill for several hours before removing from the pan and slicing.

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Venue: Enterprise Square

Posted on July 14, 2011 by | Leave a comment

A few short years ago, the University of Alberta bought, fully renovated, and expanded Edmonton’s historic Hudson’s Bay Building. Enterprise Square was born.  Housing not only the University’s downtown campus, this location is a unique open concept venue with a sky-lit atrium, state-of -the-art sound system, in-house catering, parking and more.  Perfect for meetings and corporate mixers, Enterprise Square has a “mini conference centre” including boardrooms, meeting rooms, and tiered classrooms.  The Atrium is a beautiful space for cocktails, company parties, awards ceremonies & wedding receptions.  They also have the old AGA space for rent as well as some smaller rooms with kitchen space for luncheons.  It is a wonderful space right in the heart of our downtown and definitely worth a look for your next event.

Visit Enterprise Square online for more details and information.  Both Sherry and Trish are incredibly accommodating and we think their venue is a hidden gem!  Contact Sherry Kully @ 780.248.1057 or Trish Zuk @ 780.248.1056.

Special Event Rentals had the opportunity to showcase our rentals in the Enterprise Square window. See our YouTube clip below.

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