Day of Stationery for the ABC OC Coordinator Luncheon at Foundry Vintage

As always it is a privilege to work with and contribute back to the community that I work in.  I thoroughly enjoy watching how the industry is consistently growing, changing, and flourishing.  It is inspiring to see the innovative sense and imaginary creativity of event designers and coordinators.  This past Tuesday, June 11th, 2013, the ABC OC Coordinator's Luncheon was hosted at Found Vintage Rentals in Fullerton, CA.  Topic of the season for the June meeting was on fashion styling by personal stylist Leslie Christen and beauty tips and demonstrations by Design Visage. 

Here is the link to the listed and contributors to the gleaming afternoon affair.  Included in the link are stunning photos provided by Studio EMP

ABC OC: June - Coordinator Beauty Luncheon

Thank you Association of Bridal Consultants for hosting and creating a forum for the industry to have the ability to mingle, network, and discuss the issues within our industry as well as absorb advice and mentorship from colleagues throughout LA and Orange County.  As well it is always nice to continually learn new techniques and how to carry ones self in an esteemed manner.  Cheers to such a wonderful event.  And Cheers to a lovely afternoon luncheon affair.  

Glad to have sponsored ABC OC once again.  Always love from Calligraphy Katrina.
Thank you Studio EMP for the gorgeous photography.

Rustic Paper Goods

Really loving and appreciating the different styles that I get to work with.  It's truly the extensive beauty, use, and presentation calligraphy and paper goods can do.  As of late it has been truly inspiring to work with so many creative concepts alongside different coordinators, brides & grooms.  

Calligraphy on Handmade Fine Paper Goods

Table Cards and Guestbook Signage on fine handmade paper

Appetizer & Dessert Signage on fine handmade paper

Calligraphy over a Map of Italy

Signage for the photo booth

Matching Table Cards

Honoring Amy Pascal and Ralph Rucci: LGBT Event

One of the perks of this 5th year of Calligraphy Katrina Maison du Papier is being available to give back to sponsor, and attend special events that give back to communities.  Like prior posts on Giving Back with CKMDP and community support the growth of CKMDP means activism in communities and humanities.  It's nice to have wellness development for my company and the CKMDP team.

Mid March my best friend and I attended An Evening Honoring Amy Pascal and Ralph Rucci: Benefiting Youth Services oft the LA Gay & Lesbian Center.  The event was held at the Beverly Wiltshire and sponsord by Sony Pictures Entertainment, Sax Fith Avenue, and Wells Fargo  Click here to read more about the purpose of the event:  About

Quality Time with my BFF!!!

Sponsors:  LA Gay Lesbian Center, Sony Pictures Entertainment,
Sax Fith Avenue, Wells Fargo with many more

Table settings at the Beverly Wilshire

In contribution to the event CKMDP contributed thousands of place cards were written for the large audience that was in attendance of this fun, inspiring, and fabulous evening.Cheers to Amy Pascal and Ralph Rucci in their leadership, service, and contributions to the LGBT community.  There were many presenters and honored speakers through the evening.  Unfortunately the best of shaky hands and a distant table, the photos of these amazing guests came out way to blurry to post.

And not going to lie!!!  It's nice to end with some good sugar!!!!  I love sweets!

I'm glad that my team and I are able to support each other through our daily life, hopes, and dreams.  It's even better to know that we're here to spread the love to others too.  Thanks BFF for spending this awesome sponsorship opp with me.

Expanding at ABC OC 2013

This March as the spring season was blooming, the opportunity to grow myself also was in bloom.  The Association of Bridal Consultants of Orange County (ABC OC) hosted a delightfully decadent event at the Hyatt Regency of Newport Beach on March 12, 2013.  Many of those in our industry were able to mingle, expand, exhale, and discuss our questions, comments, ideas, and strategies in our participation of event planning.

Throughout the evening we were able to discuss and be challenged on our perspectives of how we all work in this industry.  Here are a gist points that Table 2 discussed and affirmed each other with.
-Focus on one thing and be excited about it. If you are excited others will be excited too.
-Let go and delegate to grow
-Rotary Clubs for service hours. "free labor"  There are students trying to attain service hours for non-profits, charity events, and giving to contribute back to our communities.
-Forget about "competition" and begin focusing on what you do best and educate your clients on what you CAN do best and CAN do for them.
-Know your value and justify your value.  We have to believe in what we are valued for and worth the price .-YOUR TEAM:  this is your family, these are your best and worst assets.  Find a SOLID and CONSISTENT team. They take care of each other, and as an employer we take care of them too.  We balance each other.
-BRAND:  Your brand is an extension of you!!!!

Another mixer presented to us was a "THINK TANK" discussion.  We were to throw out and discuss our biggest successes and difficulties. With this being asked of us this is what Table 2 came up with in affirmation, advice, praises, and advocation for one another.
-With social media as our main advertisement and endorsement; we have lost the face to face value.  It's nice to have open house once in a while. Redefine and clarify face value.
-Be invitational:  invite people into an open house, offer discounts, and offer incentives etc!
-Reading up leads to keeping up!!!!  Read personal and professional growth books.  Think and Grow Rich, by Napoleon Hill. Here are some examples:  Thoughts are things, whatever you conceive you can achieve, to build we need to be open to new possibilities, and pass on your wisdom.
-Attitude:  Servant to servant.  Be there for each other.

Over all you can see that this forum has allowed some expanding, exhale and new perspectives for the year 2013.  It was good and fulfilling day of wellness.  Here are pictures of the delightful event.

Floral Riot!

Floral Riot!

Contribution from CKMDP for 80 attendees:

(name tags and programs)

Escort Cards and Table Seating.

Escort Card Cluse-Ups

Program and Table Layouts.

Participating Vendors and Menu.

OF COURSE THE FOOOD!!!!

Once Upon A Cupcake

Participating Sponsors:

-Venue:  Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

-Photography:  Radiant Photography

-Stationery and Calligraphy:  Calligraphy Katrina Maison du Papier

-Florals:  Floral Riot

-Music:  Invisible Touch

-Coffee:  Millie's Coffee

-Dessert:  Once Upon A Cupcake

-Linens:  Designer Specialty Linens

Jordan Farmar Foundation: presents A Taste of Hope

Just like what we gain, it isn't always particularly just all ours to keep.  It's always a nice feeling when you come to a point where you can give back into community purpose.  In my mind its about the future generations to come and what we can help them become.

I was so honored to have been able to attend and participate as a sponsor at A Taste of Hope presented by the Jordan Farmar Foundation. The mission of Jordan Farmar Foundation is to raise money for scholarships and funds for basketball camp for kids coming from lower income families.  Part of Jordan's letter to his attendees states, " A Taste of Hope is an evening created to continue to support my dream of providing a child an opportunity that they would otherwise not have had.  I was a scholarship athlete...".  The foundations vision is to see kids stay healthy, hopeful for their dreams, and heal from things that stop them from reaching their dreams.  Another unique thing about Jordan's foundation is that Jordan is in partnership with his mom, Mindy Kolani.  Together they are working together to help kids develop and dream big.

Like we all struggle in life, its always nice to know we can give back into the community in some shape or form.  I hope to continue to have more opportunities as such event like A Taste of Hope.

Unique to this event was the kid inspired menu presented by Contemporary Catering and Event Production.    Let's say it was fun and amazing.  Thank you chef!!!!!!!

Appetizers

Ahi Tuna Tartar Tacos- Ahi Tuna, Black Sesame, Wasabi and Scallions with Nappa Cabbage Slaw in Wonton Crisp Taco Shell Topped with Yuzu Pepper

Gourmet Fried Mac 'N' Cheese Squares with Organic Marinara

Smoked Duck Quesadilla Topped with Avocado Creme Fraiche and Cilantro Jalapeno Oil

“BLT” Pop Rocks

Frosted Mojito Jello with Fresh Mint Leaf

“French Fry Bar”

Classic Fries, Sweet Potato Fries, Fried Zucchini

Cajun Remoulade, Jalapeno Tomato Marmalade, Green Goddess

Amuse Bouche

Kaya Toast

Entree

I

“Frozen Fish Sticks”

Butterfish Crudo, Ginger-Lemongrass “Snow”

II

“Chicken Tenders Gaufres”

Crispy Fried Roulade of Mary’s Organic Chicken Breast with Belgian Waffle and Huckleberry Syrup center

III

“Corndog”

Housemade Lamb and Duck “Wurst” with Harissa; Fluffy Polenta

IV

“Pizza”

Agave Syrup Sweetened Flatbread, Chorizo Sarta, 12 month Manchego, Fresh Baby Corainder

IV

“CheeseBurger and Fries, with a Shake on the Side”

Start Anise Braised Wagyu Beef Shortrib, St. Agur Bleu Cheese, Rocket Greens, Heirloom Tomato with Maldon Salt; Crispy Potato “Pebbles” Vanilla Foam with Chocolate Bubbles

V

“Fruit Cocktail”

Skittles Infused Vodka Soaked Fruit Salad

VI

“Planting flowers”

Goat Cheese Ice Cream, Oreo Coco Dust, Tuille, Fruit Roll Up Flower

Executive Chef

Nathaniel Neubauer