Join Details at the spring bridal show!

Come see Details at the spring Bridal Show and Benefit hosted by the Bridal Association of the Brazos Valley!

The 2012 Spring Bridal Show & Benefit is being held at Brazos County Expo on Sunday, February 19, 2011 from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Browse over 100 vendors as you wind your way through the event and visit one on one with the professionals who can personalize your wedding, reception or honeymoon just for you! Proceeds from the show will benefit The Brazos Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross.

Tickets are $15 per person, in advance online. $20 per person at the door.

Advance ticket sales end at noon Saturday, February 18, 2012. All tickets are non-refundable. Every person or child, regardless of age, must have a ticket to enter the show. No strollers are allowed in the show due to safety reasons. Prize drawings are intended for brides only, all prize awards are subject to verification.

Purchase advance tickets here: https://ido-ido.org/tickets/purchase.aspx?id=57

We look forward to seeing you there!

Cocktail Table Linen Ideas

We recently added cocktail tables to our inventory and wanted to share different ways you can put tablecloths on these fun tables. You can try to match the rest of your event decor or go wild with a different theme for the cocktail area.


To create this look, all you need is a 120" round tablecloth.


This look is very easy to create. You just need a 120" Round tablecloth and a chair sash. The chair sash is tied in a single knot almost halfway down the table. Both of these fabrics are polyester, which is inexpensive and comes in tons of colors.


This look was created by wrapping a chair sash around the center and then tying it in a bow. We love these colors together. Go bold with big patterns!


This look was created by wrapping a sash around the tablecloth and then hiding the tails. Make sure you bring some safety pins to secure the tails.


The layered look includes a 120" round tablecloth and a 54" square topper.




Our spandex tablecloths are very popular. The spandex comes in white or black. If you want to add color, spandex table caps are available in a variety of colors.


Another easy idea is to attach a table runner or table valance around the top of the table to add some texture.

Super Bowl Party Ideas

Are you ready for some football? We are - even though the Dallas Cowboys didn't even make the playoffs. :(

We LOVE these ideas from Hostess with the Mostess. The Super Bowl party ideas are great and include free printables that you can download and use at your party. The Super Bowl is on February 5 at 5:30 p.m. (central).



Download and print signs for your food display.



Love the hot sauce and mason jars. Download stickers here.



Visit HWTM's website for more printables and ideas!

This or that: Wedding favors

It is a must to send your guests home with wedding favors, but you don't always need to splurge! We've compared several popular favors with a more saving-savvy option. These favors will have the same effect on your friends and family, but less of an effect on your wallet.

Rather than giving your guests their own gumball machine, personalized bags still have the same POP and are easy to put together yourself!

gumball machine via: MyWeddingFavors

While giving friends their own bottle of wine may be impressive, corkscrews are practical!

Aluminum drink canisters are great gifts, but personalized water bottles are inexpensive and perfect for thirsty guests!

aluminum via: Do You Need a Favor?, water bottles via: MyWeddingFavors

Elaborate candle holders are beautiful, but might not be the best for every bride's budget. A simple pair of candlesticks will stun!

sticks: Martha Stewart Weddings

Having a beach wedding? You don't need to shell out for the favors! Sterling silver favors are thoughtful, but why not string some shells to make your guests ornaments?

NYE Essentials

Throwing a party to ring in the new year? Worrying about dropping the ball when the ball drops? Don't worry! We've put together a list of five NYE essentials, guaranteeing you and your guests a memorable end to 2011.

1. The Bubbly, of course!

Champagne is a New Year's staple, but why not put a new twist on this old favorite with a champagne cocktail!



2. Music

Music is a must for any party and guarantees to keep the night moving. Don't forget Auld Lang Syne. May auld aquanitance be forgot!



3. Finger Foods

Because many of your guests will have eaten before the evening begins, they won't be hungry for a full meal. Providing snacks throughout the night will satisfy everyone. These ball drop cupcakes are a great snack before your resolutions begin!



4. Games

We hope in your last moments of 2011, you are surrounded by your loved ones. These games from happywink.org will help you make lasting memories with them!


5. Party Poppers

After ringing in the new year with a kiss, hand out fun poppers to your guests and go out with a bang! Fireworks will do the trick, too.

Winter Wonderland Wedding

Love the blue, silver and white color schemes of these winter weddings. Getting married at Christmas time can save you a lot of money since many locations and churches are already decorated. We hope you have a Merry Christmas! We can't wait to share what's in store for 2012.

Christmas Party at Christopher's World Grille

Did you know Christopher’s is available for private events? We set up our dance floor last weekend for a Christmas party and the room was absolutely gorgeous! This would be a great location for a rehearsal dinner, company party or wedding reception. The room holds up to 200 guests and the food is amazing. Certified event specialist Tina McGlothlin can help with the details. Call her at (979) 776-2181.