It's Friday!

Hello Everyone, 

I know!… I know!… It’s been forever since the last posting but I have been very busy growing, working and learning about myself as a business owner. In business, at times we can get so focused on developing our brand, managing systems and capturing opportunities that it is hard to stop and take a break. You must find the balance and rhythm for your life/business ...it is so easy to get lost in the day-today business of running a business and easily neglect important things in our lives ...like relaxing under a tree, visiting with family and pampering ourselves.

As I write this, I’m learning this valuable lesson.

Recently, the two of the fashionistas in my life gifted me with a pamper day at Natural Nails spa by Yasko.  I did not realize how much I needed some personal time. When I sat in the chair I immediately felt the stress melt away. Yasko, the proprietor, manicurist and masseuse took her time and made sure I enjoyed my get-a-way time.  It was the most relaxing, gentle and special time I have had in a long time.

Here is a picture of my pretty feet.

PLEASE make time to take care of yourself. Take time for just you. I know.. I know.. it’s hard to do.  You are your business but you’re business can’t survive without your best you!   

Here are the other pictures I took, check them out! MAYBE Yasko can help you take a break!

Friday's Flair

 It's that time again...Friday's here!


In my last post I shared an idea on how to add a little flair to graduation announcements. Since we're still in the graduation season I wanted to share the flair you can add to your favorite grad's party table decorations. There are many graduations at this time of the year but when planning or participating in multiple celebrations you don't have to break the bank.

Here is a nifty idea that you can use when giving a grad gift or making a centerpiece....

 Photo taken by Young-Adeyeba Photography

                     Beautiful, simple and affordable!

To put this together:

1. Visit the after-market store in your area and purchase a vase for a $1.00
2. Swing by your local craft store and pick up a tassel and ribbon in the graduate's colors. $3.00
3. Grab flowers from your garden or the local florist in the colors that match the ribbon. $3.00
4. Add sparkling water to the flowers. (It contains many micro-organisms and other nutrients which will preserve the flowers better than normal tap water) $1.00
 
So for under $10.00 you can give a nice, affordable, and personalized gift to the graduate in your life!  If you want take this idea a step further you can buy a charger or dish to sit your gift on and add colored glass pebbles to give a pop of color at the base of the gift.
 
I look forward to hearing your ideas and/or comments. Have a great weekend and see next Friday! 
 

Friday's Flair

Hello Friends and Family!!
I am so exited to FINALLY share my new business, Festive Flair Events and my NEW blog to collect all my thoughts, feelings, and emotions connected to ......MY PASSION FOR EVENT PLANNING!!
 EVERY Friday, I will pack a weeks worth of sweet stuff into a slice of my blog called.....
                                        Friday's Flair.

Today's Flair is all about the graduation season.....which has already started!!! I am currently knee deep in the planning of a very special graduation party for my youngest sister. She's a kind and energetic young lady that loves to have a good time. So when sending out her graduation announcements, she wanted to share a special personalized picture with all of her loved ones. We asked one of our Friend's of FFE, Young-Adeyeba Photography to take a few shots and this is what we came up with...

I'd like to know what you think...AND what kind of flair did you add to your graduation?

Was it a certain type of sash, did you get a "new do" or did you just rock a new pair of electric blue Pumas? Leave a comment...Please! 

                            Creating Memorable and Heartfelt Occasions with Flair!