Alicia Dawn Designs

23/06/2022

Be creative… be you… think outside of the box…. It makes it that much more beautiful!!!

22/06/2022

Events and weddings are suppose to be fun for everyone especially the hosts!! Forget trying to be perfect or keeping up with the Jones… just be you, be your vision let it come to light and have some fun with it!! Be creative and let your vision sparkle!!
Recently we had fun with this retro lounge space and kids area at a wedding… instead of being perfect be fun!!! Mix and match textures, colours, and eras!!!

07/01/2020

Happy 2020..... so did you make a resolution? Have you stated like so many others that 2020 is YOUR year? Lots of us do make resolutions and that is ok, but why is one year yours and not every year? 99% of the time a Resolution is a goal that we as individuals want to achieve, but a goal without a plan, is just a dream. a Goal with out hard work, determination, dedication is just a wish. And yes goals can be scary, making change can be terrifying, but if you can see the end result and know exactly what it is you are after, and whole heartedly believe in it. then take that scary step, take that leap of faith and go for it. Maybe your are wanting to plan a big fundraising event and perhaps Australia, is the perfect recipient of that effort right now, or maybe there is another organization that you know needs your love, support and efforts, then do it, go for it start a plan... start by sharing your ideas... start by moving a pen or picking up a phone, just start. it will be worth every effort you put in to it in the end. Maybe its it a wedding of your dreams, or a birthday milestone, an anniversary of a marriage, coming to Canada, buying your first farm, or home, starting your own business, it could be a celebration of anything of any size ,but all you have to do is start... make it come to life just the way you see it!

14/08/2019

Two things that people always talk about after they have attended an event is 1) FOOD and 2) Layout/Design.... you can put on a gala event, but if the event doesn't flow, or they have to go through a maze to get to a bathroom.... or they are running through the back of a kitchen to get to the food line... or standing outside in the rain waiting for food or washroom facilities.. or if you have an older crowd and there are not railings to assist them walking up stairs.. then your layout is something you need to reconsider.... because if you don't think of it ahead of time, it doesn't matter how glamorous your event is... your attendees will find fault, and that is all you will hear about afterwards... key to a successful event is LAYOUT & Design!!

08/08/2019

Your love story is unique to you. Nobody falls in love the same way, so why do we look for a check list of what we have to do or have when it comes to planning our weddings? There is no right or wrong way, A wedding should reflect the personalities, of the two people who are getting married. Weddings aren't meant to be cookie cutter events... they are meant to be an expression of the love that two people share! When planning your Wedding... MAKE IT YOURS!!

02/08/2019

Here's the question.... How big of an "event" does it have to be to warrent having an or working with an event planner? The Answer …. SIZE DOESN'T MATTER!!! Honestly.. your busy... you have a full life... and that is what we are here for... to work with and help you turn your ideas into reality so that you don't go crazy trying to figure out how to juggle one more thing on your plate!!!! A fun day out or a weekend away with 1, 2, 6, 10 200, 1000 people... a corporate event... or a family owned Christmas party... it could be a wedding.. a fundraising gala... your local fair... A day our with the guys or girls... a birthday party... or whatever the event is... the size of it doesn't matter.... Big or Small... leave the worries, stresses... and planning up to us, take a load off your shoulders and enjoy being at your dance class... sporting event... cottage... or event just relaxing on the couch.... we got you covered!

30/07/2019

CONFETTI!!!! Ok.. so Confetti is an interesting topic.. some people love it... some people like it and well some can just do without it. And honestly Confetti isn't something that works for every occasion... but when done right it can be very effective, fun, and even a bit refreshing!! Check out these fresh, inspiring and eco-friendly Confetti ideas when planning your next event! My personal opinion be careful of the bird seed .... not every guest wants to be picking birdseed out of their hair or their bra for the rest of your event!
https://pennylanestationery.com/blogs/news/eco-friendly-wedding-confetti-ideas

When thinking of confetti, you probably have images of bright coloured paper or glitter, but this is just a modernised spin we have put on it. Confetti throwing has actually been around since the middle ages! In Northern Italy it was common usage for the participants of carnival parades to throw obj...

30/07/2019

Dinnerware...... is a big choice and sometimes a big expense when it comes to planning your event. Oftentimes, people feel that they only have a couple of choices available to them... traditional white china dishware or plastic/cardboard. But that isn't the case... There are so many options out there that can help set the atmosphere, keep it eco-friendly and stay within your budget...…..

*Classic China Place settings
*Dig out your grandmas fine china ( it was meant to be used, not just left to sit in the china cabinet, it's time that plate became the life of your party!!)
*Wooden bio-degratable dishes
* Palm Leave Dishes
* Recycleable dishware
* Serve Finger Food (no dishes needed!!)
* Have everyone bring their own dishes ( if that fits with your type of event)
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The options and ideas or endless, all you have to do is just stop for a moment and think outside of the traditional dishware box...….

30/07/2019

Planning an event is never easy.... the best place that I find to start is by closing your eyes... see the event as it has already happened.... what did it look like... what was the feel of the event... jot down what you saw in your vision... How that vision made you feel... Build a budget … then research it... figure out what elements you can bring to life to make your event match that vision while keeping it budget friendly!