Event Planner: A Day in the Life

Ever wondered what event planners do on a day-to-day basis?
Here's some pics from a typical day in the life of Elody Events:


5:00am - Wakeup call (usually resulting in the snooze button being hit and a resurfacing some 7-10 minutes later!)

6:00 am - Hit the Flower Markets! Nothing like a flower-fueled rush of adrenalin to start the day!

8.00am - A quick stop for breakfast on the go! As you can see - it's always something super healthy!

8.30 am - Catch up on emails and office work..what do you mean just 1 computer? We require a minimum of three to plan events!

10.00am - We're sure there's a spotlight in heaven! Most of our days entail a trip to see our BFFs at the cutting counter

11.00am - The inevitable stop off at Bunnings

12.00pm - Powertools! Creating party props and decorations is hard work!

1.00pm - Cake testing! That counts as lunch - right?

2.00 pm - The inevitable cutting and glueing that comes with every event

3.00 pm - Coffee Break!!

3.15 pm - Back on track and ready to get seriously stuck in to some flower arrangements

 5.00pm - Event setup ... Crunch time!

7.00pm - Show time!

Somewhere between 12.00am and 3.00am - packed up and ready to dump everything back in the showroom - who can be bothered dealing with all that mess today? Not us! We're ready to curl up in bed to sleep of one perfect day!


It's a tough job but somebody has to do it right?

XO Elody Events


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The Quest for the Perfect Mother's Day Gift

Mother's Day is just around the corner. From bouquets of flowers and sappy greeting cards to family brunches and pamper packages, Mother's Day is all about showing your mum she still is, and always will be the number one woman in your life.

Whether you go all out with your Mother's Day plans, or opt for a simple heartfelt and sincere gesture, there are a number of ways to really make mum feel special with some perfect Mother's Day gift ideas:

For the full-time mum
When it comes to demanding jobs, there's nothing that quite measures up to the full-time mum. She's on call 24/7, dealing with tough deadlines and multi-tasking to the fullest - without annual leave, sick leave or even weekends. For full-time mums, there's no better gift than some well-deserved time off. Consider a full-on day spa package or even just a relaxing breakfast in bed to show her just how much her hard work is appreciated.

For the working mum
Today's working mum is like the modern superwoman, juggling family responsibilities with the gruelling 9 to 5 grind. Consider great gadgets and accessories to help streamline her busy life, including time-saving kitchen appliances, or something to brighten up her work space with great office accessories.

For the techie mum
Computers are hardly just for the realm of business people now. Today, mums are among the most technically and social media savvy audiences; blogging, tweeting and participating in social media communities galore. For your techie mum, consider iPhone accessories, beautiful laptop cases or even the latest iPad so she can take her blog and twitter with her wherever she goes.

For the active mum
Mother's day is all about showing your love and appreciation, and that means recognising the things about your mum that make her so unique. If your mum's all about staying in shape to look and feel fab, then excersise equipment or clothes and accessories will be a no brainer when it comes to the perfect Mother's Day gift idea.

For the arts and craft-y mum
From crocheting a warm cosy afghan or making the perfect gingerbread house for school, your mum is the champion of DIY projects. Tap into her creative side with some fun craft activities that you can work on as a family.

For the gourmet mum
In 2009, Australia fell in love with MasterChef's first winner, Julie Goodwin. The show and the adoring mother of three has been an inspiration to many, and has aspiring foodies young and old whipping up plenty of gourmet goodies in the home kitchens. If your mum is a culinary creator, some nifty kitchen gadgets and cookware will be at the top of her wish list.








For every mum
Ultimately, the perfect gift is one that's thoughtful, genuine and straight from the heart. Whether it's a bouquet of roses in her favourite shade of lavender or a handmade card on why she's the "best-est" or even if its just letting her know you're thinking of her with a loving phone call from overseas, the perfect gift for every mum will always be the one that comes from you.


Whatever you decide to go with, remember gift shopping can be a joy! Happy hunting!



XO Elody Events

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Brand New

Well, it was a little like pulling teeth but we finally brought out our inner computer genius' here at Elody. After a while spent chained to the computer and pulling our hair out we have managed to put together our brand new website!

Head over to www.myelodyevent.com to find out all you need to know about Elody Events and what we can do for you!

XO Elody Events

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Ruth Tarvydas - Sequins and Sparkles

It's late, but while we're still on a high from tonight we thought we'd give you a peak at the Ruth Tarvydas show from The Savoir Fair Perth Fashion Week.

The night was full of sequins and skin, as has come to be expected from any Ruth Tarvydas event. The Perth designer showcased her latest line accompanied by hauntingly eery music and enviable, majestic models.

Take a look at some the of the shots we managed from the runway below:

How pretty were those dresses?
Also, check out some of the familiar faces we spotted tonight:

We love the new collection and can't wait to see it when it hits stores later this year.

XO Elody Events

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DIY - Pretty Receipt Paper Streamers

How pretty are these lace-looking ribbons we found at Walnut & Main?
They are so easy and will make a big impact at your party!

Here's what you'll need:
- At least one 1 roll of receipt paper, 2 inches wide
- Dowl (or something similar)
- 9x13 sheet
- Pattern Punch (ours was from Martha Stewart)
- A long workspace (try your kitchen bench)

Here's how to make them:
1. Arrange your rolls into a row and stick a dowel through the holes of the receipt paper rows. Put them ion a 9x13 sheet or something similar to keep them from tolling all over your workspace.

2. Next, lay the paper on top of each other, pull towards the punch and start punching away. For the ribbon to be nice and neat, make sure that all of the rolls are being stamped evenly. The punch has guides to where you need to move the paper to.

3. Lift up the punch one in a while to empty the bottom of all the paper that is being punched out. You could use these extras as confetti.

Now get decorating!

We love this idea, and can't wait to use it again at our next event!

XO Elody Events

P.S If you decide to use this fabulous idea, don't forget to post your pictures to our Facebook page, we'd love to see how they turn out for you!

Party Planning: Why go with a pro?

Professional Event Planners carry many names; Event Planner, Event Coordinator, Event Manager, however they all have one main objective, to produce an even that exceeds both the client's and their guests' expectations by going beyond the details of the event itself.

Many feel the cost of hiring a Party Planner will cause them to exceed there budget. On the contrary, hiring a pro will not only keep you on track with your budget, but may also save you money by selecting the best vendors and suppliers for you. The goal of an Event Planner is not only to save you time and hassle, but also to save you money.

Time is valuable. Time is precious. Time is priceless. Hiring a pro isn't a luxury - it's a necessity. Our goal at Elody Events is to create an extraordinary event beyond your expectations so you get to sit back, relax an enjoy the moment. Leave all the planning, paperwork, negotiations, and details to us. After all, it is what we love to do!

Be inspired by some of our favourite events below:

XO Elody Events


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We Heart TRANSIT

It's not very often here at Elody Events that we have one musicians music on repeat in office for days on end. But we have fallen in love with the music from Transit's new demos and have been listening to it over and over.

Transit is an alternative rock/worship band, home grown in Perth, WA. Made up of 5 guys with a passion for music, their sound can be described as energetic, edgy and raw. The boys say they want their music to "impact and inspire people" - we think that's a pretty cool goal!

Want some even better news? The boys have just made their tracks available for a FREE download through their Facebook page!

Check the guys out this weekend at Strawberry Jam in Bussleton!

Head over and like their Facebook page - you'll want to keep your ear to the ground on this one, big things are sure to come!

XO Elody Events