Caitlin LaFarlette

October 22, 2015 by Caitlin LaFarlette

A Touch of Sparkle for Any Event

Be it a wedding, pageant or even a glamorous birthday party, take your event up a notch by adding some serious shine to your wardrobe.

Glitz and Glamour, an online business owned by Darlene Burgess, provides thousands of appliques, jewelry pieces and fabrics to make any piece truly unique. Merchandise is created with three different types of rhinestones that are perfect no matter the budget or need: Swarovski, Preciosa and Glitzstones. You can also find fabric dye, bridal organza, Lycra, hair combs and rhinestone necklaces among the treasures of Glitz Glamour.

Burgess created the business in 1982 because the designs she imagined in her head were impossible to find in any stores. A professional seamstress since 1959, she began creating pageant-wear for her 3-year-old daughter and her designs grew from there. The company is based in Jackson, Tennessee, and the showroom is open with an appointment.

If you are looking for quality, Glitz and Glamour is the place to shop. The business has supplied merchandise for major films and television productions, including the Hunger Games, Disney and Dancing With the Stars. All of the fringe, appliques and trims are also manufactured by the same company to ensure your colors will match, providing a top experience with Glitz and Glamour.

Clients describe Glitz and Glamour as “excellent” and say the products are beautiful, resulting in five-star ratings on the company’s Facebook page. No matter the occasion, Glitz and Glamour has that bit of shine to make your day stand out!

October 20, 2015 by Caitlin LaFarlette

Trending Tuesday – Halloween Punch

Halloween may be at the end of October, but this easy-to-make punch serves as a sweet treat before and after any ghoulish festivities.

A candy corn punch that is kid friendly is sure to stand out as a great centerpiece at a Halloween party. With only four ingredients, you can whip up a pitcher the night before or even the day of your event. You will need:

-One package of lemon jello
-Cool Whip
-Orange soda
-Two cups of mango juice

To begin, mix the jello with one cup of boiling water until dissolved and pour in the mango juice, stirring well. Pour this mixture into a pitcher and place in the refrigerator until it is chilled and slightly solid (about two hours).

After the jello is set, slowly pour in orange soda to the desired height of the pitcher, leaving room for the Cool Whip. Make sure to pour carefully so the soda doesn’t push holes into the jello. Spoon Cool Whip on top of your mixture and sprinkle some candy corn pieces on top!

You now have a large candy corn to show off to your guests that they can enjoy as a punch. Stir the mixture together before serving.

September 24, 2015 by Caitlin LaFarlette

Beautiful Memories By Photography Duo

Having a photographer on your wedding day is an absolute must, but a team of photographers is certain to give an extraordinary and memorable experience.

Husband and wife Jerry and Marilyn Bell make up the team of Bell’s Wedding Photography, based out of Clearwater, FL. They describe themselves as passionate about soaking in the details of life and are dedicated to capturing those special moments you are hoping to preserve from your wedding.

No matter the budget, Bell’s Wedding Photography has a package that will work with your needs. A basic package provides up to five hours of photography, the deluxe offers up to seven hours and the premium package will give you and your family up to 10 hours of shooting! In addition, each package includes a free engagement shoot, online gallery, photo edits and a DVD of the high resolution photos. Photo services don’t stop after your wedding: the Bells also offer anniversary shoots!

The Bell’s business is positioned on the Florida coast, a perfect backdrop for beach weddings. If you plan to exchange vows next to the rolling waves, you can be assured the Bell’s experience in beach shoots will mean your own photos will turn out beautiful.

Customers of the husband and wife team say the duo, while laid back, are very professional and offer great service. With five-star ratings from other clients, it only makes sense to book Bell’s Wedding Photography for your big day!

September 22, 2015 by Caitlin LaFarlette

Trending Tuesday – DIY Etching

If you’re looking for a unique and personalized gift for your bridal party, or a soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs., all that’s required are a few items from the dollar and craft stores!

Personalized etched glasses are a hot trend this season for bridal gifts, but you don’t need fancy machinery to achieve the chic design. This project simply requires your dishware of choice, stencils and frosted glass spray or etched glass paint. Paint, such as Armour Etch, provides cleaner lines since it requires a brush. Spray paint works better for larger areas or if you are looking for a gradient style. If you want a more detailed design, you will also need tape to section off parts of the glass.

How To:

First, choose how you want to personalize the glass: with an initial, last or first name, or even a proposal for your bridal party: “Will you be my Bridesmaid?”

Place your stencils on the glass and remember the part you covered up will remain clear.

Follow the directions on either the frosted glass spray or etched glass paint, and use any protective gear needed. Paint or spray over the stencils, allow time to dry and remove!

In one afternoon you can have the perfect gift for your maid of honor, groomsmen or best friend who is finally tying the knot. There are countless designs that can create a truly personalized gift a loved one will put to good use!

September 17, 2015 by Caitlin LaFarlette

Prime Photography with Camera 1

From commercial photography to family portraits or custom printing, the father/son team of Camera 1 is available for any of your photographic needs in the Columbus, GA area.

Herb Cawthorne and his son, Jim Cawthorne, have a combined 50 years of experience in the field, creating a business that offers a multitude of services for those searching for passport photos, industrial and wedding photography, digital services and even aerial photography. Both a Certified Professional Photographers and through their work with the Associated Press, General Motors and the Olympics, the Cawthornes have developed a broad background of photography achievements.

In the Columbus, GA area, they are the only business to offer custom black and white lab services. Their digital services include enlargements, restorations and copy negatives. The Cawthornes’ extensive experience in this area has shaped the business to be a perfect fit for special event or wedding photos.

Not in the Georgia area? No problem! They travel to all corners of the world. The father and son duo have traveled to Japan, Botswana, Argentina, and countless other countries for work. If your wedding or event takes you outside of Georgia or even the United States, these photographers will be there to capture every moment.

If you are looking to add in a unique aerial perspective to your wedding, the Cawthornes also have plenty of experience to give you special memories from your big day. Herb Cawthorne is a hang-glider pilot and licensed private pilot, and his aerial photography has become renowned in Georgia. They are members of the Professional Aerial Photographers Association and can assist with nearly any aerial project within a 200 mile radius of Columbus.

When it comes to photography, you want the best of the best to create photos you will remember for a lifetime. Camera 1 has the images that will stand out and make your wedding album a memorable one!