Layla's Ballerina Fete

June 04, 2016 in Petite Parties

Khaliah of the Party Muse is an expert when it comes to the styling and decor for children's parties. She used our mini ghost chairs for a dainty and super gorgeous ballerina birthday party. The setting for the party was an amazing contemporary ranch home right on the Hudson River in upstate New York.

This amazingly designed cake was created by Lulu Cake Boutique

This image is giving us so much LIFE! From the ballerina decals and tutus on the ghost chairs to the handwritten strolls on each centerpiece -- Mrs. Khaliah has taken care of every detail.

Can we talk about these flowers?! A M A Z I N G! Created by Tara of Barbara's Flowers in Harlem, NYC.

Tutus and peonies, a winning combination for an over the top kids celebration.

Mirrored Sign by Minted Feather and cupcake towers by Mina of Minty H Cupcakes

Vintage Paper Ribbon by  || Even the chair decal has a tutu! — Vintage Paper Ribbon by || Even the chair decal has a tutu!

Khaliah shared these heartfelt words on IG after styling this event:

"I'm kind of obsessed with all things ballet lately! This party has me dreaming, I have to pinch myself and remember I styled it lol. Loving my own work has honestly been an uphill battle for me. Creativity is personal and to let people in enough to share it is a vulnerable thing. I NEVER take lightly that someone is trusting me with their memories or their money because parties ain't cheap! Every time I get a new client it's humbling, and I appreciate it so much. I have to remind myself daily to be thankful because this business is so tough ..."

Indeed this business is tough and we appreciate all of the wonderful inspiration the Party Muse provides us with each amazingly styled event.

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Cakepops: Lil Cutie Pops

Photography: Jac N Jules

Circus Themed First Birthday

June 04, 2016 in Petite Parties

Mari of Couture Creations Events was our first client to christen our new custom color chiavari chairs service. She requested our Petite Seats in red for this amazingly styled first birthday celebration. The event was captured by Blaise Lambre Photography.

The dessert buffet complete with a tiger in a cage.

The guest of honor-- check out the cookie banner on his high chair, super cute!

Personalized plates and custom colored chairs.

We love the red and white striped satin linen for the guests tables

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Lambre Photography

Artsy Edibles

Disney Descendants Soirée

May 29, 2016

Melissa of MPressions Events designed an intimate sequined Disney Descendants themed soirée for a delightful little princess. She styled our gold chiavari chairs with a stylish combination of purple, fucschia, and black color palette.

The Descendants themed gable favor boxes

The stylish candied apples and cookie tiers were the perfect addition to the elaborate dessert display

A touch of woodland with these personalized moss chair hangers

The purple sequin table cloth just took this tablescape from fabulous to over-the-top.

Amaya's Mary Poppins Celebration

May 15, 2016 in Petite Parties

Mari of Couture Creations Events used our mini ghost chairs for a Mary Poppins themed 3rd birthday party. All images taken by Blaise Lambre Photography.

This amazingly designed cake incorporated the elements of the theme perfectly.

French Macaroon Towers by Artsey Edibles by Sobe

Custom Illustration by Javere Irie

May 15, 2016 in Petite Events

I knew for my girls' birthday celebration I wanted a logo of sorts to bring all the decor elements together. During one of my five hour searching expeditions on Instagram I came across a super talented artist by the name of Javere Irie. After looking at his custom illustrations I decided it would be super cool to make the girls cartoon mermaids.

The Process

Javere requested images of the girls to create a rough sketch of their faces.

After this he sent me a preliminary sketch of the entire illustration for approval.

Next he added the colors and fine details digitally.

The illustration was used for the invitations, day of stationery, and the four foot backdrop for the dessert table (courtesy of my Brother in Law).

Designed and Created by Chique Events and Designs

This will be hung over a lilac  sequin backdrop — This will be hung over a lilac sequin backdrop

Having a unifying element in your event decor is a cool way to "brand" your event.

This event will be the official first event for Petite Konfetti. Stay tuned for pictures and video from the event.

Eden Grace is One!

April 30, 2016

We had the pleasure of providing our white chiavari chairs for a pastel colored, unicorn themed first birthday party. The event was designed and styled by TSB Planning and Design. Per usual, Tricia and her team executed a flawless event leaving no detail to chance. The event was shot by celebrity photographer, April Belle Photos.

Let's start with the desserts, a signature characteristic of a TSB event.

These intricately styled cakes created by Lovely Cakes

Unicorn cake pops by @linakinski of Zoe and Pea

Setting the tone for the event was the invitation designed by @lexi_kay_paperie

Let's get into these tablescapes ...

Sequin linens, ornate, full centerpieces created by JL Goodman Design

For the littles...

There was modern custom acrylic tables paired with the whimsy ribbon tied chiavari chairs (Acrylic Kiddie Table from Evolution Event Rentals)

We are in love with these customized Nicks and May Meri Meri plates

The gable boxed favors with a super cute pinwheel wand

And lastly, the adorable guest of honor, Eden Grace-- check out her stylish shoe game😍

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Event Planning + Design: TSB Planning + Design

Photography: April Belle Photos

Desserts: Zoe + Pea, Lovely Cakes, Joohee Bakes, Mayra's Cakepops, and Snickerdoodle Sweets + Events

Kids Plates + Napkins: Nicks + May

Florist: JL Goodman Design

Acrylic Kids Table: Evolution Event Rentals

White Children Chiavaris: Petite Seats

Invitation: Lexi Kay Paperie

Brooke's Sweet Shoppe: A Shopkins Party

April 19, 2016 in Petite Parties

Yaz of pop! by Yaz used our white chiavari chairs for her princess's sixth birthday celebration. The vibrant theme for the petite fete was Brooke's Sweet Shop and included the super adorable Shopkins characters. Check out the images in the gallery below.

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Styling + Design: pop! by Yaz

Photography: Amy Anaiz Photography

Baked Goods: My Sweetest Moments

Entertainment: Hiccups the Clown

DigiArtWorks Team

A Mermaid Adventure: Antique Recycle

March 28, 2016

Last summer I attended an estate sale in Brooklyn and purchased a small wooden cabinet for less than $50. As I am finally up and about after giving birth three weeks ago I decided to "Pimp My Cabinet".

I made a trip to Home Depot for paint card samples (for my vendors) and spray paint.

I decided to have a silver metallic base with a mermaid fin like pattern over.

The Process

(1) I used sand paper to smooth some of the rough edges of the cabinet. Once this was done I used a mild spray cleaner and a paper towel to wipe off any dust particles.

(2) Using my silver spray paint I covered the entire cabinet.

(3) After doing two coats of the silver and letting sit for a few hours it was time to create the pattern effect. Using the mint and lilac spray paint and a mesh hair net I created a mermaid fin pattern.

(4) To create the pattern place the hair net over a small section of the cabinet and lightly* spray. Use this technique to cover the entire cabinet.

*Spray at least a foot away from cabinet, may require an extra set of hands to hold hair net in place.

(5) With a critical eye look over cabinet to find any areas where the pattern is not clear and redo.

This project was simple and the final product is super cute. I plan to use this to in the "Make Your Own Headband" station.

Kids Panton Chair

March 28, 2016

We have added white Panton chairs to our rental inventory. These pint sized versions of Verner Panton's famous cantilevered chair are the perfect addition to any petite fête. We have 22 in stock for rental. The chairs are made of durable, strong polypropylene. The fun slither shape and smooth curves of the chair make it fun to sit on and aestically pleasing.

Overall Product Dimensions:

13"L x 16"W x 21.5"H

Seat Height: 12.5"H

Minnie in Paris

March 28, 2016

The Party Muse has done it again with an over-the-top Minnie Mouse party. Check out some of the images below.

Check out the cool vinyl decal on our Mini ghost chairs... Tufted anyone?!

Love the paper version of the Pont des Arts bridge "Love Locks"... So creative!

"Bon Appetit" place mats + Menu by @MintedFeather

Source It via IG:

Styling + Design: @thepartymuse

Photography: @tatiana_teo_photography

Calligraphy: @MintedFeather

Florist: @AlishaSimone_

Cupcakes: @JoieDeVivre710

Macaroons + Cake Pops: @SugarSuckle

Mini Ghost Chairs: @PetiteSeats

A Mermaid Adventure: The Planning

March 08, 2016 in Petite Parties

It's been about two years since I have actively planned a full scale event. Can't say that I miss it. The hours of research, vendor chats, and budget management ... Nope renting chairs is much more conducive to my current lifestyle. My baby goddesses are turning 3 and 5. The eldest is "graduating" pre-school and off to kindergarten in September. I decided to commemorate these memorable occasions with a huge party this May.

So you want to plan an over-the-top party for your little one. You can do it yourself and stress about every little detail or you can give us a call. We, Petite Seats, will be launching a petite event planning/styling division in the spring. We call it Petite Konfetti. Be on the look out for announcements.

The first step in planning is doing research for design ideas... enter Pinterest. Once you have solidified your design choices then it's time to make the guest list.

Once the guest list and decor is set, finding and securing a venue that complements your design is critical. Set a date. Now shop around for vendors.

With the advent of Instagram, finding vendors is a lot easier. Examples of their work and client reviews are all in one place. For my little ones event I reached out to several of my favorite bakers, prop creators, stationery designers, and venues to receive quotes. For each category of vendor I created a mood board of the items I wanted included in a quote. Below are a few of my boards (images where taken from all over the web-- if you are interested in a specific picture leave a comment and I will send you the source).

Will definitely need two cakes and I love both these designs.

Part two of desserts...

Part two of stationery

All in all it's a tedious process and once the numbers roll in you have to decide how to maximize your budget to include all the elements of your design without breaking the bank. I will post updates of each of the design elements as I secure them. Until next time...

TBL 2016 Editors' Choice Awards

February 23, 2016 in Photo Shoots

WooHoo! We've been selected as a recipient of the 2016 Editors' Choice Awards from Two Bright Lights!

As one of Two Bright Lights' most frequently-published members, you have been recognized as part of an exclusive group of Editors' Choice Award winners! This places you among the top 5% of members who use Two Bright Lights to be featured in publications.

Meri Meri Party Supplies

February 21, 2016 in DIY

In our search for unique party supplies we were lead to the LA based company Meri Meri. With over fifteen dedication party themes, items ranging from a fairy party to a dinosaur party, Meri Meri will definitely have you covered for whichever theme you select for your little one's soiree. Check out a few of our favorite designs below.

Plate designs we love . . .

Right in time for Easter, we love. . .

In the NYC/NJ/CT tristate area check out these retailers for Meri Meri prodcuts:

Sweet Lily, Inc. | 222 West Broadway | NY,NY 10013 | 212-925-5441
Overtures | 216 Hicks Street | Brooklyn, NY 11201 | 718-643-9345
Village Party Store | 13 E. 8th Street | NY, NY 10003 | 212-675-9697
Specially for You | 348 Route 9 North | Suite D | Manalapan, NJ 07726 | 732-617-9190
Truly Yours | 96 Baker Street | Maplewood, NJ 07040 | 973-763-3838
Elizabeth Richard Gifts | 951 Chase Parkway | Waterbury, CT 06708 | 203-217-0374

Minnie Mouse Woodland Party

January 28, 2016 in Petite Parties

Khaliah of the Party Muse rented our clear chiavari chairs for her little ones first birthday. The theme was super inventive, a woodland Minnie Mouse party. The party was complete with a Minnie eared topped cake, blooming tulips, and a green moss table runner.

For more images from this event head over to Passionistas' blog {http://passionistasinc.com/a-1st-birthday-party-minnie-gone-awesome/}.

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Event Planner + Stylist: The Party Muse

Photographer: Jac & Jules

Calligrapher: Minted Feather

Cake: The Vintage Cake

Cookies: Flourish Cookies

Caterer: Parlene & Mercy Catering

Dessert Caterer: Jenn Choi

Custom Color High Chair: The Flair Factor

Mini Acrylic Chiavaris: Petite Seats

Tutu Cute Valentine's Day Styled Shoot

January 28, 2016 in Photo Shoots

Valentine's Day Petite Seats style

Planning Our Baby Sprinkle -- On a budget

January 24, 2016 in MommySecrets

I decided last week that I wanted to celebrate the upcoming birth of Baby Daniel with my coworkers, family, and friends. I don't want to spend a lot of money to make it happen, so I brainstormed on possible venues and DIY ideas. Here is my master plan.

1. Location. . . Location. . . Location

Initially I planned to send an evite and ask everyone to meet at a small restaurant in Harlem to celebrate. After reaching out to three restaurants I decided it was too expensive and I was not prepared to pay $30-$40 per person for a brunch. My solution. . . I decided to google, "privately owned public places in NYC". I got a list of places that were open to the public and perfect for a "meetup" type event. I settled on the IBM Plaza & Atrium at 590 Madison Avenue at 57th Street.

The space, as you see above, is the perfect location for a winter event. The sunlight and bamboo plants are the perfect oasis within the City. There are 110 movable chairs and 32 movable tables. It is open to the public from 8am to 10pm. Outside food and drink are welcome. AND ITS FREE99! Bottom line: Don't pay for a space.

2. Pick a time between meals

I decided to schedule my event in the early morning hours, 10:30am to 12:30pm -- right after breakfast, before lunch. I asked a good friend, Iris, to create a "gourmet" boxed lunch. We decided on bowtie pasta salad, a cookie, and a choice between chicken salad or tuna salad. For beverages I will go to Costco and get bottled sparkling water. Everything will cost less than $100, perfect for my budget.

I ordered a large gable box in kraft 9" x 6" x 6" - $6.29 per 10 + $3.00 + Shipping from Paper Mart — I ordered a large gable box in kraft 9" x 6" x 6" - $6.29 per 10 + $3.00 + Shipping from Paper Mart

3. Paperless Post is the way to go

Instead of the traditional paper invitation I went to my go to evite source, Paperless Post. No stamps . . . no USPS. . . budget friendly with built in RSVP and message board.

4. Make your own decorations.

Instead of making my own decorations, ain't nobody got time for that, I went to Hobby Lobby. I decided on a mustache theme. Here is what I purchased. I am keeping it simple because of the venue. A few balloons, strategically placed mustaches, and the the job is done.

5. Favors

For favors I decided on a gable box with a mix of spa treats -- handmade soaps, lavender, and I have to think of something else.

This baby sprinkle will definitely be no frills and less than $300 to produce. I can't wait to see how everything turns out. Now to find a cute outfit!!

For more information on free public spaces in NYC click here.

A Tutu Cute VDay--Behind the Scenes

January 17, 2016

Yesterday I neglected my midwife's orders of modified bed rest and continued with our planned Valentine's Day styled shoot (much to my husband's chagrin).

I reached out to Abby of Pretty Posh Events a little over two weeks ago and asked if she was free to style a shoot around a stationery suite designed by Meghan of ML Shaughnessy Designs.Being the event styling diva she is, she readily agreed. We settled on a photo studio in Little Falls, NJ. Abby didn't want to follow tradition with the hearts, reds, and pink colorscape. She jazzed it up with blush colored sequins, pastel pink and purple, gold, with a touch of black.

This shoot marks our fifth or sixth (pregnancy brain🤔) styled shoot. The four hour block dedicated to the shoot went off without a hitch! We worked with baker Yulissa of Yulissa's Creations, who baked a beautiful lilac and gold colored two-tiered cake. Yuly is our go to cake designer for the last three shoots. We also worked with Priscilla of Perfectly Styled and Sweet. She rocked out several sweet treats with a week lead time. She created the unfinished cake bits, chocolate covered Oreos, chocolate heart lollipops, and heart shaped Rice Krispie treats. They were all delicious and indeed perfectly styled.

We had the pleasure of working with photographer Stephanie Massaro to capture all of the cuteness and pastel wonder.

As with planning a party, the key to a flawless execution of a styled shoot is in the initial planning. Check out some of the storyboard I created to get an idea of the detail involved.

Each model's attire was selected prior to arrival.

There were a few technical issues with sizes, but everything worked out for the best thanks to patient Mommies and a few strategic safety pins.

Mila, Paris, Alessandra, and Olivia were absolute dolls and sooo photogenic.

Abby decided our clear chiavari chairs were the perfect complement to the theme.

The professional pictures will be our next post.😘

Zhuri Nova is 1!

January 14, 2016 in Petite Parties

We had the pleasure of providing our mini ghost chairs for a party that could only be described as magical! Tricia Smith Brown, along with her team, produced an over-the-top first birthday extravaganza for the princess of the King of Basketball and his lovely wife, LeBron and Savannah James. The party was under a pink draped tent complete with pink carpet. The theme, "You Must Be My Lucky Star", was outfitted with celestial symbols and a soft girlie colorscape of metallics, blush, and pinks. Check out the awesomeness below.

The amazingly beautiful flowers were created by Hens and Chicks Designs based out of Pittsburgh, PA.

Tricia is known for her use of multiple cakes displayed on elaborate dessert buffets. Zhuri's was no short of spectacular with five cakes, including her intricately designed smash cake. All created by Lovely Cakes based out of Stratford, Connecticut.

Now let's talk about the sweet treats... Cookies...Cake pops...ChocoOreos...Lollipops. Snickerdoodle Sweets and Events, based in Gilroy, CA, created the personalized cookies to complement the theme. Zoe and Pea, based out of Secaucus, NJ, designed and created the remaining sweet treats.

Ijorere the Invitation, Inc. masterfully created a stationery suite fit for royalty. The invitation itself had so many design elements...acrylic... engraving...gold mirror...die cut...foiling...glitter. Let's just say it was truly couture.

Our mini ghost chairs with a custom vinyl decal were the perfect complement for the custom rose and blush sequins linen from the Fininshing Touch in Hicksville, NY. Yes, those three little tables in the foreground of the top picture are the kids tablescape.😗

Last but not least, what's a party without entertainment. Prima ballerinas for this sweet first birthday.

All images from @TriciaSmithBrown IG page. Photography credit: Brittany Gidley Photography

I want to give a heartfelt shout out to Cris of Evolution Event Rentals for making this event a reality for us. I brokered a deal to provide our ghost chairs and his supply to meet Tricia's event needs. It worked out seamlessly. Teamwork is dream work.😘

Dani Turns One

December 25, 2015 in Petite Parties

We had the pleasure of providing our mini ghost chairs for the fabulous Tina of Oh So Fabulous! The first birthday party was in the exclusive Hampstons, on eastern Long Island, New York. Check out some of the images below.