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| June Flower, Gem, & Linen | |
June's Flower is the lovely Rose and Gemstone is the elegant Pearl. Our linen pick this month is the popular Rosette Overlay!
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| Our latest industry partner! |
 We are thrilled to have recently joined the Event Planners Association!
If you are a member click here to see how you can receive an additional 10% of your linen rental orders!
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Are you an Event Industry Association Member?
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Did you know that if you are an ACCP, ARA, EPA, ICA, ISES, or NACE member you receive an additional 10% off your linen rentals?
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Look for Creative Coverings at Upcoming Shows and Events
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Reno-Tahoe NACE Chapter
June 5, 2012
Tannenbaum Events Center
Reno, NV
6:00pm *Heather Hope - WA State Sales Mgr. will educate with some fabulous linen tricks!
Greater Seattle NACE Chapter
June 12, 2012
Sullivan's Steakhouse
Seattle, WA 5:30pm
Grand Opening
June 12, 2012
The Tasting Room
Salt Lake City, UT
4:00pm
ISES Napa-Sonoma Chapter
Educational Program & Awards Dinner
June 13, 2012 Ramekins Culinary School
Sonoma, CA
5:00pm *Guest Speaker - King Dahl
MGM Exec. Dir. of Event Design
Urban Scene Open House
June 14, 2012
Red Lion on Fifth Ave.
Seattle, WA
4:00pm
Tacoma South Sound NACE
June 19, 2012 C.I. Shenanigans
Tacoma, WA
5:30pm
ISES - Seattle
10th Anniversary & 2nd Annual Best of Awards
June 20, 2012
The Triple Door
Seattle, WA
6:00pm
Las Vegas Showroom Appointments
June 26 - 30, 2012
Las Vegas, NV
(702) 608-7368
*contact Kate Kovalick-Patay
Sacramento NACE County Faire
June 26, 2012
Old Sugar Mill
Clarksburg, CA
6:00pm
Smart Meetings Seattle
June 28, 2012
The Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Seattle, WA
2:00pm
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Greetings!
 Well, 'tis the season for barbecues, beaches, and of course, beautiful weddings!
We sure are excited for this wedding season and love the colors that are trending this year, so we are kicking it off with one of the gorgeous colors so many clients have been asking us for! And, speaking of trends, I am excited to share a great resource for 2012 Event Trends in this issue ~ make sure to check it out below!
We hope to visit with you at some of the various meetings & events we will be attending on the west coast listed below too!
Hope you have a great June!
Talk to you soon...
Robin
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Summer Contest:
Win a Pro-Am spot at the Reno-Tahoe Open!
Do you like to golf? Wanna play with a Pro? Well, here is your chance for a spot in the Pro-Am event at this year's Reno-Tahoe Open.
For any linen rental order over $100 confirmed for an event during the month of June, we will automatically enter your name into our contest. Not only will you receive one entry for an amateur spot in the Pro-Am event taking place Wednesday, August 1st at the beautiful Montreux Golf Course, but 2-Nights hotel stay at The Eldorado Reno Hotel & Casino, VIP Pavilion passes for each day of the event, an invitation for 2 to the Pairings Party, and 2 Wine Walk tickets. Call us today to book your June event or email sales@creativecoverings.com! |
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Latest Linen Addition:
Blush Dupioni
Soft blush or dusty rose is certainly a hot color trending this year, especially for weddings! We have seen it paired with anything from silver or black to yellows and oranges!
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We have brought it into inventory for you in our Dupioni fabric line and all of us here are in LOVE! You will find it in 132" & 120" Rounds, 8' Banquets, Runners, Chair Caps & Sashes, and Napkins! Check this new fabric out under New Offerings or click here for a swatch sample. Call us at 877.410.6367 if you would like design ideas to incorporate this linen into your next special event!
For 2012 Price Sheets please email sales@creativecoverings.com.
*Photos by Ciprian Photography (ciprianphotography.com) |
Event Design Trends for 2012!
Want to know what is trending in event design from linens and decor to food and technology? The Event Leadership Institute has compiled a fabulous E-book dedicated to all event professionals with contributions by 16 top industry influencers.  This is a must-read as we trend forward and watch the evolution from traditional event design "themes" into functional and sensory elements that can dramatically impact the guests experiences! Click here to read "designFORWARD" and make sure to visit pages 19-20 as we were so thrilled to have been asked to contribute alongside so many amazing event professionals!
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Styling The Event Tone with COLOR!
How important does the role of color play when planning a wedding or special event? What dynamic do the colors used in table linens and décor create for the success of an event?
As an event planner, not only is it necessary to stay on top of the current trends in special event planning but one of the first questions you should ask any client is what colors will play a key role to the success of their function. And, as equally important, what colors are inappropriate, for example, a Chinese New Year party should never incorporate the color white!!
Color can dramatically affect moods and emotions as well as influence certain physiological reactions. Interior Designers and artists have long understood the feelings that certain colors evoke personally and culturally.
"Colors, like features, follow the changes of emotions," as quoted by Pablo Picasso, so as an event planner if you are aware of color psychology you can certainly wow those social and corporate clients.
Click here to read on and discover what colors you can incorporate to set the tone that will create an impressionable response for your next event.
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We Are Hiring!
Creative Coverings is seeking dynamic, motivated sales people to join their growing national team. Ideal candidates will possess a strong knowledge of the events industry, with linen or decorating experience preferred.
A friendly, positive attitude is a must. Compensation will be based upon experience. Bonus structure, benefits and retirement plan available. Forward resumes to kate@creativecoverings.com!
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We Love "Pinning"...do you?
 Have you used Pinterest? Did you know that it is the latest in social media as well as a fabulous visual tool for event professionals?
Pinterest is a virtual online pinboard with almost 12 million users who are creating collections of themed based images. In some cases it is even more effective than Facebook!
The mission of Pinterest is to "connect everyone in the world through 'things' they find interesting." And, there is even an App for it!
Click here for some tips & tactics for small-business success on Pinterest.
From wedding ideas to fashion and home decor you can create and share image boards of great ideas! It is the latest hype and a perfect way to visually "speak" with others in your industry!
And, if you are in the weddings & events industry and would like some tips on how to optimize your business for search engines this is a great YouTube video we found from Bride Appeal.
Make sure to follow Creative Coverings on Pinterest for fabulous table linen ideas...you can also follow Kate & Nancy too!
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SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BLOG:
"THE GLAM REPORT"
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If you are looking for event industry related news or tips and trends subscribe to our blog "The Glam Report" and you will be automatically updated via email!
Whether it is inspirational color boards like The Perfect Palette or wedding and event decor trends we will try to help inspire you!
Click here to register now!
We also love to Blog about YOU and your fabulous ideas so feel free to email
nancy@creativecoverings.com and look for your name to appear in future articles!
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Creative CoveringsDressing Tables ~ Covering Your Needs!Visit us via our online chat, or email, or comment on the Creative Coverings Blog, Twitter or Facebook page. We're available via any of those methods. And, of course, we'd always love to talk with you about your latest event, too. Call us Toll-Free 877.410.6367 / Phone 775-359-6733 / Fax 775-355-9204 Creative Coverings, Inc. | 87 Coney Island Drive | Sparks, Nevada 89431
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